 His best bowling came in the match against Oxford University in 1926 when he took 6 for 28 and 5 for 36.Richardson played for Bacup and Burnley Cricket Clubs in the Lancashire League in the 1930s.At his first match at Todmorden Cricket Club's ground Richardson was so overwhelmed by the scenery he stopped Todmorden player Fred Root in his bowling run up so he could admire the view.