Worcestershire County Cricket Club is backing a campaign to keep children safe in sport.

The club, along with the Worcestershire Cricket Foundation, is supporting the NSPCC’s 'Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport' week, which is part of a year-round safeguarding drive.

This year's campaign focuses on the importance of building stronger, more inclusive communities around sporting and activity clubs.

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It encourages parents and carers to look out for the young people participating, as well as their families, and to help anyone who needs support.

The initiative urges clubs, coaches, and parents to host a 'Team Huddle' event, which is aimed at raising awareness and sparking meaningful discussions around safeguarding.

The club and foundation hosted an NSPCC Listen Up Speak Up workshop as part of a huddle event for 20 staff members on Monday (October 7).

The workshop equipped staff with more knowledge to help keep children and young people safe.

Cheryl Instan-Smith, county safeguarding officer for the club and foundation, said: "Worcestershire County Cricket Club is proud to support this year’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week as we recognise the importance of creating an environment that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

"By hosting a huddle event together with the NSPCC, not only is the club showcasing our club’s confidence and role in child safety but we’re championing the importance of safeguarding and protection for all clubs, big and small, across the county and the West Midlands."

Free Team Huddle Event Packs are available from the CPSU website, which include resources to help spark conversations about safeguarding.

The pack features a fun quiz and other activities, but clubs are encouraged to be creative with their huddles, whether it's a quiz, a sports day, a scavenger hunt, or a barbecue.

The NSPCC's CEO, Sir Peter Wanless, said: "By participating in this year's campaign, clubs are showing that they are serious about creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable sporting environment for young people."

Clubs taking part in Team Huddles can share their experiences on social media using the hashtag #SafeinSport.