Youth Academy

Burgess Hill CC are proud to have a thriving Youth Academy providing cricket opportunities to boys and girls of a wide range of ages and abilities.

We are a Focus Club and registered under the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) Clubmark Accreditation Scheme. Clubmark is a nationally recognized accreditation scheme for community sports clubs in England, ensuring they are safe, effective, and child-friendly. Managed by Sport England, and aligned with National Governing Bodies (NGBs) like the ECB, it verifies high standards in safeguarding, governance, and coaching.

This means that we have demonstrated that we are fully equipped to look after and develop youngsters and promote cricket throughout our community. 

To join BHCC, or for any queries, see our contact page.

u17s Girls Cricket
Under 11s Girls Cricket
BHCC Youth Academy - Boys Cricket

Youth Cricket Teams

Burgess Hill CC offers cricket opportunities to all age groups running a full range of youth cricket teams, perfect for beginners and more experienced players. Our current youth teams are:

  • Under 8s
  • Under 9s
  • Under 10s
  • Under 11s
  • Under 11 Girls
  • Under 12s
  • Under 13s
  • Under 14s
  • Under 14s Girls
  • Under 15s
  • Under 16s
  • Under 16s Girls
  • Under 17/18s

The teams play competitive junior matches against other Sussex clubs on a regional basis throughout the Summer.

At Burgess Hill Cricket Club, we are committed to providing high-quality junior cricket coaching in a fun, safe, and friendly environment offering coaching for boys and girls aged 5 to 17 and aiming to develop not only cricketing skills but also confidence, health, fitness, and wellbeing.

Ready to get started? Join us this season and be part of a growing junior cricket community. 

To join BHCC, or for any queries, see our contact page.

Pathway into Senior Cricket

For those who show strong cricket skills and maturity, we offer opportunities to step up into adult cricket. Several of our current adult players started in our Junior Section and we take great pride in supporting the progression of our cricketers who wish to do so.

Transition sessions, youth-adult friendlies and mentoring from senior players all help to make the step up feel natural and exciting.

The ECB allows players aged 12 and above to participate in adult cricket. As a club, we welcome juniors who are ready to progress into our adult teams and provide a natural pathway for their development. Progress, improve and take your cricket to the next level with us.

Welfare and Safeguarding

The welfare of our junior players is our highest priority. All of our youth coaches and volunteers and DBS checked and trained in safeguarding and first aid. Our Youth Co-ordinators work closely with team managers to ensure that every child is supported, safe, and having fun.

We foster an inclusive environment where every child, regardless of ability or experience, feels welcome and valued.

For more information on our youth policies, click here.

Our Coaches

Burgess Hill Cricket Coaching

Our junior section is led by a passionate and experienced team of coaches who are ECB qualified (Levels 1 to 3), ensuring your child receives quality coaching.

We are also supported by our professional overseas star Chad Classen from South Africa and Kelis Ndhlovu, our women’s overseas international from Zimbabwe together with the returning Winslow Jooste from South Africa all of whom will assist with junior coaching.

Coaching Sessions & Matches

Location: St John’s Park, Burgess Hill in the centre of the town

Start Date: Friday 10th April 2026 and every Friday thereafter until the end of July

Training Schedule: Every Friday

Time: Starting at 5.00 pm through to late

Sessions: Both softball and hardball sessions available

Club Clothing

Junior club clothing is available for purchase through clicking our online shop

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