Somerset Settle For Third After Hampshire Loss
Somerset had to settle for third place in County Championship Division One after losing out to Hampshire in a low-scoring final game of the season against Hampshire.
Vertu Motors and Somerset County Cricket Club
Vertu Motors is delighted to have teamed up with Somerset County Cricket Club as one of the newest additions to our sporting portfolio.
As we expand our car dealerships across the South West, we look forward to working with the club to support the local community through a range of initiatives.
About Somerset County Cricket Club
Like a number of clubs, the history of Somerset County Cricket Club dates back way beyond the official formation of the club in 1875, when it was decided that Somerset should have its own county club.
Although Somerset has never won the County Championship, the club has been home to some of the most famous names in the sport including the likes of Sir Viv Richards and Marcus Trescothick.
The club has enjoyed plenty of success away from the County Championship, including six wins in one day cup competitions and two victories in the hugely popular T20 Blast.
Somerset Cricket Foundation
The Somerset Cricket Foundation works to harness the power of cricket to help local communities and make a positive difference to all those it comes into contact with.
A small, but strong, team works to a plan linked to the English Cricket Board's Inspired Generations strategy with a focus on making the sport accessible to all - resulting in a wide range of teams currently being in action.
This includes teams in Women and Girls' Cricket, a County Disability Programme and both men's Over 50's and Over 60's team.
Our support is seen in the way we became the first ever shirt sponsor for the Somerset Women's Team.
Trophies
6
One Day Cups
1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 2001, 2019
1
National League
1979
1
Twenty20 Cup
2005
1
T20 Blast
2023
Growing the Group
Vertu Motors acquired 28 sites from Helston Garages Group in late 2022, as part of the Group's ongoing strategy to grow and expand.
It's not just acquisitions that help us to grow our brand, it's also partnerships, and teaming up with Somerset County Cricket Club allows both sides to develop through various activities and events.
This involves branding on the club's County Championship and One-Day Cup shirts. We will also become a One-Day Cup Big Screen Boundary Partner and T20 Live Stream Partner. It all helps us to connect with our customers in the South West through the excitement of the sport.
"I am delighted to add Somerset County Cricket Club to our portfolio of sports partnerships for our Vertu Motors brand.
"The Group now has a major presence across the South West since we acquired the Helston Garages Group dealerships, and this is a fantastic way of establishing our brand, whilst also supporting a well-loved local institution and the communities around it.
"Somerset County Cricket Club has been home to some of the sport's greatest players, including Lord Ian Botham, Sir Viv Richards, Marcus Trescothick and 'Big Bird' Joel Garner. This is an excellent Club, to which we're all proud to be associated with; I am very much excited for the upcoming season and to be involved with the Club in all forms of the game."
Robert Forrester
Chief Executive of Vertu Motors
"We are absolutely delighted to be partnering with Vertu Motors for the 2023 season.
"As part of one of the largest automotive retailer groups in the UK, it is highly established with an excellent reputation for customer service. And with a renewed focus on the South West, it is the perfect partner for Somerset County Cricket Club.
"As part of our partnership, Vertu Motors will be utilising all our channels to bring their brand to life and to enhance our fans' experience. Vertu Motors is a very welcome addition to the Somerset Family."
Caroline Herbert
Commercial Director at Somerset Cricket Club
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