Juniors cricket returns Monday 15th June!
We’re back!
In line with the latest UK Government and ECB guidance, Acton C.C. is delighted to announce the return of Juniors cricket in 2020 from Monday 15th June. We will continue to respect the ECB and UK Government’s guidance and are delighted to be able to again offer sunny evenings of junior cricket.
Rest assured that the safety of all our juniors, coaches and parents will be paramount as we return to playing cricket. We ask that everyone refreshes themselves on the latest ECB guidance (as of 5th June, found HERE and also pasted at the bottom of this notice).
On Monday evenings from 6pm to 7.30pm for the remainder of the summer we will be hosting training for 6 to 9 year olds, using a soft ball and playing in groups of no more than six on the astro turf or outfield.
On Tuesday evenings from 6pm to 7.30pm for the remainder of the summer, we will be hosting training for 10 year olds upwards using a hardball. These sessions will take place in the nets and on the astro turf or outfield.
Availability is limited and reserved for paid-up members..
Juniors subs are £120 for the season (payment with Child's name as reference to: sort number 40-13-10, account number 82069415) Please also fill in the membership form (downloaded HERE) and bring along on to your child’s first training session.
Book your child’s place through the booking form on the Contact Us page of the website
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Follow us on instagram (@actoncricketclub), twitter (@ActonCC and @ActonCC_Juniors) for updates
We also recommend that you join our parents and coaches Whatsapp group - please speak to a coach for details
Read the ECB’s latest guidance, dated 5th June 2020:
Consistent with UK Government guidance, published on 1 June 2020 relating to the phased return of outdoor sport and recreation in England, the following applies to outdoor cricket:
For all activity, social distancing of at least two metres must be maintained at all times (except between members of the same household).
Playing cricket individually is permitted e.g. practice of individual cricket skills or fitness activities.
Playing cricket with people living in your household is permitted.
Small group cricket activity, training or fitness in groups of no more than six (6), is permitted, keeping two (2) metres apart at all times.
Cricket coaches, can now undertake small group sessions of up to six (6) people including the coach (1:5) and they must comply with ECB safeguarding policies (as well as being able to conduct one-to-one coaching).
Nets should be used on an ‘every other’ basis, leaving one net free between nets. Note that for nets within a security fence, occupancy numbers could be limited by social distancing requirements.
It is permissible for two or more groups of six (6) to train at the same time provided they are kept separate, and social distancing and strict hygiene measures are observed. However, clubs should carry out a risk assessment to determine the maximum capacity for their facility that can be achieved safely whilst maintaining social distancing and not exceeding the current limits on training group size.
Clubhouses can be reopened in a limited way for operational reasons (e.g. for access to first aid equipment) or for toilet access (see below) but all communal areas including bar, changing rooms etc. are to remain closed for general use.
Toilet facilities can be opened if the venue wishes, but particular care should be taken by those using them and those cleaning them. Where they are open, venues must ensure soap and water is provided and they are cleaned regularly.
No indoor cricket activity at all.
We recommend using your own equipment if possible. If equipment is being shared, please follow UK Government’s guidance on the sharing of equipment. Players should stick to using one ball in training either by bringing their own or being assigned a numbered ball that is cleaned in between sessions.
No saliva or sweat should be applied to the ball at any time.
Wash hands at home before and after using the outdoor facilities. Bring your own hand sanitiser where possible.