Michael Ellison

Michael Joseph Ellison (1 June 1817 – 12 July 1898) was an English first-class cricketer active 1846–55 who played for Sheffield and Nottinghamshire. He became a key figure in the foundation and development of Yorkshire County Cricket Club from 1863. He was the club's first Treasurer and soon afterwards became its President. Ellison was born in Worksop and died, aged 81, in Sheffield. Ellison played in 16 important matches as a right-handed batsman. He was judged a "useful" player only, scoring 195 runs in his 28 innings, averaging 6.96. He held one catch as a fielder and was an occasional bowler who took one wicket in 30 overs. Ellison's significance came after he stopped playing and undertook administrative responsibilities at Sheffield Cricket Club. In 1863, he played a major role in the foundation of Yorkshire County Cricket Club. Officially, the first Club President was former Sheff...