The Bermuda Cricket Board has concluded its 2026 Athene Pee Wee “Have-A-Go” Cricket programme after five weeks of youth programming that recorded 242 player interactions.

According to the BCB, this year’s programme once again brought together Bermuda’s youngest and most enthusiastic cricketers, from ages 5 to 7, for weekends of learning, confidence-building and fun.

The 2026 programme drew strong weekly attendance as children were taught introductory cricket skills through batting and bowling stations, movement games, teamwork challenges and mini matches.

Parents, guardians, coaches and volunteers helped create a festive, family-centred care atmosphere throughout the programme.

“BCB extends a heartfelt appreciation to Athene, whose four years of continuous sponsorship have been key to delivering a high-quality, accessible programme for Bermuda’s youngest learners,” the cricket board said.

“Athene’s ongoing investment in grass roots cricket demonstrates a deep commitment to Bermuda’s youth, community wellbeing and the long-term growth of the sport.

“The Pee Wee “Have-A-Go” Cricket Programme has long served as one of Bermuda’s most effective entry points into the sport and the first steps into a national cricket future.

“Many of today’s U11, U13 and U15 players were first introduced to cricket through this very programme.”

Starting on April 13, the BCB will launch its Pee Wee Cricket in Schools programme, which will bring cricket instruction into classrooms and physical education programmes across the island.

It is envisaged that the school-based approach will help allow BCB to reach a wider and more diverse student population, deliver curriculum-aligned skills, provide more consistent engagement and strengthen Bermuda’s long-term development pathway.

Athene will also sponsor that initiative, with the aim being to reach 750 students by June 30.

“The BCB also thanks the coaches, parents, volunteers and the BCB youth committee, led by first vice-president David Horan, for their support of both programmes,” the BCB added.