The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast

With Cambridgeshire CCC progressing to the last 16 of the Women’s T20 County Cup, Stephen Wallis welcomes back head coach Lee Smith—joined this time by bowler Laura Robinson—to reflect on their victories against Herefordshire and Northumberland, and to look ahead to a tough test against Tier 2 side Kent.

Also in the episode, Worcestershire Rapids captain Chloe Hill shares her perspective on the new T20 competition and, like all the guests, offers her thoughts on what it means for the continued development of women’s cricket in Cambridgeshire.

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The 2025 Women’s County T20 Cup begins on Bank Holiday Monday, May 5th, and in this cricket-focused episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis previews this new competition.

Main guest Lee Smith, Head Coach of Cambridgeshire Women, discusses his team’s preparations for their opening match against Herefordshire. Lee, along with Cambridgeshire players May Busher and Kelly Haynes, shares their excitement for the season ahead. Also joining the show are

This episode highlights the anticipation for a tournament that unites counties from all three tiers of the women’s game.

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To mark its 10th anniversary in 2025, Discover Newmarket — the official tourism service for Newmarket and the surrounding area — is offering five exclusive racing experiences like no other.

In this episode, CEO Tracey Harding joins Stephen Wallis to reveal how you can bid for these unforgettable days, featuring icons of the sport including Frankel, Sir Mark Prescott, Godolphin, and Tattersalls.

Find out more by listening to the episode or visiting www.discovernewmarket.co.uk

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After a long and successful career in the saddle, Grade 1 and Cheltenham Festival winning jockey Nick Scholfield has retired from race-riding.

In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Nick joins host Stephen Wallis to discuss why he decided the time was right to retire after his ride on Monbeg Genius in the 2025 Grand National at Aintree. Nick also talks about the fire that still burns within him and his exciting new chapter — training racehorses.

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In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis is joined by Vince van der Bijl, the former South African fast bowler who was named one of Wisden’s Cricketers of the Year in 1980, following a brilliant season with Middlesex that saw them crowned County Champions.

Although he never played Test cricket due to South Africa’s sporting isolation, Vince is celebrated as one of the game’s finest bowlers. He reflects on the 1980 season, bowling in English conditions, life at Lord’s, and the experience of playing under Mike Brearley in a Middlesex side full of international stars.

Off the field, Vince has made a lasting impact — having held senior roles with Cricket South Africa and the ICC earlier in this century, and now continuing to serve the game through MasiSports, the organisation he founded.

www.masisports.co.za

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In this latest episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis continues his “What Was It Like To…” series with a special look back at snooker’s Golden Age and is joined by former world number three, Neal Foulds.

With the World Professional Snooker Championship fast approaching, Neal reflects on a time when the sport’s biggest names Alex Higgins, Steve Davis, Jimmy White, Stephen Hendry and more were household names across the UK.

He shares his memories of the unforgettable 1985 Black Ball final, the player who won a match on one leg, and his own role in a novelty snooker record. Neal also gives us insight into life as a snooker commentator today and offers his prediction for this year’s Crucible champion.

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In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis is joined by rising star

Sophia Smale, the talented slow left-armer who’s made the move from the west to the east to join Essex.

Sophia shares her reasons for the switch, reflects on her time with Western Storm, and gives insight into her experiences in The Hundred with the Oval Invincibles. A fascinating look into the journey of a young cricketer determined to reach the top.

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Who are the greatest Grand National winners of all time? In this episode, author and former diplomat Oli Hein—whose 2024 book Immortals explores racing’s most legendary National Hunt horses—reveals the Grand National winners he believes stand above the rest.

Plus, we look at three unlucky losers—horses that, for various reasons, never managed to claim the most famous prize in National Hunt racing.

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Former leading jockey and now television broadcaster Tom Scudamore returns to The Paddock and The Pavilion to share the Scudamore family’s deep connection with the Grand National—a legacy that began in 1951.

From famous rides and training successes to the race’s enduring significance for the Scudamore name, Tom offers a fascinating insight into one of horse racing’s greatest dynasties.

He also discusses recent changes to the race, what it takes to win in today’s Grand National, and provides a tip for this year’s event at Aintree.

Tune in for an insider’s view of the world’s most famous steeplechase.

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As promised, Roland Butcher returns to The Paddock and the Pavilion to share the latest on the launch of his autobiography, Breaking Barriers: From Barbados to England and Back.

He reveals details about his 2025 book launches, events, and signings in the Caribbean, England, and the United States.

For more information about his UK book launch on May 14th, visit: www.cricketsociety.org.uk

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