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Southlake Cricket Ground:  2-14 Goose Neck Rd, Southlake, TX 76092
Practice Sessions:  Every Sunday from 5pm to 7pm CST

Dragons Cricket Academy

Dragons Cricket Academy The Dragons Cricket Academy is a vibrant and inclusive cricket program designed for young kids aged 7 and above. Located at the Southlake Cricket Ground in Southlake, Texas, this academy aims to nurture a love for cricket while providing fundamental skills development. Here are the key highlights:

1. Grassroots Cricket

The academy focuses on the grassroots level, emphasizing the basics of cricket. Kids learn essential techniques, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

2. Expert Coaching

Experienced coaches lead the training sessions, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention and guidance. From batting and bowling to fielding and strategy, the coaches foster skill development.

3. Age-Appropriate Training

The curriculum is tailored to suit different age groups, ensuring age-appropriate drills, games, and challenges. Kids progress gradually, building a strong foundation.

4. Southlake Cricket Ground

The picturesque Southlake Cricket Ground, nestled within Bob Jones Park, provides an ideal setting for cricket. With well-maintained pitches and ample space, it’s a cricket haven for young enthusiasts.

5. Initiative by Southlake Foundation

The Dragons Cricket Academy is an inspiring initiative by the Southlake Foundation. Committed to community development, the foundation aims to create opportunities for youth engagement and skill-building.

Whether your child dreams of becoming the next cricket superstar or simply wants to enjoy the game, the Dragons Cricket Academy welcomes all with open arms. Join us as we celebrate the spirit of cricket and teamwork! 🏏🌟

About Coach

Risik

Risik Rangineni a Level 1 ICC and Australia Certified coach will be officially joining us as the head coach for Dragons Cricket Academy!   From 2011-2022, he was an integral part of the Midwest Cricket Conference in Chicago, showcasing his skills and dedication to the sport.  He was selected for American cricket conference to represent Midwest in 2015 and played in Orlando.  His commitment to the sport extended beyond playing, including coaching a local women’s team from 2019 to 2020, further contributing to the growth of cricket in Bloomington-Normal community. 

 

Currently, he is based in Dallas and continue to be actively involved in cricket as a player playing in NTCA for Nortex Spartans team and also as a coach was given an opportunity to coach LECA under 12 2024 (team Knights), showcasing his dedication to nurturing young talent and fostering a love for the game at the grassroots level.

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Cricket’s Rising Presence in the United States: A Cultural Shift in American Sports

Cricket’s presence in the United States has been steadily growing, and two significant events have contributed to this cultural shift:

  • 1. Major League Cricket (MLC):

    Last year, Major League Cricket launched its first season, featuring six professional teams. This T20 tournament, now in its 9th edition, has garnered substantial attention among cricket fans in the U.S. The league’s inclusion of traditional American sporting rituals, such as playing the national anthem before games and providing glitzy entertainment during innings breaks, has helped bridge the gap between cricket and American sports culture12.

  • 2. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024:

    The U.S. is co-hosting the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup for the first time. This milestone event brings some of the biggest cricket teams and matches to American soil. Sixteen out of the 55 tournament matches will be held in the U.S., including the opening match between Canada and the U.S. in Dallas, Texas. The interest levels for these matches have been exceptional, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for cricket in the country3.

These developments signify a revival of cricket in the U.S., and the sport is gradually becoming an integral part of American sports culture. With the inclusion of cricket in the 2028 Olympics to be held in Los Angeles, the momentum continues to build. It’s a rare opportunity for fans to experience elite-level cricket, and Dallas, with its large South Asian diaspora and successful hosting of MLC, is emerging as a cricket hub in the USA45. 🏏🇺🇸