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Sunday Cricket Programme for Ages 6-16
Introduction to Hardball Cricket
Welcome to our exciting Sunday Cricket Programme, designed for young enthusiasts aged 6-16. Our programme introduces players to the fundamentals of hardball cricket, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience as they transition from softballs to hardballs. We then move onto more tactical and technical skills the older the children get. We prioritize building confidence and developing essential cricketing skills in a supportive environment.
Structured Age Groups and Training
Our programme is tailored to cater to different age groups and skill levels, ensuring that each participant receives the appropriate level of coaching and attention.
1. Year 5 and below: Fundamentals and Fun
• Introduction to Hardball Cricket: Basic handling and safety.
• Skill Development: Focus on batting, bowling, and fielding basics.
• Games and Drills: Fun, engaging activities to build a love for the game.
• Team Play: Understanding the basics of teamwork and sportsmanship.
2. Year 6-8 (Younger Hardball players) : Intermediate Skills and Techniques
• Advanced Handling: Proper technique for batting, bowling, and fielding with a hardball.
• Game Scenarios: Situational practice to improve decision-making.
• Physical Conditioning: Age-appropriate fitness and agility training.
• Match Play: Regular matches to apply skills in a game setting.
3. Year 9-11: Advanced Training and Competitive Play
• Technical Mastery: Refinement of advanced batting, bowling, and fielding techniques.
• Strategic Development: Understanding game tactics and strategies.
• Intensive Training Sessions: High-intensity drills and skill-specific coaching.
• Competitive Matches: Participation in competitive games to enhance match experience and performance.
Coaching and Facilities
Our programme is led by experienced and certified coaches who are passionate about nurturing young talent. We provide top-notch facilities, including well-maintained pitches, safety gear, and practice nets, ensuring that all participants have a safe and conducive environment to learn and play.
Enrolment and Schedule
The programme runs every Sunday, with sessions divided by age groups:
Dates: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Oct, 10th, 17th, 24th Nov, 1st, 8th, 15th Dec. Please note; no sessions during half term W/C 28th Oct
• Year 5 and below : 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
• Year 6-8: 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
• Year 9-11: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Join us for a fun-filled and educational cricketing journey that promises to build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love for the game. Enrol your child today and watch them grow into a confident and skilled cricketer!
Kit required - Active sports wear, Drink and hardball kit (Y6-11)
Please note all users must pay for parking on entry or exit (card, app, QR code - no cash).
If you are dropping your child off or picking up there is a 15-minute grace period before the charging period starts.
We are constantly looking for new ways to support as many groups as we can and are always open to suggestions. Of course this requires some help from our generous sponsors and commercial partners to get all of our activities up and running.
However every little helps and if you would like to a make donation you can start from £1.50 up to £20 below or alternatively you can make larger donations here
All donations received will be ringfenced for Community based acitvities.
A list of our current activities and their cost can be found here