How to Be the Best Cricket Player You Can Be

March 10, 2012 in Kids, Parents by Daniel Maddocks

You don’t have to look far to find an array of talent, whether it be at your school or local cricket club. Given a good coach any kid can be taught how to play cricket, but in order to reach your full potential you must have the right attitude.

Which cricket coach do I listen to?

March 9, 2012 in Kids, Parents by Darren Talbot

What happens when a county player goes off to play for the England Lions or full England team? Are they being coached? Yes. Not in the same way as we are when we are kids but they are getting advice and the odd “tweak” to their techniques.

Backing up – the forgotten element of batting

March 9, 2012 in Clubs & Coaches, Kids by Darren Talbot

As cricket coaches it is very easy to focus all of our attention on grip, stance, back swing, foot movements, range of shots, etc. but if the batter at the other end is half asleep, leaning on their bat and analysing cloud formations it’s not going to count for much unless you hit the boundary.

Is your child at the right cricket club?

February 29, 2012 in Parents by Darren Talbot

So how do I know if a club provides suitable cricket for kids?

Here in England we can find out if a club has a credible junior section by asking the following questions:

Why is Team Spirit Important for Kids in Cricket?

September 25, 2010 in Clubs & Coaches by Daniel Maddocks

Team spirit is essential in cricket and if it is developed early enough it will help kids when Stepping Up from Junior To Senior Cricket.

What are the Benefits of Good Team Spirit?……Read to find out.