Street Cricket in Sunderland
Street Cricket in Sunderland
Our Chance to Shine Street Cricket project provides easy to access, free opportunities in under-served areas to get involved in the game.
We run three projects weekly – in Sunderland, in South Shields and in Darlington (supported by Durham Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office).
Street Cricket in Sunderland
Aiming to break down conventional barriers to the sport by bringing cricket directly to the community, the project has seen fantastic success in the five years it has been running.
The initiative is delivered in partnership with Young Asian Voices, an all-inclusive and multicultural youth and community charity based at the heard of Sunderland, ensuring opportunities are driven by an organisation deeply connected to the city’s community.
Durham Cricket and YAV work together to provide an all-round pathway for those involved in the project – from promoting the game in schools to spotting talent through a performance process, feeding into Durham Cricket’s wider pathway structure.
The project reaches hundreds of children every week, promote social cohesion and ensuring accessibility to the sport for everyone, regardless of ability or background.
Street Cricket in South Shields
Our project in South Shields takes place in Marine Park School. It’s open to participants aged 8-15 and is completely free to attend.
Date: Every Friday
Time: 15:30-16:30
Venue: Marine Park School, Woodbine Estate, Hatfield Square, South Shields, NE33 2RD
Street Cricket in Darlington
Our newest project takes place in the Dolphin Centre every Friday. Snacks and drinks for participants are provided at the session, courtesy of Durham Police and Crime Commissioner’s Office. The sessions are open to participants aged 8-15 and are completely free to attend.
Date: Every Friday
Time: 16:00-17:30
Venue: Dolphin Centre, Horse Market, Darlington DL1 5RP
To get involved, email Shahzana Aslam (shahzana.aslam@durhamcricket.co.uk) or register below: