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Installation of Two-Lane Enclosed Cricket Practice Nets, Codsall Cricket Club, West Midlands

to ECB specifications at Codsall Cricket Club.

The nets will serve 160+ members including comprehensive junior programs (All Stars, Dynamos, seven teams U8U15), three senior teams, and a dedicated girls' teams. Built with disabled access features, the facility will enable year-round coaching, support school
partnerships, and provide safe practice environment. This represents a significant upgrade, supporting the 125+ year heritage, while expanding community cricket initiatives and ECB-approved development programs serving all ages and abilities

The facility will benefit the local area and community as follows:
• Youth Development: Enhanced coaching facilities for the substantial junior membership and official ECB programs including All Stars Cricket (ages 5-8) and Dynamos Cricket (ages 8-11), enabling structured training and skill development programs year-round with ECB-qualified coaches.
• Educational Partnerships: Supporting schools including Codsall Community High School through school visits, cricket festivals, and PE programs, complemented by the established junior pathway programs.
• Community Inclusion: Disabled access features and all-ability cricket taster sessions promote participation across all demographics. The women's team development (including "The Fireballs" junior girls’ team) addresses traditional barriers and supports ECB diversity initiatives.
• Year-Round Access: Weather-protected facility maximizes usage throughout cricket season, supporting holiday coaching camps, community programs, and thriving Sunday friendly cricket offering.

EB Number

148702

Estimated Start

31/10/2025

Estimated Finish

30/10/2027

Postcode

WV8 1PL

Amount

£49,999.00

Object Type

Object D

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