November 21, 2024

History of Bangor CC

Take a look back through the annals of history with some records, written pieces and images of the Cricket Club through the years.


The Early Years

There is evidence of Cricket being played in 1911 under the captaincy of a George Taylor and the ground was apparently on the Brunswick Road

The Early Years: Accomplishments & Awards

During this period Wallace Sproule was the only international player at Bangor Cricket Club having earned 3 caps for Ireland.


Reopening of Ward Park

After a break of 2 1/2 years due to re-development, Bangor Cricket Club welcomes its return to playing at Ward Park.

Ahead of the 1977 cricket season and to celebrate the reopening of Ward Park for Bangor CC. A Bangor XI featuring England test stars Colin Cowdrey & John Jameson hosted the Ireland team.

Bangor vs Irish XI at Ward Park -Team Biographies

Player biographies of the Bangor and Ireland teams.

Bangor vs Irish XI at Ward Park – Gallery

Match images of the Bangor vs Ireland XI game including images of Colin Cowdrey and John Jameson.

Bangor vs Irish XI at Ward Park – The Reports

Collection of reports leading up to and after the occasion including a piece written by Colin Cowdrey about it.

An Appreciation of Colin Cowdrey & John Jameson

An appreciation of Colin and John’s careers up until 1977 written by Chris Harte.