Cricket East

Clubs will be opening their doors to welcome local players, families and volunteers as part of the ECB’s aim to engage one million kids over the Men’s Cricket World Cup.

These family days will work to help connect clubs and local communities and engage future players and fans, getting kids involved in the game and to help clubs showcase themselves.
Clubs also had the chance to apply for a grant of up to £1,000 aimed at helping them digitise their clubhouses through the installation of new broadband and Wi-Fi or to upgrade their catering facilities.

St Ives & Warboys Cricket Club are one of the thousands of clubs taking part. They celebrated in style on 2 June. The Club’s Chairman Martin said:

“What a fantastic Family Cricket Fun Day we had to celebrate the Cricket World Cup? It was great to see so many enjoying themselves and it had a great family feel.

“The day saw around 100 people attend and ran tombolas, cake and sweet stalls, BBQ, ice creams and a number of cricket competitions to keep people entertained and raise funds for new equipment purchases.

“In the fiercely contested parents versus children’s game, the parents came out victorious by just a few runs. Well done to the mums for getting involved this year too, their calmness under pressure was probably what made all the difference.

“Thanks to all the help from volunteers and those that attended the club raised just under £700 which will also be match funded by one of the club’s members’ employer, BGL Group.

“In addition, the club have made good use of the Cricket World Cup Grant of £1000 in the building of a new patio and seating area as it strives to run more social events and involve the wider community.”

Get in touch with your local club to find out more about what they have planned. Clubs – please let us know your plans and send us your photos!

Pictured: Lots going on at St Ives & Warboys Family Day