North East Warriors is the women's representative

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team for the English historic counties of County Durham and Northumberland. They play their home matches at grounds across the two counties, including Stocksfield Cricket Club Ground,

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and Manor Road, Willington. They are captained by Laura Ellison. The team was formed ahead of the 2020 season, with

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and

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deciding to merge at both youth and senior levels in order to provide a "united high performance pathway" for the region. Due to the

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, they did not take part in any formal competitions in 2020, only playing friendlies, but went on to compete in the Women's Twenty20 Cup from 2021 onwards. They have also contributed players to the North Representative XI, and they are partnered with the regional team Northern Diamonds.

Players

Current squad

Based on appearances in the 2023 season. denotes players with international caps.

Seasons

Women's Twenty20 Cup

References

{{Women's County Cricket in England Cricket in County Durham Cricket in Northumberland Women's cricket teams in England 2020 establishments in England Cricket clubs established in 2020

Players

Current squad

Seasons

Women's Twenty20 Cup

See also

References