The Community Cricket Podcast Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, Darren Talbot & Tim Ferrone

We delve into new areas this week, via a conversation with Alex Smith, one of the co-founders of Backyard Cricket England. We hear how the burgeoning backyard cricketing scene in Australia proved the inspiration for a UK equivalent, the resultant Backyard Ashes series, and how the ‘jumpers for goalposts’ spirit of this form of the game can make for an easy entry but fun alternative brand of cricket for players of all ages to enjoy. Enjoy the show!
 
Notes on podcast series:
 
The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ages & backgrounds and to develop associate cricket nations at all levels. The podcast is presented by Tim Ferrone and Darren Talbot. Darren brings an enormous wealth of cricket coaching and development experience, and Tim reckons he spends more time coaching than he does his ‘proper’ job. Both love the sport of cricket and are tremendously passionate advocates of its capacity to benefit all who partake in it.
The Community Cricket Podcast is produced by Wrapped Up Music.
 
Connect with us:
If you have a comment or club cricket question you’d like us to address, then just drop us a line at: Podcast@t20communitycricket.com
Find out more here: https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com
 
Connect with Backyard Cricket England:
Backyard Cricket England - YouTube
https://www.facebook.com/BackyardCricketEngland
https://www.tiktok.com/@backyardengland?_t=8k5q6L385DM&_r=1
Twitter - @BackyardEngland
 
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This week we speak with Matt Camp, the creator of Slam Cricket, a competition originating in the South of England out of the need to plug a gap in participation. Back in 2018, Matt was savvy enough to recognise that people’s time was at more of a premium than ever before, making all day recreational cricket at weekends an unworkable proposition for many. Hear how and why he set about providing a viable short form weeknight alternative for those who still want to play. Enjoy the show!
 
Notes on podcast series:
 
The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ages & backgrounds and to develop associate cricket nations at all levels. The podcast is presented by Tim Ferrone and Darren Talbot. Darren brings an enormous wealth of cricket coaching and development experience, and Tim reckons he spends more time coaching than he does his ‘proper’ job. Both love the sport of cricket and are tremendously passionate advocates of its capacity to benefit all who partake in it.
The Community Cricket Podcast is produced by Wrapped Up Music.
 
Connect with us:
If you have a comment or club cricket question you’d like us to address, then just drop us a line at: Podcast@t20communitycricket.com
Find out more here: https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com
 
Connect with Matt/Slam Cricket:
www.slamcricket.co.uk matt@slamcricket.co.uk
X, Facebook & Instagram: @SurreySlam @SussexSlam @HampshireSlam @TheKentSlam
 
Sponsors:
Check out Saitama at www.saitamatoken.com or https://linktr.ee/WeAreSaitama
 
Advertisers:
Enter CCP10 at checkout for a 10% discount with AJ Sports: https://www.AJsports.co.uk  
 
Check out PLAI Sport at https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com/plai
 
 

This week we chat with Patrick William-Powlett, chair at South Shields Cricket Club. We hear how Patrick has empowered club coaches to provide an abundance of hardball opportunities for juniors regardless of gender, and in particular how South Shields CC have pro-actively energised their girls section, whilst simultaneously nurturing relationships with local schools. Enjoy the show!
 
Notes on podcast series:
 
The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ages & backgrounds and to develop associate cricket nations at all levels. The podcast is presented by Tim Ferrone and Darren Talbot. Darren brings an enormous wealth of cricket coaching and development experience, and Tim reckons he spends more time coaching than he does his ‘proper’ job. Both love the sport of cricket and are tremendously passionate advocates of its capacity to benefit all who partake in it.
The Community Cricket Podcast is produced by Wrapped Up Music.
 
Connect with us:
If you have a comment or club cricket question you’d like us to address, then just drop us a line at: Podcast@t20communitycricket.com
Find out more here: https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com
 
Connect with South Shields Cricket Club:
Email: southshieldscricketclub@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/southshieldscc
 
Sponsors:
Check out Saitama at www.saitamatoken.com or https://linktr.ee/WeAreSaitama
 
Advertisers:
Enter CCP10 at checkout for a 10% discount with AJ Sports: https://www.AJsports.co.uk  
 
Check out PLAI Sport at https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com/plai
 
 

This week we change lanes somewhat, in exploring what lessons might be learned for cricket coaches from the field of women and girls’ hockey. To do so, we take inspiration from Georgie Wood and Will Cooper, who are captain and coach for the Reigate Priory 1st XI hockey team. We discuss similarities in approach with our own sport, how women’s hockey is much further developed relative to the development of women’s cricket, and some of the on-going struggles that Will is confronted with as a male coach in an otherwise all female environment. Equal parts inspiration and information, you can’t fail to take plenty away from this conversation! Enjoy the show!
 
Notes on podcast series:
 
The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ages & backgrounds and to develop associate cricket nations at all levels. The podcast is presented by Tim Ferrone and Darren Talbot. Darren brings an enormous wealth of cricket coaching and development experience, and Tim reckons he spends more time coaching than he does his ‘proper’ job. Both love the sport of cricket and are tremendously passionate advocates of its capacity to benefit all who partake in it.
The Community Cricket Podcast is produced by Wrapped Up Music.
 
Connect with us:
If you have a comment or club cricket question you’d like us to address, then just drop us a line at: Podcast@t20communitycricket.com
Find out more here: https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com
 
Connect with Reigate Priory Hockey Club:
https://www.reigateprioryhockeyclub.co.uk/teams/100521
 
Sponsors:
Check out Saitama at www.saitamatoken.com or https://linktr.ee/WeAreSaitama
 
Advertisers:
Enter CCP10 at checkout for a 10% discount with AJ Sports: https://www.AJsports.co.uk  
 
Check out PLAI Sport at https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com/plai
 
 

Russ Carter is a man who wears many hats, including that of coach, player and cricket equipment business owner. However it’s in his role at the forefront of the development of wheelchair cricket that we focus on for this episode, as Russ explains how becoming a wheelchair user himself led to his immersion into the expansion and enjoyment of cricket for others in similar siutations. From situation-specific rules, playing locations and equipment, to the drive for more players of all abilities, it is hard not to be inspired by Russ’ determination and remorseless energies to ensure that cricket truly can be a sport for all. Enjoy the show!
 
Notes on podcast series:
 
The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ages & backgrounds and to develop associate cricket nations at all levels. The podcast is presented by Tim Ferrone and Darren Talbot. Darren brings an enormous wealth of cricket coaching and development experience, and Tim reckons he spends more time coaching than he does his ‘proper’ job. Both love the sport of cricket and are tremendously passionate advocates of its capacity to benefit all who partake in it.
The Community Cricket Podcast is produced by Wrapped Up Music.
 
Connect with us:
If you have a comment or club cricket question you’d like us to address, then just drop us a line at: Podcast@t20communitycricket.com
Find out more here: https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com
 
Connect with Russ/investigate wheelchair cricket playing opportunities:
Instagram: @russcarter (CMR Cricket)
https://www.ecb.co.uk/play/disability-cricket
 
Sponsors:
Check out Saitama at www.saitamatoken.com or https://linktr.ee/WeAreSaitama
 
Advertisers:
Enter CCP10 at checkout for a 10% discount with AJ Sports: https://www.AJsports.co.uk  
 
Check out PLAI Sport at https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com/plai
 
 

This week we have the pleasure of a conversation with Chris Pearce to share with you. Chris runs the Kriketová Akademie in Czechia, and provides a truly fascinating insight into the challenges of energising a minority sport in a country where cricket goes largely unseen. Chris’ energy and passion are evident throughout, as he provides a masterclass in how to both cajole and inspire, whilst also reassuring parents that no horses are required! You won’t want to miss this. Enjoy the show!
 
Notes on podcast series:
 
The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ages & backgrounds and to develop associate cricket nations at all levels. The podcast is presented by Tim Ferrone and Darren Talbot. Darren brings an enormous wealth of cricket coaching and development experience, and Tim reckons he spends more time coaching than he does his ‘proper’ job. Both love the sport of cricket and are tremendously passionate advocates of its capacity to benefit all who partake in it.
The Community Cricket Podcast is produced by Wrapped Up Music.
 
Connect with us:
If you have a comment or club cricket question you’d like us to address, then just drop us a line at: Podcast@t20communitycricket.com
Find out more here: https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com
 
Connect with the Kriketová Academy:
https://www.instagram.com/kriketovaakademie
https://www.facebook.com/KriketovaAkademie/
https://twitter.com/akademiekriketu
 
Sponsors:
Check out Saitama at www.saitamatoken.com or https://linktr.ee/WeAreSaitama
 
Advertisers:
Enter CCP10 at checkout for a 10% discount with AJ Sports: https://www.AJsports.co.uk  
 
Check out PLAI Sport at https://www.twenty20cricketcompany.com/plai