It has been decided by the ESMBA to go back to 4 teams in the ICC group stage.
Next season will see Hertfordshire take on their old rivals of Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire, with the addition of London to the group.
Last time Hertfordshire played London it was in the quarter finals of the ICC in 2014, which Hertfordshire narrowly won.
It has also been confirmed that the ICC Rinks competition will be continued this year and will be player on the weekend 11th/12th September.