Aldridge@BACA Sussex Women’s Cricket League: July Review

Aldridge@BACA Sussex Women’s Cricket League: July Review 

As the summer sun blazed across Sussex, July brought a thrilling chapter to the Aldridge@BACA Sussex Women's Cricket League. From some nail-biting finishes to record-breaking innings, teams across the divisions have showcased their skill and passion.

Here’s a roundup of the key highlights, and top performers that defined an action-packed couple of months in women’s cricket across Sussex.

The league now comprises of 17 clubs and 23 teams, growing year-on-year since the inaugural season in 2023. Which is in no small part down to the generous support of Sir Rod Aldridge OBE and the Aldridge Foundation, who sponsor the league and are committed to the growth of Women’s and Girls’ Cricket.

SWCL Division Standings 

With the opening block of T20 cricket a distant memory, Horsham Women’s 1st XI [214pts] have cemented their dominate lead at the top of the ECB Premier Division, needing one more 40-over format win to clinch the title. Burgess Hill Women’s 1st XI [148pts] and Hailsham Women’s 1st XI [145pts] sit in second and third respectively, with Brighton & Hove Women’s 1st XI [125pts] not far behind, in the battle for second.

The leaders in Division 2 are; West - Chichester Priory Park Women’s 1st XI [152pts] | Central - Horsham Women’s 2nd XI [216pts] | East - Cuckfield Women’s 1st XI [190pts].

To follow the standings across the 4 divisions, visit the Aldridge@BACA Sussex Women’s Cricket League official website. 

After the first month of season, there were no hundreds from batters across the league, but it’s fair to say that has changed! Here’s a look at the top five performances with a handful of matches left to play:

Best Batting Performances 

Sophie Beck, 148* – Hailsham Women’s 1st XI in Premier Division

Amanda Sturmer, 132* – Brighton & Hove Women’s 1st XI in Premier Division

Hannah Phelps, 123* – Horsham Women’s 1st XI in Premier Division

Becky Landy, 123 – Bognor Regis Women’s 1st XI in Division 2 (West) 

Emma Patel, 120 – Eastbourne Women’s 1st XI in Premier Division

Best Bowling Performances 

Arwyn James, 5/7 – Lewes Priory Women’s 1st XI in Division 2 (East) 

Magda Phillips, 5/13 – West Wittering Women’s 1st XI in Division 2 (West)

Tillie Tomlinson, 5/15 – Bognor Regis Women’s 1st XI in Division 2 (West) 

Lily Hobbs, 5/28 – Aldwick Women’s 2nd XI in Division 2 (West)

Eliza Steeles, 5/32 – Brighton & Hove Women’s 1st XI in Premier Division

Each week on the Sussex Cricket Foundation social media channels the best 20 performances with bat and ball are featured (from across competitive recreational cricket in Sussex), thanks to the ECB’s Play-Cricket Honours Boards. Give them a follow on - X, Instagram, Facebook & TikTok and connect with the cricket community! 

Want to keep tabs on all things Aldridge@BACA Sussex Women’s Cricket League? Remember to visit the official website for comprehensive fixtures, results, statistics, standings and resources for clubs competing in the league.