Future star cricketers in Claverham have been given a boost to reach the next level, thanks to a new sports fund.
The Gigaclear Rural Sports Club Fund, which is backed by former England cricketer Darren Gough, is worth a total £75,000.
The fund aims to support teams based in rural communities across the broadband company’s full fibre network, which spans 26 counties.
Claverham (Yatton) Cricket Club successfully applied to the fund to buy removable netting to help give their young teams the best chance of sporting success.
Club chairman John Ashman said: "Gigaclear’s support has been brilliant in helping with the development of the club’s training facilities.
"This has been vital in our aim to offer cricket to everyone in the community."
Fund ambassador Darren Gough added: "Since launching the fund, it has gone from strength to strength, providing valuable support where it is needed most.
"It’s great to see so much kit and equipment being sent out to rural sports clubs such as Claverham Cricket Club and I wish them every success in the coming season.
"I believe the fund is helping make a difference to players now and to the rural sports teams of the future."
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