About the Appeal

“Ask not what Schools can do for Cricket, but what Cricket can do for Schools”, Mervyn King.

Chance to shine will serve cricket well – how could it not, given that it will bring cricket to two million young people over ten years?  But it is not in itself a campaign for cricket.

The clear motivation behind Chance to shine lies in recognising the power of competitive team sports – and cricket in particular – to help young people develop skills and attitudes that will help them in all aspects of their future lives.

Cricket can play a vital role in the education and well-being of young people from all communities, since cricket, played regularly in competition, gives opportunities to lead healthy, purposeful and balanced lives.

Cricket is the ultimate team game. It demands both individual and collective responsibility.

Cricket insists upon high standards of conduct and provides good role models.

Cricket teaches leadership and team-work, as well as strategic awareness and risk-taking.

Cricket is wholly inclusive and draws together people from all cultures and backgrounds.  It gives opportunities to boys and girls, as well as to those with disabilities.

Cricket is able to reach all of our major ethnic communities in a way no other sport can.

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