Artificial cricket pitches have come a long way since the cricket matting of my school days where the worn carpet in the nets was more for decorative purposes. Now, cricket clubs and schools are able to enjoy reliable bounce on surfaces that seam and spin, thanks to the latest generation of roll-out, non-turf cricket pitches. […]
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Schools cricket in Yorkshire: What’s the latest?
Since schools went back on 8 March, the challenge of getting as many kids as possible playing cricket in Yorkshire has been a primary focus. As administrators of the grassroots game in the county, the staff at the Yorkshire Cricket Board (YCB) are the ones planning and implementing that vision, in the context of Covid. […]
What does Yorkshire Cricket Board affiliation offer?
The Yorkshire’s Cricket Board (YCB) has its affiliation package available for any cricket club to take advantage of. Here, we’ll look at what’s included, prices and why your cricket club will benefit. Before we get to the enormous amount you receive in terms of advice, funding and free tickets, it’s worth saying that over 95% […]
How Yorkshire’s cricket clubs can learn first aid
For cricket clubs in Yorkshire planning a new season, first aid courses are one of those things not to leave to the last minute. You hope you’ll never need to use it but it’s important to plan ahead. Cricket Yorkshire has teamed up with Direct Action Training to discuss their cricket first aid courses, how […]
SNAP Sponsorship Webinar: Helping clubs find sponsors
Cricket club sponsorship has never been so important for recreational cricket as the effects of Covid-19 are felt far and wide. Cricket Yorkshire has partnered with SNAP Sponsorship to showcase its online platform designed to connect cricket clubs and leagues with businesses. In this article, we’ll explain how clubs can take advantage, the benefits and […]
Flickit Cricket: Cricket board game with a new spin
If you like cricket board games then the story of how Flickit Cricket came to life during lockdown is a tale not to miss. As a self-employed cricket coach, Scott Moody was suddenly out of work in March when the country was kept indoors because of coronavirus. Confined to a flat in South-West London and […]