Programmes - Cricket Wales

A sport for all

Cricket is a game that brings communities together, builds confidence and life-skills, and offers fun and activity in a safe, inclusive environment.

At Cricket Wales our vision is to give children and young people from all backgrounds the chance to get on the boundary, pick up a bat, bowl a ball and discover just how far the game can take them. Our programmes span the ages, from first fun experiences to social play and community hubs, and are built around a clear promise: welcome everyone, deliver high-quality sessions, and make cricket a positive part of young lives in Wales.

Cricket Groups

All Stars Cricket

Aimed at boys and girls aged 5-8, this eight-week programme introduces the fundamentals of cricket in a lively and inclusive format.

Participants will learn core skills like catching and throwing, hitting a moving ball, bowling with a straight arm, playing a basic game of cricket, working as a team and making friends. The programme is set up across Wales, and includes a personalised T-shirt, bag, bat and ball as part of the registration (as at 2025). Parents are also invited to play alongside their children, making it a fun hour each week for the family. This scheme is an ideal first step into cricket - especially for younger children who are new to the sport and want to enjoy active, social, skill-based play in a safe environment.

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Dynamos Cricket

Designed for 8-11 year-olds, Dynamos builds on the foundation laid in All Stars (though children new to cricket are fully welcome).

The format features eight sessions of 60-90 minutes over eight weeks and still emphasises fun, teamwork, safe and accredited delivery - while introducing more gameplay, a tailored app experience and personalised T-shirt. This scheme presents a great next step for kids who have had their introduction and want to stay active, develop their skills and feel part of a club-style environment without pressure. With registration made easy and sessions available across Wales, it’s a friendly, engaging way to keep young people in the game.

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Chance to Shine

This programme supports thousands of girls and boys across Wales to pick up a bat and ball and begin their love of cricket.

Delivered in partnership with schools, it brings qualified coaches into the classroom and playground, and uses cricket as a platform not just for physical activity but for building key life-skills such as communication, leadership, respect and perseverance. It places a strong emphasis on inclusivity-particularly making sure that girls and under-represented groups are encouraged to play alongside boys, and that schools in areas of higher socio-economic need are reached. As part of the offer there’s also an extensive online resource portal where teachers (and anyone interested) can access lesson plans, instructional videos and session ideas - whether for indoors, outdoors, at home or at school-so the cricket and life-skills moments continue beyond the coach visit.

Wicketz

Wicketz is a year-round community cricket hub for young people aged 8-18 (with specific sessions often for the 8-14 range) living in deprived or under-represented communities.

Sessions are free, equipment is provided and they’re led by qualified coaches in hubs such as Llanrumney and Ely (with others planned). But cricket is only part of the story. Wicketz also uses sport as a platform to address social issues, build life-skills, increase community awareness and promote positive choices. It’s about real-life impact as well as cricket - offering a place where young people can belong, learn and engage. This scheme is particularly suited to young people who may not have accessed traditional club cricket and are looking for a hub-based, meaningful, inclusive environment.

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Street Cricket

Street Cricket takes the game into the heart of local communities, offering free, fast-paced sessions in schools, sports halls and community spaces.

Aimed at young people who might not otherwise get to a traditional cricket club, it uses soft balls, simple rules and small-sided games to keep things fun, active and welcoming for all abilities. Everything is provided – equipment, coaching and a safe environment – so participants can just turn up, play with friends and build confidence. It’s a brilliant way to get moving, make new connections and discover that cricket can belong on your doorstep, not just on a village green.

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Super 1s

In partnership with the Lord’s Taverners we currently have three Super 1s hubs which provide community-based cricketing opportunities, both competitive and coaching, for young people with disabilities.

Here we use the power of cricket as a tool for change, increasing confidence, communication, leadership and independence in the participants. The hubs will also oversee other disability initiatives including Table Cricket, Champion clubs and the disability pathway which directly contribute to the disability strategy with the ECB / Lord’s Taverners. The venues are in Conwy, Newport and Haverfordwest.

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Disability Performance Cricket

Disability Performance Cricket is the next step on the pathway for players with disabilities who want to test themselves at a higher level.

Building on community and Super 9s experience, it offers structured training, dedicated coaching and competitive fixtures against strong opposition. The emphasis is on helping each player reach their potential – developing skills, game awareness and confidence in a supportive squad environment. It shows clearly that performance cricket is for everyone, providing an opportunity to represent Wales, be part of a tight-knit team and inspire others to see what’s possible in the game.

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