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• Published in 2001 the National Strategy for Cricket sets out the seven interdependent 'steps' that are critical to the development of cricket from the playground to the Test arena.
• Cricket clubs play a crucial role in this ~ particularly in the development of young players. A vibrant cricket club scene is a vital ingredient in cricket development.
• Cricket clubs must be encouraged and nurtured to be the best they can be and the National Strategy for Cricket sets out a number of objectives to improve the standards at cricket clubs.
• Cricket relies heavily on the support of its army of volunteers and it is important that they in turn are supported.
• The Clubmark scheme is therefore seen as an important initiative designed to ensure clubs receive the support they need to develop their junior sections'.
• Clubmark and cricket
  The ECB is delighted to have the opportunity to work in partnership with Sport England on this pioneering club accreditation scheme.
• Clubmark will be used to set the standards for a network of cricket clubs providing a safe, effective, child-friendly programme for their juniors.
• Currently the ECS is testing the concept of its own accreditation scheme of which Clubmark will form the foundation. Clubmark will provide the core standards that all clubs will be supported to achieve.
• In addition, it is anticipated clubs will be further recognised where they demonstrate one of more of the following:
• A programme with schools and other community groups
• A coaching and competition programme
• A player development programme for talented players.
  
• Promotion and support
  Through our network of County Boards, Cricket Development Officers (CD0s) and
  Sports Partnerships, support and advice will be available to clubs involved in the scheme.
• It is anticipated that a full range of benefits will be available to help develop, promote and sustain a vibrant club development programme.
• CD0s will advise clubs if they are in a position to further develop to one of the three ECB development club categories.
• Gaining Clubmark accreditation
  To gain Clubmark accreditation you will be required to provide material for a Clubmark assessment file.
• Your CDO will explain the process to you. Once completed the file should be returned to your CDO for assessment.
• Clubs that achieve Clubmark accreditation will receive notification from Sport England

Tomorrow Part 3 - The accreditation criteria as it is relevant to youth sections of Sussex cricket Clubs

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