Outwood Cricket Club’s Gala Awards Night burst into life on Saturday as club members and their guests packed into the Lloyd Hall for an unforgettable celebration of cricketing triumphs, club spirit and pure merriment.

Dressed to impress, guests enjoyed the buzzing atmosphere from the moment they arrived. The ever-brilliant Roxxi Jaxx delivered a storming live set that kept the Lloyd Hall buzzing, while the club photographer captured the sparkle, and the laughter as the night unfolded.

The evening’s feast was a triumph in itself: a delicious two-course supper featuring a standout rack of lamb crafted by long-time friend of the club and major sponsor, The Outwood Butcher. Compliments echoed around the hall as loudly as the applause, and no one left without a smile—or a full stomach.

As tradition demands, the night built towards the presentation of the 2025 Club Awards, celebrating excellence across all sides. A proud moment came as 1st XI caps were awarded to Max Evans, Lucas Evans and Alastair Wylie.

Men's Awards – 2026 Winners

1st XI

• Batter of the Year – Ashley Middleton
• Bowler of the Year – Jonny Wylie
• Players’ Player – Louis Russell-Watts
• Players’ Player – Ashley Middleton
• Captain’s Player – Lucas Evans

2nd XI

• Batter of the Year – Mike Cleaver
• Bowler of the Year – Imran Gill
• Players’ Player – George Hess
• Captain’s Player – Adam Kendall

Sunday XI

• Batter of the Year – James Malley
• Bowler of the Year – Haroon Dass
• Players’ Player – Edward Cload
• Captain’s Player – Danish Ullah

Outlaws

• Batter of the Year – Ashley Middleton
• Bowler of the Year – Marcus Malley
• Captain’s Player – Felix Teasdale

Renegades

• Batter of the Year – Lucas Evans
• Bowler of the Year – James Sherwin-Smith
• Captain’s Player – Ollie King

Additional Club Awards

• Young Player of the Year – Jonny Wylie
• Millers Spirit of Cricket Award – David & Edward Cload
• Gotts Cup – Alastair Wylie

Women’s Awards – 2025 Winners

• Player’s Player – Tina Howard
• Batter of the Year – Marianna Graham
• Bowler of the Year – Rachel Walters
• Fielder of the Year – Bernie Thomson
• Rising Star – Grace Wylie
• Most Improved – Jane Stapleton
• Captain’s Player of the Year – Kate Kercher
• Young Ladies’ Player of the Year – Florence King

With applause ringing out, glasses raised and stories shared, the night perfectly captured what makes our club so special—its community, its camaraderie, and its unwavering love of cricket. A full gallery of the evening is on the website.

Here’s to another fantastic year ahead!