Cricket at Marlborough

Cricket is the major game for boys in the Summer Term and has a long history at the College. Each season reaches its climax with the two-day Colours Match against Rugby –a fixture that dates from 1855 and which, until 1972, was played at Lord’s. Girls Cricket has evolved quickly since its introduction in 2016 with hope for further expansion in the future. There is a strong emphasis on culture, with the mantra “good people make good cricketers”. Success on the pitch is important, but not at the expense of the spirit of the game. A healthy respect for the values of cricket is nurtured. The onus is on learning, self-reflection, aspiration and most importantly, enjoyment.

An excellent group of Cricket staff invest enthusiasm, energy and time into making the experience as enjoyable as possible. The coaching programme is led by former Gloucestershire all-rounder Mark Alleyne, MBE. Alleyne won 10 ODI caps for England between 1999 and 2000 and captained the record-breaking Gloucestershire limited over side of the early 2000s. Former England Women’s captain Charlotte Edwards works part-time as the Girls’ Professional.

The College boasts charmingly scenic grounds set against the backdrop of the rolling Wiltshire countryside. It hosted the Women’s Ashes warm up game between Australia & England Academy in 2019.