Match Reports

A fantastic afternoon of cricket saw the Edge Grove Colts E Team deliver a superb all-round performance against a competitive York House side, with every single player giving a brilliant account of themselves. The batting innings was defined by outstanding communication and strong partnerships, starting with Alex opening the batting with immense composure to anchor a highly respectable 20-run opening stand. Jesse and Chimdi built beautifully on that momentum, combining for a fantastic partnership of 22 runs, while Toran and Chenlang kept the scoreboard ticking over rapidly with a superb display of hitting to score 24 runs as a pair. The partnership of the day belonged to Harry and Pranay, who dismantled the opposition’s bowling attack to score a magnificent 30 runs together. When it came time to field, the Colts E Team put on a masterclass in line, length, and defensive discipline. Harry capped off his brilliant individual day by claiming a well-deserved wicket, and Chimdi was equally dangerous, capping off a great spell of bowling with a crucial wicket of his own. Avi produced the defensive highlight of the match, delivering the game’s only maiden over through incredibly precise bowling, while Chenlang was equally miserly, choking the run rate and allowing the opposition very few runs from his overs. This sustained pressure was maintained by Alex, Pranay, and Jesse, who all bowled with immense accuracy, with Jesse doing a fantastic job of shutting down the opposition’s scoring options to round out a highly successful team performance filled with great sportsmanship and sharp cricket intelligence.

The Colts C team hosted York House C on the Colts Lawn for what proved to be a challenging but highly enjoyable afternoon of cricket.

Circumstances meant Edge Grove fielded a side of nine players, including two boys making their debut in a fixture originally slated for hardball. After evaluating the pitch and the overcast conditions, both coaches decided a softer ball was the safer and more appropriate choice for the day.

The boys maintained a fantastic attitude throughout, fully embracing the occasion despite the odds. York House demonstrated great quality, which was reflected in the substantial total they posted on the scoreboard.

Credit must go to the Edge Grove side, who worked tirelessly in the field and supported each other without letting their heads drop. Ultimately, the weather took a turn for the worse, with thunder and lightning forcing an early conclusion before the full overs could be bowled.

Although the final score was not in our favor, the team represented the school with admirable resilience, great effort, and impeccable sportsmanship. Well done, boys!

Despite the challenging weather conditions, the Edge Grove Colts travelled to York House School yesterday full of enthusiasm and eager to play their final cricket fixture of the season.

Winning the toss and batting first, Edge Grove faced a very strong York House bowling attack. Although conditions were far from ideal due to the rain, the team showed excellent determination and resilience throughout their innings. A special mention goes to Hridhaan P, who stepped up from the C Team and performed brilliantly, showing great confidence at the crease. Monty T and Kush T also made valuable contributions, staying at the wicket longer than any other Edge Grove batter and helping the team battle through difficult conditions.

Edge Grove finished their innings on 56 all out, having worked hard against some disciplined bowling.

York House responded strongly with the bat and chased down the target, reaching 57 for 1 after 8 overs. Despite the result, the Edge Grove bowlers put in an excellent effort, displaying great energy and commitment throughout the innings. The highlight was a wicket taken by Rayan, who was rewarded for his excellent bowling.

While York House proved too strong on the day, the Colts should be proud of the determination, teamwork, and positive attitude they displayed in difficult conditions.

Well done to all the boys on their final cricket fixture of the season. It has been a pleasure to watch your development throughout the year, and we look forward to seeing your continued progress next season.

Edge Grove D (94-2) beat York House (59-6).

The Edge Grove D Boys Cricket team brought the curtain down on their season in spectacular fashion with a dominant victory over York House.

Choosing to field first, Edge Grove put on a masterclass. The bowling was incredibly sharp, backed up by clinical stumping and fantastic teamwork. The moment of the match belonged to Adam B, who pulled off a “super-human,” one-handed stretching catch to dismiss a key batsman. Thanks to this superb display, York House were restricted to 59-6.

In reply, Edge Grove made light work of the chase, racing well past the target to finish on a brilliant 94-2.

Batting Stats:

Hamza & Seb: 26 runs (0 wickets)

Torin & Adam B: 23 runs (0 wickets)

Adam L & Josh: 28 runs (1 wicket)

Nico & Arhaan: 17 runs (1 wicket)

A truly fantastic team effort and a perfect end to the cricket season. Well done, boys!

The Girls Colts A team ended their season on a high with an excellent 309–237 victory over York House in their final cricket match at Edge Grove. After weeks of rain, it was wonderful to see the sun come out for a few hours, allowing the game to go ahead before the weather returned. Edith was the standout performer, scoring four fours and a six before taking two wickets. Asayoma also batted brilliantly, hitting three fours, and produced a superb throw that led to a stumping. Ivy completed a sharp stumping behind the wickets, while Ayo took an excellent catch in the field. Their communication and effort in the field was outstanding. It was a fantastic team performance and a fitting way to finish a memorable final cricket match at Edge Grove.

On Monday, we attended the Thames Valley Athletics Championships, where six of our pupils had qualified to compete at the regional level. Although the weather was not on our side for much of the day, the scoreboard certainly was!
Blake secured an excellent 2nd place in the Shot Put with an impressive throw of 9.82m, while Alex claimed 3rd place with a distance of 8.46m. Edith continued the success by finishing 3rd in the Long Jump with a leap of 3.65m. She then went on to achieve an outstanding 2nd place in the 600m, recording a personal best time of 1:54.58.
These are fantastic achievements, and we are incredibly proud of all the athletes who represented the school with such determination and sportsmanship. We now look forward to hearing whether any of our athletes have qualified for the national finals later this term.
We are very excited to announce that Edith has qualified for the National Championships in Birmingham, which will take place in just a few weeks’ time. This is a fantastic achievement and a testament to her hard work, dedication, and perseverance. We are incredibly proud of her and wish her the very best of luck as she prepares to compete on the national stage. Well done, Edith

U9 Mr Dippenaar v Manor Lodge

Edge Grove U9A produced an excellent all-round performance to secure a commanding 65-run victory over Manor Lodge U9A in a 20-over, 10-a-side pairs fixture on a glorious sunny day at Manor Lodge.

After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, Edge Grove showed great focus, discipline and responsibility throughout their innings. Neevan and Danny set the tone with an aggressive opening partnership, striking the ball to the boundary on numerous occasions during their four overs at the crease. Riyan and Matthew continued the momentum superbly, adding an impressive 34 runs in their allotted overs, while Tobi and Ray displayed great composure against Manor Lodge’s strongest bowlers, ensuring Edge Grove maintained control of the innings. Their collective efforts saw Edge Grove post an excellent total of 100 runs from their 20 overs.

In response, Edge Grove’s bowlers and fielders delivered a dominant display. Veer and Aaron were outstanding with the ball, completely controlling the Manor Lodge batting line-up and creating relentless pressure. There was also a memorable contribution from Arjun and James, who were both making their A team debuts and impressed greatly with their excellent line and length. James was the standout performer, claiming four wickets in just two overs, including a sensational one-handed catch that was the highlight of the match.

With disciplined bowling backed up by a superb fielding performance, Edge Grove never allowed Manor Lodge to settle. Unable to cope with the sustained pressure, the hosts were eventually bowled out for just 35 runs after 20 overs.

It was a superb team performance from Edge Grove U9A, sealing an emphatic 65-run victory in style.

U9 Mr Hunt v Manor Lodge 

The Edge Grove Year 4 Cricket team travelled to Manor Lodge for an exciting cricket fixture and produced an excellent all round performance. Batting first, Edge Grove scored an impressive total of 298 runs thanks to some fantastic contributions across the team. Special mentions go to Arjun, who struck several superb fours and sixes and was deservedly awarded Player of the Match. James supported him brilliantly with some excellent batting of his own. Oliver and Musa also batted very well, alongside the rest of the team, helping Edge Grove reach a commanding total. In reply, Manor Lodge fought hard and finished on 249 runs. Edge Grove showed great energy in the field, with Max taking two excellent catches. James and Musa also played key roles with the ball, providing great assistance to the bowling attack throughout the innings. Overall, it was a fantastic team performance from the Year 4 side and a well deserved result for Edge Grove.

U9 Mrs Warnes v Manor Lodge

What a lovely afternoon of cricket in the sunshine for our mixed Under 9 team against Manor Lodge. Edge Grove were put into the field first, and the team responded brilliantly with some focused and determined cricket. Shreyas showed excellent concentration in the field, Bella bowled accurately throughout, and several fantastic run outs helped restrict Manor Lodge to 117.

After a quick water break, it was Edge Grove’s turn to bat. Toyosi and Leah batted confidently and kept us in the game as it remained incredibly close throughout the innings. Our final two pairs, Alessandra and Leah, followed by Toyosi and Bella, helped secure the win with some excellent quick running between the wickets and a couple of well-timed fours.

It was a very tight match from start to finish, but I was most impressed by the determination, teamwork and positive attitude shown by the entire team. 

Mrs O’Brien’s Team

A great effort from this team in the afternoon sunshine. Unfortunately, it was a narrow loss by just 2 runs, with the final score ending 113–111. It was an exciting game from start to finish, with both teams showing great determination and teamwork.

There were some brilliant batting moments, including several powerful 4s that kept the scoreboard moving. The team also celebrated some excellent wickets during the match, with sharp bowling and fielding helping to keep the opposition under pressure.

Well done to everyone involved for showing excellent sportsmanship, enthusiasm, and resilience throughout the game.

Friday’s annual Jarman Park Athletics event was a fantastic afternoon of competition and teamwork. With three other schools in attendance, the atmosphere was buzzing from start to finish, making for an action-packed day for everyone involved.

Our athletes gave their all across a wide range of events including hurdles, the 100m sprint, relays and high jump, just to name a few. It was a full-on afternoon, with every competitor showing determination, resilience and excellent sportsmanship throughout.

A huge congratulations to our Colts team, who finished an impressive 3rd overall, with our Seniors finishing closely behind. We are incredibly proud of all the athletes who represented the school so brilliantly.

Well done to the entire team, we now look forward to receiving the official individual results soon!

A fantastic display of swimming from our Colts swim squad! After a fast-paced warm-up, the pupils were ready to go.

Torin and Edith secured our first wins with exceptional freestyle races, followed by Asayoma in the backstroke and Tommy in the breaststroke.

It was a great afternoon with fantastic results across the board. Well done to everyone involved!

Edge Grove 1st XI vs Tring 1st XI – Quarter Final

Edge Grove 1st XI produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Tring 1st XI by nine wickets and secure their place in the County Cup quarterfinal.

After winning the toss, Edge Grove elected to field first and made an immediate impact, removing the Tring openers with just 15 runs on the board. From there, the home side seized complete control through a superb spell of bowling and sharp fielding. Eashan, Isaac and Alex tore through the Tring top order, reducing the visitors to 32 for 6 and leaving them struggling to recover. Noah and Max then wrapped up the innings efficiently, dismissing the tail to bowl Tring out for just 49.

In reply, Edge Grove suffered an early setback with the loss of a wicket, but Isaac and Noah responded calmly to steady the innings. The pair batted confidently to guide Edge Grove past the target, finishing on 52 for 1 and sealing an emphatic nine-wicket victory.

A fantastic team performance sees Edge Grove progress to the County Cup semi-final. Well done to everyone involved.

Unfortunately, due to the weather, the Colts girls’ cricket matches were cancelled on Wednesday afternoon. However, this gave us a fantastic opportunity to work on our bowling and throwing directly at the wicket, with the majority of the girls successfully hitting the wicket in one or both of these skills.

All of the girls showed great progression, and it was fantastic to see the Year 6 pupils supporting the Year 5s with these vital cricket skills. We finished the afternoon with an enjoyable game of diamond cricket.

Well done to everyone on a fantastic, high-energy afternoon!

Edge Grove 1st XI vs Haileybury School

Despite bitterly cold temperatures, strong winds and intermittent showers, Edge Grove 1st XI produced a dominant display away at Haileybury School to remain unbeaten this season.

After being put into bat, Edge Grove delivered one of their finest batting performances of the campaign. Openers Isaac and Noah completely took control of the match with a sensational 146-run partnership for the first wicket. Both batsmen played with confidence and composure despite the difficult conditions, punishing anything loose and keeping the scoreboard moving throughout the innings.

Noah was eventually run out for a superb 67, shortly followed by Isaac after a magnificent 72. Their efforts had already placed Edge Grove in a commanding position, but the late innings fireworks from Max and Eashan added further momentum. The pair blasted an unbeaten 34 runs from just 15 balls, striking enormous sixes to lift Edge Grove to an outstanding total of 188 for 2.

In reply, Haileybury had no answer to the accuracy and discipline of the Edge Grove bowling attack. Consistently hitting the right line and length, the bowlers dismantled the home side’s batting line-up, bowling them out for just 49.

Isaac completed a remarkable all-round performance with outstanding figures of 4 for 16, while Noah capped off an excellent day with 3 for 11.

The emphatic 139-run victory means Edge Grove remain unbeaten after six matches this season, continuing an excellent run of form.

Colts B v Heath Mount

Edge Grove School Colts B played Heath Mount School today on the Colts Lawn in a hard fought match played in difficult and unpredictable weather conditions. After winning the toss, Edge Grove chose to bowl first against a strong Heath Mount batting side. Heath Mount finished on 276, with Edge Grove replying with 218. Raphy B, Hunter C and Aman L all bowled well to take wickets against a very capable batting line up. Teddy W was named Player of the Match after showing great courage and determination. Despite taking a ball to the leg earlier in the game, he returned to the field and then batted and fielded brilliantly. Kush T and Aman L opened the batting confidently against some very quick bowling, while Syon T and Ved M did well to help close out the innings. The boys showed excellent perseverance throughout the match, and will continue working on facing quick bowlers in the nets. Well done Colts B’s.

Colts E v Heath Mount

The Colts E cricket team travelled away to Heath Mount for an excellent afternoon of cricket, showing great enthusiasm, teamwork and resilience throughout. Despite intermittent weather and a lengthy pause in play due to some incredibly heavy showers, the boys remained positive and ready to go, with the blue skies eventually returning to allow the match to continue in much better conditions.

A special mention must go to Harry and Pranay, who both batted exceptionally well and demonstrated great composure and confidence at the crease. Their performances were a real highlight of the afternoon and helped set the tone for a strong team effort.

Most importantly, there were high levels of participation from all involved, with every player contributing positively and representing Edge Grove brilliantly. It was fantastic to see the boys enjoying the occasion, supporting one another and continuing to develop their cricket skills in a competitive environment.

A huge well done to all the players for a fantastic effort and an enjoyable afternoon of cricket.

Colts D v Heath Mount

The Edge Grove Boys D team displayed great character during a rain-affected away fixture at Heath Mount, where they fell just short in a narrow 7-run defeat. Batting first on a zippy, damp wicket proved challenging, but Adam L, Adam B, Josh O, Aiwa, and Torin all showed resilience by finding the boundary with some lovely 4’s to help post a total of 64-4. In response, Heath Mount’s exuberant running style caused some pressure and overthrows in the field, yet Edge Grove fought back with a solid wicket from Arhaan and tireless motivational support from Seb, Hamza, and Nico. Aiwa was deservingly named Man of the Match for two clinical, alert catches that kept the contest alive until the very end, as Heath Mount finished on 71-3. It was a spirited performance in difficult conditions. Well done, boys!

U9 Mr Dippenaar

Edge Grove U9 continued their outstanding season with a dominant 76-run victory over St Columbus on the main oval in an entertaining and spirited contest.

After winning the toss, St Columbus elected to field first, hoping to make early breakthroughs. However, Edge Grove’s batting line-up had other ideas. From the opening pair through to the final partnership, the team showed positive intent and fearless batting. Excellent communication and sharp running between the wickets kept the scoreboard moving throughout the innings, while confident stroke play ensured the pressure remained firmly on the visitors. At the end of their 16 overs, Edge Grove had posted an impressive total of 109.

In reply, St Columbus made a bright start. Their opening pair batted superbly, scoring 30 runs in the first four overs and briefly threatening to chase down the target. Edge Grove responded brilliantly, tightening their bowling and raising their standards in the field. Disciplined bowling, energetic fielding, and strong teamwork restricted St Columbus to just three additional runs across the remaining 12 overs in a remarkable defensive effort.

The result was a superb 76-run victory for Edge Grove, who remain unbeaten and continue to develop into a potentially great cricket team.

Congratulations to all the players: Ray, Veer, Danny, Neevan, Tobi, Matthew, Riyan, and Aaran for another excellent performance.

U9 Mr Saunt

Congratulations to Under-9 team on a fantastic victory against St Columba’s College.

Despite a very busy schedule and intermittent weather conditions, including a dramatic pause in play due to a sudden burst of hailstones, the boys showed excellent resilience, enthusiasm, and teamwork throughout the afternoon.

St Columba’s opened the batting, with Edge Grove taking to the field first. The team produced some fantastic bowling performances across the innings, with all players contributing positively and working hard for one another. St Columba’s finished on 50 runs, leaving Edge Grove chasing a target of 50 to win.

After a slightly rocky start and a tense middle period where the scores were almost level, the match built towards a very exciting finish. Edge Grove eventually managed to edge in front by seven runs in dramatic fashion, with two unfortunate wides from St Columba’s proving decisive late in the game and giving Edge Grove the narrow advantage. A special mention to Keshav and Kush who batted incredibly well together as a newly formed pair.

Most importantly, the afternoon was filled with exceptionally high levels of participation, energy, and enjoyment from all involved. A brilliant effort from every single player and a wonderful example of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. James and Noah opened both the batting and bowling to set an excellent standard for the afternoon. Well done to all.

U9 Miss Corin

Despite the touch-and-go weather, the U9’s showed great determination and resilience in a fantastic game of cricket, coming away with a well-deserved win. The team played with great enthusiasm from start to finish, showing excellent teamwork and effort throughout.

There were some brilliant batting highlights, with Emma and Amirtaha both hitting impressive 4s, while Amirtaha also smashed a fantastic 6 to cap off a superb performance. Every player contributed with both bat and ball, and the team’s strong fielding helped keep the pressure on the opposition and maximise their runs.

It was wonderful to see such confidence and sportsmanship from the whole team. Well done to all the players on a brilliant performance!

U9 Mr Russell

In a resilient display against St Columba’s, the Edge Grove Under 9C team overcame challenging weather conditions to secure a clinical 12-run victory. Starting in the field, the bowling attack showed immense discipline; Toyosi and Shreyas restricted early runs before Bella and Aaran claimed crucial wickets with excellent support from Leah, Eli, Alessandra, and Shreya, holding the visitors to 102-2. Edge Grove then delivered a masterclass in batting, chasing down the target without losing a single wicket. Bella and Leah ignited the innings with a blistering 37 runs, followed by steady contributions from Shreya and Alessandra (25) and a powerhouse 33-run stand from Toyosi and Shreyas. Finally, Eli and Aaran added 20 runs to seal a flawless total of 115-0, capping off a superb all-around team performance.

U9 Mr Mika

Coco started the innings in style, smashing a huge six over mid-wicket to get the team off to a flying start. Iylah showed great composure at the crease with a strong forward defence, successfully seeing off their best bowler. Zak then changed the momentum of the game with an incredible over, scoring 20 runs and putting the opposition under real pressure.

Minyuan played a superb late cut shot for four, showing excellent timing and placement. Tiireni was fearless with the bat, stepping down the wicket and launching the ball straight back over the bowler’s head for a brilliant six. Behind the stumps, Milan had an excellent over keeping wicket, stopping everything that came his way. Anira also impressed with the ball, producing a fantastic spell and earning herself a maiden

U8 Mrs Emms

What an afternoon of cricket for our Year 3s! After driving through rain, hail and even a rainbow, we finally arrived in some sunshine. We opened with fielding, which really helped us get our heads into the game. A special mention goes to Elizabeth for her excellent bowling skills.

We then went in to bat and, whilst Alisha and Aryan secured a number of 4s over the boundary, we took one too many chances running for singles, which unfortunately led to us just losing the game.

There was a great amount of enthusiasm throughout, and I look forward to watching their skills continue to progress.

U8 Mrs Warnes

It was a wonderful afternoon of cricket for our Under 8 mixed teams. The weather kept everyone guessing; at times it felt warm, then we wondered if it might rain or whether we needed to put our tops back on. Despite the changing conditions, both teams showed great enthusiasm and enjoyment throughout the matches.

There was somegreat batting on display, with players demonstrating good calling and awareness when running between the wickets. Devon and Theo formed a strong batting partnership, while Lara and Willow also worked brilliantly together, supporting one another well.

A special mention must go to Narjes, Aria, Aalia and Laith for their enthusiastic and careful fielding. Laith produced a standout moment with a superb throw to the wicketkeeper’s stumps, resulting in an excellent run out.

Although both teams narrowly lost their matches, the children should be very proud of their efforts. They played with determination, teamwork and positive attitudes from start to finish.

Well done, Year 3. A fantastic effort from everyone.

The gymnastics training day at High Springers was a fantastic success, filled with energy and determination. The girls practised a variety of vaults and refined their techniques with focus and enthusiasm. They also spent time on the uneven bars, working on control, timing, and confidence.

Throughout the session, there was a strong emphasis on building strength and improving overall fitness. Many of the gymnasts showed excellent resilience, especially when attempting challenging skills. Some even tried new moves for the very first time, demonstrating courage and a willingness to learn.

Overall, it was a wonderful afternoon of progress, teamwork, and positive achievement.

Colts A (Mr McManus)

We played a very competitive game of cricket at Westbrook Hay with our Edge Grove team again bowling and fielding really well. Sami T, Lucy S, Tommy L and Jack D all took a wicket with Tyler Mc, Rafi K and Harry S all taking good catches to support the bowlers. We restricted Westbrook Hay to just 102 runs for 5 wickets in their 20 overs. Unfortunately our batting again let us down a bit as we were able to score 89 runs but lost 12 wickets in the process. Tyler top scored again with 21 runs. Our focus for the next match is to be more attacking when the bowler bowls a bad ball but always remember to play straight and block the good bowls.

Colts B (Mr Hunt)

The Edge Grove Colts Boys B team hosted Westbrook Hay School on the Colts Lawn in an exciting pairs cricket fixture. Despite a challenging match, Edge Grove showed excellent determination and moments of fantastic cricket throughout the game. Westbrook Hay ultimately proved too strong, with the final score ending 210–303 in favour of the visitors. There were several standout performances for Edge Grove, most notably from Kush T, who delivered an outstanding all round display. Kush impressed behind the stumps with some excellent wicket keeping, contributed strongly with both bat and ball, and was deservedly voted Player of the Match by the Westbrook Hay team. Luke S, Ben K and Syon T all bowled well and were rewarded with wickets for their efforts, showing great commitment and improving confidence with the ball. Wolf K also made a superb contribution in the field, displaying fearless fielding skills and putting his body on the line on several occasions to prevent balls from reaching the boundary. The team battled hard against a very strong Westbrook Hay side and should be proud of the positive attitude and teamwork they displayed throughout the afternoon. Moving forward, the boys will continue to work on batting against faster bowling and improving communication when batting in pairs to maximise scoring opportunities in future matches.

Colts C (Mr Saunt)

Although it was a bitterly cold start to the day, the weather thankfully became much milder by the afternoon, providing excellent conditions for a fantastic afternoon of cricket between Edge Grove Colts C and Westbrook Hay Colts C.

Westbrook Hay opened the batting and finished on 57 all out. In reply, Edge Grove battled hard throughout their innings and finished on 40 all out, with Westbrook Hay taking the victory by 17 runs.

The final score did not fully reflect the effort, determination and progress shown by the Edge Grove team. Unfortunately, a difficult spell of three to four overs with the ball allowed Westbrook Hay to gain momentum, and to their credit they capitalised well on the opportunity.

There were, however, many positives to take from the fixture. It was particularly pleasing to see several pupils experience hardball cricket for the very first time and show excellent courage and resilience throughout. A special mention must go to Daniel Lynch, who produced an outstanding effort, alongside Oscar Jacobson, who both embraced the challenge brilliantly.

Overall, it was a really enjoyable afternoon with excellent attitude, teamwork and effort shown by all involved. Well done to both teams for the spirit in which the game was played, and we look forward to continuing to develop throughout the term.

Colts D (Mr Bissix)

Edge Grove – 27 Westbrook Hay – 30

In a spirited display of junior cricket, the Edge Grove Colts D team took on Westbrook Hay in a match defined by sharp bowling, high-energy fielding, and some late-innings fireworks. The Edge Grove innings saw a mix of steady accumulation and aggressive boundaries, with Chenlang emerging as the standout performer of the day. Earning the title of High Scorer with an impressive contribution of 21 runs, Chenlang’s ability to find the gaps and strike several well-timed boundaries anchored the team’s total.

Other notable contributions came from Arhaan and Adam, who set a solid foundation early on. Riley and Aiwa added valuable runs in the middle order, while Aahil provided a late boost to the score, helping the team reach a final competitive total of 27.

The bowling attack remained disciplined throughout, frequently putting the Westbrook Hay batters under pressure. The team successfully utilized a rotation of bowlers, with wickets taken by Adam (2), Arhaan, Josh (2), Aiwa, and Chenlang (2). Aiwa and Josh’s final overs were both wicket maidens. The true highlight of the defensive effort was the fielding. Hamza turned in a stellar performance, displaying incredible reflexes and positioning to claim three catches, effectively stalling Westbrook Hay’s momentum every time they looked to build a partnership. It was a fantastic team effort from the Colts D; while Chenlang led the way with the bat, the match was truly bolstered in the field by Hamza’s safe hands and the team’s collective grit.

Colts E (Mr Russell)

Edge Grove 98-1
Westbrook Hay 113-0

The Edge Grove E team played a spirited away fixture against Westbrook Hay this week. Although the boys narrowly lost by 15 runs, the match was full of positives and clear targets for next week.

Our batting was the standout feature of the day. The boys made excellent use of the close boundaries, with almost every partnership scoring consistently:

• Chimdi & Harry: 23 runs
• Torin & Jesse: 23 runs
• Avi & Joshua: 22 runs
• Alex & Toran: 22 runs
• Chimdi & Jesse: 9 runs

The narrow margin of defeat came down to “extras” and fielding discipline. We conceded 30 runs in wides and no-balls, which proved costly in such a close game. Additionally, we were unable to take any wickets, so our main focus in training will be sharpening our bowling line and our “ready positions” in the field.

A lot to be proud of, especially the aggressive batting and team spirit. Well done, boys!

U8 Girls Pairs Cricket (Miss Evans)

Edge Grove 51-27 Westbrook Hay

The U8 girls’ pairs cricket team made a fantastic start to their cricket journey in their very first match, producing an excellent all-round performance to defeat Westbrook Hay by 51 runs to 27 in an exciting pairs cricket fixture.

The girls showed great enthusiasm, teamwork, and determination throughout the game, with some outstanding bowling performances helping to keep the opposition’s score low. The fielding effort was equally impressive, highlighted by a brilliant catch from Nyla that brought huge cheers from teammates and supporters alike. Darcey also celebrated a superb wicket during a strong bowling display from the whole team. Elizabeth also worked incredibly hard in the field and remained focused and switched on at all times, helping the team maintain excellent energy throughout the match.

With the bat, the team played confidently and positively. Clara delighted the crowd with a well-struck four, while Alisha produced an outstanding innings, smashing two fours and a huge six to lead the scoring. Her excellent contributions with both bat and ball earned her a well-deserved Batter of the Match and Bowler of the Match award.

For many of the girls, this was their first experience of competitive cricket, but they played with confidence, energy, and great sportsmanship throughout. It was a memorable first match and a brilliant team victory for the U8 girls.

The U8 girls put in a fantastic performance in their Diamond Nine cricket game today, showing great enthusiasm, teamwork, and determination throughout. There was some excellent batting on display, with the girls working hard to score runs and communicating brilliantly by calling out clearly to each other while running between the wickets.

In the field, the team showed great focus and effort, stopping several runs with some strong fielding and quick reactions. Everyone played their part and supported each other really well from start to finish.

Overall, it was a fantastic team effort and the girls should be very proud of themselves. Well done!

U8 Mr McManus

The Year 3 boys played their first ever cricket match at Westbrook Hay on Thursday and performed well, learning a lot about the game as the afternoon went on. We bowled well and Freddie S, Isaac J, Noah R and Ayden C all took wickets; however we need to try to be more consistent and concentrate on repeating the same action every ball. Cillian W did well taking an excellent catch in the field. Our batting did let us down a bit as we were very conservative and did not run the singles to accumulate a competitive enough score. More positive batting and running between the wickets is our focus for next week.

U8 Mr Saunt & Mr Bissix

Mr Saunt and Mr Bissix U8 teams travelled to face Westbrook Hay on Thursday 7th May for an enjoyable afternoon of diamond cricket. To ensure maximum participation and match time for all players, the Edge Grove squad was split into three teams of five, alongside one Westbrook Hay team, creating a fun and competitive quadrangular format.

It was fantastic to see such high levels of participation throughout the afternoon, with all players heavily involved in batting, bowling and fielding across the different games. The format created an excellent atmosphere, promoting sport for all, teamwork and continuous activity, with students showing great enthusiasm and effort from start to finish.

A special mention goes to Ruairi , who impressed throughout the afternoon with an excellent all-round performance and superb attitude.

Well done to all involved for representing Edge Grove so positively and making it such an enjoyable afternoon of cricket.

U11 Cricket County Cup

We started the term with a bang playing against a very strong Habs’ team in the first round of the Hertfordshire County Cup. Habs are traditionally the favourites for the competition every year however our team can be very proud of how we played. Edge Grove won the toss and put Habs in to bat and every boy and girl played their part, bowling a good line and length and not giving away many extras. Sami T and Rafi K both took a wicket and Christopher impressed with his leg spin bowling. Syon, Lucy, Jack, Tyler and Tommy all bowled well and at the interval I was very impressed by the team’s effort both in the bowling and the fielding. Tyler and Tommy bravely stepped forward to open the batting against an excellent, fast bowling attack and they both did very well, putting on a partnership of 35 runs with Tyler top scoring with 21 runs. We unfortunately lost too many wickets and eventually lost the game convincingly however this was a good way to start the cricket season with many positives and something to build on for the season.

U13 Cricket County Cup
Edge Grove 1st XI vs Sir John Lawes School 1st XI

Edge Grove 1st XI produced an outstanding performance to defeat Sir John Lawes School 1st XI and book their place in the County Cup semi-finals.

Travelling to Harpenden to face the 2025 County Cup holders, Edge Grove lost the toss and were asked to field first. Sir John Lawes made a strong start, with their top order scoring quickly and putting the visitors under early pressure. However, Edge Grove responded superbly with disciplined bowling and excellent control of line and length.

As the pressure mounted, the Edge Grove bowlers began to take regular wickets, preventing the hosts from maintaining their early momentum. Their excellent efforts in the field were rewarded as Sir John Lawes were bowled out for 113.

In reply, Edge Grove faced a challenging opening spell from an impressive Sir John Lawes bowling attack, which claimed Max’s wicket early in the innings. Despite the early setback, Isaac and Noah came together at the crease and initially batted with patience and composure.

Once settled, the pair delivered a batting masterclass. Playing with confidence and maturity, they built an outstanding unbroken partnership of 108, guiding Edge Grove past the target with an over to spare.

Isaac finished on an excellent 52 not out, while Noah remained unbeaten on 44 not out.

Edge Grove secured a superb 9 wicket victory, earning their place in the semi-finals of the County Cup.

Well done to the team on a fantastic performance and best of luck in the next round.

U13 Cricket
Edge Grove 1st XI vs St Johns School 1st XI

Just five days after their superb County Cup triumph, Edge Grove travelled to St John’s, Northwood, for another exciting fixture. Once again, luck was not on their side at the toss, and they were asked to field first.

St John’s began their innings in aggressive fashion, launching a fierce attack on the Edge Grove bowling line-up from the outset. Their high scoring rate quickly put Edge Grove under pressure, leading to several mistakes in the field. Despite the bowlers’ best efforts, St John’s posted an impressive total of 144 for 3 in 20 overs.

In reply, Edge Grove made a bright start and looked in control during the early stages of the chase. However, poor shot selection and a lapse in concentration from the top order left the team in serious trouble at 56 for 5.

What followed was one of the finest middle-order recoveries the team has produced. Alex and Aiden K came together and completely turned the match around with a brilliant partnership. Combining powerful stroke play with excellent running between the wickets, they punished the St John’s bowlers and took Edge Grove to within just five runs of the target.

Although both batters were eventually dismissed at a crucial stage, the job was not yet done. With nerves building, Blake and Joseph held their composure and calmly guided Edge Grove over the line, sealing a dramatic victory with one ball to spare.

Edge Grove finished on 147 for 7, completing a remarkable comeback win.

This was an exceptional demonstration of resilience, determination, and teamwork from the Edge Grove side, who showed tremendous character to fight back from a difficult position and secure another memorable victory.

Colts A (Mr McManus)

Edge Grove 108 for 5 wickets = 83 runs

Kingshott 83 for 4 wickets = 63 runs

Edge Grove won by 20 runs

We played our second game of the season against Kingshott in another pairs game. We batted first and Lucy and Jack opened the batting scoring 15 runs in their 4 overs. Tyler and Tommy batted next and scored 25 runs followed by Christopher and Cooper who also scored 25 runs. Rafi and Harry followed next with 18 runs matched by Sami and Garv who batted last. All the pairs batted well and showed how much they have improved in just one week. Our bowling and fielding was again very good and we restricted Kingshott’s scoring opportunities with tight bowling and alert fielding. Tyler, Harry, Sami and Chris all took a wicket to help us to a well deserved victory.

Colts B (Mr Hunt)

Edge Grove Colts Boys Cricket B Team vs Kingshott – Match Report

Edge Grove Colts Boys B kicked off their season with an impressive performance at home against Kingshott, in what proved to be an exciting and competitive fixture.

After losing the toss and being put in to bat, Edge Grove showed great composure for their first game of the season. The team batted with consistency and discipline throughout the innings, managing to lose just two wickets,an excellent achievement that set a strong foundation. Partnerships were built steadily, with players supporting each other well and maintaining a positive tempo at the crease.

With a solid total of 283 on the board, Edge Grove headed into the field full of confidence. The bowling unit delivered a superb collective effort, applying pressure consistently and being rewarded with six wickets. The fielding effort matched the bowling quality, with strong energy and commitment across the team.

There were several standout contributions worth highlighting. Kush T took on the role of wicket keeper for the first time and performed brilliantly behind the stumps, showing great focus and skill. Teddy W also deserves recognition for stepping in to bowl two overs and contributing positively to the team effort. A special mention must go to Ben K, who demonstrated excellent leadership throughout the match, guiding and encouraging his teammates from start to finish.

In the end, Edge Grove secured a well-earned victory, finishing on 283–267. It was a fantastic team performance and a strong start to the season. While there is still plenty to work on in training, this match showcased the team’s potential and positive attitude.

Well done, boys!

Colts mixed C&D team (Mr Saunt)

It was a fantastic afternoon of cricket yesterday, with the students showing great enthusiasm and clearly enjoying their first fixture of the season. The weather was on our side, providing perfect conditions as we welcomed Kingshott for a well-matched game.

To ensure a balanced contest, we combined players from our C and D teams, which created a strong and competitive unit. A special mention must go to Adam B and Adam L, who sportingly supported the opposition by playing for their team, an excellent display of character and respect for the game.

The match itself was closely contested, with the pairs scores level overall. However, Edge Grove “edged” the result by just six runs, securing a narrow but well-earned victory. More importantly, it was a valuable learning experience and a brilliant training opportunity for all involved.

Well done to all the boys for a superb effort and a positive start to the season.

U9 Mr Dippenaar 

Edge Grove U9A hosted Westbrook Hay at Edge Grove in their first competitive fixture of the summer, and the team’s performance was an extremely promising sign for the season ahead.

Batting first, Edge Grove produced a strong team display to post a total of 249 runs. Veer and Tobi were outstanding with the bat, playing with confidence and composure at the crease. Their efforts were well supported by the rest of the team, who all contributed positively to the innings.

In response, Edge Grove showed great discipline in the field. Ray captained the side superbly, managing his bowlers very effectively throughout the innings. Excellent fielding from the whole team helped to keep the pressure on Westbrook Hay and restricted their scoring opportunities.

All of the bowlers delivered excellent spells, helping to limit Westbrook Hay to 239 runs.

This excellent all-round team performance saw Edge Grove secure a 10 run victory, making it a fantastic start to their competitive summer campaign.

U9 Mr McManus 

This was the first game of the season and the boys played with great enthusiasm against a very evenly matched team. Our boys bowled well and were led very well by Arjun in the field who was enthusiastic and took a great catch. Special mention to Ari P and Arjun who also showed great fielding with direct throws at the stumps to run out the opposition batsmen. When the final scores were added up both teams had lost the same amount of wickets but Westbrook Hay had scored more runs from wides and no balls which meant that they won a close match.

U9 Mr Hunt 

Edge Grove Year 4 C team began their cricket season with an impressive home performance against Westbrook Hay School, securing a 283–248 victory in an exciting and closely contested fixture. There were several standout contributions, with Max O delivering an excellent all round performance. He was the only player to hit a six and also bowled with notable pace and accuracy. Strong batting displays from Keshav S and Amirtaha N also played a key role in building Edge Grove’s total. The team showed great effort in the field, taking four wickets compared to Westbrook Hay’s single wicket. This was a positive start to the season, though there is still plenty to work on in training, particularly batting technique, as well as continued development in bowling and fielding. Overall, a very encouraging performance, well done, boys. We look forward to the next fixture.

U9 Mrs Emms 

A fantastic start to the Year 4 girls’ cricket season! 

Toyosi, Bella and Shreya each took a wicket, with Iylah delivering a brilliant stumping and Bella adding a great catch to the highlights. Although it was an unfortunate loss, the girls played an exceptional game—it’s clear how much they’ve improved since last year. 

Well done to the whole team!

U9 Mrs Warnes & Mrs O’Brien 

Our U9 girls kicked off the season with a fantastic first match, and it was wonderful to see how excited and enthusiastic everyone was to be back playing cricket together.

Anira was our steady and reliable bowler, even delivering a few impressive spin balls that kept the opposition on their toes. Savanna also had a brilliant moment in the field, successfully bowling another player out — a fantastic achievement! The team fielded brilliantly throughout, showing great teamwork and energy, and worked especially hard to call clearly for runs.

It was a strong all-round performance, with the team finishing on an excellent 284 runs for no outs. The girls comfortably beat West Brook Hay by 44 runs — a brilliant start to the season.

Well done, girls!

Edge Grove 1st XI v St. Clement Danes School

Edge Grove 1st XI produced a remarkable comeback victory to secure their place in the County Cup semi-finals with a hard-fought win over St. Clement Danes School on 5 June.

Edge Grove faced a challenging start after losing the toss and being asked to bat first in very overcast conditions on a difficult pitch. The St. Clement Danes opening bowlers immediately applied pressure, removing the Edge Grove top order in quick succession. When Aiden K arrived at the crease, Edge Grove were struggling at 9 for 4.

With wickets continuing to fall around him, Noah showed great resilience and determination. He battled hard for his 18 runs before becoming the fifth wicket to fall with the score on 19. At this stage, Edge Grove were in serious trouble at 19 for 5.

Aiden then rebuilt the innings alongside Alex, with the pair adding valuable runs to take the score to 75 before Alex was eventually bowled. Contributions from the lower order helped Edge Grove reach 89 all out, with Aiden finishing unbeaten on an outstanding 45 not out,  an innings that proved to be the foundation of the victory.

Alex led the way with 2 for 17, while Eashan claimed an impressive 3 for 13. Max chipped in with 2 for 11, and Noah completed a superb all-round performance with outstanding figures of 3 for 6.

Their collective efforts proved too much for the home side, who were dismissed for just 66, handing Edge Grove a memorable victory by 21 runs.

This excellent team performance sees Edge Grove progress to the County Cup semi-finals, where they will face Sandringham School.

Result: Edge Grove 89 all out beat St. Clement Danes School 66 all out by 21 runs.

Player of the Match: Aiden K  45*.

Edge Grove 296- 277 York House

Finally, a little bit of sunshine appeared for the Colts B Girls Cricket Team for their first and final match of the season.

We opened the game in the field, with Sansiya displaying excellent captaincy skills. She supported her teammates throughout and did a fantastic job of encouraging and motivating the whole team. There were superb wickets from both Lily and Sansiya, while the team remained focused and demonstrated excellent fielding skills, helping to minimise the number of 4s and 6s scored by the opposition.

We then took our turn to bat, and it was great to see the skills practised in training being put into action. Many of our runs came from well-judged singles, taken when the opposition made fielding errors. The team’s awareness and decision-making between the wickets were excellent.

It was a fantastic game, and every member of the team should be incredibly proud of their efforts and the progress they have made throughout the season.