Stratford Sports Club

🏆 THIS WEEK AT STRATFORD SPORTS CLUB! 🏆
(Week Commencing 17th August)

From daily social sessions to weekend live sport and great food, we’ve got a packed lineup! 👇

✨ HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK:

🎾 Pickleball & Tennis: Daily social sessions & court bookings!

🧘 Wellness & Fun: Yoga, Walking Tennis, Seated Exercise & Snooker.

🍔 Friday Night BBQ: From 5 PM + ⚽ Arsenal vs Coventry at 8 PM.

🏏 Weekend Action: Junior & Social Cricket, 2nd Team vs Bedworth.

⚽ Sunday Live Premier League: Brighton vs Villa (2 PM) & Newcastle vs Liverpool (4:30 PM).

🍽️ Kitchen is OPEN Wed–Sun!

📲 Book courts & find out more: stratfordsport.co.uk | 📞 01789 296629

Tag who you're bringing along this week! 👇

come and join us later for a great day of cricket

BBQ from 16:30pm
Bar open till late

game starts at 5pm

📢 STRATFORD ONE HUNDRED: JULY WINNERS ANNOUNCED! 🎉

First, let's give a huge round of applause to our lucky winners for July! Is your number on the list? 🏆

🥇 1st Prize (£70): Ticket #83
🥈 2nd Prize (£40): Ticket #64
🥉 3rd Prize (£20): Ticket #57

Congratulations to you all!

🚀 WANT TO GET INVOLVED & WIN NEXT MONTH?

Here is everything you need to know about joining the Stratford One Hundred:

💎 The Chances: You get 10 chances to win throughout the year!
🎟️ The Entry: Purchase 1 or more tickets each month, with tickets starting from just £5.
📅 The Draw: Mark your calendars! The draw takes place during the 3rd week of every month.

🤝 GOOD CAUSES, GREAT PRIZES!

By taking part, you aren't just giving yourself a chance to win; you’re supporting our community. Here is where the funds go:

💰
45% goes directly towards the prize pot.
40% supports the Club’s Organising Committee.
15% is donated to the Sporting Memories charity (Reminisce • Replay • Reconnect).

📝 HOW TO JOIN
✅ You must be 16 or older to enter.
✅ Direct Debit payment is required.
📧 Email us: [email protected]
📞 Call us: 01789 296629
📲 Follow & DM:

Don't miss out on next month's draw. Get involved today!

🏆 TENNIS AWARDS NIGHT 2026 🏆

It’s time to trade your tennis whites for gala attire! Join us for a fantastic evening as we celebrate all the hard work, brilliant achievements, and unforgettable moments from this season at Stratford Tennis.

📅 Event Details
🗓 Date: Saturday, 5th September 2026

⏰ Time: 7:00 PM till late

🎟 Tickets: £32 per person

🥂 What’s Included?
🍽 Delicious 3-Course Dinner

🏆 Awards Ceremony honoring our season champions & standout members

🎶 Music & Dancing late into the night!

📲 How to Book Your Spot:

Scan the QR code on the poster image attached!

Visit online: stratfordsport.co.uk

📞 Call us: 01789 296629

Follow us for further updates. We can't wait to celebrate with you all! 🎉🎾

🚀 WE’RE RECRUITING! 🚀

Are you a young adult looking to kickstart an exciting career in sport and community engagement?

We are looking for a Level 3 Apprentice to join the team at Stratford Sports Club in Stratford-upon-Avon! Partnering with the Coach Core Foundation, this is your chance to earn a wage while gaining a nationally recognised qualification. 🏅

If you want to:
✅ Inspire others through physical activity
✅ Support your local community
✅ Build a long-term career in coaching

..then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What you’ll get:
💰 Paid employment placement
🎓 Nationally recognised Level 3 qualification
📈 Ongoing training and development
🌱 Dedicated mentoring and support
⭐ Access to events and exciting opportunities
➡️ Help to find a positive exit route into your future career

👉 Ready to take the next step? Scan the QR code on the poster below or get in touch with Becki Fitzgerald at [email protected] to find out more!

Do you have a passion for creating world-class sports pitches? Are you a seasoned grounds person professional looking for a leadership role in a picturesque and vibrant community club? Stratford upon Avon Cricket Club (SACC) invites applications for the vital position of Head of Cricket Grounds.

About Us
Based in the heart of historic Stratford-upon-Avon, our club boasts a proud cricketing history and stunning riverside grounds. We are dedicated to providing the best possible facilities for our diverse membership, ranging from vibrant junior teams to competitive senior squads. The club grounds are the centerpiece of our community life, requiring expert care to remain in top condition.

The Role
This is a high-responsibility role, leading all aspects of ground preparation, maintenance, and upkeep. You will be responsible for ensuring our cricket wickets and surrounding areas are maintained to the highest standards, suitable for recreational play through to top-level league cricket.

Key responsibilities include:
Designing and implementing year-round pitch and grounds maintenance programs.
Expert turf management, including irrigation, aeration, fertilization,
Leading the setting up and marking out of all pitches for match play.
Supervision of grounds staff and coordination with contractors (where applicable).
Operation, care, and maintenance of a full range of grounds machinery and equipment.
Ensuring the highest standards of health and safety and environmental practice.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for an individual who is not just a skilled grounds person but a true leader in the field. To succeed, you will need:
Significant, demonstrable experience in fine turf management, with a strong focus on cricket grounds.
Relevant formal qualifications in grounds or sports turf management (e.g., Level 2/ 3 upwards).
A meticulous eye for detail and a pride in delivering pristine sports surfaces.
Expertise in operating and maintaining essential turf care machinery.
A strong, positive work ethic and the physical stamina required for a demanding outdoor role.
Great communication skills to liaise with club management, captains, and external suppliers.
A flexible attitude to working hours, understanding the demands of the cricket season.

What We Offer
In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer:
A competitive rate of pay, commensurate with experience
The opportunity to make a lasting impact on our historic club.
A supportive working environment within a passionate cricketing community.
The challenge and reward of managing premium fine turf.
Applications are open to both individual professionals and experienced grounds maintenance contractors.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their details for consideration. For an informal discussion about the role or to receive a full job description, please contact the club using the details below.
Contact: David Smith
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01789 296629
Visit us online to learn more about the club:
Closing Date for Applications: 31st August 2026.

Did you know squash is officially an Olympic sport? Now is the perfect time to get your kids on the court and active!

We are thrilled to re-launch our Squash Stars Introductory Course at Stratford Sports Club, featuring a special appearance by our very own star of the future, Mariam Eissa! 🏸✨

🎒 What’s Included for Just £30?
your child gets a massive starter pack to launch their squash journey:

4 x 1-Hour Coaching Sessions (Tailored for Ages 7–11)

FREE Squash Kit Bag loaded with:

An official Squash Stars T-shirt 👕

A junior racket 🏸

Safety goggles 👓

A squash ball 🎾

📍 The Details
Venue: Stratford Sports Club, Swan’s Nest Lane, CV37 7LS

Perfect For: Boys and girls aged 7 to 11 who want to try something new, make friends, and stay healthy!

🎟️ How to Book
Spaces are strictly limited to ensure quality coaching time. Don't miss out!

📧 Email: [email protected]

📲 Or simply scan the QR codes on our flyers!

Give your child the chance to try a dynamic, fast-paced Olympic sport. Who knows? They might just be our next star! 🌟

🏓 JUNIOR SUMMER PICKLEBALL CAMP! 🏓

Looking for a fun, active, and social way for your kids to burn off some energy this summer? Introduce them to the fastest-growing sport in the world!

Our Junior Pickleball Camp is the perfect mix of skill-building, friendly competition, and pure fun. Whether they are complete beginners or already love the game, our coaches will have them smashing smiles all morning long. 😄

Here are the details:

📅 Dates: Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th July

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Drop off from 8:45 AM)

👦👧 Ages: 9–14 years old

💰 Price: Just £25 per day

Spaces are limited to ensure everyone gets plenty of court time and coaching!

📩 How to book:
Don't miss out! For more information or to secure your child's spot, email us today at [email protected].

📌 Spaces fill up fast, so feel free to share this post with friends, school groups, or fellow parents who might be interested!

🚨 THE BEARS ARE COMING TO TOWN! 🚨

The Birmingham Bears Roadshow is officially rolling in on Tuesday 4th August, and you won’t want to miss it! 🐻🏏

We’re bringing the energy of Edgbaston right to the heart of the community. Whether you're a lifelong cricket fan or just looking for an amazing summer day out with the family, we’ve got you covered:

It’s all about celebrating local cricket, inspiring the next generation, and having a blast.

📍 Where: Stratford Sports Club
⏰ When: Tuesday 4th August

Tag your cricket squad in the comments and let us know if you’re coming! 👇

The Toyota Good For Cricket Prize Draw is back for 2026 and is now live. This is your opportunity to support your local club while being in with a chance to win from an incredible prize pool worth over £200k, including exclusive cricket experiences and three brand-new Toyota cars.
Following a successful first year that raised over £290,000 for cricket clubs, every ticket you buy will help grassroots clubs fund vital equipment, kits, coaching, and facilities.
Every ticket purchase truly makes a difference and 100% of all ticket proceeds go directly to the clubs, so buy a ticket and support local cricket.
*T&Cs: The Prize Draw runs from 00:00 on 31 March 2026 to 23:59 on 30 September 2026. Open to UK residents aged 18+. T&Cs apply.
https://www.toyotagoodforcricket.co.uk/support/stratford-upon-avon-cc-cv37