The future of Irish women’s cricket looks brighter than ever as Cricket Ireland has unveiled its Under-17 Girls squads for a pair of prestigious away tours set to test and showcase the nation’s emerging talent this summer.
From the manicured grounds of Malvern College in England to the competitive pitches of Deventer in the Netherlands, Ireland’s next generation will face some of Europe’s strongest age-group opposition. These tours represent not only a golden opportunity for team development but also a vital platform for young cricketers aiming to break into the senior ranks in the coming years.
Malvern College Festival: A Tradition of Excellence
Dates: 14th–18th July 2025
Venue: Malvern School, United Kingdom
First up is the prestigious Malvern College Festival, a tournament renowned for its high standard and history of fostering international stars. Ireland’s squad for this festival brims with youthful dynamism and raw talent:
Squad:
Lucy Andrews, Síbha Bhoja, Erin Bond, Emily Carville, Aisling Lawlor, Isabelle McLean, Vanessa Minford, Genevieve Morrissey, Millie Spence, Alice Tector, Sinead Thomson, Grace Wilson, Joscelyn Wright
With a strong representation from top clubs like CSNI, Merrion, Phoenix, and Clontarf, the squad combines balanced batting and bowling options, setting high expectations ahead of the festival.
Continental Challenge: Tri-Series in the Netherlands
Dates: 4th–7th August 2025
Venue: Deventer, The Netherlands
Squad:
Zoë Bell, Síbha Bhoja, Erin Bond, Molly Butterly, Emily Carville, Anna Ellerby, Aisling Lawlor, Vanessa Minford, Genevieve Morrissey, Gemma Sargent, Millie Spence, Alice Tector, Grace Wilson
A mix of new faces and returning talents, like Síbha Bhoja, Erin Bond, and Emily Carville, demonstrates Ireland’s growing depth at the youth level.
Guiding these talented young women are respected figures in Irish cricket:
Eimear Richardson (Coach)
Chuka Uba (Coach)
Sophie Thomas (Manager)
Their combined expertise will be invaluable as the squads face the dual challenge of international competition and personal development.
With passionate players, top-class coaching, and a summer packed with high-level competition, Irish women’s cricket is poised for an exciting era. These tours not only offer a priceless experience but also reinforce Ireland’s vision: developing well-rounded cricketers who can compete and win. All eyes will be on Malvern and Deventer this July and August, as the next chapter of Irish women’s cricket unfolds on the world stage.
