USA Cricketers

Lesporis And Burton To Coach In PSAL Big Apple Cricket Camp

The Big Apple Cricket Camp will run from July 8th. – August 7th on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 pm. – 5:00 pm. at Baisley South Cricket Ground located in Queens, NY on Baisley Blvd. and Rockaway Blvd.  All youngsters are encouraged to come join us during this excited summer venture.  Winward Islands national player Keddy Lesporis and Jamaican all-rounder Cassius Burton will assist with this summer’s camp.  Coach Mohammed Khan and PSAL Assistant Cricket Commissioner Ricky Kissoon will also be part of the program.

Winward Islands national player Keddy Lesporis. Photo: Brooks La Touche Photography and WindiesCricket.com

The program is designed to facilitate both junior and high school student-athletes.  Our goal is to encourage youngsters to appreciate the love and understanding for the sport of cricket while improving on their skills and having fun at the same time.  The Big Apple Games summer cricket program will assist young athletes in growing mentally, physically, and developing proper hydration and nutrition habits.

The following lesson plans are designed to develop a positive attitude by children toward sport and specifically cricket:

• Basic Bowling and Pull Shot
• Catching and Front Foot Drive
• Fielding and Throwing
• Revision Bowling and Front Foot Drive, (i.e. Drop Ball)
• Catching and Pull Shot
• Running between wickets and Pick Up and Throw

In addition, several modified minor games are included. The modified games are designed to give students the opportunity to put into practice the skills learnt, maximizing participation and provide equal opportunity.
Recommend Lesson Format:

• Warm-Up
• Skill Drills
• Modified Games

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