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22 Sep 2026
Don Saggers RIP

Sad to report that Don Saggers passed away on Friday. Don was a regular at The Green in the 60s, 70s and 80s, keeping wicket and opening the batting. He was also a talented footballer and a great character. Our thoughts are with wife Paula. Funeral d... [ Read more ]

17 Sep 2026
You are invited to our Awards Evening this Saturday!

The season ended on a high last Saturday when the 2nd XI confirmed their position as Division 9 Champions with a big win over West Mersea. There were centuries for Jack Axon and Ethan Frost in our 289-1, and we then bowled Mersea out for 126, with Ni... [ Read more ]

04 Sep 2026
Two great achievements for the Green!

Last weekend saw not one but two great achievements for the Green! The Women’s Sunday XI clinched top spot in their league after a comfortable win against East Bergholt. And last Saturday’s rain cancellations confirmed the 2nd XI’s promotion from ... [ Read more ]

15 Jul 2026
Cricket Week is nearly here!

Cricket Week 2026 begins this Friday with the clubhouse hosting Those Colchester Buskers to kick off the Eight Ash Green Village Festival. Come along to see the U15s play a T10 match against the Women’s XI at 6pm before the band start their first set... [ Read more ]

04 Jun 2026
Matt Murray Memorial Match

 A big date in our season is a week on Sunday (June 14th) when Jamie Murray’s team of all stars will play a Green XI in a memorial game for much-missed brother Matt, who passed away before Christmas. The match will start around 1pm, with a traditiona... [ Read more ]

05 Apr 2026
Jack Petchey supports EAG CC youths

The brilliant Jack Petchey Foundation continues to support youths all across Essex and London with practical guidance and recognition of the amazing young people in our county. Eight Ash Green cricket club has worked closely with the Jack Petchey Fo... [ Read more ]

26 Feb 2026
Brilliant Cricket Willow Idea!

A brilliant idea from club legend and eco-warrior Alex Hammond came to fruition in December.  Willow trees were planted round the outfield to absorb water and carbon to create cricket bats for future generations of cricket players.  Read the full sto... [ Read more ]

21 Dec 2025
Season's Greetings from The Green

Our Christmas Card this year features a suitably attired 2nd XI from 2023.  Front and centre is captain Matt Murray, who would want to be remembered this way. With very best wishes for Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. [ Read more ]

16 Dec 2025
Matthew Murray

It is with very great sadness that we have to announce the death of Matt Murray,  2nd XI captain, life member and inspiration to everyone he played with or met. Aged only 30, he had bravely endured surgery and medication over a number of years and di... [ Read more ]

07 Sep 2025
Great Send Off for Club Legends

On 7 September a Tom Lissimore XI took on the Sunday XI in a match to remember club legends Robin 'Boo' Cant and David John Merriday (DJM).  It was a great day and pictures are in a photo gallery here.  [ Read more ]