Supporting Your Child’s Cricket Journey

A structured, supportive environment where young players build skills, confidence, and a lasting enjoyment of the game.

The Gap EPSCA Fills

Cricket in schools can often sit between “elite performance” and “mass participation” without a clear pathway. EPSCA provides a structured approach that supports every player.

We focus on helping children grow at their own pace, with coaching that builds confidence, understanding, and long-term progress.

  • Development First

    Skills and character always come before results.

  • Teacher Focused

    Making cricket simple and effective for school staff.

"We exist to help our exceptional member schools and children continue to excel and flourish"

- Geraint Jones MBE, President

Why Choose the EPSCA Cricket Festival?

Choosing the EPSCA Cricket Festival gives your child more than just time on the pitch. It offers a well-rounded development experience that supports both performance and personal growth.

  • 1. High-Quality Coaching and Guidance

    Your child works with experienced coaches who understand youth cricket and development. The focus is on improving properly, not just short-term results.

  • 2. Personalised Player Development

    Each player leaves with clear direction:

    • Strengths identified
    • Areas to improve
    • A personal development plan

    This ensures progress continues after the festival.

  • 3. A Holistic Approach

    EPSCA looks beyond technical ability to support the whole player:

    • Technical skills
    • Game awareness
    • Mental and emotional growth

    The aim is to help children grow in confidence and enjoy cricket long term.

  • 4. Competitive Match Experience

    Festival matches give players the chance to apply what they learn:

    • Real match situations
    • Exposure to different playing styles
    • Opportunities to challenge themselves

  • 5. A Fun and Engaging Environment

    The festival combines learning with enjoyment:

    • Coaching sessions and masterclasses
    • Matches
    • Social activities and team bonding

    This keeps children motivated and involved throughout.

  • 6. Meeting Like-Minded Players

    Players train and compete alongside others from different schools:

    • Builds confidence
    • Encourages healthy competition
    • Creates friendships

  • 7. Pathway and Exposure

    The festival also helps players understand their level and next steps:

    • Insight into their current standard
    • Opportunities to progress further

What “Stretching the Best” Looks Like

At EPSCA, supporting high-potential players should never come at the expense of others. Our approach balances challenge with inclusion.

  • Structured Feedback Clear, objective input through observation and analysis
  • Mental Resilience Building confidence and strong habits
  • Diverse Competition Exposure to different challenges and playing styles
  • Holistic Growth Tracking progress across physical, tactical, and mental areas

In Simple Terms

The EPSCA Cricket Festival is not just about playing matches.

It helps young players:

  • Improve their cricket

  • Build confidence

  • Learn how to keep progressing

All within a supportive and well-organised environment.

Ready to support your child’s cricket development?

Join leading prep schools in providing a strong foundation for young cricketers.