Chance to Shine Street is bringing cricket to thousands of young people in inner-city areas. It uses the game to promote social cohesion and create opportunities in diverse communities affected by anti-social behaviour and youth crime.
We feel that every child, no matter where they live, should have the opportunity to enjoy cricket. Chance to Shine Street is a counter for a lack of clubs and green spaces in inner-city areas and aims to make cricket accessible to young people throughout the country.
At our free sessions, young people play a fast-paced version of tapeball cricket, using a tennis ball wrapped in electrical tape. Each innings lasts for 20 balls and games last for just 20 minutes. It needs very little cricket equipment and is ideal for inner-city venues.
There are currently three sessions in Nottingham City, for children aged 8-11 years in Forest Fields and Sneinton respectively, and for children aged 11-15 years in Forest Fields.
Want to get involved? For more information on your nearest session, contact Ian Dipaolo, 07980 927124 or email ian.dipaolo@nottsccc.co.uk
