Scotland women achieve their first ever victory in a #T20WorldCup - a 40 run win over Ireland. They will be targeting causing an upset as they move through the group. WI next for Scotland. Ireland take on England.
@cricketireland@CricketScotland - do you recognise any of these cricketers or did you take part in the matches between Scotland and Ireland in August 1978 - see local press coverage in Aberdeen from the time!
Reach out to bayfirth.co.uk if you can help.
#T20WorldCup We know that the North East of Scotland was important in the history of women and girls’ cricket.Players from clubs in Aberdeen were central to this tour to Ireland in 1978.Can you shed any light on this endeavour as we uncover hidden histories? @BayfirthResCIC
"It is actually a bit mad that both of us come from such a small town in the North East of Scotland."
From Huntly to the global stage, Ailsa Lister and Kirstie Gordon tell their stories.
What fascinating stories. We want to hear your cricketing memories to share with others and contribute to the forthcoming exhibition celebrating the 150th anniversary of women and girls’ cricket in Scotland. Please join webinars or get in touch.
"It is actually a bit mad that both of us come from such a small town in the North East of Scotland."
From Huntly to the global stage, Ailsa Lister and Kirstie Gordon tell their stories.
Priyanaz Chatterji of @surreycricket is one of the most experienced players in the @CricketScotland squad, but with the @T20WorldCup just days away she is feeling like a big kid is "unbelievably excited" - hear from her via the GH Media FB page...
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We often hear of sporting squads referred to as families, but for the Bryce sisters they will actually be playing alongside a family member at the @T20WorldCup for @CricketScotland - read more via the GH Media FB page...
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#T20WorldCup Was this article possibly referring to the first Scotland v Ireland match in 1978? Contact bayfirth.co.uk if you can enlighten us from either Irish or Scottish perspective. #HonouringourPast
As we search for hidden histories in Scottish women and girls’ cricket - and Scotland take on Ireland this morning - can anyone shed light on this tour in 1978 please ?
#T20WorldCup
As we search for hidden histories in Scottish women and girls’ cricket - and Scotland take on Ireland this morning - can anyone shed light on this tour in 1978 please ?
#T20WorldCup
Former Scotland player Caroline (Sweetman) leads development of cricket in North Berwick (Bass Rock CC).If you used to play cricket please get in touch at bayfirth.co.uk -we are looking for hidden histories to ‘Honour our Past’&add to our 150th year exhibition in 2028.
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