Girls Academy

Learn. Develop. Perform.

Block 1: Sundays, 16:00–18:00 | 20 September–25 October
Block 2: Sundays, 16:00–18:00 | 8 November–13 December

Four six-week blocks run between September and April.

Ages 9–16

Our Girls Academy provides high-quality, two-hour sessions for girls playing hardball cricket. Several players from last year’s Academy progressed into West Yorkshire squads. Through detailed individual coaching and ability-matched group practice, players can develop every area of their game in a positive and ambitious environment.

Sessions are led by Mark Lawson, George Sommerville and Ellie Nightingale.

What you’ll work on

• Technical batting development against seam and spin
• Front-foot and back-foot play, improving both attack and defence
• Bowling biomechanics, video analysis, stronger actions and variations
• High-intensity fielding, fitness and high-volume practice
• Match scenarios, tactical awareness and performing under pressure
• Individual wicketkeeping practice and wicketkeeping in nets

Who is this programme for?

Girls playing hardball cricket who want to develop their skills in a positive, high-quality coaching environment.

Continue your cricket journey with the Sixers Girls Academy.