Cricket academy and turf nets in Kurunegala
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Sri Lanka's first private outdoor cricket development complex. Train with our academy, book a turf wicket by the hour, or bring your whole team for a day of cricket.
The academy
The academy is the heart of The Crickpitch. Players move through four stages on real turf, coached in small groups, with a clear next step at every age.
Ages 6–10Foundations
First proper sessions on real turf. Grip, stance, catching and a lot of fun games.
- Batting grip and stance
- Basic bowling action
- Catching and throwing
- Love for the game
Ages 11–14Development
Technique gets serious. Players find their role and start reading the game.
- Front and back foot play
- Pace, spin or keeping
- Fielding drills
- Match awareness
Ages 15–19Performance
High-volume turf work for school, club and district selection.
- Scenario batting
- Bowling plans and variations
- Strength and fitness
- Selection preparation
Any agePrivate coaching
One-to-one sessions built around a single player's goals and schedule.
- Personal technical plan
- Flexible session times
- Day or floodlit nights
- Progress check-ins
One squad, one kit, one standard
Academy players train together on the same turf every week, from first-timers to school team regulars.
Real turf, every session
Four professional turf wickets — not mats — so technique carries straight into matches.
Small groups
Coaches see every ball. Players get feedback, not just repetitions.
Train after school
Floodlit nets mean sessions still fit around school and tuition.
A path outside Colombo
Professional-standard facilities for young talent in Kurunegala and the North Western Province.
Start your player's journey
Register online and we'll call to book a trial session and place your player in the right group.
Weekend academy
9am to 5:30pm, with 6.5 hours of coaching across warm up, fielding, batting and bowling. The same plan runs both days.
- 09:00–09:30Warm upMobility, running drills and light catching to get ready.30 min
- 09:30–11:30FieldingGround fielding, throwing, slip and high catches.2 hrs
- 11:30–12:00Snack breakRest, water and a snack.30 min
- 12:00–14:00BattingTechnique work and net sessions on the turf wickets.2 hrs
- 14:00–15:30Lunch breakLunch and rest before the afternoon session.1.5 hrs
- 15:30–17:30BowlingRun-up, action and accuracy for pace and spin.2 hrs
Bring water and your own kit if you have it. Equipment is also available to rent at the venue.
Book by the hour
Pick a date, choose your slots and pay online in a couple of minutes. Floodlights take over after dark so you can practise after work or school.
Turf wickets
Four netted turf wickets for batting and bowling practice, day or night.
Open ground
A large open play area for fielding, team training, small-sided matches and events.
Coaching camps
Alongside weekend training, we bring in experienced international cricketers for special camps, so our players can learn first-hand from people who have played at the top level.
A day with Tatenda Taibu
Former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu, who became Test cricket's youngest-ever captain in 2004, spent a day at The Crickpitch sharing his experience with our players.
- Hands-on sessions in the nets and on the ground
- Every player received a certificate of participation
- Bats personally signed for each young cricketer
Celebrations
A special programme for our young stars, full of smiles, drawing, games and treats — because the future of cricket starts with nurturing today's children.
Corporate and private events
Company celebrations, match nights and parties on our floodlit ground. You bring the people — we handle the venue, food and fun.
Recently hosted: HNB Finance Kurunegala and Nippon Lanka Japanese Language School
What we host
Avurudu festivals, year-end parties and staff days on our open ground, planned around your team.
- Traditional games
- Food and catering
- Decor and sound
Watch
Drills from academy sessions, coaching tips to try in your next net, and highlights from our events.
Net sessions and drills from the academy.
