ECB
The England and Wales Cricket Board provides support for the game far beyond the boundaries of just international and first class cricket.
ECB's strategic plan for cricket, Building Partnerships, is built on four key pillars:
- Effective leadership and governance
- Vibrant domestic game
- Enthusing participation and following especially among young people
- Successful England teams
This section provides full details on that and about the ECB itself, it's numerous activities, its commercial partners and the numerous publications produced by the Board.
Key ECB Media Releases
About ECB
Learn about the ECB
The ECB's structure as governing body, it's guiding principles and vision for cricket in England and Wales at all levels
One Game
An ambitious project aimed at widening the appeal of the sport - regardless of age, race, ability or gender
Volunteers
How to volunteer, get them for your organisation, and manage them
Development
Interest-free loan scheme
The England and Wales Cricket Trust welcomes eligible ECB affiliated cricket clubs with junior sections to consider an interest-free loan to assist in the development of facilities
Initiatives in-depth
ECB's development work across primary and secondary schools, clubs, district and disabled cricket, and cricket facilties
Publications
ECB Annual Report
Full-colour download available of ECB Annual Report and Accounts 2007, with key reports on the game and full financial statement
Play Cricket - Making A Difference
A report celebrating achievements in the recreational game in 2006 - and outlining clear examples of best practice moving forward
Building Partnerships
ECB's blueprint for cricket’s continued success and development over the next four years - built on four key pillars. Read online or download a full PDF
Useful sections
Coaching opportunities
Courses for all levels - if you're interested in coaching the game, then look here; with full details of the ECB Coaching Pathway
ECB Coaches Association
Actively supporting coaches throughout England and Wales; details of the benefits and how to join the ECB CA
Pitch matters
Pitch care and groundsmanship - plus forum and courses details
ECB Association of Cricket Officials
The ECB Association of Cricket Officials (ECB ACO) has been set up by ECB to represent umpires, scorers and match referees throughout cricket in England and Wales
Information
Commercial Partners
Find out about ECB's many sponsors and commercial partners and their key relationships with cricket
Child welfare and protection
Ensuring that cricket provides a safe, friendly and enjoyable experience for all young people - download our Safe Hands - Cricket's Policy for Safeguarding Children document
Fundraising
The Cricket Foundation
Funding the provision of facilities to enable and encourage young people to play cricket, and providing facilities for those needing them - also giving kids a Chance to shine through their new campaign
The Lord's Taverners - cricket's official charity
Since 1950, The Lord’s Taverners have been raising money to ‘give young people, particularly those with special needs, a sporting chance’.
