Cricket Yorkshire: A celebration of the greatest game in God's Own County

The Yorkshire Post published a celebratory feature on cricket in Yorkshire on August 17, 2026, written by Greg Wright. The article highlights the deep roots of the sport in the county, noting that legendary England captain Sir Leonard Hutton began developing his batting skills at Pudsey St Lawrence Cricket Club at the age of 12. The piece explores how many international cricketers trace their careers back to modest local grounds that shaped their early development.