RIYADH: With the inspiring rise of cricket in 海角直播, the 海角直播n Cricket Federation has launched the Social Cricket program, promoting women鈥檚 participation in the sport.
Under the ambitious program, SACF aims to organize camps for boys and girls in different cities across the Kingdom.
One such camp was organized by the SACF at the Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University in Riyadh recently, where more than 250 female students experienced the game of cricket for the first time.
鈥淎 day filled with fun, teamwork, and discovering a new passion! 鈥 the federation posted on X.
Mohammed Alharbi, SACF media coordinator, told Arab News: 鈥淥ur event in the IMSIU was under our Social Cricket program, which is focusing on promoting cricket within families and individuals, creating opportunities for people of all ages and skill levels to enjoy the sport.鈥
鈥淥ur goal for 2025 is to make at least one event each month under the Social Cricket program in five different cities across the Kingdom,鈥 Alharbi said.
The five cities are Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Yanbu and Jubail. 鈥淎fter Riyadh, we are working on a camp in other cities and we will announce it soon,鈥 he said.
In collaboration with the International Cricket Council, the SACF is also organizing the Women鈥檚 Criiio Festival, promoting women鈥檚 cricket in the different cities.
SACF runs a social media campaign ahead of the events, encouraging cricket-lovers to join the program in their city.
鈥淒on鈥檛 miss out on a weekend of fun, energy, and unforgettable moments!鈥 the SACF posted on X, promoting the campaign.
Earlier this month, the SACF, represented by Alaa Alduaijy, also participated in the ICC Asia Women鈥檚 Development Conference, joining discussions on the growth of women鈥檚 cricket in the region.
The conference focused on development strategies, collaboration opportunities, and initiatives to further advance women鈥檚 cricket.
Last year, the federation launched the Schools Cricket program, aimed at promoting the sport among boys and girls across the Kingdom.
