Danescourt, Wolverhampton facts for kids
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| Location | Wolverhampton, Staffordshire | ||
| Coordinates | 52°36′09″N 2°10′16″W / 52.6025°N 2.1711°W | ||
| Establishment | 1890 | ||
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| Only WODI | 20 July 1973: England v  Trinidad and Tobago |
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| As of 6 September 2020 Source: Ground profile |
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Danescourt is a well-known cricket ground located in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, England. It's a special place where many exciting cricket matches have been played. You can find it on Danescourt Road, not far from the A41 Road. This ground has hosted important games, including a Women's One Day International match. It has also been a home ground for the Staffordshire County Cricket Club.
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History of Danescourt
Danescourt cricket ground was created in 1890. It became the home field for the Wolverhampton Cricket Club. This club itself was much older, having been started way back in 1835.
Early Matches
The Staffordshire team first played "minor counties cricket" at Danescourt in 1900. Their first big game there was against the Northumberland team. This match was part of the Minor Counties Championship.
Staffordshire's Home Ground
Staffordshire County Cricket Club used Danescourt often throughout the 20th century. The ground hosted 35 matches for the Minor Counties Championship. These games took place between 1900 and 1995.
International Women's Cricket
Danescourt was chosen as one of the special places for the 1973 Women's Cricket World Cup. This was a very important event for women's cricket. The ground hosted one Women's One Day International match during this World Cup.
England vs. Trinidad and Tobago
On July 20, 1973, the England Women's team played against the Trinidad and Tobago Women's team at Danescourt. England's team was led by their captain, Rachael Heyhoe Flint. England won this exciting match by 8 wickets. This means they won with 8 players still left to bat.
