Advanced Performance Academy

When: Saturdays, 12:30–14:30

Ages: 11–15 (group split into 2 age groups, 11-12s & 13-15s)

For players with representative, regional or county experience in the last 2 years

Led by Mark Lawson and George Sommerville, this is our elite-level training group for serious junior cricketers focused on long-term development and progression into high-level cricket.

Sessions mirror the Academy structure but go deeper with performance analysis, individualised support, and exposure to game-realistic challenges designed to prepare players for county or pathway success.

Each week will have a different focus & challenge players, from batting vs spin to bowling variations and everything in between. Wicketkeepers will have time to practice their keeping in nets, with coaches & whilst bowlers are bowling. 

These groups have a coach:player ratio of 1:5

Key features include:

• Personalised coaching in small groups
• Performance analysis & feedback
• Strength & conditioning components
• Competitive, ability-matched sessions
• Tactical understanding and pressure training
• Guidance for pathway & academy routes

Block Dates:

• Block 1: Sept 20 – Oct 25
• Block 2: Nov 8 – Dec 13
• Block 3: Jan 10 – Feb 14
• Block 4: Feb 28 – Apr 11 (no session Apr 4)