The European Cricket Network strengthens cooperation with the Croatian Cricket Association

The Croatian Cricket Federation (CCF) has announced that it will confirm the agreement with the European Cricket Confederation (ECL) and the European Cricket Network (ECN) in the next phase of cooperation between the two bodies.

In addition to directly funding youth cricket and improving playing venues, the agreement increases funding for the organization and participation of men’s and women’s domestic and international matches within the European Cricket framework.

Aiming to “create awareness of cricket as a sport”, the partnership includes facilitating initiatives such as organizing both senior domestic and international tournaments and youth development programmes.

“We believe that cricket has huge potential in our country, and with the help of ECN, we hope to create a strong foundation for cricket to grow and flourish,” CCF President Mate Jukic said.

“It is an important step for us to strengthen the development of the game in Croatia, especially with young girls and boys attending schools.”

Cricket goes back to the beginning of the 19th century in Croatia, and its history in the country dates back to 1811.

As CCF seeks to build the game in the country, Weston, who has personal ties to the country, shares Jukic’s sentiments.

Croatia has a special place in my heart. My grandparents were Croatian and immigrated to Australia over 100 years ago, which shaped my upbringing.

“I had my first amazing experiences as a European cricketer traveling to Croatia to play cricket in Vis and Split and meeting the passionate local cricket community. There are so many proud Croatians in Croatia and beyond who love cricket so much.

“It’s an incredible feeling that we get to directly help Croatian cricketers and future cricketers.

Along with participating in the European Cricket Association, the European Cricket Champions League, Croatia will also participate in the European Cricket Championship this September in Cartama, Spain.

Croatia will also host a leg of the European Cricket Series from October 23 to November.