Attention: You are using an outdated browser, device or you do not have the latest version of JavaScript downloaded and so this website may not work as expected. Please download the latest software or switch device to avoid further issues.

News > Old Princethorpians News > OP Bethan Ellis Gives A Cricket Masterclass

OP Bethan Ellis Gives A Cricket Masterclass

Bethan returned to Princethorpe College just before the end of term to run cricket coaching sessions with the Year 7 and Year 8 girls.

Pupils in Years 7 and 8 have been treated to a very special coaching session courtesy of professional cricketer and Old Princethorpian, Bethan Ellis. Bethan returned to Princethorpe College to run cricket coaching sessions with the Year 7 and Year 8 girls.

Bethan currently plays professional cricket with Lightning Cricket, the number one T20 side in the East Midlands, her team also competes in the Women’s Elite Domestic competition. She left Princethorpe in 2017 and is at Loughborough University studying for a Masters.  

Bethan put through the girls through their paces, stressing the importance of getting the basics right, looking at grip, stance and alignment and you could see their play improve as they put her advice into practise. They enjoyed a coaching session in the nets followed by a mini match. Bethan even made time for a one-on-one session with talented young cricketer Year 8 pupil, Amy. The session finished with a Q&A.

It was an amazing opportunity for the Princethorpe girls. Many thanks to Bethan for coming into school to work with our pupils.

Similar stories

Former pupils and friends of St Mary's Priory

We were delighted to welcome the 'Old Girls' from St Mary's Priory back to Princethorpe on Saturday 20 September, along with the granddaughter of the Priory's Gas Works Manager, He… More...

This year's OPs vs College Sports Day took place at Princethorpe on Saturday 30 August, bringing together OPs, pupils an… More...

OP Jacob was pleasantly surprised to hear that he had won a tasty hamper from The Cornish Company, having unwittingly en… More...

Our newest Old Princethorpians marked the end of their time at Princethorpe College in style. More...

Sign up to Princethorpe Connect or engage with the platform, by Friday 27 June, to be in with a chance of winning a deli… More...

Most read

Former pupils and friends of St Mary's Priory

We were delighted to welcome the 'Old Girls' from St Mary's Priory back to Princethorpe on Saturday 20 September, along with the granddaughter of the … More...

News that one time popular St Joseph's teacher, Sister Felicity, has retired. More...

Have your say

 
image

Contact Us

Company Registered in England & Wales and Limited by Guarantee No. 4177718

Registered Charity No. 1087124

Menu Items

Social Media