Mini-cricketers flood Botanics for annual festival

GRAAFF-REINET NEWS - Almost 100 young cricketers had a great time on Saturday morning, 2 March, at the Matchpoint Mini-Cricket Festival that was held at the Botanics in Graaff-Reinet.

Tens of schools from the district were invited to attend the initiative and at the same time, participate in a morning of fun in the sun. Youngsters from age 5 to 10 participated.

Apart from motivating children to take part in cricket, the day's play helps children to learn the disciplines of cricket - children not only have fun practising their batting and bowling skills, but also develop self-confidence, all this while getting exercise!

The day was enjoyed thoroughly by pupils, teachers and parents alike.

All present at the event were also treated to refreshments.

The organisers, Leslie and Inalise du Piesanie, are very happy with the outcome of the event and plans are already underway for the next festival in September this year.

Thanks are extended to all the players, coaches, parents, teachers, and of course, Botanics for the use of their facilities.

The young cricketers showing their enthusiasm for the sport.