Have you signed up for Walking cricket yet? The first session of this exciting new offering is on Thursday April 24 and it's not too late to join the many who have registered an interest.
Weekly sessions will offer a relaxed way back into the sport or a sociable introduction to it, for men and women aged over 50!
BSCC will join a handful of clubs across Devon to offer this low-impact version of traditional cricket designed to accommodate players of all ages and abilities, especially older adults or those with reduced mobility.
Walking cricket sessions, open to both men and women, will take place from 10.30am until midday at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club on Thursdays and true to its name, running is not required - players walk to score runs and move around and everybody gets the opportunity to bat, bowl and field in cricket positions.
The sessions will cost £4 (£3 for members) on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Once a team has been established there will be the option for matches against other clubs for those wishing to play competitively.
Roy Norton BSCC one of the BSCC walking cricket co-ordinators said: “We have seen increased participation in Junior and Ladies sections, so why not those of us who are getting on a bit?! Whether it's getting back into the game you love or having your first chance to play cricket it's going to be fun. Come along and give it a try.
"We look forward to seeing everyone for our first session. We have had guidance from the ECB on how to organise our sessions. But, it’s up to us all to decide the best format for us - let’s have some fun and find out what works best for us at Budleigh!"
To register for the first session or for more information contact Roy on 07944492375 roynortonbscc@gmail.com or Norm on 07824690535.