Dear Parents, Players and Supporters,
I hope you are well and ready for the upcoming Spring Season.
We have lots of exciting news to share with you regarding our upcoming events, courses and plans for the year ahead.
Firstly, please see our new MP Cricket Academy and MP Sports Development Trust Year Plan.
MP Cricket Academy & MP Sports Development Trust – Year Plan 2026 Released
We are proud to officially launch our 2026 Year Planner – another exciting year of cricket, community and opportunity for our young players.
In 2026 we are committed to delivering:
FREE Cricket for Under 9s – All Year Round
100 Ball Tournament
Free Sports Events
Community & Cultural Events
Easter & Summer Holiday Courses
Academy Matches & Development Pathways
Christmas Celebration & End of Season Awards
Our vision continues to be simple but powerful: Enjoy, Learn, Achieve.
We believe every player should have the opportunity to play cricket, build confidence, make friends and create lifelong memories — regardless of background.
Thank you to all our parents, volunteers, sponsors and supporters who make this possible year after year.
2026 is going to be bigger, better and full of opportunity.
Please see the attached Year Planner poster for full details.
Upcoming Courses
For any event you must complete the online registration form first. All forms can be found under the Courses section on our website.
Easter Courses
Course no 1 – 30th, 31st March and 1st April
https://mpsportscricketacademy.co.uk/easter-cricket-course-no-1-april-7th-8th-9th-10th-2025-soft-ball-hard-ball/
Course no 2 – 7th, 8th and 9th April
https://mpsportscricketacademy.co.uk/easter-holiday-cricket-course-no-2-april-7th-8th-9th-2026-soft-ball-hard-ball/
Free Sports Events
13th March – Badminton Tournament at TLC (Ages 10–14)
https://mpsportscricketacademy.co.uk/free-badminton-tournament-on-13th-of-march-2026/
Diving catches in the swimming pool and water running competition – 14th March at TLC (Ages 9–13)
https://mpsportscricketacademy.co.uk/free-diving-catches-and-water-running-competition-14th-march-2026/
Indoor Training in March continues as usual on Sundays from 1–4 pm.
ECB Get Set Weekend will be held on 11th and 12th April.
We are pleased to confirm that indoor training will continue this Sunday, and we are very much looking forward to seeing everyone again.
These sessions are designed to help players continue developing their skills through the winter, stay match-ready and prepare strongly for the upcoming season.
Spaces are filling fast for the year ahead, so if you have not yet secured your place, we strongly encourage you to book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Registration Links:
Softball (Ages 5–9) Free of Charge:
https://mpsportscricketacademy.co.uk/soft-ball-winter-nets-age-5-9-january-to-march-2026/
Hardball (Ages 10–14):
https://mpsportscricketacademy.co.uk/hard-ball-winter-nets-age-10-14-january-to-march-2026/
Summer 100-Ball Junior Tournaments
We are delighted to confirm that we will be running our popular junior 100-ball tournaments again this summer, following the success of previous competitions.
Building on last season’s fantastic experience, our aim this year is to welcome more teams, create stronger competition and provide even more match opportunities for young players. The 100-ball format is fast-paced and exciting, and is ideal for developing game awareness, teamwork and confidence in a fun and supportive environment.
The tournament will be inclusive and open to a wide range of abilities, with a strong focus on participation, enjoyment and development. Further details regarding age groups, dates, venues and team entry will be shared soon.
If your child is interested in taking part, or if you are a coach or team keen to enter, please keep an eye out for more information.
New for 2026 – 100-Ball Cricket Tournament for Adults
We are excited to share that we are planning to launch a 100-ball cricket tournament for adults this year and would love to hear from anyone who may be interested in taking part.
Open to adult players
Paid entry
Inclusive and welcoming to all abilities
We will also be looking to recruit additional players to ensure teams are well balanced and competitive
If you are interested in playing or would like more information, please get in touch with us. Your expression of interest will help us plan the format and logistics.
MP Sports – Your Home for Cricket & Sports Gear
If you are looking to upgrade your equipment for the new season, MP Sports has a wide range of cricket and sports gear for players of all ages and abilities.
From bats and protective gear to clothing and accessories, we are always happy to help players start the season prepared.
Donations & Support
We would like to thank all families who supported our free training sessions last year. To continue offering accessible cricket opportunities, donations to MP Sports Development Trust are always greatly appreciated.
Every contribution — big or small — helps us deliver quality coaching and future free events.
We are excited to kick off the new season and look forward to seeing everyone at training this Sunday.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
