ABOUT US

Gecko Cricket has a dual focus to deliver excellence in both coaching and equipment supply.

Our purpose is to prepare cricketers for the next delivery in cricket and life.

Our philosophy is to maintain a contemporary approach to all aspects of cricket and to inspire the next generation of cricketers to be the best they can be on and off the field.
We strive to keep pace and reflect on the rapidly developing game by providing our customers with progressive coaching methods and the finest quality goods and services.

Our mission is to nurture, empower and inspire cricketers so they can entertain.

Gecko Sports Ltd was established in 2012 by former Zimbabwean International cricketer Ryan Higgins. Ryan is passionate about the game and believes in delivering exceptional customer service. Ryan is hands-on and intrinsically involved in the day-to-day running of the business, and he and his team are more than happy to answer any questions you might have.

“We are professional cricket coaches based in the Cotswolds who provide year-round coaching. We run multiple programs, we use multiple venues, and no matter your age or skill level, we have a program that is specifically tailored to keep you engaged and help you progress.

Most importantly, we want our cricketers to know, that there is much more to being a complete cricketer, than ‘hitting the top of off’ or a ‘perfectly timed drive past mid-on’. Mental skills, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, game plans, teamwork, and how you conduct yourself on and off the cricket field are all vital components of cricketing success.

Only a very small percentage of cricketers go on and make a career from the game and even then, an injury-free career has a limited lifespan. So while we continue to educate and challenge all of our cricketers, we must also ensure we are contributing to excellent characters.” Says Ryan.

At Gecko cricket we continually seek to push the boundaries. We believe boundaries matter.

GECKO COACHING

We believe in raising the standard of play from a young age, inspiring and growing the talent of tomorrow. We are invested in developing cricket in our community from the junior level through education facilities and local clubs. We partner with the schools and clubs in our community and value building strong long-term relationships for all to benefit.

Head Coach and Director, Bradley Dial former South African U19 World Cup Winner is a disciplined and experienced cricketer and a dedicated coach. At Gecko we know what it takes to play at the highest level and we know how to get you there. We are professional cricket coaches, we coach full-time, all year round. This is our passion, this is our life. This is Gecko.

We offer an enjoyable and dynamic coaching experience, which will fine-tune, develop and build the specific skills necessary to improve your game.

We offer coaching for all levels of players introducing the fundamentals of the game with a soft ball for beginners from 6 years to 11 years until they are confident to take on a hard ball. This is an excellent introduction to the game of cricket, emphasizing participation, learning to play the game, developing the basic skills required, and having enormous fun.

At Gecko Cricket we coach the basics throughout our camps held and schools and clubs, enhancing the fundamentals of the game and covering the three disciplines of batting, bowling, and fielding. Gecko offers an innovative coaching model that facilitates learning through conditioned games that simulate the tactical and technical elements of the sport. This methodology stimulates participation, improves concentration, and enhances focus and discipline.

Gecko specialises in offering professionally run seasonal cricket camps that are fun-filled learning experiences, enhancing the fundamentals of the game. The two-day cricket camps are led by a team of experienced coaches and run from 10 am – 3 pm.

Cricketers of all levels are welcome, sessions are grouped by age and ability.

Confident players who play or aspire to play representative cricket will benefit tremendously from Gecko Masterclass. These courses are for boys and girls, between the ages of 10 and 18 years old who play or strive to play representative cricket.
The sessions are player centered and skill-specific and include drills, match play scenarios, nets, and technical, tactical, physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the game.

Booking is welcome for all cricket coaching through our online platform.

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GECKO GEAR

Our expertly crafted bats are specially designed by professional batsmen and made from the highest quality English willow. Our R&D team works meticulously to ensure each of our designs delivers controlled pick-up and the perfect balance for high-impact performance. We also have a select range of high-quality protective gear, equipment, and bags. All items are available to purchase online or by appointment from our shop in Cirencester.

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With our commitment to developing players through our coaching programs, we run a unique sponsorship opportunity to honor the hard work, commitment, and achievements of the aspiring young cricketers our coaches work with regularly throughout the year.

Our #TeamGecko sponsored players are carefully chosen. Read More

What others are saying about Gecko…

Hatherop Castle School

“Gecko cricket has been involved in coaching cricket at Hatherop Castle School for the last 5 years. During this time the coaches have delivered excellent cricket skills, fun games, and specific coaching tips to boys and girls aged from Yr 2 to Yr 8.

Their wealth of knowledge and experience having played cricket at a high level is something that helps to inspire the young children whom they coach at Hatherop Castle.

The coaches are all extremely professional in their conduct with the children, and the sessions are done in a formal, but fun way that allows the children’s talents to be nurtured and extended where appropriate.

The children look forward to the Gecko coaching every year, where we regularly get 30-40 children turned out every Monday evening in the Summer Term. Gecko’s involvement at Hatherop Castle has helped to develop the children’s skills, knowledge, and interest in the game of cricket.

A number of children from Hatherop Castle now play at Poulton Cricket Club, where Gecko do a lot of their coaching.”

Nigel Bailey
Director of Sport

St Edwards Cheltenham

“I have been delighted with the assistance, help, and expertise that Gecko Sports provide us. They are always thoroughly professional, have a great rapport with the pupils, and help us to run an effective sports programme.”

Mr Kit Wapshott
Head of Sports Science

Poulton Cricket Club

“Poulton Cricket Club has been working with Gecko Cricket for five years and during this time we have found the staff at Gecko to be professional, enthusiastic, and providing an exceptionally high standard of coaching for both our senior and junior cricketers. Their commitment and reliability have been excellent, but most importantly they have brought new ideas to our coaching and cricket thinking; they have developed strong relationships with our club and our people; and Gecko has become more to our club than just a contracted-out coaching organisation – we regard Gecko as genuine partners in our cricket life and look forward to continuing that bond!”

Simon Gordon Walker
Youth Coordinator Poulton CC

Parent comment

“Rutwik has attended Gecko coaching for over 2 years and will continue to do so. He attends the coaching usually during school holidays and he looks forward to doing so. Rutwik especially likes the 1-2-1/masterclass coaching as these sessions help him in improving his game. The support, guidance and encouragement he has received from the team is high quality. The team also sends constructive feedback emails after the sessions.

I would recommend Gecko to all the youngsters who are looking for friendly yet innovative coaching. “

Sachin Kulkarni
Parent of Rutwick 15 years old

Parent comment

“Over the course of a number of years now, Gecko Cricket have successfully developed my son Alex’s cricketing abilities to the point that he is regularly invited to participate in representative squads and an MCC programme. Gecko have consistently dealt admirably with the ups and downs of a young boys character and latterly, with the arrival of hormones. Gecko’s breadth of expertise mean that Alex has always had sound and progressive coaching whether batting, bowling off spin or bowling fast. Gecko have always treated him with courtesy, respect and that difficult art of combining serious practice with a sense of fun. Alex insists on using nothing but Gecko clothing and equipment and he refuses, point blank, to use anything other than Gecko bats. Alex has never had a poor one.”

Bob Gilbert
Parent

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Carole Brownless
Parent

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“My 12-year-old son has attended many Gecko group courses and 1-2-1 sessions over the last couple of years and always comes home happy and inspired. His cricket has progressed well and he now represents Gloucestershire at district level. The excellent standard of coaching available together with a willingness to design a session to individual requirements makes Gecko a great choice.”

Andy Sampson
Parent

Chairman Poulton Cricket Club

“I first met Ryan in 2012, when he had just started Gecko Cricket – he has been coaching our youth, ladies, and seniors ever since. Gecko has raised the standard of play in each age group and now regularly provides one-to-ones to many of our club members. The feedback I get from parents is always positive. The difference Gecko’s team has made in 3 years is huge and bodes well for the future of our club as sharper young players now don Poulton CC’s kit, incidentally, also provided by Gecko.”

David Dunn
Chairman Poulton CC.

Newent Cricket Club

“Gecko Cricket has helped our club beyond measure this year, including pre-season indoor evening training sessions. As a club, we have never out-sourced coaching requirements, but as an expanding club, it became necessary this year, particularly for our youth sections. We were so delighted with the pre-season results that we booked the services of Gecko Cricket, in particular Bruce Ballance, for the entire season and purchased much of the youth kit/equipment from Gecko also. I have no hesitation in strongly recommending Gecko Cricket, whom we approached at very short notice before our requirements commenced, and we had no real method statement to offer them, the out-sourcing was new to us, but they rose to challenge admirably. And the guys have a great sense of humor to boot!”

Andy Hayes
Youth Development Officer

Parent comment

“Ludo has been doing Gecko courses, Masterclasses, and having 1-to-1 coaching for years. If he could spend every moment of every day with the Gecko team he would do! They make it enormous fun and they have worked with him to improve all aspects of his game. Their bats are well balanced and well made and they have a lot of different types depending on what you are looking for. Their pads are also particularly good, very light and comfortable and highly protective. Gecko Cricket is a class act, an amazing combination of highly professional and fun.”

Harriet Rhys Williams
Cirencester CC

Now that you know a bit more about us, you can browse through our online shop or book a premium cricket coaching session that suits your needs.

We look forward to sharing our knowledge and helping players develop their skills.

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