BALL boys and girls from Worcestershire County Cricket Club have secured sponsorship from a Droitwich firm.

Lifting equipment specialist, Dedicated Sales and Services, of North Street Industrial Estate, has secured a deal to sponsor the group, known as the Royals Ball Crew, for the next two seasons.

The children are selected from schools and cricket clubs across the county.

England cricketer Graeme Hick was present when the deal was agreed.