Young Newport cricketers get repeat support from local housebuilder

Newport Cricket Club has marked its third annual donation from one of the builders behind the Glan Llyn development in Llanwern, with a £1,000 boost to support the club’s junior training programme.

Persimmon Homes East Wales presented the cheque near the club’s Spytty Park home, and was attended by Newport City Council Leader Cllr Dimitri Batrouni, Newport East MP Jessica Morden, and Newport East MS John Griffiths, all of whom commended the club’s community efforts and the ongoing partnership with Persimmon Homes.

The club, one of the oldest in Wales with roots dating back to 1834, fields teams in the South Wales Premier League, South East Wales Cricket League, Newport & District Midweek League, and Welsh Cricket Cup.

Spytty Park has been the club’s home since 1990, and its vibrant community setup includes four senior teams, a thriving junior section, and a growing women’s division. Persimmon’s latest donation will support the club’s winter training for junior players, ensuring access to high-quality coaching and facilities during the off-season.

This contribution is part of Persimmon’s Community Champions initiative, which invests over £48,000 annually into grassroots causes and organisations across Wales. The Springfield Meadows site in Glan Llyn currently offers a range of quality three, four, and five-bedroom homes starting from £294,995, providing new housing options for families in the Newport area.

Cllr Dimitri Batrouni commented:

“The Council is pleased to see continued investment in local sport. Support like this from Persimmon helps strengthen our community clubs and gives young people more opportunities to thrive.”

Jessica Morden, MP for Newport East, added:

“This ongoing partnership is a great example of what can be achieved when organisations work together for the benefit of local families. It’s encouraging to see the junior programme at Newport Cricket Club supported for another year by Persimmon.”

John Griffiths, MS for Newport East, said:

“Newport Cricket Club plays an important role in promoting health, teamwork, and community spirit. This latest donation from Persimmon will make a real difference to young players across the city and it is very much welcome.”

Mike Knight, Chairman of Newport Cricket Club, expressed his gratitude:

“We’re delighted to once again be the beneficiary of funding from Persimmon’s Community Champions scheme. Their generosity makes a real difference for our youngest players, further helping our deeply rooted club provide a chance for local children to play a great sport.”

Victoria Williams, Sales Director at Persimmon Homes East Wales, said:

“We’re proud to once again support Newport Cricket Club, following up on our commitment – as one of the builders at Glan Llyn – to delivering a positive and lasting legacy where we build. This ongoing partnership reflects our shared commitment to community development.”