Shining the Light.
When Calverley decided to start their all-girls junior training sessions, the numbers way surpassed their expectations. They had twenty-nine girls at their first session on 6th of June, ranging from reception to Year 7. The emphasis of the sessions is very much on fun. Seven adult coaches plus two juniors are helping to support the training, meaning all the girls get plenty of attention. Dee Chana, who has been the driving force behind the new initiative, oversees the sessions and helps any girls needing extra support or encouragement. The girls are given batting and bowling exercises before moving into a mini game formation.
"All the girls have a chance to bat and bowl, they really seemed to enjoy it and did really well - we even had one of our reception aged girls hitting a 6! Demand for these sessions are high and we have been receiving requests for more events. I'm planning a further event in July with fun matches and (hopefully) medals for the girls for taking part, and I'm also organising a girls only summer camp day at the club in August." - Dee Chana, Calverley St Wilfred's CC
Story by Katie Stewart
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