Royal Wootton Bassett Cricket Club has been promoted to the top tier of league cricket for the first time.
The club has been crowned champions of the West of England Premier League Division Two, earning them a place in Premier One for next season—the highest tier they have reached in their 172-year history.
Jack Twine, first-team captain, said: "It’s difficult to put into words just how much this means to everyone involved with the club.
"To win the league and take Royal Wootton Bassett into Premier One for the first time in our history is incredibly special.
"We knew we had a good group of players, but to lose only one game throughout the whole season shows the consistency we’ve had.
"Different players have stepped up at different times and it has been a genuine team effort."
The club’s success follows years of development both on and off the field, with a strong focus on youth.
Mr Twine said: "This isn’t just about the first team.
"We have some really talented youngsters coming through the club and hopefully seeing the first XI playing Premier One cricket gives them something to aim for.
"The growth of our women and girls section has also been fantastic.
"There is a lot happening throughout the club and it’s an exciting time to be involved."
The captain also credited the volunteers who contribute behind the scenes.
He said: "Although it’s the players who go out there on a Saturday, an achievement like this belongs to the whole club.
"There are so many people behind the scenes who give up their time and we couldn’t do it without them."
Club chairman Neil Twine described the promotion as a 'landmark moment' for Royal Wootton Bassett Cricket Club.
Mr Twine said: "This is an incredibly proud moment for Royal Wootton Bassett Cricket Club.
"To see our first team become champions and reach Premier One for the first time in the club’s 172-year history is a tremendous achievement.
"It hasn’t happened in isolation.
"We have worked extremely hard over a number of years to develop the club as a whole.
"We want Royal Wootton Bassett to be a club where there is a pathway and an opportunity for everyone to play cricket."
He also thanked the volunteers, sponsors, and community members who have supported the club’s journey.
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