Stephen Fry Instagram – The news that 4,700 young people are engaged in this year’s @_mccfoundation Hub programme, up from 3,200 in 2023, which includes a 53% increase in female participants, was revealed at a special event at the Urban Cricket Centre in Leyton attended by England star and MCC Foundation Ambassador Maia Bouchier.
Essex and London Spirit wicketkeeper Adam Rossington also attended the launch, and took part in Q&A session with participants, providing an insight into the career of a professional cricketer.
Over 400 players have accessed the talent pathway from the programme since 2022, including one previous Hub participant from Leyton who has now progressed into the Essex County Age Group Pathway, has been selected for England under 17’s Action Indoor Cricket team and has recently returned to the Leyton Hub to be part of the coaching team.
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