Kempston Methodists Cricket Club, also known as Kempston Methodists CC, is a friendly and sociable cricket club located in Bedford, New Zealand. The club was established in 1922 and has a rich history of playing the game at Cryselco Park, its spiritual home.
The club prides itself on being welcoming and inclusive, allowing players of all ages and abilities to participate and enjoy the game of cricket. Whether you're a seasoned cricketer or a beginner, there is a place for you in the Kempston Methodists CC.
Over the past 98 years, the club has achieved various successes. They have won the Championship Shield five times between 1924 and 1936 and have also secured victories in various East Beds Shield Competitions in the 1970s and 90s. The club was one of the founding members of the Bedford Midweek League in 1968 and continues to be affiliated with it to this day.
In recent years, Kempston Methodists CC has had remarkable success. In 2021, the team finished as runners-up in Division 1 of the BISCL and won the BISCL Twenty 20 Competition, marking their most successful season to date. The following year, in 2022, they again finished as runners-up in Div 1 of the BISCL and went on to win both the Div 2 Bedford Midweek League and the Chiltern Travel Plate midweek knock-out competition. They also added the Div 3 title of the Bedford Indoor League during the summer.
It was an extraordinary season for the team.
The club continued to excel in 2023, winning Division 2 of the Midweek League and finishing a creditable 3rd in the Saturday season, just one victory away from the title. With such impressive performances, Kempston Methodists CC is considered one of Kempston's top cricket teams.
If you are interested in joining Kempston Methodists CC, you can find their contact details on their “About Us” page. The club welcomes new members and looks forward to sharing their love for cricket with you.
Stay updated with club announcements and upcoming events by visiting their social media pages and club directories. There, you can find information about their annual awards and dinner, nets sessions, and the upcoming AGM.
Kempston Methodists CC is proud of its achievements and looks forward to continuing its legacy as Bedford's #1 cricket club. Join them today and be part of a thriving and inclusive cricketing community.