We are based in North London and an easy 5 minutes’ walk from Finchley Central Station. Finchley Cricket Club is home to four men’s league sides on Saturdays, an MDL side on Sundays, in addition to a cup team.

We are record four-time winners of the London-wide Knockout Cup Completion - The Evening Standard Trophy. We won its replacement - The Club Cricket Conference Cup - at the first attempt in 2009, and were runners-up in 2010, confirming the Club’s position at the pinnacle of club cricket in the capital.

Over the years we have seen many junior players come through the Club and represent our senior sides. We wear those long-time friendships as a “badge of honour”, but we also pride ourselves on being a particularly welcoming, collegiate and friendly Club – ‘home from home’ - for those looking for a new place to play their cricket. Perhaps having moved to London recently; taken up the game again after a long hiatus or even just keen for a fresh start - we would love to welcome you.

We are always happy to meet new players at all levels – from first-team standard through to the 4th XI – and have indoor training sessions from the start of January through to end of March. At which point we head outside for the final month of pre-season at our home which is one of the best grounds (if the not the best) in the Middlesex League.

Our 1st XI play in the 1st Division of the Middlesex Premier League, and we have a very young and talented side and are passionate about building for the future.

Our 2nd XI & 3rd XI teams were promoted to the Middlesex Division one & our 4th team play in the Third tier – Division Five A.

Promotion is the aim and fulfilling to achieve, but none of it matters if you don't wake up on Saturday excited to spend the day with your mates enjoying the game. So, that's our thing - that's what we endeavour to do every week.

We socialise together during the week, eat together after games and host regular club events throughout the season.

So, if you want it to be a part of Finchley Cricket Club “family” we are waiting for you.

Please, don't hesitate to get in contact using the details below:
Leigh Wooldridge, Head Coach - +44 7545 827 091 / finchleycc1832@gmail.com.

Objectives of the Senior Section

Our goal is to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive, team spirited cricket Club that embodies spirit, commitment, and high standards, ensuring that both our senior and junior members feel valued and involved. We provide accessible and affordable cricket opportunities for everyone, alongside a clear pathway for developing and nurturing our most talented players.

Senior Training

Once we hit April, training takes place every Tuesday & Thursday evening from 6-8pm, these sessions are led by Head Coach Leigh & a team of coaches, to give all players the best opportunities to deliver on the weekend.

Dates

Saturday Training Camp – April 5th , 12th & 19th – Timings 10-12noon
Tuesday training 6-8pm – 1 st & 2nd XI – From April 22nd till 2nd September**
Thursday training 6-8pm – Adult training for all players - From April 24th till 4th September

** Training on Pavilion side nets if there is clash with Corporate or Junior games on Tuesdays

Leigh is also available for one-to-one coaching during the week/weekend.

Captains & Vice Captains for 2025 Season

C - Sebastian Feszczur-Hatchett 1st XI
VC – Matthew McGowen

C - Leigh Wooldridge 2nd XI
VC – George Leggett

C - Rishi Tibarewala 3rd XI
VC – Sohaib Farooq

C - Jon Mather 4th XI
VC – Vamsi Sukhavasi

We aim to have every individual's availability confirmed by Tuesday afternoon, with teams being selected on Tuesday evenings and released to players on Wednesdays.

Membership and Match Fees

The Exec Committee has decided to keep the Membership & Match Fees at the same level as last year. In addition, all fully paid up members will receive a free Finchely CC training top.

You all would have seen the communication on "FCC Official - Adults" Whatsapp group regarding how to register and pay for membership fees using the new system before the start of the first game of the season. If anyone faces any issue, please reach out to your respective Captains.

FCC Kit

A range of FCC playing, practice and leisurewear can be bought, via the
Club Kit shop That usually operates on a lead time of a fortnight or so.

Thanks
Leigh