Youth cricket in Bermuda received a boost this week when Bermuda Cricket Board (BCB) announced that modified equipment sets have arrived just in time for the start of the Hiscox 11-and-under season.

Each set comes with three pairs of pads, three cricket bats, three pairs of batting gloves, a pair of stumps, six balls, wicketkeeping gloves and batting cones.

The BCB's Youth League aims to teach the basic skills of the game while focusing on participation and team spirit.

Arnold Manders, Cricket Development Director, said the introduction of the new gear would provide children with the opportunity to "enjoy the fun and excitement of cricket . . . while meeting the objectives of the real game."

"It will provide coaches and players a great way to develop cricket skills. It uses proper cricketing equipment such as pads and gloves so children can get used to the feel of them."