Advice from top coach, and an AGM reminder

Andy Stovold passes on some advice to members of Bredon Cricket Club's committee
Andy Stovold passes on some advice to members of Bredon Cricket Club’s committee

Top coach and former professional player Andy Stovold was invited to Bredon Cricket Club’s committee meeting this week.

He gave some fascinating insights into the future development of the grassroot game, and the challenges Bredon must meet if we are develop and thrive.

Andy made a considerable impact when he started working with junior members of the club mid-way through the season.

Some of his advice may influence thinking at the club’s annual meeting (AGM) in the clubhouse on Thursday, November 16.

It starts at 7.30pm and entails the election of the committee. All club members are invited, and they will be asked for their thoughts on the future direction of the club.

There will also be a chance to hear about progress made on and off the field during 2017.

All members, social and playing, are welcome.

Meanwhile, there was a players’ meeting at the club on Sunday, October 8.

Issues discussed included the future development of the club, league positions,  retention of the Third XI team, commitment of players throughout the season, appointment of coaches, a recruitment drive for new players, chairman of selectors, teams and captains for next season, and jobs for the winter.

 

 

 

Arrangements for junior cricket coaching this week (May 6)

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Back in action. Junior coaching in on as normal tomorrow (May 6)

Junior cricket coaching is being held at Hill Close as normal at 6.15pm tomorrow (Friday, May 6).

It coincides, however, with Bredon Rugby Club’s annual dinner, which a number of our coaches and several children are attending.

The session will go ahead, albeit with reduced numbers, and groups are likely to be merged depending on attendance and how many coaches/helpers are available.

Parents/carers are reminded that their children should not practise in the nets unless they are being supervised by a club coach or helper.

We’ll be back to normal next week!

Big turnout for first junior coaching session of 2016

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There was a big turnout for the first junior coaching of the 2016 season  

About 80 children turned up for the first junior coaching of the 2016 season at Bredon Cricket Club.

The session coincided with a chilly evening and a bank holiday weekend, but did not put off families eager to get involved with the game.

We meet again next Friday at 6.15pm, and hope to see everyone there again.

There are more details on our FAQ page, and you can download a registration form here.

Get ready for the new season at winter nets

Our indoor practices begin next month at Prince Henry’s High School, Evesham.

They will take place on Wednesday evenings throughout February and March, beginning on Wednesday, February 3, from 9pm.

Nets helps sharpen up everyone for the season; it’s also terrific fun. Please try to attend.

Ian Fenny is the organiser. Contact him using the form below.