Latest News | 10 November 2020
Cricket club to extend 150th anniversary celebrations
Derbyshire County Cricket Club has announced it will continue its 150-year celebrations into the summer of 2021.
The celebrations, which will include new events, as well as those postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, will focus on the club’s rich heritage across the county since its formation by Walter Boden on 4 November 1870.
Derbyshire’s first match, which began on 26 May 1871, will be marked 150 years on and the squad will wear the club’s 150th anniversary logo on their kit throughout the County Championship campaign next summer.
The club said it continues to plan for a number of special events at the Incora County Ground and across the county, including a commemorative fixture, a gala dinner and a service at Derby Cathedral.
Further digital initiatives, such as online members’ events with former players, are also planned.
Chief executive Ryan Duckett said: “Our members and supporters are at the heart of Derbyshire County Cricket Club and they have continued to show their loyal support throughout a challenging 2020.
“While we were pleased to be able to mark the formation date of the club on 4 November with a pictorial book – the definitive written history of the club – we wanted to be able to celebrate this landmark with a variety of events.
“This included a celebratory dinner, featuring some of the legendary players who have played for the club over the years.
“Sadly, we have been unable to do that along with a number of events that have been postponed due to government restrictions.
“While frustrating, we are still hopeful of having some great events to mark our 150th year over the next 12 months.
“We’re continuing to plan for a commemorative fixture, among other events, and although these will be dependent on government guidelines at the time, we will also add in digital panel events and opportunities to hear from former players, the likes of which have been well-received by supporters this summer.”
