Early start in 2023 for Halverstown Cricket Club, Kildare

Ireland's oldest cricket club outside of Dublin, Halverstown is geting a head start on 2023. February would not normally be a month to think about cricket, not unless you lived in the southern hemisphere.

Halverstown have committed, for the second year running, to fielding two teams in the Cricket Leinster Leagues as well as running its social team, Halverstown Oaks. In preparation for the 2023 season, commencing late April, Halverstown has booked Naas Sports Centre on the New Caragh Road for 6 training sessions.

These will run from 2pm to 4pm on the following Saturdays: February 11 and 25; March 4, 11, 18 and 25. Although primarily designed to get its players ready for the season, non members are welcome too. Indeed at last year’s first ever indoor “nets” sessions several new recruits came along, later joined the club and played throughout the season in both league and friendly fixtures.

For anyone wishing to take part, the cost will be €5 per session or €25 if you pay for all 6 upfront. Last year’s sessions were a lot of fun, combining fitness work with cricketing techniques and some fun games. Just come along in normal gym clothing and footwear. Halverstown will be delighted to see you. For further information contact Stuart Conroy, Honorary Secretary, at 086 1613353.