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South East Stars Crush Northern Diamonds to Secure Home Semi-Final

South East Stars Crush Northern Diamonds to Secure Home Semi-Final

By September 7, 2024 0

South East Stars secured a home semi-final in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy with a dominant 156-run victory over Northern Diamonds at Durham.

New-ball seamer Alexa Stonehouse starred for the Stars, claiming a career-best 4 for 27 as the Diamonds were bowled out for a paltry 119 in 37 overs. Alice Davidson-Richards anchored the Stars’ innings with a season-best 79, while Emma Jones contributed a career-best 47.

The Diamonds, who had already secured top spot in the group stage, failed to match the intensity of the Stars. Rachel Slater and Abi Glen dismissed the Stars’ openers, but Davidson-Richards and Phoebe Franklin steadied the ship.

Franklin’s 32 included a six over long-off, while Davidson-Richards reached her fifty off 56 balls. A 50-stand between Davidson-Richards and Aylish Cranstone gave the Stars a platform, and they capitalized on sloppy fielding and loose bowling from the Diamonds.

Davidson-Richards pulled Beth Langston for six but was caught the next ball. Jones fell just short of a maiden senior fifty, caught by Erin Burns.

The Diamonds’ chase got off to a disastrous start as Tilly Corteen-Coleman dismissed Lauren Winfield-Hill. Stonehouse then took three wickets in quick succession, including opener Emma Marlow and Langston. Franklin bowled Sterre Kalis, leaving the Diamonds reeling at 30 for 5.

Turner resisted with a career-best 49, but Stonehouse returned to complete her 10-over allocation. Spinners Dani Gregory and Kalea Moore (3 for 10) wrapped up the Stars’ victory.

The Stars will now host a semi-final, while the Diamonds will reflect on a disappointing end to their campaign.

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Northern Diamonds Snatch Last-Ball Victory Over Southern Vipers

Northern Diamonds Snatch Last-Ball Victory Over Southern Vipers

By September 4, 2024 0

Northern Diamonds emerged victorious in a thrilling last-ball encounter against Southern Vipers, securing a home semi-final berth in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy. Chasing a formidable target of 241 at Headingley, Diamonds overcame adversity to triumph by a single run.

The Vipers innings was anchored by Georgia Adams’ measured 82-ball 57, supported by contributions from Ella McCaughan (30), Georgia Elwiss (31), Emily Windsor (33), and Naomi Dattani (30). Despite losing three wickets for 30 runs, the Vipers managed to post a competitive total.

Diamonds’ chase got off to a shaky start with the early dismissal of Lauren Winfield-Hill. However, Emma Marlow (52) and Rebecca Duckworth (51) steadied the innings with a 91-run partnership. After both batters departed, Erin Burns (31) kept the scoreboard ticking.

As the match reached its climax, Diamonds found themselves on the ropes at 216 for 9. Debutant Rebecca Tyson impressed with three wickets, but Katie Levick and Rachel Slater remained at the crease. With nine runs required off the final over, Slater hit the winning two to long-on, securing a dramatic victory.

Levick’s 13 runs and three wickets played a crucial role in Diamonds’ triumph, while Adams’ all-round performance (57 runs, 4 wickets) highlighted her impact for the Vipers.

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Northern Diamonds Triumph with Kalis Century and Turner's Six-Wicket Haul

Northern Diamonds Triumph with Kalis Century and Turner’s Six-Wicket Haul

By September 1, 2024 0

Northern Diamonds’ Sterre Kalis and Phoebe Turner starred in a dominant performance against Lancashire Thunder, securing an 86-run victory and propelling their team to the top of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy standings.

Kalis notched her maiden List A century, scoring a remarkable 100 runs off 94 deliveries. Her innings, coupled with a 58-run knock from Beth Langston, propelled the Diamonds to a formidable total of 290 for 6.

Lancashire Thunder’s chase got off to a promising start, with Alice Clarke and Emma Lamb putting on 38 runs in the opening five overs. However, Rachel Slater’s double strike, dismissing both batters, halted their momentum.

Eve Jones and Seren Smale steadied the Thunder’s innings, but their 100-run partnership was broken by Turner, who bowled Smale for 48. Langston then struck twice in a double-wicket maiden, removing Jones and Ellie Threlkeld.

Turner continued her impressive spell, claiming the remaining Thunder wickets to finish with a remarkable six for 20. Her performance sealed a five-point victory for the Diamonds, who now sit atop the table with 37 points.

Earlier, Lauren Winfield-Hill and Emma Marlow had laid the foundation for the Diamonds’ innings with a 95-run opening stand. However, the Thunder fought back, taking two wickets in quick succession.

Kalis and Langston then combined for a crucial 111-run partnership, reviving the Diamonds’ innings. Kalis reached her century before being dismissed, while Langston contributed a valuable 58.

The Diamonds’ total proved too much for the Thunder, who were bowled out for 204 despite Jones’ 57 runs.

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Sunrisers Triumph with Villiers' Birthday Brilliance

Sunrisers Triumph with Villiers’ Birthday Brilliance

By August 26, 2024 0

Sunrisers’ Mady Villiers celebrated her 26th birthday with a career-best bowling performance, leading her team to a three-wicket victory over Northern Diamonds at Chelmsford. Villiers’ 4 for 36 and Sophie Munro’s 3 for 25 restricted Diamonds to 188 for 9, despite Sterre Kalis’ 36 and Katherine Fraser’s 34.

In reply, Grace Scrivens’ 56 anchored the chase, sharing half-century partnerships with Cordelia Griffith and Jody Grewcock (40). Despite a late wobble, Sunrisers reached their target with 12 overs to spare, moving third in the standings.

Diamonds, missing Lauren Winfield-Hill and Bess Heath, opted to bat first on a used pitch. Fraser provided early momentum with four boundaries, but Eva Gray dismissed her on the final ball of the powerplay. Villiers then took center stage, dismissing Hollie Armitage, Emma Marlow, and Rebecca Duckworth to leave Diamonds reeling at 97 for 4.

Kalis and Beth Langston counter-attacked with a 50-run stand, but Villiers and Munro struck again to remove both batters. A stubborn ninth-wicket partnership between Maddie Ward and Katie Levick helped Diamonds reach a par score of 188.

In the chase, Sunrisers lost early wickets, but Griffith and Scrivens steadied the innings with a 53-run stand. Scrivens reached her half-century with a towering six, but was dismissed shortly after. Grewcock was run out in a mix-up, and Villiers was dropped by Kalis.

Fraser caused late panic with the wickets of Miller and Gray, but Lissy Macleod (23 not out) guided Sunrisers home. Diamonds’ dropped catches proved costly, as they missed out on a chance to consolidate their position in the top two.

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Bess Heath Signs with Durham, Bolstering Tier 1 Women's Cricket

Bess Heath Signs with Durham, Bolstering Tier 1 Women’s Cricket

By August 20, 2024 0

Bess Heath, England’s rising star wicketkeeper-batter, has inked a three-year deal with Durham, solidifying her position as a cornerstone of the Tier 1 outfit. The move marks a significant shift in the women’s county cricket landscape, as Durham prepares to replace the Northern Diamonds in the new competition from 2025 onwards.

Heath, 22, has amassed over 3000 runs across all formats since her professional debut four years ago. Her impressive performances earned her a place in the England squad, where she has made five appearances, including against Sri Lanka last year.

Throughout her burgeoning career, Heath has represented various teams, including Brisbane Heat, Northern Superchargers, Melbourne Stars, and Yorkshire. With Northern Diamonds, she reached the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy final in her debut season in 2020 and lifted the trophy two years later. Her exceptional 286 runs in the same competition last summer earned her a nomination for the PCA Women’s Young Player of the Year award.

Heath’s decision to join Durham comes amidst a period of transition for the Diamonds squad, following the relocation of the new club’s base from Headingley to Chester-le-Street. Her teammate and fellow wicketkeeper, Lauren Winfield-Hill, is expected to remain with her native Yorkshire, despite their Tier 2 status next summer.

Upon joining Durham, Heath expressed her excitement: “I am so excited to be joining Durham from next season and get going in the North East. The opportunity to join Durham is something I am very much looking forward to and hopefully I can play my part in creating new history for Durham.”

Marcus North, Director of Cricket, hailed Heath’s signing: “Bess is one of the most exciting young talents in England, and we are thrilled to have recruited her to Durham on a long-term contract.”

“Despite being only 22, she already has a tremendous amount of experience in the domestic game and we look forward to seeing her continue to thrive at Durham as she looks to add more England caps.”

Meanwhile, David Ripley has been appointed as the Head Coach of Northamptonshire’s Women for their inaugural Tier 2 season next year. Ripley, who guided Northamptonshire’s men to two T20 Blast titles in 2013 and 2016, also achieved two promotions to the County Championship Division One.

Ripley will officially take up his new role in February 2025, ahead of a maiden Tier 2 season that will also feature Derbyshire, Glamorgan, Gloucestershire, Kent, Leicestershire, Middlesex, Sussex, Worcestershire, and Yorkshire.

“I’m delighted to be joining the Women’s Steelbacks as Head Coach, it’s exciting times ahead as the new format is rolled out,” Ripley said. “As well as a competitive senior team I hope to help develop our younger girls into future professional players, in partnership with our pathway coaches.”

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Lauren Winfield-Hill to Sign Long-Term Yorkshire Deal, Considers Loan for Tier 1 Cricket

Lauren Winfield-Hill to Sign Long-Term Yorkshire Deal, Considers Loan for Tier 1 Cricket

By August 16, 2024 0

Lauren Winfield-Hill, the England batter, is poised to sign a long-term contract with Yorkshire but is open to exploring loan opportunities in 2025 to maintain her involvement in Tier 1 domestic cricket.

With the restructuring of women’s domestic cricket in England and Wales, Yorkshire was not among the eight teams granted Tier 1 status and funding by the ECB. However, they have been assured of promotion to the top tier in 2026.

This has presented a dilemma for several Northern Diamonds players, including Winfield-Hill, who must decide between relocating to a Tier 1 county or remaining in Leeds for another season.

“My intention is to stick around and commit to Yorkshire,” Winfield-Hill stated. “I haven’t officially signed a contract or anything, but that’s what I’m looking to do. What that looks like with loans or opportunities to play Tier 1 cricket is something that we’ll explore, but if that doesn’t happen, it doesn’t happen.”

Winfield-Hill’s loyalty to Yorkshire played a significant role in her decision to stay. “I’ve always been really keen to finish where I started and [Yorkshire] is a place that’s really close to my heart. It’s where my friends and family get to come and watch me… those sorts of things are massively important to me.”

However, she is considering a loan deal in 2025 to ensure she continues to play at the highest level. “We’re just working through it all now,” she said. “There’s lots of things that are quite unknown with what Tier 2 and Tier 1 looks like, what the crossover is and all the rest of it.”

“I don’t really want a year of not playing top-flight cricket domestically in England but what that looks like, I’m unsure of now. That’s the truth. We’re trying to get the best of both worlds in terms of being around for Yorkshire stuff, developing that, and making sure that in 18 months or two years’ time, we’re ready to hit the ground running and compete in Tier 1.”

Meanwhile, the Blaze have signed Ireland allrounder Orla Prendergast for the remainder of the season after Nadine de Klerk was ruled out through injury.

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Northern Diamonds Edge South East Stars in Thrilling Run Chase

Northern Diamonds Edge South East Stars in Thrilling Run Chase

By May 8, 2024 0

In a thrilling encounter at Beckenham, Northern Diamonds emerged victorious over South East Stars by a narrow margin of three runs in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy. Despite a valiant century from Sophia Dunkley, the Stars fell agonizingly short of what would have been a record-breaking run chase.

The Diamonds, batting first, posted a formidable total of 311 for 9. Hollie Armitage (66), Bess Heath (63), and Sterre Kalis (52) all contributed significant half-centuries. However, a devastating spell from Phoebe Franklin, who claimed three wickets for three runs in six balls, restricted the Diamonds’ progress.

In response, the Stars got off to a shaky start, losing Tash Farrant early. Dunkley, who had been omitted from England’s squad to face Pakistan, showcased her class with a magnificent 130 from 136 deliveries. She formed a crucial partnership with Bryony Smith (52), but the Stars’ hopes were dashed in the final over.

With just four balls remaining, Dunkley was inexplicably run out by Erin Burns after failing to ground her bat. Bethan Miles was unable to hit a boundary off the last delivery, leaving the Stars three runs short of their target.

The Diamonds’ victory was a testament to their resilience and depth. Armitage, Heath, and Kalis provided a solid foundation with their half-centuries, while Jess Woolston’s unbeaten 23 helped push the total past 300.

For the Stars, Dunkley’s century was a standout performance, but it was ultimately not enough to secure victory. Phoebe Franklin’s three-wicket haul and Aylish Cranstone’s 41 were also notable contributions.

The match was a thrilling spectacle that showcased the high quality of women’s cricket in England. The Diamonds’ victory keeps them in contention for the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy title, while the Stars will be determined to bounce back in their remaining matches.

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Diamonds Snatch Thrilling One-Run Victory from Sparks in RHF Trophy

Diamonds Snatch Thrilling One-Run Victory from Sparks in RHF Trophy

By May 4, 2024 0

Northern Diamonds emerged victorious in a thrilling Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy match against Central Sparks at Edgbaston, securing a narrow one-run victory in a nail-biting finish.

Chasing a target of 216, Sparks looked poised to snatch victory in the final over, needing just four runs with three wickets in hand. However, Diamonds captain Hollie Armitage delivered an ice-nerved performance, dismissing all three remaining batters to secure her side’s third win of the season.

Diamonds had earlier posted a competitive 216, with Erin Burns leading the way with a resilient 49. Abi Glen provided a late cameo with an unbeaten 31, while Sparks’ disciplined bowling attack shared the wickets.

Sparks’ chase got off to a solid start as Eve Jones and Abi Freeborn forged a century partnership for the second wicket. However, the Diamonds bowlers gradually tightened their grip, and the last nine wickets fell for just 103 runs.

Katie George and Bethan Ellis briefly threatened to guide Sparks to victory, but Armitage’s heroics in the final over proved decisive. She dismissed George for 35, trapped Ria Fackrell lbw, and ran out Grace Potts to seal the win.

The match showcased the depth and competitiveness of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, with both teams displaying resilience and determination throughout. Diamonds’ victory was a testament to their ability to perform under pressure, while Sparks will rue the missed opportunity to secure a valuable win.

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The Blaze Triumph Over Northern Diamonds in Thrilling Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy Encounter

The Blaze Triumph Over Northern Diamonds in Thrilling Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy Encounter

By May 1, 2024 0

The Blaze, led by a valiant performance from Wales international Bethan Gammon, secured their first victory in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy this season, overcoming Northern Diamonds by two wickets in a thrilling encounter at Scarborough.

Despite being bowled out for modest totals in their previous three matches, The Blaze displayed resilience and determination in chasing down Diamonds’ 188-run target. Gammon’s crucial 39 runs from 52 deliveries proved pivotal, guiding her team to victory with just two balls remaining.

The Blaze’s innings got off to a solid start with captain Kirstie Gordon and Teresa Graves contributing 19 and 33 runs, respectively. However, it was Gammon’s partnership with Ella Claridge (26 not out) that proved decisive. The duo shared a 61-run stand, steering The Blaze towards their target.

Northern Diamonds, who elected to bat first, stumbled early on, losing four wickets for 22 runs. Gordon played a key role in the collapse, claiming three of the first four wickets. Scarborough native Leah Dobson’s resilient 54 from 82 balls helped Diamonds recover, but it wasn’t enough to secure victory.

Sophie Munro emerged as the pick of the bowlers for The Blaze, claiming 3 for 28 from 8.4 overs. Off-spinner Lucy Higham also chipped in with two wickets.

The Diamonds’ spin attack, led by Katie Levick and Hollie Burns, posed a significant threat to The Blaze. Levick’s economical 1 for 13 from 10 overs and Burns’ 3 for 40 kept the Blaze batters on their toes.

Despite the challenges, Gammon and Claridge remained composed, guiding The Blaze to a hard-fought victory. The win marks a significant turnaround for The Blaze, who had struggled in their previous matches.

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Southern Vipers Crush Northern Diamonds by 70 Runs, McCaughan Reaches 1,000 Runs

Southern Vipers Crush Northern Diamonds by 70 Runs, McCaughan Reaches 1,000 Runs

By April 27, 2024 0

Southern Vipers’ Ella McCaughan propelled her team to a resounding 70-run victory over Northern Diamonds in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, extending their winning streak to two matches.

McCaughan’s belligerent 97-ball 83, her sixth half-century in the competition, anchored the Vipers’ innings. Charli Knott, the Australian import, continued her impressive form with a run-a-ball 40, contributing to the team’s impressive total of 287 for 9.

Diamonds’ chase faltered early on as Linsey Smith dismissed Emma Marlow in the sixth over. Charlie Dean’s incisive bowling further hampered their progress, claiming the wickets of Hollie Armitage and Bess Heath.

Lauren Winfield-Hill and Erin Burns attempted to revive the chase with a 82-run partnership, but a flurry of wickets, including Dean’s four-wicket haul, extinguished their hopes. Rain intervened with Diamonds 70 runs short of the DLS target of 232, handing Vipers a comprehensive victory.

McCaughan’s milestone of 1,000 Southern Vipers runs is a testament to her consistent performances. Her aggressive approach and ability to play a variety of shots make her a formidable batter.

Knott’s contributions have been equally valuable, providing stability and acceleration to the Vipers’ batting lineup. Her experience in the Women’s Big Bash League has been evident in her performances in England.

Diamonds’ bowlers, led by Phoebe Turner’s three-wicket haul, showed resilience in restricting the Vipers’ total. However, their batting lineup struggled to cope with the Vipers’ bowling attack, particularly Dean’s accurate spin.

The victory consolidates Southern Vipers’ position at the top of the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy standings. Their ability to adapt to different conditions and overcome challenges bodes well for their title aspirations.

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