LCF LATEST NEWS and ACTIVITIES
Date: 4th July 2025
Summer Camps, Awards, Grant Funding, Coach and Umpire courses
LCF Summer Camps:
LCF SUMMER CRICKET CAMPS 2025! ☀️
Fun, friends & cricket all summer long!
📅Softball (6–10yrs) & Hardball (10–15yrs)
🕙10am–3pm | £35 for 1 day / £55 for 2 days ✅Qualified coaches | Safe | Inclusive | Action-packed
📍Camp Dates & Locations:
JULY
23–24: Accrington (BB5 6BD)
23–24: Ainsdale (PR8 3QF)
23–24: Norden (OL12 7SD)
28–29: South West Manchester (M21 0SG)
29–30: Saddleworth (OL3 7HD)
30–31: South West Manchester (M21 0SG)
AUGUST
4–5: Euxton (PR7 6DD)
5–6: Royton (OL2 5TX)
11: Carnforth – Softball only (LA5 9EA)
11–12: Egerton (BL7 9TH)
12–13: Norden (OL12 7SD)
13–14: Carnforth (LA5 9EA)
18–19: Tarleton (PR4 6BU)
18–19: Penwortham (PR1 9QE)
19–20: Saddleworth (OL3 7HD)
26–27: Egerton (BL7 9TH)
26–27: Whalley Range (M16 8NR)
27–28: Accrington (BB5 6BD)
📲Book now: https://foundation.lancashirecricket.co.uk/childrens-coaching/half-term-holiday-camps/
📩Questions? Email: holidaycamps@lancashirecricket.co.uk
📣Spaces limited – share with your club, school & friends!
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Cricket Collective Awards:
The 2025 ECB Cricket Collective Awards are live and a great way to celebrate the incredible volunteers who help make cricket happen across our communities.
These awards recognise the people who give their time, energy, and passion to support clubs and community groups across Lancashire—those who truly go the extra mile to grow and improve the game.
There are 15 award categories this year, covering a wide range of volunteer roles and contributions.
Deadline for nominations: Sunday 27th July 2025
Let’s recognise the unsung heroes of our game—nominate someone who’s made a difference today.
Further information and to make a nomination, please visit the LCF website - https://foundation.lancashirecricket.co.uk/workforce-and-volunteering/volunteering-and-welfare/ecb-cricket-collective-awards-2025/
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County Grant Funding:
The Lancashire Cricket Foundation is pleased to announce that the ECB County Grant Fund is now open for applications from all ECB-affiliated cricket clubs across England and Wales.
This fund supports clubs to:
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Create more welcoming and inclusive environments
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Develop better facilities and playing opportunities
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Take action to tackle the impact of climate change
Grant Amounts - Clubs can apply for between £1,000 and £10,000 per project.
Funding Priorities
1. Creating Welcoming Environments
Open to clubs that are:
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Registered for All Stars or Dynamos in 2025
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Running at least one female team with three or more competitive fixtures in 2025
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Involved in Disability Cricket (as a Disability Champion Club or Disability Premier League host)
Note: Junior programmes must include and actively engage girls.
2. Enhancing Facilities for Women, Girls & Disability Cricket
For clubs offering regular, competitive opportunities for female-only and/or disability cricket.
3. Tackling Climate Change
Open to all ECB-affiliated clubs to support environmentally sustainable projects.
Don’t miss out—apply now and invest in your club’s future.
For full details and guidance, visit the LCF website https://foundation.lancashirecricket.co.uk/play/clubs-and-competitions/ecb-county-grant-fund-2025/ and contact your local cricket development officer.
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Current Coach Development courses:
ECB Foundation Coach:
Denton CC, Manchester
Tues 15th, 22nd, 29th July and 5th Aug
Cost £150
To register: https://booking.ecb.co.uk/kyV1MN
Bursary places still available - More info on eligibility and online application form can be found on LCF website - ECB Coach Development Bursary
Further information or to register your interest contact Alan Harrison Coach Development Manager - AHarrison@lancashirecricket.co.uk
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Umpire Development Course:
ECB Umpire Course for Lancashire is scheduled as follows:
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Date – Sunday, 3rd August 2025
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Times – 10am to 4:30pm
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Venue – Mawdesley CC, School Lane, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, L40 3TG
For more information and to register a place, please refer to this link.
https://booking.ecb.co.uk/AvON8O
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England Ticket Offer:
Make History with Us at Emirates Old Trafford
England Women 🏴v India Women – Vitality IT20
📅Wednesday 9 July | 🕡6:30pm
📍Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
We’re inviting clubs, families, and cricket fans to join a record-breaking crowd for women’s cricket this summer — and your club could win a truly special prize!
🎟Tickets are just:
Exclusive Club Competition – WIN a Coaching Session!
Buy your tickets via the link below and your club will automatically be entered into a prize draw to win an exclusive coaching session with a Lancashire Thunder player! 🙌
This is a fantastic opportunity for your juniors to meet and train with a top women’s cricketer — just by being part of the action.
👉Secure your tickets here:
🔗https://cricket.lancashirecricket.co.uk/cluboffer
Let’s pack the stands, support women’s cricket, and create unforgettable memories for your club
📣Please forward to your club members, parents, and junior sections.
Let’s make this a night to remember! ❤️🏏
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