Did you know?

Did you know?

We have dug out some illuminating facts from the club’s distinguished history. The first instalment covers up to 1950 – with a second instalment from 1950 onwards to follow on Wednesday. DID YOU KNOW? The first coach employed by the club was in 1882 when...
When the Club was 150 not out

When the Club was 150 not out

In 1990, the club marked its 150th anniversary with a series of celebratory events. The picture opposite heralded one of those events – a challenge match between the Over-40s and the Under-40s. Pictured are (from left): Graham Ward, captain of the Under-40s,...
Flashback to 1984

Flashback to 1984

The first team were today set to host Moorside – another GMCL Premier Division newcomer. However, it would have been the renewal of an old acquaintance as the sides have met before – back in the 1970s when they were in the same league. The record Prestwich...
ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY!

ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY!

The headline gives the answer to the first question in our quiz on the history of Prestwich Cricket, Tennis and Bowling Club. All the answers follow below. 1 What anniversary is the club celebrating this year? a – 120th b – 140th c – 160th d –...
LET’S WALK ON OUR HALLOWED STEPS

LET’S WALK ON OUR HALLOWED STEPS

Name: Damon Montgomery Nickname: Damo Current or past player: Well past What sparked your interest in cricket: Living next door to Cheetham Hill Cricket club, I wanted to know why people were shouting on the pitch one Saturday afternoon, of course it was the cries of...