In an effort to reintroduce its youth academy, the Malteenoes Sports Club (MSC) will be hosting a sports programme for children 17 years and under from August 22 through to September 2. The event will take place on weekdays at the entity’s premises at Thomas Lands.
The camp will be facilitated by former national player and coach, Mark Harper; along with other established coaches. The aims of the programme are: to provide a variety of fun and enjoyable activities which are expected to provide immense pleasure and satisfaction, while teaching the basic skills of the game; to develop hand eye co-ordination, sharpen reflexes, agility and flexibility, balance and speed; to teach the rules of the game by step-by-step instructions; to develop life skills, such as self-confidence and self-discipline; to build and
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improve skills and athletic capabilities.
Children will also learn the basics of the game through playing a variety of games that cover all facets of cricket. Games will be designed for small groups to ensure that all children get a go, and that they can test, learn and practice skills as they go. There will also be matches during the programme to test the skills, confidence and mental capabilities of players.
Apart from the qualified coaches, Guyana Amazon Warriors player, Steven Jacobs, who is a member of the club, along with several of his Warriors teammates, will be on hand to deliver motivational lectures during the course of the camp.
The programme aims to attract 60 participants. Registration forms can be picked up at MSC from 15:00h Monday-Saturday. The fee for children 13 and under is $1500, while 17 and under will pay $2000. Children coming in groups of five will get a special package. Guidelines for the programme will be available when uplifting the registration form.
For more information, interested persons can contact 225-6509 or call the club’s treasurer, Troy Lewis on 613-2575.
