A new ECB initiative designed to inspire the next generation of cricket players and fans has been launched.
Dynamos Cricket will encourage boys and girls aged 8-11 to have fun and fall in love with the game.
The programme is designed for children graduating from ECB’s All Stars Cricket programme for 5 to 8-year olds, but is suitable for those who are new to the game.
Up to 35,000 kids will take part in Dynamos Cricket in their local centres at one of two 6 to 12-week courses, either during the summer term or over the school holidays (alongside The Hundred).
Each week, participants will develop new cricketing skills including batting, bowling and fielding. They will have the chance to play a fast-paced game of 'countdown cricket' – a new format that mirrors The Hundred.
A Dynamos app and set of Topps Cricket Attax trading cards have been launched, as has a New Balance Dynamos shirt - a personalised version of which will be given to every child taking part.
“Cricket taught me how to win and lose gracefully, but just as importantly, it helped me to make friends and to learn how to cope with pressure," said England international Pat Brown, who also represents Worcestershire and Birmingham Phoeniz.
"These are great life skills and you’re never too young to learn them!”
The launch of Dynamos was attended by Brown, England quick James Anderson, Oval Invincibles spinner Laura Marsh, England Physical Disability cricketer Liam Thomas and Clare Stokes, wife of Ben.
“I’m always looking for new ways for my children to get active and having watched a session today, I know Layton and his friends will love it," said Clare.
"The fast and fun format makes it perfect for the kids of this age and parental involvement is encouraged so I got the chance to pick up a few skills too!”
Parents can find out more about Dynamos Cricket and sign their kids up to take part at dynamoscricket.co.uk - or for All Stars Cricket at allstarscricket.co.uk.
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