About the club

Somerset Disabled Cricket Club compete in the ECB National Disability County Cricket Championships in both the D40 Pursuit League and the Super 9s South West division .

Somerset Disabled Cricket Club play their home games at Ilton Cricket Cricket Club and matches are contested with an incrediball for Super 9’s and hardball for D40. Matches are played on a Sunday afternoon.

You can read more about the rules and formats for each competition by looking at the handbooks deatiled on the ECB website:

Somerset Disabled Cricket Club was formed in 1997 and since then has gone from strength to strength. Thanks to the support of the Somerset Cricket Board and through the sheer determination of a number of hardworking individuals the club has become one of the strongest in the Country. Achieving success on a national scale, whilst also managing to provide opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities and all types of physical and learning impairments.

This is a club run by disabled people for disabled people.

ECB Disability Player Pathway – Downlaod Here: 

ECB player Pathway Guide – Download here:

All home fixtures are 1pm start at Ilton Cricket Club, unless stated otherwise

D40 Hardball Team 

🏏 Somerset County Cricket Club – D40 Fixtures 2026

Date
Competition
Format
Home Team
Away Team
10 May 2026
D40
T20
Ilton
Somerset
17 May 2026
D40
League
Berkshire
Somerset
31 May 2026
D40
League
Somerset
Dorset
14 Jun 2026
D40
League
Gloucestershire
Somerset
28 Jun 2026
D40
League
Dorset
Somerset
19 Jul 2026
D40
League
Somerset
Sussex 3
26 Jul 2026
D40
League
Somerset
Wales
23 Aug 2026
D40
Friendly
Uphill Castle
Somerset
30 Aug 2026
D40
Friendly
North Curry
Somerset
12 Sep 2026
D40
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Super 9 Softball Team 

Date
Squad
League / Format
Home Team
Away Team
10 May 2026
S9
League
Ilton
Somerset
24 May 2026
S9
League
Somerset
Gloucestershire
07 Jun 2026
S9
League
Cornwall
Somerset
21 Jun 2026
S9
League
Somerset
Dorset
05 Jul 2026
S9
League
Gloucestershire
Somerset
19 Jul 2026
S9
League
Somerset
Cornwall
02 Aug 2026
S9
League
Dorset
Somerset
16 Aug 2026
S9
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—
—
23 Aug 2026
S9
—
—
—
06 Sep 2026
S9
Friendly
MSN CC
Somerset

Somerset Disabled Cricket Club have a Club Committee; names and roles can be seen below. For information or to contact any of the committee, please email Steve Gass.

  • Tracy Hallows – Chairperson
  • Jason Mayled – Cricket Director
  • Paul Dean – Treasurer
  • Steve Gass – Secretary
  • Paul Lewis – Safeguarding Officer
  • Nick Dean – Club Captain
  • Paul Lewis – Development Team Manager
  • Kirstie Mayled – Social Media & Events Officer
  • Lucy Turner – Fundraiser
  • Linda Curtis – Hon. Lifetime member.

The Club curenelty are currently seeking sponsorship to support with:

New kit
Training costs
End of season presentation

Somerset Disabled Cricket Club competes in the National Disabled Cricket League (Incrediball). The incrediball is a safety compound ball, used to help reduce the risk of injury, it looks and behaves as a regular cricket ball. The National League is organised into regional leagues, with the top team progressing to semi-finals and finals. In 2006, less then a decade after being formed, the Somerset team won their first national league title and winning has been a habit since!

Read more about the 2025 stand out players for the club:

D40

Report by Club Cpt – Nick Dean

It’s been another enjoyable and competitive season for Somerset Disabled Cricket Club’s D40 side. But one where progress and improvement has been undeniable.
Memorable highlights included a comfortable win to start the season against Wales (129 / 2 vs 129 all out) showing early signs of progress, and then a commanding 72-run win away to Gloucestershire (282 / 8 vs 210 all-out) Somerset’s highest total since entering the D40 league. Even in tighter contests such as the narrow defeat to Dorset (185 all out chasing 200 / 9), the team displayed determination and clear development on their debut season.
The aim of the 2025 season was to become more established in the league, continue to be competitive in matches whilst bringing more of our identity to the season. The group has made real developments as a team and it’s showed with clear improvements on the pitch. Each game has been a contest but also a lot more enjoyable to play in. It suggests a really exciting 2026 is coming up.

Super 9

Report by Club Cpt – Paul Lewis

Somerset Super 9s Shine in Strong Season

The Somerset Disabled Cricket Team’s Super 9s have enjoyed one of their most encouraging campaigns to date in the ECB Disability Southwest Regional Super 9 League, combining standout individual displays with collective growth and a growing team spirit.

From the outset, Somerset showed determination and improvement, competing fiercely even against the league’s top sides. A particularly memorable performance came against the strong Hampshire team, where Somerset’s grit and never-say-die attitude earned praise from all involved.

The season also brought notable personal milestones. Batter Kris celebrated a fine half-century, a landmark moment that reflected his hard work and steady progress. With the ball, Colin spearheaded the attack, enjoying a prolific wicket-taking season that provided crucial breakthroughs for his side.

But the success of the campaign went far beyond the stat sheet. The squad has developed an impressive structure, with players understanding their roles more clearly and stepping up when needed. Teamwork has been at the heart of Somerset’s journey, with friendships strengthening both on and off the field.

“This has been about more than just results,” one coach reflected. “The players have grown individually and as a unit, and the sense of togetherness has been fantastic.”

The progress made this year sets a solid foundation for the future. With talented individuals coming into their own, a well-knit squad culture, and a determination to compete, the Somerset Super 9s are building momentum that could carry them to even greater heights in seasons to come.

PlAYING FOR A TEAM

Somerset Disabled CC has three teams: Dragons, Super and D40.   The Dragons team is the entry point and is ideal for new players or beginners looking for some friendly social cricket, whereas the Super 9 and D40 are formats suited to players with experience of cricket.  Read more below:

Somerset Disabled CC for the first time in 2024 will compete the National D40 Pursuit League.  The D40 PURSUIT consists of three regional divisions (D40 PURSUIT North & Mids, D40 PURSUIT South East and D40 PURSUIT South West).

D40 cricket is 40 overs a side with 11 players making up a team.  Games are played with a pink hardball.  There are no power plays but 4 fielders are expected to remain in the 30 metre circlet during the entire innings.

Somerset Disabled CC has a Super 9 Team that plays in the ECB Super 9 Regional South West League.

The S9 REGIONAL format of competition is based around a 30 over, 9-a-side game, up to a 40 over game with 11 players and is played with a soft ball.  Games can be played with 9, 10 or 11 players a side

Number of players 9.  Over per innings 30.  Over per bowler 6.  Bowler retires after taking 3 wickets.  Batter retires after scoring 50 and 75

Number of players 10.  Over per innings 35.  Over per bowler 7.  Bowler retires after taking 3 wickets.  Batter retires after scoring 50 and 75

Number of players 11.  Over per innings 40.  Over per bowler 8.  Bowler retires after taking 3 wickets.  Batter retires after scoring 50 and 75

Somerset Disabled CC has a Dragons team which is ideal for new players to the game.  Games are flexible in team sizes and all games are played with a wind ball and a plastic bat.  The Pairs format means players all get a chance to bat and bowl.  The team will play four friendly fixtures across the season.

To play for the County team, all players must meet a recognised level of disability.

Classification:

To enable people with similar degrees of function to compete as fairly as possible so that sporting ability is judged purely by the results of the competition.

Learning disability

To play for the County Team, a player must be able to provide two pieces of information to an ECB classification Officer. For more information, please download the ECB’s Learning Disability Guidance.

  • IQ Test (score less than 75)
  • Statement of Education Needs
  • Special Accommodation (evidence of player living in special accommodation)
  • Special Employment ( evidence from an employer)
  • Statutory Financial Support (letter from the DWP or DHS showing player is in receipt of DLA or equivalents)
  • Age of onset pre 18 (intellectual disability must be evident during the developmental period, which is from conception to 18 years of age)
Physical Disability

To play for the County team, a player must have Certificate of Diagnosis form completed from health professional. For more information, please download the ECB’s Physical Disability Guidance.  Physical Disabilities could include: Amputees, hemiplegia, congenital limb problems, significant loss of body organs, cerebral palsy, wheelchair users, debility following malignant disease, significant mobility problems.

Hearing impairment

In order to be eligible to take part in ECB disability cricket domestic competitions, a player must be able to evidence a hearing loss of 26Db or above in their better ear. The evidence should take the form of a recognised audiogram with its supportive documentation.  For more information, please download the Hearing Impairment Guide

Neurodiverse

Recent changes in player classification means that if a players’ sole diagnosis is neurodiversity, it is unlikely the player will receive classification to play.  If a player has a diagnosis of neurodiversity but also has other significant needs or impairments such as those listed above, then the player may be eligible for classification.

Find out more

Club Life Feature

The club has enjoyed plenty of media coverage over previous years with the most recent being provided by BBC Somerset.

During the 2012 season Sky Sports chose Somerset Disabled Cricket Club as one of their Club Life Roadshow clubs. Being filmed for the day was a real thrill for the entire club and gave them the opportunity to show just what they can achieve.

Future training sessions

During the Winter we offer team training for members of Somerset Disabled CC to keep fresh and connected. Training will take place at the Cooper Associates County Ground on a Saturday morning. The team is also supported by Disability Champion Clubs, Ilminster and Uphill Castle, who offer training sessions troughout the season. To register your interest in attending these training sessions, please contact us by completing the online form below.

Day
Venue
Times
Team
Dates
Saturday
CA County Ground
9.30am – 11.30am
D40
31 Jan, 7, 14,21, 28 Feb, 7, 14, 21 March
Saturday
CA County Ground
 9.30am – 11.30am
Super 9
 31 Jan, 7, 14,21, 28 Feb, 7, 14, 21 March
Saturday
CA County Ground
12pm – 1.30pm
Dragons
 31 Jan, 7, 14,21, 28 Feb, 7, 14, 21 March
Saturday / Sunday
Ilminster CC
TBC
D40/Super 9
TBC
Saturday/Sunday
Uphill Castle CC
TBC
D40/Super 9
TBC

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