What is Wicketz?

Wicketz is a free cricket programme for young people aged 8-16, living in inner-city communities.

By establishing sustainable community cricket hubs, we provide year-round weekly cricket sessions in Barnstaple, Exeter and Plymouth with a focus on breaking down barriers, developing crucial life skills, creating stronger communities and enabling brighter futures for those taking part.

How does it work?

Our dedicated community team are responsible for the running of hubs across the county. We work closely with the young people who come along to the sessions, many of whom are from communities that traditionally have barriers to accessing cricket.

Sessions, which use a softball, currently take place at venues in Plymouth, Exeter and Barnstaple. Sessions are open to all levels of ability, and all equipment is provided.

How does it help young people? 

Through cricket, Wicketz aims to tackle local issues affecting young people and their communities. Alongside cricket coaching and games, the young people taking part have the chance to learn from role models, community leaders, local authorities and others.

Specially designed workshops also boost wellbeing, social education, community awareness, promote positive life choices and develop new life skills.

Volunteer Opportunities

Wicketz offers a range of opportunities for volunteers from coaching to administration. If people are able to help on a long-term basis, the Lord’s Taverners will help fund relevant training and qualifications such as coaching badges and IT courses. This will not only help to sustain the Wicketz hub but also offer future employment opportunities for the volunteers.

In addition to providing formal qualifications, Wicketz also provides informal support, mentoring and development opportunities for individuals who are able to commit time to the programme.

Contact

For more information about volunteering or to sign up to one of our Wicketz Hubs, please contact our Community Manager, Helena Simpson: 

helena.simpson@devoncricket.co.uk
07498 751414