Congratulations to the winners of the inaugural HKCA / LCSD Playground League!
- Cup Winners: Quarry Bay International School
- Plate Winners: Hang Hau Central Shing Hang Fong Memorial School "A"
Launch of New Primary Schools Sports Programme (15.02.2000)
Hong Kong Cricket Association and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department are proud to announce the launch of the inaugural season of the HKCA / LCSD Playground League, the first matches of which will be played on 19th February 2000.
The Playground League is the first time regular, organised inter-primary school cricket matches have been arranged in Hong Kong, and represents a major step forward in the growth of local cricket. "Hong Kong continues to be at the forefront of cricket development in the region" said ICC Development Manager, Andrew Eade, "we may well use the Playground League as a model for similar programs in other countries."
The innovative format of Playground League matches, featuring 16 8-a-side teams playing with mini-cricket sets on basketball court size pitches, have proved popular in trial matches over the last six months. "All of the kids get a chance to bat, bowl and field. It gets very exciting and a shame when each game ends" said Mr Eric Leung, teacher at the Little Flower's School, Shatin and HKCA Development Officer.
It is anticipated that with growing interest in cricket at grassroots level and the increasing popularity of the sport, the Playground League will expand the number of schools playing cricket regularly year on year. And by being a fun, healthy and active game it can only be a good thing for the health of local children.
For further information please contact Ms Simone Kwan or Mr Ravi Nagdev at HKCA.
Tel: 2504 8102 Fax: 2577 8486 Email: hkca@hkabc.net
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