The Chair reiterated the club’s long-term vision: to provide high-quality senior cricket for men and women, supported by a strong junior pathway and a welcoming, family-centred environment.

The 2025 season was highlighted as one of significant progress. Both the 1st XI and 2nd XI secured promotion, with many of the club’s homegrown junior players making major contributions. The women’s section continued to strengthen despite changes to the national domestic structure, regularly fielding one of the youngest squads in the region.

Financially, the club experienced its strongest year to date, benefitting from record bar revenue, increased personal donations, and major facility improvements — including the accessible ramp and redevelopment of outdoor social areas. The partnership with On Track Care was recognised as a key milestone in the club’s community engagement and contributed to Whitmore being named a Disability Champion Club.

The Chair emphasised that rebuilding the youngest junior age groups remains essential to the continued success of the senior section. Thanks were expressed to all volunteers, sponsors, coaches, players and committee members for their ongoing commitment throughout the year.

Treasurer’s Report (Summary)

The Treasurer presented the club’s financial position and the 2025 accounts.
The club generated a £7,352 operating surplus, or £20,822 before depreciation, with £28,142 reinvested into facility improvements. Bar income reached a record £60,000, generating a profit of £17,600.

A key concern was the continued decline in junior membership income — down over £4,000 in 2025 and £8,000 since 2022, representing a 47% fall. Senior membership revenue increased, but reversing the decline in junior numbers remains essential for long-term sustainability.

Expenditure increased by £8,200 across grounds, coaching, utilities, insurance and umpire costs. Some of these rises were offset by grant income, including disability access funding and an ECB outfield grant.

Trustees Report (Summary)

The Trustees Report reaffirmed the club’s objectives: to provide competitive senior cricket, foster a strong junior structure and maintain a family-friendly, inclusive club environment.

The report highlighted the success of both senior promotions, ongoing development across the women’s programme and the contribution of junior players throughout the season. The trustees acknowledged that rebuilding the under-8 and under-9 age groups is a priority for long-term stability.

The club completed several major facility improvements during 2025, including accessible access works, extended decking and ECB-supported outfield upgrades. The strengthened management structure and community partnership with On Track Care were noted as significant achievements.

Looking forward, the trustees outlined plans to install an accessible toilet, redesign the kitchen, and begin long-term improvements to the changing rooms and showers.

Captain’s Reports

Written reports were received from all senior and women’s captains and were noted by the meeting.

Elections for 2026

Officers & Officials

Most officer positions were successfully elected for the 2026 season.
The membership voted to remove the Deputy President position from the club’s officer structure.

Deferred Positions

The following roles could not be appointed on the night and will be elected at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM):

1st XI Vice-Captain
Sunday 2nd XI Captain
Sunday 2nd XI Vice-Captain

Senior Selection Committee

The Senior Selection Committee for the 2026 season was confirmed.

League-Mandated Selection Rule

The AGM reaffirmed the league regulation requiring teams to be selected strictly in order of playing strength, meaning:

The 1st XI must always consist of the strongest available players
The 2nd XI must comprise the next strongest
The 3rd XI must comprise the next strongest after that

The membership recorded unanimous agreement to follow this rule throughout the 2026 season.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee for 2026 was confirmed.

League Representatives

League Representatives for the 2026 season were confirmed.

Membership Subscriptions & Match Fees for 2026

Several options were presented and discussed by the membership. Following consideration, all membership categories and match fees for the 2026 season were agreed.

A full document detailing the structure will be circulated via Pitchero.

Any Other Business

General questions were taken from the floor. No further motions were raised.

Conclusion

The meeting closed with thanks to all members, players, volunteers and supporters for their commitment throughout the 2025 season.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
The following documents referenced during the AGM are available below in the Pitchero document section.

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Chairman’s Report 2025
Treasurer’s Report & 2025 Accounts
Trustees Annual Report 2025
1st XI Captain’s Report 2025
2nd XI Captain’s Report 2025
Women’s 1st XI Captain’s Report 2025
Women’s 2nd XI Team Report 2025
Women’s 3rd XI Team Report 2025
Junior Section / Junior Manager Season Report 2025
Membership Subscriptions & Match Fees 2026
Elected Club Officers & Officials 2026