ECB Coaches Association links Hitting the Seam Issue 37 | Page 13

through the creation of a
regional forum for female
coaches and the staging of two
workshops in 2017.
‘We want this forum to represent
a diverse range of individuals
including players, coaches,
parents, students and partners,’
said Jack. ‘This forum will then
determinine the nature and
content of the workshops.’
Current and potential coaches
will be invited to the events,
which aim to develop coaching
practice and highlight
opportunities such as new indoor
and outdoor festivals, and
coaching programmes being
offered in the region through the
legacy plan.
Reflecting on the challenge, Jack
is confident in the region’s ability
to capitalise. ‘The next two years
are such an exciting opportunity
for women’s and girls’ cricket.
‘We hope to provide more
opportunities to be involved in
the game in a variety of
capacities as well as challenging
and changing current
perceptions of what cricket has
to offer. The competition
provides a tangible opportunity
for the five counties within the
region to collaborate, and reach
new audiences over the next
two years and beyond.
‘The World Cup will hopefully
transform the game around
Derbyshire. More women and
girls will have the opportunity
to participate in this wonderful
game and be a part of the
World Cup legacy!’
‘The Women’s World Cup is providing a huge boost to our
promotion of cricket to new female audiences. We have been
able to create more playing opportunities which has
encouraged new players to join our local women’s clubs.
We can provide incentives for players and volunteers in
relation to the World Cup which will really help us add value
to current and future projects.’
Tom Leonard, Cricket Development Officer – Inclusion at
Leicestershire CCC
‘Being a host venue, we have a great opportunity to inspire
current or new players through the great skills on show by
international stars. We have always seen women and girls at
the Fischer County Ground watching the men, but now they
will have a chance to see players who they can relate to, and
hopefully we will have the girls saying “I want to be in an
England shirt one day!”’
Rachel Hopkins, Cricket Development Officer – Youth, Women
and Girls
World Cup Legacy
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