Cricket is coming home for Bridlington’s women and girls

From Friday, May 15, the foundation is throwing open the doors to women and girls across the East Riding via the three schemes – an entry-level programme for the very youngest players, a development pathway for those ready to push on, and the return of competitive women’s cricket to the town for the first time in years.

Together, they represent the most significant investment in women’s and girls’ cricket this community has ever seen, and those behind it want every local family to know they are welcome.

The foundation is the registered charity arm of Bridlington Cricket Club, established to take the sport beyond the boundary and into the heart of the local community.

While the club focuses on competitive cricket, the foundation’s mission is broader – using cricket as a vehicle to engage people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across the East Riding.

It works to ensure that cricket in Bridlington belongs to everyone, not just those who already play it. The launch is the latest – and perhaps most ambitious – expression of that commitment.

At the heart of the foundation’s ambitions is the All Stars Girls programme, the ECB’s flagship entry-level initiative reimagined specifically for young girls taking their first steps in the game. Designed for primary school-aged children, All Stars Girls is about one thing above all else: fun.

Participants receive their own personal kit pack – a backpack, a bat, a ball and more – and it’s this kit pack that makes booking ahead essential.

Sessions run every Friday from 6pm to 7pm at Bridlington Cricket Foundation (Dukes Park, Moorfield Road).

A spokesman for the foundation said: “Running alongside All Stars, and sharing the same Friday evening slot of 6pm to 7pm at Bridlington Cricket Club, is Roses Girls Cricket.

“Built on the ECB’ Dynamos Cricket platform, it’s the natural next chapter for young players who have caught the bug and want to develop their skills in a more structured setting.

“As with All Stars, places on Roses Girls Cricket must be booked in advance. Participants also receive their own kit as part of the programme, and pre-registration ensures everything is ready and waiting for each player from day one.

“Perhaps the most eagerly anticipated announcement of all is the re-introduction of Bridlington’s Women’s team, bringing competitive cricket back to the town after an absence that has been felt keenly by those who love the game.

“Crucially, the women’s sessions will be played in the softball format – making them absolutely ideal for complete beginners.

“Softball cricket removes many of the barriers that can put newcomers off, offering all the excitement and camaraderie of the game in a more accessible, relaxed setting. And best of all? No booking is required – women are welcome to simply turn up at Bridlington Cricket Club any Friday evening from 7pm to 8.30pm and join in. No experience, no kit, no prior arrangement needed. Just show up.

“These sessions follow on directly from the junior programmes, meaning families can drop their daughters off for All Stars or Dynamos and stay on to play themselves. It’s an evening of cricket for the whole family.”

Go to bridlingtoncricketfoundation.org.uk or email the foundation’s chair Carl Parkin at [email protected] to find out more about the initiatives and to book a place on the sessions.