# HECC Cricket > The Herts and Essex Cricket Centre A specialist training facility providing quality cricket training for individuals, schools and clubs. Join our Academy Get coaching The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & ## Pages - [Holiday Cricket Camps](https://www.heccsport.com/holiday-cricket-camps/): Fun, expert-led holiday cricket camps at HECC near Bishop's Stortford and Harlow. Easter, half term and summer camps. £45 per day. Book your child's place. - [Private Cricket Coaching](https://www.heccsport.com/private-cricket-coaching/): One-to-one and small-group cricket coaching near you, led by ECB Level 4 Master Coach Luke Humphrey. All ages and abilities welcome. From £60. Book today. - [Indoor Cricket Nets Near You](https://www.heccsport.com/indoor-net-hire/): Hire indoor cricket nets near you at HECC in Sawbridgeworth. Five lanes, Bola bowling machines, open 7 days a week. From £28 per lane per hour. Book online. - [Indoor Cricket Nets Near London](https://www.heccsport.com/indoor-cricket-nets-london/): Indoor cricket nets and coaching for East and North London cricketers at HECC, on the Liverpool Street line. Five lanes and bowling machines. Book online. - [Cricket Coaching in Stansted](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-stansted/): Cricket coaching and indoor nets for Stansted players at HECC, a short drive away in Sawbridgeworth. ECB-qualified coaches, open 7 days a week. Book now. - [Cricket Coaching in Hertford](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-hertford/): Cricket coaching and indoor net hire for Hertford players at HECC. ECB-qualified coaches, five all-weather lanes and bowling machines. Book online today. - [Cricket Coaching in Harlow](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-harlow/): Cricket coaching and indoor nets for Harlow players at HECC, about 15 minutes away. ECB-qualified coaches, five lanes and bowling machines. Book today. - [Cricket Coaching in Bishop's Stortford](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-bishops-stortford/): Indoor cricket coaching for Bishop's Stortford players at HECC, about 10 minutes away in Sawbridgeworth. ECB-qualified coaches, year-round nets. Book now. - [National Fast Bowling Academy](https://www.heccsport.com/national-fast-bowling-academy/): Join the National Fast Bowling Academy at HECC. Expert-led pace bowling coaching for young cricketers aiming for county and first-class cricket. Enquire now. - [Cricket Physiotherapy](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-physiotherapy/): Cricket physiotherapy near you at HECC, Sawbridgeworth, with Chartered Physiotherapist George Cooper. Injury treatment, prevention and return to play. - [Blog](https://www.heccsport.com/blog/): Discover cricket coaching tips, training advice, academy updates and news from HECC Sport to help players of all ages improve their game. - [Half Term Camp](https://www.heccsport.com/half-term-camp/): Half Term Camps HECC camps will provide you with a range of skills, with plenty of games and nets throughout... - [Fielding Workshop](https://www.heccsport.com/fielding-workshop/): Fielding Workshop The most overlooked part of the game is arguably the most important The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-15 years... - [Batting Workshop](https://www.heccsport.com/batting-workshop/): Batting Workshop Get the very best : the basics and the truth about technique, understanding how everyday movement will make... - [Bowling Workshop](https://www.heccsport.com/bowling-workshop/): Bowling Workshop Discover the secrets to bowl faster – Access the mechanics, drills and bowling speeds that you can achieve.... - [Tickets Checkout](https://www.heccsport.com/tickets-checkout/) - [Order Completed](https://www.heccsport.com/tickets-order/) - [About Us](https://www.heccsport.com/about-us/): Meet our ECB-qualified coaching team led by Luke Humphrey. Learn about our state-of-the-art indoor cricket facility in Sawbridgeworth and our cricket development programmes. - [Indoor League](https://www.heccsport.com/indoor-league/): Join our winter indoor cricket league at HECC. Junior leagues (U9-U15) and adult divisions. Keep your skills sharp through winter. Register your team today. - [Contact Us](https://www.heccsport.com/contact-us/): Contact HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth. Call 01279 724782 or email enquiries@heccsport.com. Find us at Tharbies Farm, Sawbridgeworth CM21 0LL. - [Emerging Academy (EA)](https://www.heccsport.com/emerging-academy/): Cricket academy for Year 7 and 8 players ready to take their game to the next level. Specialist coaching with exclusive facility access at HECC. - [Junior Development Squad (JDS)](https://www.heccsport.com/junior-development-squad/): Cricket development programme for ages 6-11. Build skills, learn the game and prepare for hardball cricket with expert ECB-qualified coaches at HECC Cricket. - [Junior Academy (JA)](https://www.heccsport.com/junior-academy/): Intensive cricket academy for talented players aged 8-11. Expert coaching to develop advanced young cricketers at HECC Cricket Sawbridgeworth. - [Senior Development Squad (SDS)](https://www.heccsport.com/senior-development-squad/): Cricket development programme for ages 12-14. Advanced coaching to help young cricketers reach their full potential with ECB-qualified coaches at HECC. - [Senior Academy (SA)](https://www.heccsport.com/senior-academy/): Elite cricket academy for ages 14-18. Top of the HECC pathway, supporting young adults to become serious cricketers with expert guidance. - [One to One and Small Group Cricket Coaching](https://www.heccsport.com/one-to-one-and-small-group-cricket-coaching/): One to One & Small Group Coaching This is the top end of our coaching service. A great way to... - [Video Analysis](https://www.heccsport.com/video-analysis/): Professional video analysis to improve your cricket technique. Expert technical review of your batting and bowling at HECC Cricket Sawbridgeworth. - [Integrated Physio Therapy](https://www.heccsport.com/integrated-physio-therapy/): Integrated physiotherapy for cricketers. Injury treatment, prevention and performance support at HECC. Expert care for players of all levels. - [Development Squad and Academy Pathway](https://www.heccsport.com/development-squad-and-academy-pathway/): Clear cricket development pathway for ages 6-18. Junior Development Squad, Senior Development Squad, Emerging Academy and Senior Academy programmes at HECC Cricket. - [Easter Camp](https://www.heccsport.com/easter-camp/): Easter Camps HECC camps will provide you with a range of skills, with plenty of games and nets throughout the... - [Events](https://www.heccsport.com/our-events/): Cricket holiday camps and events for ages 6-14. Expert coaching, games and skills development. ECB-qualified coaches. Book your place at HECC Cricket. - [One to one, Small Group & Hi-Performance Cricket Coaching](https://www.heccsport.com/one-to-one-small-group-hi-performance-cricket-coaching/): Private cricket coaching tailored to your needs. One-to-one and small group sessions with ECB-qualified coaches at HECC. Book your session today. - [Shop](https://www.heccsport.com/shop/) - [Cart](https://www.heccsport.com/cart/): You may be interested in... Your cart is currently empty! New in store - [Checkout](https://www.heccsport.com/checkout/) - [My account](https://www.heccsport.com/my-account/) - [Manager Portal](https://www.heccsport.com/manager-portal/) - [Home](https://www.heccsport.com/): Expert cricket coaching for all ages at our indoor facility in Sawbridgeworth. ECB-qualified coaches, academies, holiday camps and net hire. Home of the National Fast Bowling Academy. ## Posts - [What Makes HECC Different From a Local Sports Hall?](https://www.heccsport.com/what-makes-hecc-different-from-local-sports-hall/): What makes an Essex cricket centre different from a local sports hall? Here is a look at the facilities and coaching that set HECC apart. - [Cricket Camp in Hertfordshire vs After-School Clubs: Which Suits Your Child?](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-camp-hertfordshire-vs-after-school-clubs/): Comparing cricket camp options in Hertfordshire against after school clubs? Here is how each works and which might suit your child best. - [Cricket Lessons in Bishops Stortford: A Parent's Guide](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-lessons-in-bishops-stortford/): A parent's guide to finding the right cricket lessons in Bishops Stortford, covering age groups, coaching pathways and what to expect at HECC. - [How to Choose the Right Cricket Bowling Coach Near You](https://www.heccsport.com/how-to-choose-cricket-bowling-coach-near-you/): Looking for a cricket bowling coach near you? Here is what to check before you book, from coaching badges to facilities and session structure. - [Cricket Net Hire for Birthday Parties and Team Events at HECC](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-net-hire-birthday-parties-team-events-hecc/): Planning a party or team event? Find out how cricket net hire at HECC works for birthday celebrations, corporate days and group bookings. - [Cricket Lane Hire: 5 Drills to Try in Your Next Session](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-lane-hire-drills-try-your-next-session/): Make every minute of your cricket lane hire count with five simple drills for batting, bowling and fielding. Ideal for solo or pair training sessions. - [Cricket Coaching in Sawbridgeworth: Which Programme Suits You?](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-in-sawbridgeworth/): Compare cricket coaching options in Sawbridgeworth, from one-to-one sessions to academy squads. Find the right programme for your age and ability. - [Cricket Coaching for Schools in Hertfordshire: A Guide for Teachers](https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-for-schools-in-hertfordshire/): Everything Hertfordshire teachers need to know about cricket coaching for schools. ECB-qualified coaches, indoor sessions and easy booking for PE lessons. - [How to Choose a Cricket Coach in Sawbridgeworth](https://www.heccsport.com/how-to-choose-a-cricket-coach-in-sawbridgeworth/): Looking for a cricket coach in Sawbridgeworth? Learn what to check, from ECB qualifications to coaching style, before you book your first session. - [Pre-Season Sorted: A Guide to Club Cricket Nets Hire](https://www.heccsport.com/pre-season-sorted-club-cricket-nets-hire/): Plan pre-season training with club cricket nets hire at HECC. Five indoor lanes, bowling machines and block bookings for cricket clubs. Book online today. - [What Does a Cricket Centre Actually Offer? Your Questions Answered](https://www.heccsport.com/what-does-a-cricket-centre-actually-offer-your-questions-answered/): Curious about what a cricket centre near you provides? HECC Cricket answers the most common questions about facilities, coaching, and bookings. - [The Best Ways to Find Quality Cricket Practice Near You](https://www.heccsport.com/best-ways-to-find-quality-cricket-practice-near-you/): Looking for cricket practice near you in Hertfordshire or Essex? Here is how to find the right facility and make every session count. - [5 Signs You Are Ready for a Cricket Bowling Coach](https://www.heccsport.com/5-signs-you-are-ready-for-cricket-bowling-coach/): Not sure if you need a cricket bowling coach near you? Here are 5 signs it is time to book a session with an ECB-qualified coach at HECC Cricket. - [How a Bowling Machine Can Transform Your Batting Technique](https://www.heccsport.com/bowling-machine-transform-your-batting-technique/): Discover how bowling machine hire near you can sharpen your batting. HECC Cricket in Hertfordshire explains what to work on and how to book. - [What to Expect When You Hire Cricket Nets at HECC](https://www.heccsport.com/what-to-expect-when-you-hire-cricket-nets-hecc/): Wondering what cricket nets for hire actually looks like? Here is everything you need to know about booking a lane at HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth. - [What Age Should My Child Start Cricket Coaching? A Parent's Guide](https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/27/child-cricket-coaching-guide/): Not sure when to enrol your child in a cricket academy? HECC Cricket's coaches break down the right age to start and what to expect at every stage. - [5 Reasons Essex and Hertfordshire Cricketers Train Indoors All Year Round](https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/23/essex-hertfordshire-cricketers-train-indoors/): Rain, cold and short evenings do not have to stop your cricket. Here are 5 reasons players across Essex and Hertfordshire train at HECC all year. - [From Beginner to Club Cricketer: HECC's Full Coaching Pathway Explained](https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/13/beginner-club-cricketer-pathway/): From ages 6 to 18 and beyond, HECC Cricket offers structured cricket coaching in Essex and Hertfordshire. Here is how the pathway works, step by step. - [How to Make the Most of an Indoor Cricket Net Hire Session](https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/09/indoor-cricket-net-hire-session/): Booked a cricket net hire near you? Here are 7 practical ways to get more out of every session at HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. - [What Happens in a HECC Cricket Academy Session? A Week in the Life](https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/02/hecc-cricket-academy-session/): Wondering what a cricket academy for kids actually looks like? Here is a real look inside a weekly HECC Cricket session at our Sawbridgeworth centre. # # Detailed Content ## Pages > Fun, expert-led holiday cricket camps at HECC near Bishop's Stortford and Harlow. Easter, half term and summer camps. £45 per day. Book your child's place. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/holiday-cricket-camps/ Holiday Cricket Camps Our holiday cricket camps are perfect for players of all ages and abilities. Packed with a range ofskills, plenty of games and nets throughout the day, every camp is run by our highly qualifiedcoaches and suited to players of all ages and ability. Camps run indoors at our Sawbridgeworth centre, so the weather is never a problem. With fivelanes, plenty of space and proper coaching, your child gets a full, active and fun day while you geta few hours back. We run camps at Easter, every half term and through the summer holidays. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 What happens during a camp day A warm welcome and warm-up to get everyone moving. Coaching on batting, bowling and fielding, grouped by age and ability. Lots of games and matches, which is where children learn the most and have the most fun. Net time to put new skills into practice. Friendly, qualified coaches keeping the day safe, active and enjoyable. Camp prices and dates Holiday cricket camps are £45 per day, which includes all the coaching, games and net time. Booka single day or the whole week, and see our events page for the next dates. Looking for something different in the holidays? We also run family net hire from £28 per lane perhour, so you can come and bat together as a family. Who runs the camps Camps... > One-to-one and small-group cricket coaching near you, led by ECB Level 4 Master Coach Luke Humphrey. All ages and abilities welcome. From £60. Book today. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/private-cricket-coaching/ Private Cricket Coaching Our private one-to-one coaching sessions are tailored to each player's individual needs, focusing on improving technique, refining skills and boosting overall performance. Players of all ages and abilities can benefit from expert guidance, personalised drills and focused practice. Sessions run on our five indoor lanes all year round, so wet weather and dark winter evenings never get in the way of your progress. Book just yourself, or bring a friend or sibling for a small-group session that keeps the cost down while still giving you plenty of individual attention. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 Coaching from our highly qualified team Our coaching is led by Luke Humphrey, our Director of Coaching and an ECB Level 4 Master Coach, one of the highest coaching qualifications in the English game. Luke has been a Lead Batting Coach for the England Talent Tests at the National Cricket Performance Centre in Loughborough and a Performance Director with Hertfordshire County Cricket Association, with more than twenty years of coaching behind him. He is supported by a strong team, including Brad Oakes, an ECB Level 3 coach who works across the Essex County Cricket Club pathway. Whatever you want to work on, batting, fast bowling, spin or wicketkeeping, there is a coach here who specialises in it. What a session looks like A clear focus agreed at the start, so every minute counts. Hands-on... > Hire indoor cricket nets near you at HECC in Sawbridgeworth. Five lanes, Bola bowling machines, open 7 days a week. From £28 per lane per hour. Book online. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/indoor-net-hire/ Indoor Cricket Nets Near You Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket Centre. Looking for indoor cricket nets near you? Our state-of-the-art nets are perfect for players of all ages and abilities, with five wide lanes you can hire seven days a week, all year round. Whether you want a quiet daytime net, club nets for your whole team, or somewhere to keep your eye in over winter, you can book your lane online in just a couple of minutes. We are at Tharbies Farm in Sawbridgeworth, a short drive from Bishop's Stortford, Harlow and Stansted, with free parking on site. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 First-class facilities on every lane Five wide lanes that let you play a full range of shots. Huge 20 metre run-ups, so bowlers can build a proper rhythm. The latest ECB specialist flooring with shock absorbers for a true bounce. Powerful lighting that makes picking up the ball easy. Bola bowling machines to hire on any lane, with an automatic feeder for solo practice. Net hire prices All prices are per lane, per hour, and we publish them in full so there are no surprises. OptionPrice Adults (18+) or mixed nets, max 8 per lane £36 per hour External coach and client £36 per hour Under 18s, family net hire or solo bowling lane (before 5pm weekdays) £28 per... > Indoor cricket nets and coaching for East and North London cricketers at HECC, on the Liverpool Street line. Five lanes and bowling machines. Book online. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/indoor-cricket-nets-london/ Indoor Cricket Nets Near London If you live or play in East or North London, the best indoor cricket centre to use may not be in central London at all. HECC sits on the Liverpool Street line, perfect for players of all ages and abilities, with five full-length lanes, Bola bowling machines on every lane, free parking and prices designed for clubs and families. Sawbridgeworth station is a direct train from London Liverpool Street, and by car we are a straightforward run out along the M11 corridor. Many London clubs and players use HECC for winter nets precisely because there is space here that central venues cannot match. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 WHY HECC CRICKET Why London cricketers choose HECC Five wide indoor lanes, so a whole club can train on the same evening rather than splitting across venues. Net hire from £28 per lane per hour, with bowling machines for £15 per hour. Block booking and prepayment discounts for clubs, including more than ten sessions. ECB-qualified coaching, including one-to-one sessions from £60. The National Fast Bowling Academy and the Spin Academy, led by former England bowler Peter Such. EASY TO REACH, EASY TO BOOKWe serve cricketers across the East and North London postcode areas, including the E, N, EN and IG districts, as well as the Essex and Hertfordshire commuter belt. Why not book today? Use the booking form,... > Cricket coaching and indoor nets for Stansted players at HECC, a short drive away in Sawbridgeworth. ECB-qualified coaches, open 7 days a week. Book now. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-stansted/ Cricket Coaching in Stansted HECC is a short drive from Stansted, giving players in Stansted Mountfitchet and the surrounding villages a specialist indoor cricket centre on their doorstep. We are perfect for players of all ages and abilities, with five full-length lanes, ECB-qualified coaches and bowling machines, open seven days a week, all year round. From one-to-one coaching for an improving junior to a winter net for a club player, HECC has the facilities and the coaching to help. Our indoor lanes mean the weather never stops play. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 What Stansted players get One-to-one and small-group coaching from £60. Indoor net hire from £28 per lane per hour, with Bola bowling machines for £15 per hour. Development squads and academies for juniors and seniors. Specialist fast bowling and spin coaching through our academies. Integrated physiotherapy with George Cooper, whose own practice is based in Stansted. Holiday cricket camps at £45 per day. Trusted coaching and careCoaching is led by ECB Level 4 Master Coach Luke Humphrey and a team of ECB-qualified coaches. For players carrying a knock, our integrated physiotherapy is delivered with Chartered Physiotherapist George Cooper, who has worked at professional clubs including West Ham United and runs his own practice in Stansted. There is free parking on site. Why not book today? Use the booking form, call us on 01279 724782 or email enquiries@heccsport. com,... > Cricket coaching and indoor net hire for Hertford players at HECC. ECB-qualified coaches, five all-weather lanes and bowling machines. Book online today. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-hertford/ Cricket Coaching in Hertford HECC gives cricketers in and around Hertford a proper indoor home for their cricket. Our Sawbridgeworth centre is perfect for players of all ages and abilities, with five full-length lanes, ECB-qualified coaches and bowling machines, open seven days a week, so you can train all year round rather than only in the summer. Whether you play for a Hertford club, want one-to-one coaching for your child, or simply want somewhere to bat and bowl over winter, HECC has the space and the expertise to help you improve. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 What is on offer One-to-one and small-group coaching from £60. Indoor net hire from £28 per lane per hour, with bowling machines for £15 per hour. Junior and senior development squads and academies. The National Fast Bowling Academy and the Spin Academy, led by former England bowler Peter Such. Holiday cricket camps at £45 per day. Coaching led by an ECB Level 4 Master Coach Our Director of Coaching, Luke Humphrey, is an ECB Level 4 Master Coach with more than twenty years of experience, including work as a Performance Director with Hertfordshire County Cricket Association. He leads a team of ECB-qualified coaches who work with Hertfordshire players every week. There is free parking on site. Why not book today? Use the booking form, call us on 01279 724782 or email enquiries@heccsport. com, and we... > Cricket coaching and indoor nets for Harlow players at HECC, about 15 minutes away. ECB-qualified coaches, five lanes and bowling machines. Book today. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-harlow/ Cricket Coaching in Harlow HECC is a short drive from Harlow, about fifteen minutes by car in Sawbridgeworth. We are aspecialist indoor cricket centre, perfect for players of all ages and abilities, with five full-lengthlanes, highly qualified coaches and bowling machines, so Harlow players can get proper coachingand net time all year round. Harlow has good indoor nets, but what it does not have locally is a full age-banded coachingpathway with ECB-qualified specialist coaches, plus the National Fast Bowling Academy and theSpin Academy on the same site. HECC is the upgrade for Harlow players who want seriouscoaching, not just a lane to hire. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 What Harlow players get at HECC One-to-one and small-group coaching from £60, with batting, bowling, spin andwicketkeeping specialists. Five wide indoor lanes with ECB specialist flooring, from £28 per lane per hour. Bola bowling machines on any lane for £15 per hour. Development squads and academies for juniors and seniors. Holiday cricket camps at £45 per day during the school breaks. Expert, local coaching Coaching is led by ECB Level 4 Master Coach Luke Humphrey, who has worked with clubs acrossthe area, including Harlow, supported by a team of ECB-qualified coaches. We are easy to reachfrom Old Harlow, Church Langley and across the CM17 to CM20 area, with free parking on site. Why not book today? Use the booking form, call us on... > Indoor cricket coaching for Bishop's Stortford players at HECC, about 10 minutes away in Sawbridgeworth. ECB-qualified coaches, year-round nets. Book now. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-bishops-stortford/ Cricket Coaching in Bishop's Stortford Looking for cricket coaching in Bishop's Stortford? HECC is just up the road in Sawbridgeworth,about ten minutes by car. We are a specialist indoor cricket centre, perfect for players of all agesand abilities, with five full-length lanes, highly qualified coaches and bowling machines, open sevendays a week, all year round. Plenty of cricket in Bishop's Stortford is brilliant but seasonal. HECC is the indoor option that runsevery day of the week, whatever the weather. If your child wants more than summer Sundays, oryou want to keep your own game sharp over winter, this is where you do it. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 What we offer Bishop's Stortford players One-to-one and small-group coaching, tailored to each player, from £60. Indoor net hire on five lanes, from £28 per lane per hour. Bola bowling machines to face real pace or groove a shot. Junior and senior development squads and academies for a clear pathway. Holiday cricket camps in the school breaks, £45 per day. Coaching you can trust Our coaching is led by Luke Humphrey, an ECB Level 4 Master Coach, supported by a team ofECB-qualified coaches. Several of our coaches have strong local ties, including work with Bishop'sStortford Cricket Club, so you are in experienced, friendly hands. We are easy to reach from across Bishop's Stortford, including the CM22 and CM23 areas, withfree parking on site.... > Join the National Fast Bowling Academy at HECC. Expert-led pace bowling coaching for young cricketers aiming for county and first-class cricket. Enquire now. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/national-fast-bowling-academy/ National Fast Bowling Academy HECC is proudly home to the National Fast Bowling Academy. The NFBA is a fast bowlingprogramme developed and managed by a team of expert coaches, current professionals andspecialist trainers, with one clear aim: to produce young fast bowlers capable of breaking into first-class county sides. Fast bowling is the hardest skill in the game to coach well. It takes a proper run-up, a strong andrepeatable action, and the physical strength to bowl quickly without breaking down. The NFBAbrings all of that together on full-length indoor lanes with 20 metre run-ups, so young quicks cantrain seriously all year round. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 What the academy offers Specialist pace bowling coaching focused on action, rhythm and pace. Real run-ups on full-length lanes, so you train the way you bowl in a match. Strength and conditioning guidance to help you bowl quicker and stay fit. A clear pathway towards club, county and first-class cricket. Because we also offer integrated physiotherapy with a Chartered Physiotherapist, young bowlerscan be screened and supported to protect their backs and bodies, which matters more in fastbowling than in any other discipline. More than just pace HECC is also home to the Spin Academy, led by former England bowler Peter Such, so whateveryour bowling style there is a specialist programme for you. Many of our young bowlers also workone-to-one with our coaches and join... > Cricket physiotherapy near you at HECC, Sawbridgeworth, with Chartered Physiotherapist George Cooper. Injury treatment, prevention and return to play. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-05 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-physiotherapy/ Cricket Physiotherapy Do physical and functional weaknesses limit your performance? Our integrated physiotherapybrings together expert cricket coaching and tailored physiotherapy to enhance your cricketingperformance. Cricket asks a lot of the body. Fast bowlers load their backs, spinners and throwers work theirshoulders, and batters and fielders pick up strains and knocks. Our service is built around theinjuries cricketers actually get, so you can be treated, rehabbed and put back into a net with theright support. Most cricket physios can only treat. Here, treatment and coaching work together,which is the difference between getting better and staying better. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 Treatment led by a Chartered Physiotherapist Our physiotherapy is delivered with George Cooper of GC Physiotherapy. George is a CharteredPhysiotherapist with extensive experience at professional clubs including Nottingham Forest,Crystal Palace and West Ham United, and in 2012 he opened his own private practice in Stansted,Essex, offering elite-level treatment to athletes of every level. Our Director of Coaching, Luke Humphrey, came to George as a patient after a back injury, andthe two now work together to combine high-performance coaching with proper rehabilitation. Thatpartnership is the heart of the service. How we can help Assessment and treatment of common cricket injuries, including back, shoulder, hamstringand ankle problems. Injury prevention and screening, so small issues do not become big ones. Return-to-play and return-to-bowl support, planned with our coaching team. Performance support to help you... - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/half-term-camp/ Half Term Camps HECC camps will provide you with a range of skills, with plenty of games and nets throughout the day that will be suited to players of all ages and ability. At times we may also play a variety of other sports to break the day up, but it is very much cricket focused. The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-14 years of age Sessions will be led by ECB qualified coaches. Easter Camp Come SEE US THIS HALF TERM This May Half Term HECC we will be running a Cricket Camp on the 26th, 27th & 28th of May with lots of game day scenarios to get you ready for matches. The players will also have a chance to practise their batting and bowling in the nets with our fully qualified ECB cricket coaches. Please bring a packed lunch and water bottle with you, and wear comfortable sports wear and clean trainers. If you have hard ball kit please bring this if you want to be in a hard ball net, don't worry if you aren't hard ball ready yet the camps are designed for everyone. Details Dates26 May 26 - 28 May 26Start Time10:00End Time16:00Places Available30Venue NameHECCSport Centre for CricketAge Range6 - 14 YearsRatesAll 1 day£45All 3 days£120 Venue Map: indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more... - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/fielding-workshop/ Fielding Workshop The most overlooked part of the game is arguably the most important The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-15 years of age Sessions will be led by ECB qualified coaches. Fielding Workshop Improve your Fielding The most overlooked part of the game is arguably the most important- Fielding. Don't avoid it, be the best that you can be. Learn the art and mechanics of throwing safely and like a bullet. Catching drills for a range of fielding positions Wicket Keeping - Posture, hands and movement Details Dates29th MayStart Time12:30End Time14:30Places Available12Venue NameHECCSport Centre for CricketRatesAll 1 day£35 Venue Map: indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4 5 Lane 5 Add-on Services (optional) Your lane booking is already included. Select any extras you'd like to add: Bowling Machine Hire Automated bowling machine session +£15. 00 per hour Choose Your Time Checking availability... Your Information Full Name *Phone Number *Email Address *Special Requests Review & Confirm Reservation Details Date - Time - Lanes - Name - Email - Phone - Add-ons Special Requests: Discount Code Apply Deposit Required £0. 00 A deposit of £36. 00 per lane is required to secure your reservation. This will be deducted from your final bill. ← Back Next → Confirm Reservation Reservation... - Published: 2026-03-27 - Modified: 2026-06-04 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/batting-workshop/ Batting Workshop Get the very best : the basics and the truth about technique, understanding how everyday movement will make you a better batter. The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-15 years of age Sessions will be led by ECB qualified coaches. Batting Workshop Improve your batting Get the very best : the basics and the truth about technique, understanding how everyday movement will make you a better batter. - Runs are your currency. Develop game plans to hit your best scoring areas to survive and thrive. - Versus Spin and Pace -Bat V Ball - Bring it all together with scenarios and match play that you won't want to miss out! Ages: 11-17 years of age - All ages can be accommodated for BUT players must be hardball ready and experienced cricketers. The Coaches: All sessions will be led by Head Coach Luke Humphrey (ECB qualified Level 4 Coach) who specialises in Batting coaching and working with the National Fast Bowling Academy and the Spin Academy. He will also have Adam Pearce (ECB qualified Level 2 Coach) who has a degree in sport and Exercise Psychology. Details Dates29th MayStart Time15:00End Time17:00Places Available12Venue NameHECCSport Centre for CricketRatesAll 1 day£35 Venue Map: indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4... - Published: 2026-03-27 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/bowling-workshop/ Bowling Workshop Discover the secrets to bowl faster - Access the mechanics, drills and bowling speeds that you can achieve. The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-15 years of age Sessions will be led by ECB qualified coaches. Bowling Workshop Improve your bowling Pace - Discover the secrets to bowl faster - Access the mechanics, drills and bowling speeds that you can achieve. - Spin - Learn the nest drills, techniques and tactics to drive your game to another level! - Bat V Ball - Bring it all together with scenarios and match play that you won't want to miss out! Ages: 11-17 years of ages - All ages can be accommodated for BUT players must be hard ball ready and experienced cricketers. The coaches: All sessions will be led by Head Coach Luke Humphrey (ECB qualified Level 4 Coach) who specialises in Batting coaching and working with the National Fast Bowling Academy and the Spin Academy. He will also have Adam Pearce (ECB qualified Level 2 Coach) who has a degree in sport and Exercise Psychology. Details Dates29th MayStart Time10:00End Time12:00Places Available12Venue NameHECCSport Centre for CricketRatesAll 1 day£35 Venue Map: indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4 5 Lane 5 Add-on Services (optional) Your lane booking is... > Meet our ECB-qualified coaching team led by Luke Humphrey. Learn about our state-of-the-art indoor cricket facility in Sawbridgeworth and our cricket development programmes. - Published: 2026-03-02 - Modified: 2026-06-04 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/about-us/ About Us The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 Hecc Cricket The HECC Cricket School Hertfordshire & Essex Cricket Centre (HECC Sport) offers expert cricket coaching for players of all ages and abilities. Our purpose-built indoor and outdoor facilities provide the perfect environment for year-round training, helping players improve their batting, bowling, and fielding skills. Led by ECB-qualified coaches, we support everyone from beginners to aspiring county players. At HECC Sport, our goal is to develop confidence, skill, and a lifelong love of cricket in every player. Meet The Team Luke Humphrey Luke began his coaching career in 1998 as an ECB Level 1 Coach and joined the family business full-time in 2002. By 2003, he became one of the youngest ECB Level 3 coaches in England and spent eight years working with Hertfordshire County Cricket Association as an Age Group Coach, Emerging Players Programme Head Coach, and Performance Director. He also gained experience with disabled schools and the Chance to Shine initiative. Luke has worked with the England Lions, serving as Lead Batting Coach for the England Talent Tests at the National Cricket Performance Centre in Loughborough. In 2010, he was selected for the prestigious ECB Level 4 Master Coach Award. He has served as specialist batting coach for Hertfordshire CC, head coach for the East Cricket Academy, and led the National Fast Bowling Academy at HECC, which was praised by ECB... > Join our winter indoor cricket league at HECC. Junior leagues (U9-U15) and adult divisions. Keep your skills sharp through winter. Register your team today. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/indoor-league/ Indoor League The HECC hosts the winter indoor leagues, which include under 9, 11, 13, and 15 Junior leagues as well as a robust adult league. Boys and girls, men and women are all welcome to join. Why play in the HECC Indoor League: Indoor games are basically like the perfect, complete virtual net, allowing you to practice all aspects of the game, all in one hour. The fast and intense pace of the games really do sharpen up your senses. Helps you develop much needed and underused skills such as decision making, running between wickets, manipulating the ball into gaps. Keeps young players involved in the game through the long winter. Great for keeping team spirit throughout the off season. Also it’s simply great fun. Excellent learning tool for young cricketers (and adults! ! ) HECC CRICKET Get involved HECC CRICKET Indoor League 2025-2026 Indoor League Results:Under 11 Winners: Sawbridgeworth CC – TigersUnder 13 Winners: The Bishops Stortford High SchoolUnder 15 Winners: The Bishops Stortford High School Under 15’sAdults League: Matching Green CCWe will booking to open our registration for next years 26/27 Indoor League from Sept 2026, if you would like to get in touch about any of our indoor leagues please email lauren@heccsport. com for more details. Please Note Registration FeesAdult Junior£96 £54Match FeesAdult Junior£48 per team £48 per team indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select... > Contact HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth. Call 01279 724782 or email enquiries@heccsport.com. Find us at Tharbies Farm, Sawbridgeworth CM21 0LL. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/contact-us/ Contact Us Contact us HECC Cricket Contact Us Tel: 01279 724782 Email: enquiries@heccsport. com Email: luke@heccsport. com Email: lauren@heccsport. com HECC Cricket Tharbies Farm Sawbridgeworth CM21 0LL indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4 5 Lane 5 Add-on Services (optional) Your lane booking is already included. Select any extras you'd like to add: Bowling Machine Hire Automated bowling machine session +£15. 00 per hour Choose Your Time Checking availability... Your Information Full Name *Phone Number *Email Address *Special Requests Review & Confirm Reservation Details Date - Time - Lanes - Name - Email - Phone - Add-ons Special Requests: Discount Code Apply Deposit Required £0. 00 A deposit of £36. 00 per lane is required to secure your reservation. This will be deducted from your final bill. ← Back Next → Confirm Reservation Reservation Confirmed! Booking ID: A confirmation email has been sent to your email address. Make Another Reservation Hecc cricket is proudly... Home to renowned academies Home of the National Fast Bowling Academy The NFBA is a fast bowling programme developed and managed by a team of expert coaches, current professionals and specialised trainers to produce young fast bowlers capable of breaking into first-class county sides. Home of the Spin Academy The Spin Academy... > Cricket academy for Year 7 and 8 players ready to take their game to the next level. Specialist coaching with exclusive facility access at HECC. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-09-04 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/emerging-academy/ Emerging Academy (11-13) Overview Age: U12 – U13 Term 1: Thursday 10th September – 17th September 2026 (excluding 29th October 2026) Term 2: January – March 2027 Term 3: April – July 2027 Time: 6-7. 30pm The Emerging Academy (EA) follows on from the Junior Academy and caters for players in Year 7 and 8 who show real commitment and passion for cricket. EA encourages motivated young talent to be the very best that they can be. We create an environment that supports their love and thirst for the game, driving individual improvement through focused training and expert guidance. To maintain the right working atmosphere, EA is by invitation only, based on the coaches' prior knowledge of each player. If a player is unknown to our coaching staff, they would need to be assessed in a one-off trial before joining the programme. HECC CRICKET APPLY FOR EMERGING ACADEMY HECC CRICKET EMERGING ACADEMY EA has the benefit of exclusive use of HECC during training hours. The programme exposes young cricketers to the importance of the basics of all disciplines to provide a robust technique. Not only this EA allows them to development the game sense and awareness to be successful at a high level and leading into representative and adult cricket. Included:Fully qualified ECB Coaches, (Level 4-2)Bola bowling machinesPsychology programmeVideo analysisSpecialist coaching for batting, bowling and fieldingDevelopment drills, matches, net scenarios and moreSessions are 1 hour and 30 mins and ran by Luke and the HECC coaching team, the sessions run... > Cricket development programme for ages 6-11. Build skills, learn the game and prepare for hardball cricket with expert ECB-qualified coaches at HECC Cricket. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-09-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/junior-development-squad/ Junior Development Squad (Years 1-6) Overview Term 1: 8th September 15th December 2026 ( excl 27. 10. 2026) Term 2: January March 2027 Term 3: April July 2027 Years 1 & 2: 5pm Years 3 & 4: 6pm Years 5 & 6: 7pm Junior Development Squads (JDS) provide young and enthusiastic beginners with the skills and knowledge to become hardball-ready cricketers. These skills and the confidence for players to use them are developed during a holistic coaching programme, using skill set drills, small-sided games, video feedback and matchplay. The programme's values and the promotion of key life skills (including respect, discipline, commitment, patience, perseverance, confidence, listening and a solid work ethic), combined with the principles of the Long Term Athlete Development Model (LTAD), ensures that your child will grow not only as a cricketer but also as a young person. HECC CRICKET APPLY FOR Junior Development Squad HECC CRICKET Junior Development Squad JDS has 3 main objectives:to develop fundamental cricket skills across batting, bowling and fieldingto introduce the tactical understanding and game awareness needed for competitive cricketto build confidence, character and key life skills through cricket educationThe programme is structured across three levels to match your child's age and development stage. Each level focuses on creating the right environment to learn and develop cricket skills, and can also be used to complement one-to-one sessions. Programme Details:Sessions run over the course of three terms. Term 1: 8th September to 15th December 2026 (excluding 27th October 2026)Term 2: January to March 2027Term... > Intensive cricket academy for talented players aged 8-11. Expert coaching to develop advanced young cricketers at HECC Cricket Sawbridgeworth. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-09-04 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/junior-academy/ Junior Academy (8-11) Overview Age: U8 – U11 years Trial: Sunday 6th September 2026, 5-6pm & 6-7pm Term 1: Sunday 13th September – 13th December 2026 (excluding 25th October) Term 2: January – March 2027 Term 3: April – July 2027 Time: 4. 30-6pm The Junior Academy gives young cricketers aged 8–11 the skills, confidence and cricket knowledge to take their game to the next level. Through a structured and engaging coaching programme — featuring technical drills, small-sided games, video feedback and competitive matchplay — players develop the hardball-ready foundations needed for serious cricket. Underpinned by the Long Term Athlete Development Model (LTAD), the Academy places equal importance on character as it does on cricket. Key life values — including respect, discipline, commitment, perseverance and a strong work ethic — are woven into every session, ensuring your child grows both as a cricketer and as a person. HECC CRICKET APPLY FOR Junior Academy HECC CRICKET Junior Academy JDS has 3 main objectives:to develop fundamental cricket skills across batting, bowling and fieldingto introduce the tactical understanding and game awareness needed for competitive cricketto build confidence, character and key life skills through cricket educationThe programme is structured across three levels to match your child's age and development stage. Each level focuses on creating the right environment to learn and develop cricket skills, and can also be used to complement one-to-one sessions. Programme Details:Sessions run over the course of three terms. Trial: Sunday 6th September 2026, 5-6pm and 6-7pmTerm 1: 13th September to... > Cricket development programme for ages 12-14. Advanced coaching to help young cricketers reach their full potential with ECB-qualified coaches at HECC. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-09-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/senior-development-squad/ Senior Development Squad (Years 7-9) Overview Term 1: 8th September – 15th December 2026 (excluding 27th October 2026) Term 2: January – March 2027 Term 3: April – July 2027 Tuesdays – 8pm Over the coming years, the Senior Development Squad (SDS) will take you out of the playground and move you towards a player-led learning environment. The programme continues to build on the experience of the Junior Development Squad and other coaching you may have received, improving, refining and expanding the skills and disciplines of your game. HECC CRICKET APPLY FOR senior development squad HECC CRICKET senior development squad Please Note Over the coming years, the Senior Development Squad (SDS) will take you out of the playground and move you towards a player-led learning environment. The programme continues to build on the experience of the Junior Development Squad and other coaching you may have received, improving, refining and expanding the skills and disciplines of your game. Importantly, SDS is designed to encourage you to take ownership of your development and enhance your understanding and awareness of your own game. Our coaching staff will be on hand to support this transition, not to lead it. SDS has 3 main objectives:to develop technical skills across all cricket disciplines with increasing independenceto encourage ownership of personal development and game awarenessto support the transition from junior cricket to more competitive youth cricketThe programme's strong values promote respect, discipline, commitment and a solid work ethic. Combined with the 'Training to Train' principles of the... > Elite cricket academy for ages 14-18. Top of the HECC pathway, supporting young adults to become serious cricketers with expert guidance. - Published: 2026-01-23 - Modified: 2026-09-04 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/senior-academy/ Senior Academy (14+) Overview Age: 14-18 yrs Term 1: Thursday 10th September – 17th September 2026 (excluding 29th October 2026) Term 2: January – March 2027 Term 3: April – July 2027 Thursday, 19:30-21:00 The Senior Academy (SA) sits at the top of The HECC Cricket School’s educational pathway and strives to provide a player-led learning environment, supporting your development both as a player and as a person. HECC CRICKET APPLY FOR SENIOR ACADEMY HECC CRICKET SENIOR ACADEMY In line with ‘Training to Compete’ principles of the Long Term Athlete Development programme, the SA offers players support from coaches in managing and engineering an optimum environment for learning to occur. The responsibility lies with players to take ownership of their own game to work on the enhancement of all cricket specific skills (including technical tactical, physical, mental and lifestyle) and focus on game awareness and competitive development. SA has 3 main objectives:to facilitate and foster individual developmentto fully prepare SA members for successful matchplay experiencesto provide meaningful and inspiring matchplay experiences . To this end the Senior Academy also offers a new team and matchplay focus to its outcomes. The following are being planned at the present time:Worldwide cricket tours – players wanted. Join us on our Mumbai, India tour in October 2026. Please enquire for details. Continued integration of our young players in to The Winter Indoor LeagueIntroduction of Senior Academy summer fixtures against club teams (please note that these games will be be in addition to and support... - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/one-to-one-and-small-group-cricket-coaching/ One to One & Small Group Coaching This is the top end of our coaching service. A great way to get focused training at a pace that is right for you. It focuses on three main areas, click the links below to find out more about what’s on offer. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 HECC CRICKET Request one-to-one coaching Indoor Cricket Nets atHerts & Essex Cricket Centre Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket Centre. Perfect for players of all ages and abilities, our state‑of‑the‑art indoor nets provide the ideal environment for year‑round practice, coaching and fun. 1-to-1 coaching "Our private one-to-one coaching sessions are tailored to each player’s individual needs, focusing on improving technique, refining skills, and boosting overall performance. Players of all ages and abilities can benefit from expert guidance, personalised drills, and focused practice. Find out more Private Hire Did you know? Many players want some alone time and practice without the distraction and book a daytime Solo Special. Just you, the bowling machine and the automatic feeder, or simply a net for bowling practice. Find out more Academies Our cricket academies provide a clear pathway for players of all ages, from beginner juniors to advanced seniors, focusing on skill development, game understanding, and performance growth. Find out more Hecc cricket is proudly... Home to renowned academies Home of the National Fast... > Professional video analysis to improve your cricket technique. Expert technical review of your batting and bowling at HECC Cricket Sawbridgeworth. - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/video-analysis/ Video Analysis The most effective way of learning about yourself and cricket. Overview Video Analysis (VA) is essential for player development. Used mainly in one-to-one sessions, it allows players and coaches to review techniques in real time or slow motion, focusing on key details in bowling actions or batting grip. This precise feedback accelerates learning and performance improvement. There are two ways that you can take advantage of The HECC VA: Book an one-to-one with our Director of Coaching Book Now Book a VA Report – After your club or individual session, our Director of Coaching analyses your video footage and provides a written or verbal report. Request Report HECC CRICKET Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4 5 Lane 5 Add-on Services (optional) Your lane booking is already included. Select any extras you'd like to add: Bowling Machine Hire Automated bowling machine session +£15. 00 per hour Choose Your Time Checking availability... Your Information Full Name *Phone Number *Email Address *Special Requests Review & Confirm Reservation Details Date - Time - Lanes - Name - Email - Phone - Add-ons Special Requests: Discount Code Apply Deposit Required £0. 00 A deposit of £36. 00 per lane is required to secure your reservation. This will be deducted from your... > Integrated physiotherapy for cricketers. Injury treatment, prevention and performance support at HECC. Expert care for players of all levels. - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/integrated-physio-therapy/ Integrated PhysioTherapy Expert coaching and tailored physiotherapy to enhance your cricketing performance. Overview Do physical and functional weaknesses limit a player’s performance? This question inspired an elite integration of cricket coaching and physiotherapy led by Luke Humphrey (Director of Coaching) and George Cooper (GC Physiotherapy). George is a Chartered Physiotherapist with extensive experience at professional clubs including Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, and West Ham United. In 2012, he opened his private practice in Stansted, Essex, offering elite-level treatment to all athletes. Following a back injury, Luke undertook rehabilitation at George’s clinic and now works alongside GC Physiotherapy as HECCSport’s professional consultant. Together, we provide a high-performance environment combining coaching and rehabilitation. HECC CRICKET Get Physio Therapy indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4 5 Lane 5 Add-on Services (optional) Your lane booking is already included. Select any extras you'd like to add: Bowling Machine Hire Automated bowling machine session +£15. 00 per hour Choose Your Time Checking availability... Your Information Full Name *Phone Number *Email Address *Special Requests Review & Confirm Reservation Details Date - Time - Lanes - Name - Email - Phone - Add-ons Special Requests: Discount Code Apply Deposit Required £0. 00 A deposit of £36. 00 per lane is required to secure... > Clear cricket development pathway for ages 6-18. Junior Development Squad, Senior Development Squad, Emerging Academy and Senior Academy programmes at HECC Cricket. - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-09-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/development-squad-and-academy-pathway/ Development Squad & Academy Pathway The All-Round Cricket Education for 12-18 Year Olds. Take a look at The HECC Cricket School pathway below and when you find the suitable age range just click on the image to find out more. Junior Development Squad (Years 1–6) JDS is the first step in the cricket education for players in school years 1 to 6, developing the skills to play the game and prepares them for hardball cricket. Find Out More Senior Development Squad (Years 7–9) SDS is for players in school years 7 to 9. HECC Cricket has put together a package that will help you become the best cricketer you can be. Find Out More Junior Academy JA exists to drive talented and advanced young players to be the very best they can with an intensive coaching programme. Find Out More Emerging Academy The EA is a programme for Year 7 and 8 players who are ready to take their cricket to the next level with specialist coaching and exclusive use of our facilities. Find Out More Senior Academy SA sits at the top of the HECC Cricket School pathway, supporting young adults in becoming serious cricketers. Find Out More HECC CRICKET BOOK YOUR DEVELOPMENT SQUAD ACADEMY PATHWAY Indoor Cricket Nets atHerts & Essex Cricket Centre Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket Centre. Perfect for players of all ages and abilities, our state‑of‑the‑art indoor nets provide the ideal environment for year‑round practice, coaching and... - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-03-27 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/easter-camp/ Easter Camps HECC camps will provide you with a range of skills, with plenty of games and nets throughout the day that will be suited to players of all ages and ability. At times we may also play a variety of other sports to break the day up, but it is very much cricket focused. The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-15 years of age Sessions will be led by ECB qualified coaches. Easter Camp Come SEE US THIS EASTER This Easter HECC we will be running a Cricket Camp on the 31st of March with lots of game day scenarios to get you ready for matches when the season starts after the Easter break. The players will also have a chance to practise their batting and bowling in the nets with our fully qualified ECB cricket coaches. Please bring a packed lunch and water bottle with you, and wear comfortable sports wear and clean trainers. If you have hard ball kit please bring this if you want to be in a hard ball net, don't worry if you aren't hard ball ready yet the camps are designed for everyone. Details Dates31 Mar 26 - 31 Mar 26Start Time10:00End Time16:00Places Available30Venue NameHECCSport Centre for CricketRatesAll 1 day£45 Venue Map: indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2... > Cricket holiday camps and events for ages 6-14. Expert coaching, games and skills development. ECB-qualified coaches. Book your place at HECC Cricket. - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-07-28 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/our-events/ Events HECC events will provide you with a range of skills, with plenty of camps, workshops and masterclasses throughout the year The HECC Coaching Pathway 6-14 years of age Sessions will be led by ECB qualified coaches. Events What's going ON HECC events will provide you with a range of skills, with plenty of camps, workshops and masterclasses throughout the year indoor net hire Book your lane Book A Lane Choose Your Date & Time Open 7 days a week | 1-hour lane bookings available from 9:00am–10:00pm Select Date & Lane Preferred Date Lane Selection (Select one or more lanes) 1 Lane 1 2 Lane 2 3 Lane 3 4 Lane 4 5 Lane 5 Add-on Services (optional) Your lane booking is already included. Select any extras you'd like to add: Bowling Machine Hire Automated bowling machine session +£15. 00 per hour Choose Your Time Checking availability... Your Information Full Name *Phone Number *Email Address *Special Requests Review & Confirm Reservation Details Date - Time - Lanes - Name - Email - Phone - Add-ons Special Requests: Discount Code Apply Deposit Required £0. 00 A deposit of £36. 00 per lane is required to secure your reservation. This will be deducted from your final bill. ← Back Next → Confirm Reservation Reservation Confirmed! Booking ID: A confirmation email has been sent to your email address. Make Another Reservation Indoor Cricket Nets at Herts & Essex Cricket Centre Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket... > Private cricket coaching tailored to your needs. One-to-one and small group sessions with ECB-qualified coaches at HECC. Book your session today. - Published: 2026-01-22 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/one-to-one-small-group-hi-performance-cricket-coaching/ One to one, small group & Hi-performance cricket coaching This is the top end of our coaching service. A great way to get focused training at a pace that is right for you. It focuses on three main areas, click the links below to find out more about what’s on offer. The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – Ages 5-11 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 Your Top-Rated Services One to One & Small Group Coaching Investing in you and your game. Take a look at the variety of programmes on offer best suited to you. Find out more Video Analysis Video Analysis is vital to the development of all cricketers. A great learning tool and a real must for the dedicated player. Find out more Integrated Physiotherapy Find out more about the elite integration of cricket coaching and physiotherapy led by Luke Humphrey (Director of Coaching) and George Cooper (GC Physiotherapy). Find out more HECC CRICKET Request one-to-one coaching Indoor Cricket Nets atHerts & Essex Cricket Centre Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket Centre. Perfect for players of all ages and abilities, our state‑of‑the‑art indoor nets provide the ideal environment for year‑round practice, coaching and fun. 1-to-1 coaching "Our private one-to-one coaching sessions are tailored to each player’s individual needs, focusing on improving technique, refining skills, and boosting overall performance. Players of all ages and abilities can benefit from expert guidance, personalised drills,... - Published: 2026-01-13 - Modified: 2026-01-13 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cart/ You may be interested in... Your cart is currently empty! New in store - Published: 2026-01-13 - Modified: 2026-01-13 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/my-account/ Dashboard Orders Downloads Addresses Account details Log out Hello admin (not admin? Log out) From your account dashboard you can view your recent orders, manage your shipping and billing addresses, and edit your password and account details. - Published: 2026-01-13 - Modified: 2026-01-13 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/manager-portal/ TWELVE Manager Portal Staff Access Only Username Password Login Booking Management Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Refresh Logout View Date: Loading bookings... > Expert cricket coaching for all ages at our indoor facility in Sawbridgeworth. ECB-qualified coaches, academies, holiday camps and net hire. Home of the National Fast Bowling Academy. - Published: 2026-01-08 - Modified: 2026-09-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/ The Herts and Essex Cricket Centre A specialist training facility providing quality cricket training for individuals, schools and clubs. Join our Academy Get coaching The HECC Coaching Pathway Junior & Senior Development Squads – School Years 1-9 Emerging Academy – Ages 12 & 13 Senior Academy – Ages 14-18 Courses & Events The HECC Cricket School At HECC, we have the facilities and expertise to meet any coaching requirement, for all ages and abilities. Click below to choose the type of coaching you’re interested in. HECC offers a variety of specialist services, including one-to-one and small group programmes. In addition, we provide year-round high-performance options, including integrated physiotherapy for injured players or those looking to take their game to the next level. Find out more Indoor Cricket Nets atHerts & Essex Cricket Centre Welcome to the ultimate indoor cricket experience at the Herts & Essex Cricket Centre. Perfect for players of all ages and abilities, our state‑of‑the‑art indoor nets provide the ideal environment for year‑round practice, coaching and fun. 1-to-1 coaching "Our private one-to-one coaching sessions are tailored to each player’s individual needs, focusing on improving technique, refining skills, and boosting overall performance. Players of all ages and abilities can benefit from expert guidance, personalised drills, and focused practice. Find out more Private Hire Did you know? Many players want some alone time and practice without the distraction and book a daytime Solo Special. Just you, the bowling machine and the automatic feeder, or simply a net for bowling practice.... ## Posts > What makes an Essex cricket centre different from a local sports hall? Here is a look at the facilities and coaching that set HECC apart. - Published: 2026-07-31 - Modified: 2026-07-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/what-makes-hecc-different-from-local-sports-hall/ If you have ever practised cricket in a school sports hall or a general leisure centre, you will know it is not quite the same as playing on a pitch. The floor might be too bouncy, the ceiling might be too low, and there is often another sport going on right next to you. So what actually makes a dedicated Essex cricket centre different, and why does it matter for your game? At HECC, we are not a shared sports hall that happens to fit in a cricket net once a week. We are a purpose-built, dedicated cricket facility, and that difference shapes everything from the floor beneath your feet to the coaching you receive. Built for cricket, not just borrowed for it A general sports hall is designed to host badminton, five-a-side football, netball and dozens of other activities. Cricket is usually squeezed in as an afterthought, with a net rigged up between basketball hoops on a floor built for trainers, not batting pads. Our indoor net hire space is different. The flooring uses ECB specialist matting with shock absorbers underneath, so the ball behaves the way it would outdoors on a good pitch, with a true and predictable bounce. The lanes are wide enough for a full range of shots, and the run-ups stretch to twenty metres, giving bowlers proper room to build rhythm rather than pulling up short because the wall is too close. Lighting matters too. Multi-sport halls are usually lit for general visibility, not for... > Comparing cricket camp options in Hertfordshire against after school clubs? Here is how each works and which might suit your child best. - Published: 2026-07-24 - Modified: 2026-07-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-camp-hertfordshire-vs-after-school-clubs/ If your child loves cricket, you have probably already worked out that there is more than one way to keep them playing outside of school hours. Two of the most popular options are a school holiday camp and a regular after-school club. Both can be brilliant, but they work in very different ways. This guide breaks down how each option works, what it costs in terms of time and money, and how it fits into a longer coaching pathway. By the end, you should have a clearer idea of which suits your child, or whether a mix of both might be the answer. What is a cricket camp? A cricket camp, like our Easter Camp, runs during the school holidays rather than during term time. It is usually a full day, or a run of consecutive days, packed with coaching, games, and match scenarios. Camps are led by qualified coaches and tend to move at a faster pace than a weekly club session. Because everyone is there for several hours in one go, there is time to work on batting, bowling, and fielding in the same day, rather than spreading it thinly across a single hour each week. Our Half Term Camp is a good example. It gives children a concentrated block of cricket during a week when school is not on, which suits families who want their child active and occupied during the holidays without a long-term weekly commitment. What is an after-school club? An after-school club is a... > A parent's guide to finding the right cricket lessons in Bishops Stortford, covering age groups, coaching pathways and what to expect at HECC. - Published: 2026-07-17 - Modified: 2026-07-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-lessons-in-bishops-stortford/ If you are looking for cricket lessons near Bishops Stortford, you are not short of choice. But finding the right fit for your child, at the right age and stage, can feel like a bit of a maze. This guide walks you through the coaching pathway that most young cricketers follow, so you know exactly what to look for and what a first lesson usually involves. Just a short drive from Bishops Stortford, over the border in Sawbridgeworth, HECC Cricket runs a full indoor coaching programme for children of all ages and abilities. Being indoors means sessions run all year round, whatever the weather is doing outside. Where Does My Child Start? The starting point depends on your child's age. Most coaching pathways in the UK, including guidance set out by the England and Wales Cricket Board on junior cricket, are built around introducing skills gradually, rather than throwing children straight into full matches. For younger children, the focus is on fun, movement and basic hand-eye coordination. As children get older, sessions become more structured, with proper technique, game understanding and eventually hardball cricket. The Coaching Pathway, Age by Age Here is a simple breakdown of how the pathway usually works: Stage Typical Age What It Focuses On Junior Development Squad 6 to 11 Basic skills, fun games, introduction to the sport Junior Academy 8 to 11 More structured technique, video feedback, matchplay Emerging Academy 12 to 13 Bridging the gap to senior-level cricket Senior Academy 14 to 18 Advanced... > Looking for a cricket bowling coach near you? Here is what to check before you book, from coaching badges to facilities and session structure. - Published: 2026-07-10 - Modified: 2026-07-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/how-to-choose-cricket-bowling-coach-near-you/ Finding a bowling coach is easy. Finding the right one takes a bit more digging. A quick search for "cricket bowling coach near me" will bring up plenty of names, but not all coaching is the same, and not all coaches offer the same level of support. Before you book a session, it helps to know exactly what you are paying for. This guide walks through the key things to check, so you can pick a coach who actually suits what you or your child needs. Start with the coach's qualifications Anyone can call themselves a cricket coach, but not everyone holds a recognised qualification. In England and Wales, coaches are usually trained through the ECB pathway, which runs from entry level courses right up to advanced and specialist awards. You can see the different levels and what each one covers on the ECB coaching courses page. As a simple rule, the higher the qualification level, the more technical detail a coach should be able to spot and correct. That matters a lot for bowling, where small changes to action, alignment or run-up can affect both performance and safety. Before booking, it is worth asking a coach directly what level they hold and how long they have been coaching bowling specifically, rather than cricket in general. Check whether the coaching happens indoors or outdoors Weather has a bigger effect on bowling practice than most people expect. Rain, wind and poor light can all cut a session short or change how... > Planning a party or team event? Find out how cricket net hire at HECC works for birthday celebrations, corporate days and group bookings. - Published: 2026-07-03 - Modified: 2026-07-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-net-hire-birthday-parties-team-events-hecc/ Not everyone who books a lane at HECC is there for solo practice. A lot of our bookings are groups looking for something a bit different, birthday parties, work socials, stag and hen dos, school trips and club get-togethers. If you have never booked a cricket net for a group before, here is everything you need to know. Why book a cricket net for a group event? Cricket nets are not just for players who already know what they are doing. A group session is a brilliant way to try something new together, whether that is a birthday party, a corporate team day out, or just a fun excuse to get everyone together indoors. Our Indoor Net Hire facility has five wide lanes, so a big group can split across several lanes and everyone gets a proper turn. It works well for: Birthday parties, for both kids and adults Stag and hen groups looking for something active and different Corporate team days and work socials School trips and holiday clubs Family gatherings where not everyone plays cricket regularly How group net hire works Booking for a group is much the same as booking a solo lane, you just need to think about numbers and timings a bit more. Here is a simple breakdown of what to expect. What you need to know Details Lane capacity Up to 8 people per lane for adult or mixed groups Number of lanes Five lanes available, so larger groups can spread across more than... > Make every minute of your cricket lane hire count with five simple drills for batting, bowling and fielding. Ideal for solo or pair training sessions. - Published: 2026-06-22 - Modified: 2026-07-07 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-lane-hire-drills-try-your-next-session/ Booking a lane is the easy part. Knowing what to do once you are in there is what separates a useful session from an hour of aimless hitting. These five drills give your cricket lane hire a clear structure, whether you are training alone, with a partner or in a small group. Quick session plan Drill Focus Time Players needed 1. Target bowling Bowling accuracy 15 mins 1+ 2. Bowling machine reps Batting practice 15 mins 1+ 3. Shot selection game Decision making 10 mins 2 4. Pairs throwdowns Timing and placement 10 mins 2 5. Fielding finisher Catching and reactions 10 mins 2+ 1. Target bowling Place a cone or marker on a good length and aim to hit it as often as possible in a set of 30 balls. Keep score each week so you can track your bowling accuracy over time. If you want expert help with your run-up, action and consistency, our bowling workshop covers pace and spin in detail. 2. Bowling machine repetition A bowling machine delivers the same ball again and again, which makes it perfect for grooving one shot at a time. Pick a single stroke, such as the cover drive, and face 30 deliveries focused only on that movement. Bola machines are available to add to any booking when you arrange cricket net hire at HECC. 3. Shot selection game Have your partner mix up their deliveries while you call "attack", "defend" or "leave" before playing each ball. This trains your brain... > Compare cricket coaching options in Sawbridgeworth, from one-to-one sessions to academy squads. Find the right programme for your age and ability. - Published: 2026-06-15 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-in-sawbridgeworth/ Looking for cricket coaching in Sawbridgeworth but not sure where to start? With several programmes on offer at HECC Cricket, the right choice depends on your age, your ability and what you want from the game. This guide compares the options so you can pick the programme that fits. The two main routes There are two ways to train at HECC Cricket. The first is the squad route, where you join a group programme through our development squad and academy pathway. The second is private training through one-to-one and small group coaching, where sessions are built around you. Many players do both. The squad gives you regular structured training, while one-to-one sessions help you fix specific problems or sharpen a particular skill. Squad pathway or one-to-one coaching? Squad pathway One-to-one coaching Best for Regular development with players your age Targeted work on your own game Ages 6 to 18, grouped by stage All ages and abilities Format Group sessions through the season Private sessions with an ECB-qualified coach Focus Skills, game understanding and teamwork Technique, tailored drills and fast progress Which programme matches you? Complete beginners (ages 6 to 11). Start with the Junior Development Squad. It teaches the basic skills of the game and prepares young players for hardball cricket in a fun, supportive setting. The ECB junior cricket guidance explains how age-appropriate formats help children enjoy the game and progress at their own pace, and our junior programmes follow the same approach. Club juniors (ages 12 to 14).... > Everything Hertfordshire teachers need to know about cricket coaching for schools. ECB-qualified coaches, indoor sessions and easy booking for PE lessons. - Published: 2026-06-10 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/cricket-coaching-for-schools-in-hertfordshire/ Planning cricket for PE lessons can feel like hard work. You need qualified coaches, a safe venue, the right equipment and a backup plan for bad weather. This guide explains how cricket coaching for schools in Hertfordshire works at HECC, and what teachers and headteachers should look for when booking. Why bring your school to a cricket centre? Cricket builds hand-eye coordination, teamwork and confidence. The challenge for most schools is delivering it well. Few schools have proper nets, bowling machines or staff with specialist cricket training. That is where a dedicated centre helps. At HECC in Sawbridgeworth, on the Hertfordshire and Essex border, every session is run by ECB-qualified coaches in a purpose-built indoor facility. Pupils get more time batting, bowling and fielding, and teachers get a session that runs itself. Sessions never get rained off British weather is the enemy of school sport. With an indoor venue, your PE lessons go ahead whatever the forecast. Our indoor cricket nets include five full-length lanes with bowling machines, so a whole class can train at once with no wasted time. How a school session works Each visit is planned around your class size, age group and ability. A typical session looks like this: Stage What happens Time Warm-up Fun games to get pupils moving 10 minutes Skills Batting, bowling and fielding drills in rotating groups 30 minutes Game play Small-sided matches to put skills into action 15 minutes Cool-down Stretching and review of what pupils learned 5 minutes Group sizes... > Looking for a cricket coach in Sawbridgeworth? Learn what to check, from ECB qualifications to coaching style, before you book your first session. - Published: 2026-06-05 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/how-to-choose-a-cricket-coach-in-sawbridgeworth/ Finding the right cricket coach can change how quickly you improve and how much you enjoy the game. Whether you are a junior player, a parent, or an adult returning to cricket, knowing what to look for makes the decision much easier. Here is what to check before you book a cricket coach in Sawbridgeworth. Check Their Qualifications Start with the basics. A good coach should hold a recognised qualification from the England and Wales Cricket Board. The ECB Foundation Coach is the entry level award, and many coaches go on to complete Core, Advanced, or Specialist qualifications. An ECB qualified coach has been trained to run safe, structured sessions, and will hold a valid safeguarding certificate and DBS check. Never be afraid to ask about this. Look for Experience With Your Age Group Coaching an eight-year-old is very different from coaching a county-level teenager or a club senior. Ask whether the coach regularly works with players at your stage. A coach who understands player development knows when to focus on fun and fundamentals, and when to push technique harder. At HECC, our ECB qualified coaching team works with players from beginners through to academy and senior level, so sessions are always matched to the player. Think About Coaching Style Every player learns differently. Some respond to detailed technical feedback, while others improve fastest through games and repetition. Before you commit, ask how the coach structures a typical session and how they track progress. Tools such as video analysis can... > Plan pre-season training with club cricket nets hire at HECC. Five indoor lanes, bowling machines and block bookings for cricket clubs. Book online today. - Published: 2026-06-02 - Modified: 2026-06-11 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/pre-season-sorted-club-cricket-nets-hire/ The new season always arrives faster than you expect. One minute it is January, the next your first fixture is two weeks away and half the squad has not picked up a bat since September. Good pre-season training does not happen by accident. It needs a plan, a venue and a regular slot in everyone's diary. This guide is for club committees and captains organizing club cricket nets hire between January and April. Here is how to get it right. How many sessions does a squad need? Most clubs aim for 10 to 12 weekly sessions before the season starts. That gives players enough time to rebuild technique, sharpen reactions and get match ready without cramming everything into March. Start date Weekly sessions before late April Best for Early January 14 to 16 Clubs with large squads or junior sections Early February 10 to 12 Most clubs (the sweet spot) Early March 6 to 8 A late push, better than nothing Booking one lane for 10 weeks costs less than you might think, and splitting the fee across a full squad keeps it affordable for everyone. Splitting lanes between batters and bowlers A common mistake is cramming the whole squad into one lane. Players spend most of the evening waiting and very little time training. A better approach with our indoor cricket nets is to book two or three of the five lanes and rotate: Lane 1: Bowlers working in pairs with a batter, focusing on line and length Lane... > Curious about what a cricket centre near you provides? HECC Cricket answers the most common questions about facilities, coaching, and bookings. - Published: 2026-05-29 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/what-does-a-cricket-centre-actually-offer-your-questions-answered/ If you have been searching for cricket practice near me and are not sure what to expect, you are not alone. Here are the most common questions we get asked before a first visit. What is a cricket centre? A cricket centre is a dedicated indoor facility built specifically for cricket training. Unlike a general sports hall, a purpose-built centre has features designed around the sport: full-length lanes, specialist flooring, high-powered lighting, and bowling machines. It means players can train all year round, whatever the weather. HECC Cricket is based in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, and offers a full range of services for players from age five upwards. You can find out more on the HECC Cricket About Us page. What facilities are available? At HECC you get five wide indoor lanes, 20-metre run-ups for bowlers, ECB-approved specialist flooring with shock absorbers, high-powered lux lighting, and Bola bowling machines available to hire. The facility is open seven days a week from 9am to 10pm. Who can use a cricket centre? Anyone. Cricket centres cater for all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to players aiming for county squads. At HECC, the academy pathway covers players from age 6 right through to 18 and above, with programmes including the Junior Development Squad, Emerging Academy, and Senior Academy. Adult net hire and family sessions are also available. The ECB also has helpful guidance on getting young players involved in the game at every stage. Visit the ECB Junior Cricket page for information on national... > Looking for cricket practice near you in Hertfordshire or Essex? Here is how to find the right facility and make every session count. - Published: 2026-05-22 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/best-ways-to-find-quality-cricket-practice-near-you/ Finding quality cricket practice near you takes more than a quick search. Not every indoor cricket centre offers the same facilities, coaching, or value for money. Here is what to look for so you can make the right choice. Look for ECB-Qualified Coaches The most important thing to check is whether a facility employs coaches with recognised qualifications from the England and Wales Cricket Board. ECB-qualified coaches have completed formal training in player development and session planning. You can read more about what each level means on the ECB coaching courses page. A good facility will be proud to tell you about its coaching team. If a centre is vague about qualifications, that is a warning sign. Check the Lanes, Surface, and Equipment Lane width, run-up space, and surface quality all affect how useful a session is. Wide lanes let batters play their full range of shots. Long run-ups (20 metres or more) make sessions realistic for pace bowlers. ECB-approved flooring replicates outdoor pitch conditions and reduces strain on joints. Bowling machines are also worth asking about. A Bola machine with an automatic feeder lets you repeat the same delivery hundreds of times without needing a partner, which is one of the most efficient ways to improve your batting. What to check What good looks like Coach qualifications ECB Level 2 or above Lane width Wide enough for all shots Run-up length 20 metres or more Surface ECB-approved with shock absorbers Bowling machines Available to hire Opening hours 7 days... > Not sure if you need a cricket bowling coach near you? Here are 5 signs it is time to book a session with an ECB-qualified coach at HECC Cricket. - Published: 2026-05-15 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/5-signs-you-are-ready-for-cricket-bowling-coach/ Putting in the work at training but not getting the results you want? You are not alone. Many bowlers reach a point where practising on their own stops working. The problem is usually not effort; it is a lack of expert guidance. Here are five clear signs that you are ready to work with a cricket bowling coach. 1. Your Line and Length Are All Over the Place If you are regularly missing your target in matches, even after plenty of net practice, something is going wrong in your action. Most consistency problems come from faults that are hard to spot without expert eyes on you. A coach will find the root cause and give you drills to fix it. 2. You Have Lost Pace or Spin Has your pace dropped this season? Not getting the same turn you used to? Loss of pace is often linked to run-up rhythm or action changes. For spin bowlers, losing turn usually points to grip or wrist position. A coach will help you rebuild your technique in a structured way. Our bowling workshop is designed specifically for pace and spin bowlers wanting to rediscover and sharpen their skills with ECB-qualified coaches. 3. You Keep Getting Injured Recurring shoulder, side, or back problems are not just bad luck. They are often a sign that something is wrong with your action. Poor technique puts far more load on your body than it needs to. The England and Wales Cricket Board publishes guidance on safe bowling... > Discover how bowling machine hire near you can sharpen your batting. HECC Cricket in Hertfordshire explains what to work on and how to book. - Published: 2026-05-08 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/bowling-machine-transform-your-batting-technique/ If you want to improve your batting, one of the best things you can do is face more balls. Sounds simple, but the problem is that good, consistent bowling is not always easy to find in a net session. That is where a bowling machine comes in. At HECC Cricket in Hertfordshire, we use Bola bowling machines as part of our indoor net hire sessions. Whether you are a junior working on your footwork or an experienced club player trying to sharpen your game, a bowling machine can give you a type of practice that is hard to get anywhere else. What Is a Bowling Machine and How Does It Work? A bowling machine is a piece of kit that fires cricket balls at a batter at a set speed and line. You control the settings, which means you can choose how fast the ball comes, where it pitches, and what type of delivery it is. The Bola machines at HECC are trusted by clubs and coaches all over the country. They are straightforward to use and can be adjusted to suit players of different ages and abilities. They can even be paired with an automatic ball feeder, so you can keep hitting without stopping to pick up balls. Why Use a Bowling Machine for Batting Practice? Here is the honest answer: consistency. When you practise against a human bowler, the quality of the delivery changes from ball to ball. A bowling machine gives you the same delivery, over and... > Wondering what cricket nets for hire actually looks like? Here is everything you need to know about booking a lane at HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth. - Published: 2026-05-01 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/what-to-expect-when-you-hire-cricket-nets-hecc/ Hiring a cricket net is one of the most effective ways to develop your game outside of match play. Unlike a structured coaching session, net hire gives you the freedom to set your own objectives, work on specific technical areas, and train at your own pace. At HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth, indoor net hire is available seven days a week from 9:00am to 10:00pm. The facility has five wide lanes with full 20-metre run-ups, ECB-approved shock-absorbing flooring, and powerful lighting throughout. Whether you are a club player maintaining form over winter or a junior pushing for the next level, the setup is built for serious practice. Booking and Pricing Lanes are booked online through the HECC website. You select your date, time, and lane preference, and a deposit is taken to secure your slot. The booking system is straightforward, and availability updates in real time. Session Type Price Per Lane Per Hour Adults (18+) or mixed nets, max 8 per lane £36 External coach with client £36 Under 18s, family hire, solo bowling lane (pre 5pm weekdays) £28 Solo Batting Special with Bola machine and auto feeder (adults, pre 5pm weekdays) £30 Clubs can also block-book the full hall across a winter block, with discounts available for ten or more sessions. The Bowling Machine The Bola bowling machine is available as an add-on and is one of the most valuable tools in the facility. Paired with an automatic ball feeder, it allows batters to face high volumes of deliveries with... > Not sure when to enrol your child in a cricket academy? HECC Cricket's coaches break down the right age to start and what to expect at every stage. - Published: 2026-04-27 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/27/child-cricket-coaching-guide/ One of the most common questions coaches at HECC Cricket hear from parents is: "Is my child too young? Or have they left it too late? " The honest answer is that there is no single perfect age. Children develop at different rates, and the most important thing is finding the right programme for where your child is right now. That said, there are real differences in what younger and older children can get out of coaching. What Children Can Learn at Each Stage Ages 5 to 7 are all about fun and movement. Children at this stage are still developing basic coordination and balance, so sessions focus on soft ball games, simple throwing and catching, and building a love of sport. There are no complicated drills, just a positive introduction to cricket. Ages 8 to 11 is where structured coaching really begins. Children can handle more detailed technical work across batting, bowling, and fielding, and they are ready to be introduced to hardball cricket. This is often the ideal time to join a junior cricket programme. The NHS recommends that children aged 5 to 18 get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, and regular coaching sessions are a great way to build that habit. Ages 12 and above brings a sharper focus on technique, game awareness, and preparation for competitive and representative cricket. Children who start at this age can still progress quickly, especially with specialist coaching behind them. Age Stage Focus 5 to 7 FUNdamental... > Rain, cold and short evenings do not have to stop your cricket. Here are 5 reasons players across Essex and Hertfordshire train at HECC all year. - Published: 2026-04-23 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/23/essex-hertfordshire-cricketers-train-indoors/ A lot of people think cricket stops when summer ends. The pitches go quiet, the whites get packed away, and players wait around until April hoping the weather turns. But that is not how serious cricketers think about it, and it is not how the best players at club level develop their game. At the Herts and Essex Cricket Centre (HECC) in Sawbridgeworth, players of all ages and abilities train right through autumn and winter. Some come to fix a specific technical problem. Some want to stay sharp ahead of the new season. Others just want to keep playing because they genuinely love the game and do not see why the calendar should stop them. If you play cricket anywhere across Essex or Hertfordshire, here are five very good reasons why training indoors all year round is worth taking seriously. 1. The Weather Never Gets in the Way Let us be honest about the British weather. It rains. It gets dark before 5pm. Pitches get waterlogged, nets get sodden, and outdoor sessions get cancelled at short notice just when you were actually looking forward to them. Indoor training removes that problem completely. At HECC, the nets are available whether it is raining, cold, or pitch dark outside. There is no checking the weather app the night before. You book a lane, you turn up, you practise. That reliability is something you simply cannot get from outdoor facilities between October and March. This matters more than people realise. Players who keep... > From ages 6 to 18 and beyond, HECC Cricket offers structured cricket coaching in Essex and Hertfordshire. Here is how the pathway works, step by step. - Published: 2026-04-13 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/13/beginner-club-cricketer-pathway/ If your child has just started showing an interest in cricket, you might be wondering where they begin and where they could end up. At HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth, there is a clear, step-by-step route that takes young players from their very first session all the way to competitive adult cricket. Every stage builds on the last, and every coach holds an England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) qualification. You can learn more about what that involves on the ECB's Coach Education page. The Pathway at a Glance Programme Age Group Focus Junior Development Squad Ages 6 to 11 Fundamentals and hardball readiness Junior Academy Ages 8 to 11 Accelerated skill development Senior Development Squad Ages 12 to 14 Independence and competitive cricket Emerging Academy Ages 11 to 13 Invitation-only, high-intensity training Senior Academy Ages 14 and above Player-led learning and match preparation Junior Development Squad (Ages 6 to 11) This is where most young cricketers start. The Junior Development Squad runs across three terms in 55-minute sessions, split into three levels by age. JDS1 (ages 6 to 7) covers athletic basics and fun cricket games. JDS2 (ages 8 to 9) introduces hardball cricket and more detailed technique work. JDS3 (ages 10 to 11) adds indoor and outdoor matchplay to build tactical awareness and teamwork. Throughout all three levels, life skills such as discipline, patience, and confidence are woven into every session. Junior Academy (Ages 8 to 11) The Junior Academy runs alongside the JDS for players who are progressing... > Booked a cricket net hire near you? Here are 7 practical ways to get more out of every session at HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. - Published: 2026-04-09 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/09/indoor-cricket-net-hire-session/ Most players turn up to an indoor net, pick up a bat, and spend the whole hour just slogging away at balls. There is nothing wrong with enjoying your time in the nets, but if you want to actually improve, you need a bit of a plan. At HECC Cricket in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, our indoor net hire sessions give you access to a specialist cricket training facility all year round. The facility is open seven days a week, and you can book a lane on its own or add a bowling machine to your session. Here are seven practical tips to help you get far more out of every net session you book. 1. Set a Goal Before You Arrive Turning up without a focus means you will probably just repeat the same habits you already have. Before your session, decide what you want to work on. Keep it simple and specific. Some examples: Practise playing the ball later to improve timing Work on your trigger movement before each delivery Focus on keeping your head still when playing drives Bowl six overs targeting off stump consistently Writing your goal down in your phone before you leave the house takes about 30 seconds and can completely change the quality of your session. 2. Warm Up Properly Indoor nets are smaller spaces, but that does not mean you should skip your warm-up. A short warm-up gets your muscles ready and reduces the risk of pulling something early in the session. Spend five... > Wondering what a cricket academy for kids actually looks like? Here is a real look inside a weekly HECC Cricket session at our Sawbridgeworth centre. - Published: 2026-04-02 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.heccsport.com/2026/04/02/hecc-cricket-academy-session/ If you are thinking about signing your child up for a cricket academy, you probably have a lot of questions. What will they actually do in each session? How do the coaches teach? Will it suit my child's age and ability? And is it worth the commitment? This post answers all of that. We have put together a plain, honest walk-through of what a typical week looks like across HECC Cricket's junior programmes in Sawbridgeworth. Whether your child is just starting out or has been playing for a few years, here is what you can expect. Who Is This For? HECC Cricket runs structured programmes for young players across a wide age range. The three main junior options are: Junior Development Squad (ages 6-11) for beginners building their first cricket skills Junior Academy (ages 8-11) for players who are ready to develop more specific batting, bowling, and fielding technique Emerging Academy (ages 11-13) for committed, motivated players who want a more intensive environment Each programme runs across three terms through the year, inside HECC's specialist indoor facility at Tharbies Farm, Sawbridgeworth. A Session Is Not Just Nets One of the biggest things parents get wrong is assuming a cricket academy is just kids taking turns hitting balls in nets. It is much more structured than that. Each session is planned around specific skills and age-appropriate goals. Coaches use a range of activities, not just net practice, to help players improve across all three disciplines: batting, bowling, and fielding. Here is...