MCC fixture makes a triumphant return
The school was thrilled to welcome back Marylebone Cricket Club to New Field on Monday 5 July for the first cricket fixture at Rydal Penrhos since the summer of 2019, which was greeted by glorious sunshine to further enhance the occasion.
Our estates’ team – together with 360 Groundcare – worked tirelessly in recent months to renovate the wicket in readiness for the fixture, which played superbly and we cannot thank everybody enough for their commitment to getting everything perfect for the return of cricket to the school calendar.
The game itself saw the MCC come out on top after an entertaining fixture, which saw plenty of memorable moments from both sides on a landmark day after so much disruption.
Rydal Penrhos captain Sam Bixby was one of the stars of the show, with the departing Year 13 pupil receiving the Spirit of Cricket Award for his incredible efforts with the bat, organising his team in the field and behind the stumps as a wicket-keeper.
The contest was held under strict social distancing guidelines, which were adhered to in exemplary fashion by players, umpires and other staff helping out with scoring and catering.
On behalf of everyone at Rydal Penrhos, we would like to thank the MCC for visiting us once again and to all the staff who left no stone unturned to make their arrival safe and welcoming.