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Frocester Claim U13 K.O. Cup, Stroud win U15 Cup

Frocester claimed the U13 K.O. Cup with a resounding win over a plucky Painswick side at Frampton. Alex Ireland (122) and Ben Tegg (72) were in imperious form and took advantage of the small Frampton boundaries to see Frocester amass 233-2 from their 20 overs. Painswick were always under pressure in reply and never really got going against tight bowling as Frocester claimed victory. A full report appears on our Youth K.O. Results page. In the U15 final played at Whitminster, Kieran Smith's unbeaten 49 saw Stroud to a 5 wicket victory over Cam. The SDCA would like to thank Whitminster and Frampton for providing superb wickets and facilities and Phil Biggs of Huntsmens for providing barbecues.

Pink Balls

The response we've so far had for the Pink balls we are using in junior cricket and for Evening Senior matches has been very positive. We do have more pink balls in stock at very reasonable prices. If you would like to purchase additional balls please contact admin@sdca-cricket.co.uk.

Cricket Club Grants

Did you know (or had you forgotten that...) the Lords Taverners scheme allows you to purchase (or FREE for Kwik Cricket kit) a bag of kit for Youngsters for just £25 EVERY YEAR. In addition we have some info on small grants opportunities and other Grant Aid. If interested contact admin@sdca-cricket.co.uk.

Changes to ECB Directives

THE ECB has recently made amendments to The Safe Hands list of documents - in particular there are changes to Fast Bowling Directives and Junior Cricketers playing in Open Age cricket - this will affect Under 13's who cannot now play in Open Age Cricket without written consent. You can view the new guidelines by visiting the ECB website and searching for 'Safe Hands'.

Scoresheets

We will no longer be supplying U11 or U13 scoresheets. However if you require them you can download them as word documents in zip format here

Youth Sponsorship

The league is still looking for a Youth sponsor, or a few smaller sponsors for both senior and junior cricket. If you are interested please contact admin@sdca-cricket.co.uk