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1,632544SPORTING CHANCES DELIVERED IN 2015PARTICIPANTS IN 20151,314,000SPORTING CHANCES CREATED FOR 2015 AND THE FUTURETABLE CRICKETYoung people with disabilities are often the least likely to have access to, or participate in, sport of any kind. Table cricket provides the opportunity to play in a competitive game of cricket. The emphasis is on teamwork and sportsmanship in an informal and enjoyable environment.In addition to the obvious health benefits, participation in sport can be life-changing for young people, playing a major role in personal development and social integration. It has been found to improve self-confidence and motivation, expand life skills and independence, enhance communication and social skills, build lasting friendships and bring families together.The game is played on a table tennis table. Side panels and sliding fielders are placed around the table to create an arena, a small ball and ramp are used to bowl, and a wooden bat enables players to score runs, simulating a game of cricket.@LT_TableCricketSKYBLUE ResearchECB – DISABILITY CRICKETWe are working in partnership with the ECB to support disability cricket delivery as part of their Whole Sport Plan. The Lord’s Taverners has helped to provide robust impact reporting, supplied specially-adapted equipment and created interactive resources to aid coaches working within the disability sector. The Lord’s Taverners has produced a number of interactive resources, including a 'Guide to Coaching Disability Cricket’ and a 'Guide to Visually Impaired Cricket’.These resources are aimed at providing the necessary support for coaches to deliver fun and effective cricket coaching for disabled young people. 699 Disabled participants over two years have reported an overall uplift to their wellbeing of 25%89% Of all respondents want to carry on playing cricket91% Of the coaches reported that the resources had made them a better coachThrough the ECB disability programme we know that:THE FUTUREThe Lord’s Taverners, in partnership with the ECB and the County Cricket Boards, will be embarking on a three-year development programme with a focus on providing:Schools and community groups with the opportunity to access quality coaching and training sessionsA range of more local competitive opportunities which will feed into a more formal competitive structureSimplified rules and classification processAccess to affordable high-quality table cricket equipment12 MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 2015IMPACT REPORT11DISABILITY CRICKET