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 special place in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, where the game of cricket is played. It's located along Danescourt Road, near the A41. This ground has seen some exciting matches, including a big international game for women's cricket. It has also been a home field for the Staffordshire County Cricket Club in local county competitions.
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The History of Danescourt Cricket Ground
How Danescourt Started
The Danescourt cricket ground was first set up in 1890. It became the home field for the Wolverhampton Cricket Club. This club itself has a long history, having been founded way back in 1835!
Cricket Matches at Danescourt
The Staffordshire County Cricket Club began playing their "minor counties" matches at Danescourt in 1900. Their very first game there was against Northumberland County Cricket Club. These "minor counties" games are important local competitions in English cricket.
Staffordshire used Danescourt often throughout the 1900s. The ground hosted 35 of these county championship matches until 1995. It was a well-known spot for local cricket fans.
A Big International Match
Danescourt also had a moment in the international spotlight! In 1973, it was chosen as one of the venues for the 1973 Women's Cricket World Cup. This was a huge event for women's cricket around the world.
During the World Cup, Danescourt hosted one exciting match. The England women's cricket team played against the Trinidad and Tobago women's cricket team. England, led by their captain Rachael Heyhoe Flint, won that game by 8 wickets. It was a memorable day for the ground and for women's cricket history.
Want to Learn More?
- Danescourt at ESPNcricinfo
