Preston Village CC are perhaps Prestonpans best kept secret of sporting success having won the 4th division of the East of Scotland League in 2007 to complement their Presidents Plate win in 2006 .
As recently as 10 years ago the “Village “ People were effectively in Division 9 of the East League set up with around 24 players. Last season the club played over 60 people in their 3 teams and have around 60 scheduled games per season.
The catalyst for the clubs growth was its move to Polwarth Park in 2001 where the pavilion will be refurbished during this year which will complement the considerable grant investment the Club have secured over the past 3 years to improve playing and training facilities
As well as the senior side the club was instrumental in establishing the East Lothian Junior Cricket Association which brought a group of young players into the club who are now the basis of the clubs success This year as a result of its youth development programme which over the past 3 years has focused on Kwik Cricket, Preston Village will be entering a under 13 team in the East Junior League along with various national cup competitions for youngsters. Alongside it’s continued commitment to Junior and Kwik Cricket for primary school aged children, the club have forged links with Preston Lodge and hope to develop cricket at the high school during the spring term.
Why not come along and give it a try? Our 3 senior teams are geared to provide opportunities for players of all abilities, whilst our junior section is open to anyone who wants to give cricket a go.
Senior training takes place on a Tuesday and Thursday from mid April onwards, with youth training taking place on a Wednesday, all session at Polwarth. Indoor training will start in late January
Details of the training and the club in general are available on the Clubs web site at http://prestonvillage.hitscricket.com/home.aspx or by contacting them at prestonvillecc@btinternet.com