The Power of Cricket
The Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation supports disadvantaged youngsters in ways that can aid health, behaviour and confidence, as well as providing new experiences and memories
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he Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation has, for 33 years, been giving disadvantaged young people from inner city areas and children with a wide variety of special needs, new horizons and a sense of self-worth. Thousands of youngsters have benefited from the Foundation’s activities and, although it is difficult to measure success, teachers and carers tell us that behaviour in the class-room has improved, health issues have become easier to tackle and confidence has been boosted. Our aim has always been to focus on what the young can do and not those things that are beyond their reach. Some of the children return home to join youth groups and cricket clubs but, for the majority, cricket is simply the medium with which we are able to introduce the youngsters to the fun of ball games, teamwork and developing friendships. We have excellent facilities at Arundel,
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a magnificent ground, a well-equipped indoor school and expert coaches. Plus, of course, we have time to give these young people the care and attention they deserve. Add to the mix, trips to Arundel Castle and its gardens, the seaside at Littlehampton and the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, and it is not surprising that many come back year after year. A chance to spend a night away from home, to play on grass, to collect shells or paddle in the sea, these are precious experiences for so many children. If you would like to learn more, do visit our website www.arundelcastlecricketfoundation. co.uk or, alternatively, contact the office 01903 882602 / info@ arundelcastlecricket.co.uk. You would always be so welcome to come and see us in action.
