Gloucestershire
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“The academy has nine players
in from age 15 to 19. They are good
players who have one eye on perhaps
making a living from the game.
Overall, I oversee boys performance
cricket. This is made up of twelve
district squads from U11 to U13s and
eleven age group teams from U10s
to U19s.”
Experience
“Being a former Gloucestershire
cricketer does help as there is a bit
of kudos being an ex-player. It is
important though that I remember
what it was like trying to make my
way in the game. We have some
skilful young players, however It
is the character and mindset of the
player which can set them apart. I
really try to instil in players that side
of things.”
Community
“The GCB are very active in the
community, working hard to get the
game out to more people. Lisa Pagett
has worked very hard in establishing
the women’s game in the region. The
game is being played at all levels
and also in private schools which is
great.”
Ambitions
“The club need to remain
competitive at the top level. There is
a gap opening up between big clubs
and smaller ones. We need to work
hard to remain in that middle band
of clubs who can hold on to their
good players and then we can see
Gloucestershire players playing for
England.”
“Our Nephew George Hankins plays for Gloucestershire CCC and around four years ago we requested to sponsor
George. We get to as many games as possible, mainly T-20 games but also take staff and clients down to games to use
the club’s hospitality when we can. George’s brother, Harry, also plays for the Academy at Gloucestershire CCC so we
have a great connection with the club in our family.
Gloucestershire CCC have been fantastic in giving back to partners and associates of the club and always make us feel
very welcome. From all of us here at KITco Work & Sportswear we would like to wish George and all at Gloucestershire
CCC all the very best and best of luck for the season ahead.”
David Hallett
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