Dunmow Cricket Club News story


2026 Committee Election Results

18 Jan 2026

Dunmow Cricket Club is pleased to confirm the results of the Annual Meeting, at which members voted to elect the Club’s Committee for the forthcoming season.

The Club would like to thank all members who attended and contributed, and to recognise the volunteers who continue to give their time and energy to supporting cricket in Dunmow.

✅ Your Committee for 2026

The following appointments were confirmed:

  • President: Andrew Hood (re-elected)

  • Chair: Ben Backhouse (re-elected)

  • Vice-Chair: Paul M Reid (new)

  • Secretary: Joanne Hayes (re-elected)

  • Treasurer: Helen Reid (re-elected)

  • Deputy Treasurer: Laura West (re-elected)

  • Grant Coordinator: Liz Clark (new)

  • Sponsorship & Fundraising Lead: Kath Gibson (re-elected)

  • Welfare Officer: Toni Orrow (re-elected)

  • Deputy Welfare Officer: Liz Clark (new)

  • Health & Safety Officer: Will Pascoe (new)

  • Lead Social Media Admin: Kyle Johnson (re-elected)

  • Junior Head Coach: Paul W Reid (re-elected)

  • Club & 1st XI Captain: Josh Rix (re-elected)

  • 2nd XI Captain: Alex Rix (re-elected)

  • 3rd XI Captain: Paul W Reid (new)

  • Development (4th) XI Captain: Richard Cross (new)

  • Women's XI Captain: Natasha Bourke (new)

  •  Sunday XI Captain: Josh Tyrell (new)

  • Membership Secretary: Matthew Gibson (new)

  • Bar Manager: Will Pascoe (new)

  • Fixture Secretary: Rakesh Pathak (re-elected)


🔄 Key Changes from Last Season

The meeting confirmed several important updates to the Committee:

  • Paul M Reid was elected as Vice Chair, taking over from James Reid, who steps down after 5 years of service.

  • Bar Manager is now held by Will Pascoe, following the stepping down of Cam Gibson at the end of the 2025 season.

  • Liz Clark in the redefined role as Grant Coordinator was formally approved to support the Club’s continued growth.

The Club would like to place on record its sincere thanks to the members mentioned above as well as Ryan Johnson, Niki Reid and Jenny Harris for their commitment and contribution during their time in office.


🙌 Thank You

Dunmow Cricket Club is run by volunteers, and we are grateful to everyone who puts time and effort into making the Club thrive. If you are interested in getting involved or supporting the Committee in any capacity, please speak to a Committee member or contact the Club directly.