Yvonne Tweddle highlights women's roles in cricket at Edgbaston
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 8:09 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Yvonne Tweddle, a groundskeeper for Kings Bromley Cricket Club, aims to inspire women in cricket through her work. The England and Wales Cricket Board launched an initiative recognizing the contributions of women since 1973, unveiling 53 purple seats at Edgbaston ahead of the T20 Women's World Cup. Tweddle's involvement demonstrates various opportunities in the sport, from playing to coaching and groundskeeping. The ECB noted a 75% increase in women and girls' fixtures in Warwickshire, emphasizing a push for greater inclusivity in cricket. The campaign seeks to challenge perceptions and make the sport more accessible for women and girls.
- •Yvonne Tweddle recognized for her contributions to cricket.
- •53 purple seats unveiled at Edgbaston for T20 Women's World Cup.
- •ECB campaign focuses on expanding women's roles in cricket.
- •Significant growth in women and girls' cricket in Warwickshire.
- •Tweddle hopes her role encourages others to participate.
- 8:09 AMYahoo Sports — Women's cricket campaign highlights groundskeeper
"Kings Bromley's Yvonne Tweddle says she hopes her role inspires more women into the sport.
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