# Lord's pioneers reunite 50 years after first women's game, recall makeshift facilities

Pioneers of women's cricket at Lord's reunited to mark the 50th anniversary of the first women's match at the venue, remembering the lack of proper facilities, including using plant pots as urinals. The gathering highlights the progress and ongoing challenges for women in sports.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jul/08/plant-pots-in-the-urinals-lords-pioneers-reunite-and-reflect-50-years-after-first-womens-game) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:24:25 GMT