Western Storm Women – English Domestic Cricket Team

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About the Team

Western Storm was a professional women’s cricket team representing the South West of England and Wales. Established in 2016, they competed in the Women’s Cricket Super League (WCSL) before transitioning to the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy and Charlotte Edwards Cup. The team was known for its strong regional representation, drawing players from Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Glamorgan, and for playing home matches across several grounds including Taunton and Bristol.

Owner: Cricket Wales

Captain: Sophie Luff

Assistant Coach: James Schofield

Home Venue: County Ground, Taunton

Coach: Trevor Griffin

Support Staffs

Rhys Gowman (Lead Physiotherapist)

Ian Fisher (Strength & Conditioning Coach)

Sophie Luff (Professional Cricketer)

Andy Payne (Performance Analyst)

Jonathon De Lyall (Team Operations Executive)

Lisa Pagett (Regional Director)

Detailed Bio

Founded in 2016 as part of the ECB’s initiative to elevate women’s domestic cricket, Western Storm quickly became a powerhouse in the Women’s Cricket Super League, winning titles in 2017 and 2019. Led by England captain Heather Knight and featuring international stars like Anya Shrubsole, Stafanie Taylor, and Smriti Mandhana, the team blended experience and talent. After the WCSL ended, Western Storm competed in England’s new domestic competitions until 2024, when the team was replaced by a professionalized Somerset side following structural reforms.

Players

Smriti Shriniwas Mandhana
Smriti Mandhana
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England

Founded: 2016

Achievements & Records

2 Titles in 2017 and 2019

Highest Team Total - 185/4

Highest Individual Score 106* by Rachel Priest

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