Women's XI

Ballymena Cricket Club is proud to support and grow the game of women's and girls' cricket. Our Ladies XI is a welcoming and enthusiastic squad, offering a fantastic opportunity to learn a new sport, improve your fitness, and join a supportive team community. 

The Ladies XI is truly inclusive and is open to women and girls of all abilities and experience levels, from complete beginners who have never held a bat before to experienced players.

• Focus on Fun: Training sessions are designed to be fun, engaging, and social, emphasizing skill development in a low-pressure environment.

• Team Environment: We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and empowering team spirit. It's a great way to make new friends in the local community.

• Competitive Play: We compete in the NCU Women's League (or equivalent fixtures) where our goal is to improve together and enjoy the competitive challenge.

Coaching: Sessions are led by dedicated, qualified coaches who specialise in developing core skills (batting, bowling, fielding) for women's cricket.

Equipment: All necessary equipment (bats, pads, helmets, balls) is provided for new players during training.

Pathways: For younger players, the Ladies XI offers a natural transition from mixed junior cricket into dedicated women's teams.

We understand the commitment required for balancing sport and life, so our schedule is designed for maximum accessibility.

• Training Night: [Insert Dedicated Ladies Training Night, e.g., Wednesday]

• Time: [Insert Training Time, e.g., 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM]

• Fixtures: Matches are typically played on [Insert Day, e.g., Sunday afternoons] or specific weeknights during the summer season.

If you have any questions, want to confirm training times, or are ready to sign up, please contact the team leader:

• Ladies Team Coordinator: [Insert Name]

• Email: [Insert Dedicated Ladies Cricket Email]