Maltby Cricket Club is delighted to announce that the club’s new electronic scoreboard has been sponsored by local education provider First Class Learning. The new scoreboard is part of Maltby’s development programme that has seen the club upgrade its facilities prior to joining the North Yorkshire and South Durham League in 2010.

Chris Jones of First Class Learning said, “First Class Learning, which has centres across the region, is about raising young people’s attainment in maths and English. We very much wanted to associate ourselves with such a thriving club as Maltby.” Almost 100 young people are involved with the club, which helps develop their sporting prowess alongside other personal skills such as teamwork and leadership. Chris added, “We at First Class Learning admire and share this ethos.”

Maltby Cricket Club Chairman Martin Barber stated, “The scoreboard is a magnificent addition to our facilities. The club has made significant progress over the last few years and I am determined that our facilities should be the best possible. We are extremely grateful to be associated with First Class Learning who share our passion for bringing the best out of youngsters.”

The scoreboard was officially ‘opened’ by Chris Jones of First Class Learning prior to the North Yorkshire Area Cricket Council Under 11 fixture against Marske on 21 May.