Little ones take to the pitch at mini cricket festival

fuad Esack|Published 5 months ago

Sunningdale Cricket Club’s Reyaz Hoosen let’s one rip during Saturday’s mini cricket festival, hosted by Mitchell’s Plain Cricket Club. Picture: Fuad Esack

More than 200 little ones representing clubs across the city took part in the KFC mini cricket festival, hosted by Mitchell’s Plain Cricket Club, at Westridge, on Saturday.

Established in 2009, the programme is celebrating its 15th anniversary and continues to bring together children from diverse backgrounds, promoting unity and breaking down societal barriers.

Crossroads Cricket Club’s Onika Lutsiya looks to connect bat and ball during Saturday’s mini cricket festival at Westridge. Picture: Fuad Esack

Wynberg CC’s Gakeema Ismail in action during her spell with the ball in hand, at Saturday’s mini cricket festival. Picture: Fuad Esack

Mitchell’s Plain Cricket Club’s Kenzo Williams and partner Yaseen Fredericks racing between wickets, at Saturday’s mini cricket festival. Picture: Fuad Esack

MPCC’s Yaseen Fredericks keeps his eye on the ball during his stint with the bat in hand. Picture: Fuad Esack

St Augustine Cricket Club’s Joel Swanepoel driving for the covers during Saturday’s mini cricket festival. Picture: Fuad Esack

Saints coach Granville Swanepoel exchange high fives with Victoria Cricket Club’s youngsters after their match against his side. Picture: Fuad Esack

Victoria Cricket Club’s Erica Jessie rally her troops following their match against Saints. Picture: Fuad Esack