Rising Star Ambassadors

Lexi

An all-rounder playing for Horsham and representing West Sussex.

Lexi shone at the Sussex U13 festival, finishing as top wicket-taker for her club, and is now developing her game on the Sussex Pathway. She plays with energy and ambition, eager to keep growing as both a cricketer and a leader.

She became a Maiden ambassador to challenge the idea that cricket is only for boys. For Lexi, the game is fun, inclusive, and empowering, especially when the kit makes you feel strong and seen, and she is proud to help spread that message.

Lilly-May

An all-rounder playing for Porthill Park Cricket Club and representing Staffordshire.

Lilly-May is a proud county cricketer who captains her U15s team while continuing to grow her own game. She leads with confidence and ambition, with her sights firmly set on playing professionally and making her mark at the highest level.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she wants the women’s game to be as big and respected as the men’s. Lilly-May also coaches younger girls at her club, knowing how much visibility and representation matter, and she is proud to use Maiden as the platform to lead that change.

Ella

An all-rounder playing for Oxford Cricket Club and representing Oxfordshire.

Ella’s standout moment came when she played against the Italian Women’s First Team with her club, an experience that fuelled her ambition to keep pushing her game forward. With a strong bowling arm and growing batting power, she is committed to improving her skills while also mentoring the next generation of girls.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she believes girls’ cricket is just as important as the men’s game and wants the world to see it that way too. Through her school, coaching, and social media, Ella is spreading that message with pride and helping to grow the game for everyone.

Maisie

A bowler playing for Stockport Georgians and representing Cheshire.

Maisie has already shown her potential with figures of 3 for 4 for Cheshire and selection for the England Foundation’s tapeball tournament after standout MCC Hub performances. Her rise has been fast and exciting, and she is determined to keep building on that momentum.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she wants to pass on the same inspiration she felt watching The Hundred. Maisie is launching a primary school cricket club to get girls playing, and through Maiden she is proud to show the next generation that cricket is theirs to enjoy.

Matilda

A batter and all-rounder playing for Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club and representing South Yorkshire.

Matilda has already made her mark with a powerful 87 off 54 balls for Yorkshire U15s, a performance that underlined her intent and ambition. She is chasing a place in the Yorkshire Academy and is working tirelessly to reach the level of consistency needed to play for England.

She became a Maiden ambassador to lead by example, helping girls feel seen, strong, and unstoppable, just as she does every time she steps on the field. For Matilda, Maiden’s message is her own, and she is proud to carry it forward.

Claudia

A leg-spin bowler and middle-order batter playing for Old Bristolians Westbury CC and representing Somerset.

Claudia has already collected an impressive list of honours, including County League and Cup wins, Somerset and Gloucestershire 100 titles, and recognition as an elite player. With flair and creativity in her bowling, she brings energy and excitement to every match.

She became a Maiden ambassador, like her sister, to help change the game. Claudia wants to bring Maiden’s mission into her club and show that girls’ cricket deserves attention, investment, and the right kit to support every player.

Agatha

A pace bowler and top-order batter playing for Old Bristolians Westbury CC and representing Somerset.

Agatha joined the Somerset Pathway at a young age and has since gone on to win multiple county and club trophies. She combines power and precision with bat and ball, showing the potential to keep rising through the game.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she wants to raise visibility for girls’ cricket and support a brand that truly sees them. With more than 70 girls at her club, Agatha is proud to bring Maiden into that community and help strengthen the future of the women’s game.

Maisie

An all-rounder playing for Linton Park CC and representing Kent.

Maisie has already earned selection for the Kent U11 squad after only a short time in the game. Bright, ambitious, and full of energy, she is determined to keep progressing and embrace every challenge cricket brings.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she loves the fitted shirts and the fresh message the brand represents. For Maisie, it is about raising the profile of girls’ cricket, helping the game grow, and wearing the Maiden badge with pride.

Olivia

A wicketkeeper and batter playing for Droitwich Spa Cricket Club and representing the West Midlands.

Olivia plays county cricket, has set up a girls’ team at a school that didn’t even have boys’ cricket, and once kept wicket to Jimmy Anderson on stage. Fierce, fun, and full of energy, she is determined to use her love of the game to inspire others.

She became a Maiden ambassador to share her passion and help more girls feel confident stepping into hardball cricket. Coaching alongside her family this summer, Olivia is proud to spread the love for the game and show just how much cricket has to offer.

Sophia

A pace bowler playing for York Cobras and representing West Yorkshire.

Sophia is training with the academy at YCCC and already has her sights set on the England squad. She bowls with pace and focus, always pushing herself to rise to the next challenge and test her potential against the very best.

She became a Maiden ambassador to prove that cricket is for everyone, no matter their background or starting point. Sophia is passionate about inclusivity and is proud to support a brand that makes girls feel like they truly belong in the game.

Lexi

A bowler who has played for Stirlands and Sussex, representing West Sussex.

Lexi is already making her mark, training with her school’s first team and scoring a rapid fifty in just 14 overs. She combines ambition with talent and has the drive to keep pushing her game to the next level.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she wants to be part of a brand that values women’s cricket. For Lexi, it is about building visibility, representation, and excitement for the next generation of players, especially at school level where the foundations are built.

Avni

A bowler playing for Knowle and Dorridge and representing Warwickshire.

Avni has already shown her determination with a hat trick to her name and by captaining her club side. She plays with ambition and focus, always looking to challenge herself and push towards the highest level she can reach.

She became a Maiden ambassador to give back to a game that has given her so much. Avni believes in raising standards, growing visibility, and proving that even the smallest changes, like kit that truly fits, can make the biggest difference in shaping the future of women’s cricket.

Emily

A pace bowler playing for Knowle and Dorridge and representing Warwickshire.

Emily has already shown her leadership on and off the field, captaining her U15 girls’ side to the indoor final at Lord’s, leading U17s and first teams at school, and winning a national T20 plate. She has earned county call-ups across multiple age groups and plays with determination, pride, and a deep love for the game.

She became a Maiden ambassador because she remembers what it felt like to be left out, without kit, changing rooms, or support. Emily is committed to changing that story for the next generation, building the inclusive cricket community she never had and using Maiden as the platform to help make it happen.

Nirujah

A batter and spin bowler playing for Dorridge Cricket Club and representing Warwickshire.

Nirujah is proud of her unbeaten 47, not just for the runs but for what it represents, progress, belief, and the joy of playing the game. She is determined to help cricket gain the recognition it deserves and to encourage more girls to discover the sport she loves.

She became a Maiden ambassador to help shift perceptions and boost engagement in girls’ cricket. For Nirujah, Maiden is a platform to show how powerful the game can be and to play her part in opening it up to more players everywhere.

Club: Sutton in craven Cricket Club

County / State / Province: North Yorkshire

Location: North Yorkshire

Number Of Years Playing Cricket: 7

Team position/Preferred position: Bowling

Cricket Journey: Eva Kitching’s proudest moment wasn’t a stat — it was building a team. After seven years in the game, her biggest achievement was helping recruit enough players to form a girls’ team. She’s a bowler with heart and vision, playing for fun, friendship, and the future of the sport.

Why Maiden: Eva became a Maiden ambassador to show just how powerful one girl’s enthusiasm can be. She’s passionate about making cricket feel welcoming, inclusive, and exciting for others — and believes Maiden is doing exactly that, by giving girls visibility, comfort, and pride in the way they play.