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'25 Summer: GBos Youth Intro to Cricket

'25 Summer: GBos Youth Intro to Cricket

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GBos Youth Cricket: Participant Details

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GBos Youth

Intro to Cricket (Ages 6-10 yrs)

The program is an engaging, inclusive and fun initiative 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!

 

  • Whether your child is new to cricket or already a budding fan, this program emphasizes active learning, confidence building, and lots of fun.
  • This program is a fantastic way for children to stay active, make new friends, and develop their cricket skills in a supportive, fun, and inclusive environment.
  • (1) Youth Participation Form required (see above, fill form & submit), then (2) proceed to registration
  • Girls play free! Please get in touch (gboscricket@gmail.com)

 

Highlights

  • Ideal First Experience: Great introduction to cricket basics. 
  • Duration: Nine 2-hour sessions over the summer. 
  • Fundamental Skills: Including batting, bowling, catching and throwing.
  • Gameplay: Rules will be introduced and nuances will be taught in a supportive environment.
  • Parental info: Parents are not required to participate but must stay on premises. 
  • Equipment: Soft balls and plastic bats are used to ensure safety. We will provide everything they need to play.

 

 

Details

  • Summer program runs June 22 - Aug 24
  • Sessions every Sunday 10AM - Noon (no class on July 6)
  • Nine sessions of cricket training 
  • Each participant will receive a GBos cricket bat, t-shirt and hat
  • Location: Crumb Field, Lexington, MA

 

What Will My Child Be Doing?

Children will learn key skills and values through fun, structured activities, including:

  • Batting: Hitting a moving ball with proper technique.
  • Bowling: Introduction to overarm bowling.
  • Throwing: Mastering both underarm and overarm mechanics.
  • Catching: Practicing with small and large balls.
  • Running: Engaging in lots of movement to develop agility.
  • Teamwork: Playing fun games with friends to build teamwork.
  • Communication: Calling, signaling and basic game etiquette.
  • Gameplay: Learning rules and match play fundamentals. 
  • Spirit of Cricket: Learning to respect others and play fairly.

 

Who's teaching?

Our 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 'About Us' section.

 

Parental Info

  • Parents are not required to participate, but must remain on the premises during the session.
  • All equipment is provided, including safe plastic bats and soft balls.
  • Forms requiring more information (participant name, date of birth etc.) will be required to fill in above.

 

Important Notes

  • Refunds are available on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of GBos Cricket.
  • No make-up sessions for absences or no-shows.

 

Location: Crumb Field, Lexington, MA
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