Yorkshire brewer T&R Theakston is marking 16 seasons not out with its support of the Nidderdale and District Amateur Cricket League.
Simon Theakston, chairman of T&R Theakston
Set to start on Saturday, 26th April, the league comprises 56 clubs competing in eight divisions, a total of 93 teams playing in some of the most picturesque settings in Yorkshire.
Establishing its sponsorship over a decade ago, Theakston’s Brewery has shown continuous support for the league which enables both senior and junior talent to flourish in North Yorkshire. It counts current and former Yorkshire and England players among its alumni.
It forged the junior careers of cricketing stars including England Test player Jonny Bairstow and Yorkshire players Ben Coad, Jonny Tattersall, and Finlay Bean.
“We’re very proud to be entering another season of supporting the Theakston Nidderdale Cricket League,” said Theakston’s Brewery chairman Simon Theakston.
“The league, under the expert guidance of Sir Thomas Ingilby Bt, is the cornerstone of North Yorkshire community sporting activity and has been for very many years. Much like the local pub, the village cricket club holds a significant role as a place to feel welcome, to belong, meet friends and share experiences.”
Sir Thomas added: “’We are very grateful to Theakston’s for their long-term and ongoing support for the Nidderdale Cricket League. We share a common ethos with Theakston’s in that quality and community are at the heart of everything we do, and our village cricketers prefer to support local family firms.”
