Cricket Wales and Flicx UK Pitch Together to Support Club Facility Development

Cricket Wales and Flicx UK have announced a new partnership aimed at helping clubs and schools across Wales to create new facilities and expand existing ones. This collaboration comes at a time when demand for cricket facilities is growing, but many clubs face challenges in accessing suitable playing surfaces.

Flicx brings 25 years of experience supplying top-quality portable, roll-out cricket wickets. The innovative 2G Flicx Pitch offers clubs a flexible, durable high-performing surface that can be installed quickly, used immediately, and stored easily. The 2G Flicx Pitch requires minimal maintenance, allowing clubs to maximise playing time while reducing ongoing upkeep costs and can be rolled out on a range of undersurfaces to grow the game. 

Addressing Facility Challenges in Wales

For many Welsh clubs, a lack of appropriate facilities is a major barrier to growth. Limited access to turf wickets, weather-related cancellations, and restrictions on pitch usage can hinder player development, match scheduling, and overall club sustainability especially as participation grows with Women and Girls cricket. The 2G Flicx Pitch provides a practical solution by:

• Expanding playing opportunities: Clubs can open up their outfield for junior matches and training whilst other grass fields can be converted for cricket. Senior nets can be hosted whilst you can also roll over the main square to protect it.
• Supporting youth development: Portable pitches make it easier to provide coaching for juniors with Flicx offering a consistent, true bounce.
• Increasing revenue potential: Clubs can run festivals, tournaments and cricket camps creating new income streams to reinvest in their clubs. Multiple games can take place simultaneously.
• Enhancing flexibility: The pitch can be used indoors during winter months, on multi-use sports grounds, or at venues that previously couldn’t previously host cricket.
• Reducing maintenance costs and saving volunteers time: Unlike traditional wickets, the 2G Flicx Pitch requires no rolling, mowing, or watering, freeing club volunteers to focus on coaching and player engagement.

Supporting Clubs with Funding and Expertise

Cricket Wales will leverage its extensive network and understanding of local club needs to support access to funding schemes for purchasing 2G Flicx Pitches, making it easier for clubs to adopt this solution regardless of size or budget. Flicx UK Ltd. will provide guidance on selecting, installing, and maintaining portable wickets, ensuring clubs get the most from their investment.

Mark Frost, Head of Development at Cricket Wales, said:

“Supporting our clubs is at the heart of what we do, and this partnership with Flicx gives clubs an accessible way to improve their facilities and provide better experiences for players of all ages. It’s about giving every club the opportunity to grow, thrive, and inspire the next generation of cricketers.”

Gary Luke, Managing Director of Flicx UK added:

“We’re thrilled to be working with Cricket Wales. The 2G Flicx Pitch was designed to make it easy for clubs to offer high-quality cricket surfaces, whether for training, matches, or expanding playing opportunities. This partnership is a real step forward in helping grassroots cricket across Wales to flourish.”

For more information on Flicx UK Ltd. and the Cricket Wales partnership, visit www.flicx.com or contact your local Cricket Wales representative. A full information PDF is available at https://cricketwales.org.uk/partners/.