Hampshire Cricket Board celebrates 250 volunteers at the Cricket Collective Event, with a record 236 nominations across 15 categories at Utilita Bowl.
Hampshire Cricket Board (HCB) is responsible for growing the recreational game in the county. We aim to inspire girls and boys to play cricket through the delivery of school, club and community-based programmes.
The purpose of the role is to help drive the growth and accessibility of junior cricket in Hampshire and will involve managing all junior competitions in the county (summer and winter).
We are pleased to announce an upcoming Grounds Management Association (GMA) training session, focusing on Safe Working Practice: Machinery Maintenance & Operation. This comprehensive training is designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge to ensure the safe handling and maintenance of equipment, contributing to efficient and smooth day-to-day operations.
The Lords Taverners Super 1s Programme is back this October, offering young people aged 12-25 with disabilities the chance to play competitive cricket, build confidence, and develop independence. Hosted by Hampshire Cricket Board, the programme provides free coaching and opportunities to compete in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Hampshire Cricket Board is delighted to invite all those involved in preparing pitches this season to the Groundies ‘Trip to the Middle’ Day. This exciting event, designed to offer insights and networking opportunities for groundstaff, promises to be both informative and enjoyable.
At the end of the summer holidays, through the Hampshire Cricket Board, the Portsmouth ‘Street’ programme hosted two competitions for both U12 and U16 age groups at Portsmouth and Southsea Cricket Club. The competitions showcased and celebrated the recent success and growth of ‘Street’ in Portsmouth across 4 weekly, free ‘Street Club’ sessions.
Two weeks ago, the Hampshire Cricket Board held its annual community cricket festival, 'Hawks Fest,' a celebration of the county's thriving 'Urban' cricket programmes. The event, which took place in Southampton, brought together 120 young people aged 7-19 from across Southampton, Portsmouth, and Basingstoke.
