AboutWellingboroughIndiansCricketClub
Established 1968 | Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Our Story
Wellingborough Indians Cricket Club was founded in 1968 by a group of cricket enthusiasts who started playing park cricket at Castle Fields. We became the first Indian team in Kettering & District Town League history, breaking barriers and paving the way for diverse representation in local cricket.
Over the decades, we've grown from those humble beginnings into one of Northamptonshire's most established community cricket clubs, with five competitive adult teams and a thriving youth section.
Today, WICC continues to embody the spirit of inclusive, community-focused cricket that our founders envisioned more than 50 years ago.
Key Milestones
Club founded at Castle Fields, Wellingborough
Won NCL Division 2 title, promoted to top tier
Partnership with Isham CC during COVID season
Celebrated 50 years of league cricket with Legends Day
3rd XI won Division 15 in debut season
NCL T20 Cup Champions
U11s won Higham & District Youth League Cup
Through the Years
A glimpse into our proud history spanning over five decades of cricket in Wellingborough.
Spotlight on Local Cricket
The Wellingborough Indians side competing in the FG Watts & Partners Kettering District League. Back row: Dhiren Patel, Nish Navsaria, Amit Patel, Waqas Elahi, Waseem Mughal, Satish Patel. Front row: Prashant Patel, Alpesh Patel, Biren Patel, Jignesh Patel, Purvesh Mistry.
Building for the Future
A squad photo showing the mix of experienced players and young talent that has always been at the heart of WICC. The presence of junior players alongside seniors reflects our commitment to youth development and creating a pathway from junior to senior cricket.
Seven-Wicket Hero
A match report featuring Anil Joshi's outstanding bowling performance of 7 wickets for 51 runs (22-3-51-7), helping Burton Latimer defeat Islip in local league cricket.
Our Mission
At WICC, we're driven by a clear mission to serve our community through cricket.
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Promote cricket at all levels – from complete beginners to competitive league players
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Develop young cricketers through structured, safeguarded programs that build skills and character
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Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, regardless of age, ability, background, or experience
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Strengthen our local community through sport, bringing together families from across Wellingborough and beyond
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Achieve competitive success while maintaining the spirit and values that define grassroots cricket
Our Values
Everything we do at WICC is guided by these core principles.
Inclusion
Everyone is welcome at WICC. We celebrate diversity and ensure no one is excluded from the game we love.
Community
We're more than a cricket club – we're a family. The bonds formed here last a lifetime.
Development
We're committed to helping every player improve, from their first session to their hundredth match.
Safeguarding
The welfare of our young players is paramount. We maintain the highest standards of child protection.
Fair Play
We play hard but fair, respecting opponents, officials, and the spirit of cricket.
Ambition
We aim to climb the leagues and grow sustainably while staying true to our grassroots values.
“WICC is more than just a cricket club. It is a platform for everyone. It is a family.”— Club Motto