{"product_id":"2026-spring-gbos-youth-intro-to-cricket","title":"2026 Spring: GBos Youth Intro to Cricket","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGBos Youth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIntro to Cricket (Ages 6-10+ yrs)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe program is an \u003cstrong\u003eengaging, inclusive and fun initiative\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for children aged 6-10+ years. Open to both boys and girls, this softball program offers a perfect introduction to the exciting world of cricket!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether your child is \u003cstrong\u003enew to cricket or already a budding fan\u003c\/strong\u003e, this program emphasizes active learning, confidence building, and lots of fun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis program is a \u003cstrong\u003efantastic\u003c\/strong\u003e way for children to stay active, make new friends, and develop their cricket skills in a supportive, fun, and inclusive environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1) Youth Participation Form\u003c\/strong\u003e required (see above, fill form \u0026amp; submit), then \u003cstrong\u003e(2) proceed to registration\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring\u003c\/strong\u003e program runs \u003cstrong\u003eMay 3 - June 14\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(no class on May 24)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-hour sessions every \u003cstrong\u003eSunday 1PM onwards\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix\u003c\/strong\u003e sessions of cricket training and an \u003cstrong\u003einvitation\u003c\/strong\u003e to watch a live T20 game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach new participant will receive a \u003cstrong\u003eGBos t-shirt, hat and cricket bat\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/HtFcBrwE69ownuZ6A\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLocation: Crumb Field, Lexington, MA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal First Experience: \u003c\/strong\u003eGreat introduction to cricket basics. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration: \u003c\/strong\u003e6 sessions over the spring, with an invitation to watch a local T20 game on June 20\/21. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFundamental Skills: \u003c\/strong\u003eIncluding batting, bowling, catching and throwing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGameplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rules will be introduced and nuances will be taught in a supportive environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParental info:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parents are not required to participate but must stay on premises. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft balls and plastic bats are used to ensure safety. We will provide everything they need to play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e: New registrations will receive a GBos shirt \u0026amp; hat along with a plastic bat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Will My Child Be Doing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1452\" class=\"\"\u003eChildren will learn key skills and values through fun, structured activities, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hitting a moving ball with proper technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowling\u003c\/strong\u003e: Introduction to overarm bowling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrowing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mastering both underarm and overarm mechanics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatching\u003c\/strong\u003e: Practicing with small and large balls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRunning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Engaging in lots of movement to develop agility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeamwork\u003c\/strong\u003e: Playing fun games with friends to build teamwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Calling, signaling and basic game etiquette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGameplay\u003c\/strong\u003e: Learning rules and match play fundamentals. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit of Cricket\u003c\/strong\u003e: Learning to respect others and play fairly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho's teaching?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur coaches have all played cricket at various levels, some even professionally, and we all have a keen grasp on the nuances and technicalities of the game. To learn more, check out the '\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/gboscricket.com\/pages\/about-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout Us\u003c\/a\u003e' section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParental Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents are not required to participate, but must remain on the premises during the session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll equipment is provided, including safe plastic bats and soft balls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms requiring more information (participant name, date of birth etc.) will be required to fill in above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefunds are available on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of GBos Cricket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo make-up sessions for absences or no-shows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/HtFcBrwE69ownuZ6A\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLocation: Crumb Field, Lexington, MA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/HtFcBrwE69ownuZ6A\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greater Boston Cricket Foundation","offers":[{"title":"Registration \u0026 Starter Pack (new youth)","offer_id":49504896942320,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Registration only (returning youth)","offer_id":49504921649392,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Private lessons (5-pack of 30 mins each)","offer_id":49703759347952,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/7147\/5184\/files\/2026_04_13SummerYouth_Softball.jpg?v=1775493830","url":"https:\/\/gboscricket.com\/products\/2026-spring-gbos-youth-intro-to-cricket","provider":"Greater Boston Cricket Foundation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}