Upper Hopton Cricket Club

Club History

Founded in 1904 Upper Hopton Cricket Club recently celebrated its centenery and continues to thrive to this day. This season sees a record number of Junior teams fielded by Upper Hopton with teams entered into every age group from Under 9 to Under 17.

More information on the clubs history can be found on the "Cricket History of Calderdale and Kirkless" website which provides a full and comprehensive history of many clubs in the area.

Samantha Shilton

Sam has joined the club as part of her final year studies at The University of Huddersfield. Studying for a degree in Sports Journalism, Sam has agreed to write a number of pieces about the club and it's members for her final year practical project.

Throughout her placement, which ends in May, Sam will be writing player profiles and articles about all aspects of the club. All of these articles will appear here over the coming weeks.

Articles

I want to see them smiling - The Junior setup at UHCC
Into Cyberspace - The UHCC Website

Player Profiles

Neil Jaggar - I’ve been associated with the club ever since I was born
Craig Gardner - Boothy & Becks
David Stones - Goughy & Ghoulash
Robert Holdsworth - Me and my mate Craig
Julie Heaton - Elbow & The Enemy
Thomas Heaton - From Leeds to Lance