Rugby School is pleased to formalise its partnership with Warwickshire County Cricket Club (CCC) until the end of the 2028 season. The first of three one-day matches took place at the School on Sunday 2 August, with matches also taking place on Sunday 9 August and Tuesday 11 August 2026.

The partnership establishes Rugby School as a recognised strategic partner of Warwickshire CCC, creating a long-term relationship designed to benefit students, players, supporters and the wider cricket community.

Head Master Gareth Parker-Jones said: ‘The Close provides an iconic setting for professional cricket, with the matches providing a great opportunity for people in Rugby and the surrounding area to watch top-level cricket. The wide-ranging nature of the partnership means that Rugby School will become an important hub for growing participation in the game, and will continue to provide a route for those who have aspirations to play at the highest level.’

Rugby’s Head of Cricket is Michael Powell, former Warwickshire CCC Captain and England ‘A’ cricketer. The Head of Girls’ Cricket is Adam Pursell, current Staffordshire Performance Coach.

Michael Powell said: “This partnership will provide opportunities for young players across Warwickshire to enjoy our outstanding facilities throughout the winter and during cricket festivals in the summer. By opening our doors to more young cricketers, we hope to support their development, inspire a lifelong love of the game, and strengthen the pathway for cricket across the county.”

Both our Girls’ and Boys’ 1st XI cricket teams won the U18 National Cup Championships at Lord’s in 2025, the most prestigious prize in UK schools’ cricket. Successful cricketing alumni include Jacob Bethell, who plays for England and became the youngest cricketer in history to captain England’s men’s team; Maia Bouchier, who plays for England’s women; and Amu Surenkumar, who represented England Women U19s.

Rugby School has exceptional cricket facilities with eight squares with stitched wickets, eight artificial nets, twelve grass nets and four indoor nets.

Sports scholarships are available.