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  • ECB launches Dynamos Cricket to inspire kids aged 8-11

    The ECB has launched Dynamos Cricket, a new programme to inspire kids aged 8-11 to play cricket Dynamos Cricket is the latest launch by the governing body, building on the existing All Stars programme for 5-8-year-olds Two programmes in May and July will allow up to 35,000 more children to enjoy cricket this season Parents can find out more about Dynamos and sign-up at dynamoscricket.co.uk
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  • Eastbourne College to host 2020 ECB David English Bunbury Festival

    Eastbourne College will play host to the 2020 ECB David English Bunbury Festival between 2-7 August, bringing together the best U15 schoolboy cricketers from across England and Wales.
    The 34th edition of the famous festival heads to the Sussex coast, where squads from the North, Midlands, London & East and South & West will battle it out across 50-over and 20-over competitions.

  • Grassroots heroes recognised in New Year Honours

    Six grassroots cricketing heroes have received the British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours for their services and dedication to cricket.
    Former Glamorgan cricketer Mark Frost received the award for his work as Community and Development Manager for Glamorgan CCC and Cricket Wales. He has led numerous Cricket Wales projects including the Chance to Shine community programme and helped to intr

  • Volunteers honoured at NatWest OSCAs

    ​The annual NatWest Outstanding Service to Cricket Awards were staged at Lord’s on Monday to highlight the significant contribution volunteers have made to cricket across England and Wales over the past year.

  • ECB and Sky partner for The Participation Test during the third Specsavers Ashes Test

    For the second year in a row, England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is delighted to join forces with broadcast partner Sky, to theme the upcoming Specsavers Ashes Test at the Emerald Headingley, The Participation Test. 
    Throughout the third Specsavers Ashes Test, Sky will highlight ECB initiatives helping to make the game more accessible, and shine a light on diversity and inclusion within the

  • THOUSANDS OF FREE ‘HAVE-A-GO’ CRICKET SESSIONS UP FOR GRABS

    England’s ICC Men’s World Cup winning heroes are encouraging children aged five to eight to follow in their footsteps and experience playing cricket for the first time. To celebrate England’s historic victory, ECB is offering 10,000 free taster sessions of the All Stars Cricket programme that provides children with a memorable first experience in cricket.

  • Changes to Junior Formats of Cricket Set to Enhance Experience

    To ensure children have a great experience playing cricket, ECB has spent the last 3 years researching how to help boys and girls develop skills that will stay with them for life, alongside having fun while playing. This has led to new recommended Junior Formats intended to support children developing at their own pace, in games and activities best suited to their age and ability.

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