Registrations are now open for the Yorkshire CCC Boys’ Early Engagement and Regional Cricket Observations for the 2026/27 season.
Each year, around 1,500 young cricketers from across Yorkshire attend observations as the first step on their journey through the Yorkshire player pathway.
Early Engagement Programme (U12 and below)
The Early Engagement Programme is the entry point into the Yorkshire CCC pathway for players aged Under 12 and younger.
Players are selected into one of four regional groups:
- North Yorkshire
- East & Central Yorkshire
- South Yorkshire
- West Yorkshire
Successful players take part in:
- A 12-week winter programme
- An 18-day summer programme
Regional Cricket Programme (U13-U15)
The Regional Cricket Programme supports talented Under 13 to Under 15 players and sits directly below the Yorkshire County Age Group programme.
The programme aims to develop players and provide opportunities to progress into County Age Group cricket.
Selected players will take part in:
- A 10-week winter training programme
- A 12-day match-play programme during the season
Progression to Yorkshire County Age Group Cricket is based on performance.
Observation Process
Observations are open to all players who feel they are of the required standard.
Regional Cricket (U13-U15)
- Observation period lasts two weeks
Early Engagement (U12 and below)
- Observation period runs across six sessions
- Designed to provide younger players with multiple opportunities to showcase their skills
- Open to players up to U12, provided parents and guardians feel they are ready for the required standard
Players may not attend every session, with schedules arranged to manage numbers and allow coaches to assess skills thoroughly.
Observation dates for each region can be found via the registration link below.
Register
Register for the 2026/27 Boys’ Observations and view full programme information:
Important Deadline
Registrations close on Sunday 18 October 2026.
Find Out More
Learn more about the Yorkshire CCC player pathway:
For any questions, please contact Jack Stockdale, YCCC Boys’ Pathway Operations Manager, at j.stockdale@yorkshireccc.com.
