Eleven Cricket Coaching

Twenty days, seven matches, and a lifetime of experiences packed into one tour.

It is always an honour to be part of any ECB setup, but being involved in a winning four to three series against India MD was something genuinely special. The curtailed final game was not the ending anyone wanted, yet the players on and off the field were outstanding throughout. To support them, guide them, and share those moments with them was a privilege.

Show stopper at Lords: Standing there, watching our players take the field on one of the most iconic stages in world cricket, felt like a moment that will stay with me forever. It was more than a fixture. It was a statement about how far the game has come and how far it can still go.

The brilliant grounds at Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Sussex and Arundel were just as powerful in their own way. Each one welcomed disability cricket with warmth, respect and genuine belief. Each one showed the players that they belong on the very best stages. And each one reminded me how much work, passion and perseverance has gone into building this pathway over the years.

The experience reinforced so many of my own beliefs about what good environments look like, while also giving me countless opportunities to learn, reflect and grow. Watching players embrace challenges, push themselves, and trust the people around them reminded me exactly why this programme matters and why I love being part of it.

Grateful, proud, and excited for what comes next.

Arundel delivered something genuinely special. With the series finely balanced at 2–2 and three fixtures remaining, the group showed real character, digging deep, elevating standards, and producing two outstanding performances to move 4–2 ahead.

Now, with one game left, the journey continues on the biggest stage of all: Lords.

I am still on tour with the England Mixed Disability squad, one game left to play after securing the Series yesterday at Arundel Castle. It’s hard to put into words how special this group is and how proud I am of what the players have achieved. Moments like that stay with you.

And in the middle of all that, I’m buzzing to share some news away from cricket too. I’ll be stepping in as one of the women’s coaches at Derby Hockey Club . It’s a completely new challenge, and I’m genuinely excited to learn, get stuck in, and work alongside Chris Hall as we support the four women’s sides.

Two very different environments, but the same feeling: people who care, teams who want to grow, and opportunities to help athletes thrive. Feeling grateful for all of it.

Hove provided the backdrop for a win that felt different.

📸: Natalie Bell

Coaches Rob, Max and Charlie keeping the young ones busy today.

BYSF is one of our favourite events in our calendar.

Week 2, Day 1
Cricket today under beautiful skies and shade
We're taking regular breaks to hydrate so we can enjoy the activities

Derby wrapped. Plenty to build on.

1–1 with five to go, Leicester next.

Proud to present George Greenway his Mixed‑Disability debut cap on Wednesday 💙

Our apprentice coaches taking the lead on this.

Well done boys 🙌

Week 1, Day 1
It's a hot one today so we're taking every opportunity to be in the shade.
There may or may not be ice lollies for this afternoons break 😉