Day: Saturdays
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
Location: The Cricket Barn, Styrrup, DN11 8NB
2026 Dates;
Nov; 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th. 
Dec; 5th, 12th.

2027 Dates;
Feb; 6th, 13th, 27th
Mar; 6th, 13th, 20th.
No session on 20th Feb due to half term

Under 16s Elite Performance Course

12-Week Advanced Programme 

Our Under 16s Coaching Course is designed for players who are serious about developing their game and becoming a more complete, confident and effective cricketer.

Running every Saturday from 12:30–2:30pm at The Cricket Barn (DN11 8NB), the programme will take a comprehensive approach to player development, covering the technical, tactical, physical and mental aspects of cricket.

The aim is simple: to help players become better cricketers, better athletes and a greater asset to their team.

Comprehensive Cricket Development

The course will work across all disciplines of the game, with players challenged to develop their skills and understanding in increasingly demanding situations.

🏏 Technical Development

Players will work in depth on the technical aspects of batting, bowling and fielding, with regular use of video analysis developing strong foundations while refining their individual skills.

Sessions will include:

• Bowling machine work
• Technical batting drills
• Pace and swing challenges
• Bowling development through technical & strength related drills
• Fielding technique and movement
• Throwing and catching technique and strength development
• Skill-based competitive challenges

Players will be encouraged to understand why they are making technical adjustments, helping them become more independent and adaptable cricketers.

🎯 Tactical & Scenario-Based Training

Cricket is about much more than simply executing skills. Players need to be able to make good decisions under pressure.

The course will include net battles and scenario-based challenges, putting players into situations that replicate the demands of match play.

Players will face different challenges involving:

• Pace and swing
• Different match situations
• Scoring-rate challenges
• Pressure scenarios
• Bowling plans and fields
• Decision-making under pressure
• Competitive net battles

The emphasis will be on developing players who can think, adapt and execute when it matters.

💪 Fitness, Strength & Conditioning

A significant element of the course will focus on physical development and athleticism.

Players will complete a substantial amount of strength and conditioning work designed specifically to help them become better athletes as well as better cricketers.

Areas covered will include:

• Strength development
• Speed and acceleration
• Agility and change of direction
• Coordination and balance
• Mobility
• Core strength
• Running mechanics
• Explosive movement
• Injury prevention and physical preparation

The development of these qualities will help players move more effectively on the cricket field, improve their physical capabilities and build foundations that can support them as they progress through their teenage years.

Importantly, many of these fundamental athletic skills are transferable to other sports, giving players a broader physical skill set that can benefit them well beyond cricket.

🏃 Fielding – Become Your Team's Best Asset

Fielding will be a major focus throughout the programme.

Every player has the opportunity to make a significant contribution to their team through their fielding, regardless of whether they are a specialist batter or bowler.

Players will work on becoming more effective through:

• Catching
• Ground fielding
• Throwing
• Speed and agility
• Reaction skills
• Movement around the field
• Attacking the ball
• Turning athleticism into match-winning moments

The goal is to develop players who want to be involved in the game and can positively impact a match in every discipline.

🧠 Developing the Complete Player

Technical ability is only one part of becoming a successful cricketer.

Throughout the 12 weeks, players will be encouraged to develop their tactical awareness, confidence, competitiveness, decision-making and mental approach to the game.

By combining technical coaching, realistic match scenarios, physical development and competitive challenges, the programme aims to give players the tools they need to take greater ownership of their own development.

Who Is The Course For?

The course is aimed at Under 16 players who want to take their cricket and athletic development seriously.

Whether players are looking to establish themselves within their club team, push for higher-level cricket or simply maximise their potential, the programme will provide a challenging and supportive environment in which they can develop.

Players will also be in line to represent the Academy for any matches in their age group during the 2027 season.

Places are strictly limited to ensure good player-to-coach ratios and once sold out there will not be a chance to enrol.