Rawdon, who helped to bring on Yorkshire trio Hedley Verity, Brian Close and Bryan Stott, are hoping to celebrate their 175th anniversary with a bang in 2010.

One of the oldest clubs in the Leeds and Bradford area, Rawdon plan to mark the milestone with a series of events, culminating in a sportsmans’ dinner on a date to be confirmed and a reunion of former players and committee over the weekend of July 10-11.

Former players, or anyone with past connections with the club, should contact club chairman Lawrence Walker on 07789-686612 or by e-mail to lawrencemw@hotmail.com.

Among memorabilia being sought are old photos and scorebooks. Items can be loaned.