Cricket coaching business scores six-figure training facility

A Huddersfield-based cricket coaching company is set to open a new indoor training centre with a £100,000 funding package provided by HSBC UK.

Sixers Cricket will open the facility in Milnesbridge, Huddersfield, marking the first of its kind to operate in the area.

The 8,000 sq ft premises will undergo a major fit-out, including the installation of five indoor cricket lanes and bowling machines.

Earmarked to officially open to the public in the coming months, the new HSBC UK supported facility will create three new roles across Sixers Cricket Coaching, which has been operating for five years without a dedicated headquarters.

With the financial support from HSBC UK and opening of the new premisses, Sixers Cricket Coaching is forecasting a 200% year-on-year turnover growth to £240,000, which will also facilitate an expansion in its service offering with a particular focus on enhancing individual training and coaching programmes.

George Sommerville, head coach of Sixers Cricket, said: “Our mission has always been to make cricket much more accessible in our community and surrounding area.

“With the support of HSBC UK, we can now mark a first in Huddersfield with this brand new training facility, making cricket even more inclusive and providing high-quality coaching to those who attend.

“Now, children and adult of all ages, can develop their cricketing skills in a professional environment, regardless of their abilities.

“This facility will not only serve as a hub to hone talent, it will also become a place where love for the sport can flourish.

“We’re thrilled to bring this opportunity to the local cricketing community and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have.”

Simon Phillips, relationship manager at HSBC UK, added: “It’s fantastic to support a grassroots business that is dedicated to helping the local community become healthier, more active and learn new skills.

“The entire Sixers Cricket Coaching team are creating a lot of excitement about cricket in Huddersfield and the creation of this purpose-built training facility will introduce more opportunities for local residents to play the sport.

“This will also spearhead significant growth of the business and help its expansion across the UK.”

Founded in 2019 by Sommerville, Sixers Cricket Coaching provides a range of cricketing activities, including private coaching, competitive tournaments, and school programs, as well as personalised one-to-one and small group sessions, both indoors and outdoors all year round.

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