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Gavin ColebournPerformance & Participation Manager Information and Booking details of current Courses are shown on the Home Page as well as highlighted below For more information: Michele Alder 01606-871200 The Cheshire Cricket Board Player Pathway is a unique development structure incorporating a comprehensive coaching programme for boys and girls, which aims to develop an interest in the game and allow all players to reach their full cricketing potentials. Cheshire's Elite Players ... 2017 Season Awards Cheshire Youth Cricket Officials ... U13 & U15 Club Cup Comps |
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Cheshire's Courses are led by professional ECB Level 3 coaches, with First Aid, Safeguarding Children and Enhanced DBS
certifcates. Sessions take place throughout the calendar year at cricket clubs and school sports halls, with
talented players invited to progress along the pathway to compete for places in the Cheshire Youth Cricket
representative teams.The Cheshire Pathway Programme comprises the following CoursesEaster CoursesTHERE WERE NO EASTER COURSES IN 2018Taking place in the School Easter holidays, these dynamic three-day 'Smashing Sixes' courses are aimed to capture the imagination of young cricketers (aged 8-13) and provide the perfect ‘warm-up’ for the outdoor season. The highlight is the Smashing Sixes World Cup, a multi-discipline team competition that runs across the three days, with prizes for the winning team and best performing individuals. The course also features a series of specialist skill sessions and an opportunity for players to experience some hard-ball nets, with expert delivery from our award-winning team of professional ECB Level 3 coaches. The dynamic format promises to be a huge hit with accomplished players and complete novices alike. Summer CoursesDATES, VENUES & BOOKING DETAILS**NEW FOR 2018** - This year Cheshire Cricket Board launches a new Summer Pathway, featuring three innovative courses designed to thrill cricketers of all ages and abilities. From our fun-filled Mini Stars mornings to the action-packed Super Strikers sessions, children will build skills and confidence as they progress along our unique pathway. For our more experienced cricketers, the 'invite only' Big Hitters camps will combine high quality coaching with the T20 Blast experience to provide an unforgettable week for all involved. With free giveaways, weekly prizes and our new proficiency award scheme, we've got your Summer holidays sorted. A comprehensive summer holiday programme, courses have been running since the early 1990s Fun weeks in a safe and friendly environment For boys and girls of all abilities Hosted by ECB Clubmark Accredited clubs Run by qualified ECB coaches all with enhanced DBS certificates and First Aid qualifications New players are given information on how to join local clubs Talented players are invited to progress onto the Advanced Level courses the following winter Summer Course T shirt, a hard or soft cricket ball and a goodies bag for each participant Autumn Courses (Sept-Oct)These 5 week courses take place at selected Indoor Coaching Centres across CheshireFor boys and girls aged 7-15 years of all abilities A combination of nets, games and group coaching based on improving player performance Some players will be invited to attend the Advanced Level Courses Advanced Level Courses (Nov-Jan)These 11 and 12 week INVITE ONLY courses offer players who have already achieved a high level of performance a chance to further enhance their skills in a safe, fun and challenging environmentA combination of nets, games, Long Term Athlete Development and group coaching based on improving player performance For boys and girls aged from under 10/11 upto 18 years Participants complete a Performance Diary on course and receive some written feedback from CCB coaches Previous Advanced Level players (and above) receive automatic invites to the course, but all 'new' players must be endorsed by a Cheshire Cricket Board Development and Coaching Officer District Level Courses (Jan-Apr)These 11/12 week INVITE ONLY courses are offered to selected participants at Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15 level.A combination of nets, games and innovative skill sessions based on improving player performance. Participants complete a Performance Diary, which is checked regularly by our ECB Level 3 coaches. At U11 Level the players also receive written feedback. Some players will be selected to represent the Under 13 and Under 15 Cheshire District sides (North, East, South and West) in the District Festival, which takes place during the Whit Bank holiday and later in the summer. At U13 level a minimum of 12 x school year 8 will be selected in each squad. At U15 level a minimum of 10 x school year 10 will be selected in each squad. Squads may comprise 15 or 16 players. At U11 level, following the conclusion of the course, some players will be invited to attend the Under 11 District Festival, which takes place during the Whit holiday. From this Festival, the U11 County and Development squads will be chosen. The Development Squad will comprise predominantly 10 year olds. Excellence Level Courses (Jan-Apr)These 12 week INVITE ONLY courses are offered to selected participants at Boys under 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 age groups and Girls Under 13, 15 and 17 age groups.A combination of nets, games and innovative skill sessions based on improving player performance. Participants complete a Performance Diary, which is checked regularly by our ECB Level 3 coaches. The Cheshire Youth Cricket representative age group sides will be selected from participants on these courses. High Performance EnvironmentCheshire's Elite PlayersSpecialist Sessions Players achieving representative status will be invited to attend Specialist coaching sessions led by ECB Level 3 coaches. Sessions in batting, pace bowling, spin bowling and wicket keeping are available. Sessions are designed to compliment the Excellence Level coaching programme, with players encouraged to add any additional coaching points to their Performance Diaries. Junior Academy The Cheshire Cricket Board Junior Academy brings together our most talented youngsters between the ages of 11 and 14. Players are nominated by their county age group coaches based on performances the previous season. The Academy acts as a feeder system for the Emerging Player Programme, although not all players are guaranteed to graduate to the next tier. Specialist Academy training sessions will take place at Tytherington High School on Wednesday evenings from January to April. Emerging Player Programme The Emerging Player Programme represents the top tier of the CCB Pathway. The EPP is designed to provide greater opportunities for young players from non-first class counties to achieve their full potential in the game. Selections for the EPP are based on performances at county level the previous season, in consultation with each county age group coach and manager. County Age Group Representative Team Selection and Complaints ProcedureSelection for Cheshire Youth Cricket's County Age Group Representative teams is carried out through the assessment of a varied 12-week coaching programme.Coaches use a Performance Matrix to make observations about each player's performances in relation to some of the attributes we look for in a county cricketer. Ultimately, selection will be down to the judgement of the individual age group Coach and Manager, with input from the other professional coaches who have been involved in the players' development. For further clarification or to make a complaint regarding selection, please contact Cheshire Cricket Board Performance Manager Gavin Colebourn |
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