Cricketing Fun in Sefton

Getting cricket crazy, kids in Sefton are keeping Active with a number of specialist junior cricket sessions running the popular Active Kidz programme.

Taking place at Bootle Cricket Club and Litherland Sports Park, the after school sessions have proven popular with record numbers of young people attending over the summer months and set to continue as the programme launches for the new term in September.

Commenting on the programme, Jackie Westhead, Development Officer (Coaching) at Litherland Sports Park recognised the importance of such programmes in encouraging children to take part in physical activity,

“Getting active after school is a great way to burn off excess energy, meet new friends and learn new skills. The Active Kidz cricket sessions are an opportunity for children to have fun and feel great and they always prove popular with all ages as we have a great time and get active together.”

Running on a Tuesday from 4:00pm – 5:00pm for cricket and then Wednesday and Thursday evenings offering Active Kidz multi sports activities from 5:00pm – 6:00pm the sessions are open for children aged 5-11yrs and take place at Bootle Cricket Club and Litherland Sports Park. Different age groups are set on different evenings to ensure targeted activities are relevant to all children.

Further information on cricketing coaching can be found out through Jackie Westhead who can be contacted on 0151 288 6288 or via email on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it