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MRRCC in the News

Here are some news stories involving Mersey Rose Recreationals CC from our local (and sometimes national) news media. Opinions expressed within these articles are not necessarily those of the club.

Mersey Sport Live

Merseyside LGBTQ+ cricket club chairman vows 'the bullies will never play for us'

Journalist Connor Lease chats to Mersey Rose Recs CC chairman Joe Crossley, who discusses his inclusive approach to cricket and explains how his new club is prioritising community over competitiveness.

Merseyside Cricket Online

Mersey Rose Recs CC: ‘There are people out there who can be playing cricket if clubs cater for their needs… that’s what we’re about’

Award-winning cricket journalist Tom Evans asks why there is a need for an inclusive club in Merseyside.

Mersey Sport Live

Mersey Rose CC co-founder talks about homophobic and transphobic abuse

Hardball captain Andi Page discusses homophobia and transphobia.

Pink News

LGBTQ+-friendly sports club launched in Merseyside to promote ‘sense of belonging’

Pink News's Ali Condon explores what makes Mersey Rose Recreationals different to other cricket clubs.

St Helens Star

First Grants Awarded From LCR Pride Foundation Community Fund | St Helens Star

The St Helens Star confirms the ward of a grant from the LCR Pride Foundation.

Liverpool Echo

Merseyside's newest LGBTQ+ team 'created to meet the diverse needs' of the region

Liverpool Echo LGBTQ+ reporter Paul McAuley takes a look a new inclusive cricket team.

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MyGwork

LGBTQ+-friendly sports club launched in Merseyside to promote “sense of belonging”

The LGBTQ+ employees network reports on our club's value, ethos and vision.

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