DROITWICH Spa Cricket Club is hoping England's inspirational winter form will result in more youngsters joining their thriving junior ranks this summer.

The successful under-15 and under-16 sections began preparations for the forthcoming season on Monday at the St Peter's Fields ground. The weekly sessions begin at 6.30pm under the guidance of qualified coaches.

Droitwich has a renowned youth set-up, with players travelling from Worcester and Bromsgrove to join them.

The club fields under-15 and under-16 teams in both league and cup competitions. For further information, contact Kevin Bryan on (01905) 773540.