Cricket Wales has announced a new partnership with Stuart Canvas Ltd, a British manufacturer of cricket ground equipment with over 50 years of expertise.
The organisation said the collaboration reflected a shared commitment to supporting the growth and sustainability of cricket across Wales, from grassroots clubs to schools and professional facilities, and aligns closely with Cricket Wales’ new strategic plan to create thriving clubs and communities across the nation.
Stuart Canvas provides a comprehensive range of cricket equipment, including pitch covers, ball-stop netting, and other essential ground maintenance products. This partnership ensures that clubs of all sizes have access to high quality, reliable solutions that help protect pitches, extend playing seasons, and maintain safe, high-standard facilities for players of all ages, key elements in delivering Cricket Wales’ vision of strong, thriving clubs across Wales.
Barry Cawte, CEO of Cricket Wales, said:
“As the game continues to evolve, it’s vital that clubs have the right equipment to ensure matches can go ahead, whatever the weather. Stuart Canvas’ products will play a key role in helping our clubs stay prepared and resilient, protecting what’s precious, whilst revolutionising our future, supporting our wider strategic plan to grow and strengthen cricket across Wales.”
Mark Frost, Partnerships Manager at Cricket Wales, added:
“We are proud to make Stuart Canvas our exclusive and preferred partner for club support initiatives. Through this partnership, we will actively recommend Stuart Canvas’ products and services to our affiliated clubs and schools, helping them access the best tools to grow the game locally, protect their facilities, and thrive within our strategic vision for Welsh cricket.
Mike Pells, Head of Sports at Stuart Canvas Ltd, said:
“We’re proud to be partnering with Cricket Wales to help grow and protect the game across the country. At Stuart Canvas, our focus is always on keeping cricket playable, come rain or shine. Giving clubs and players the best possible conditions. This partnership is all about supporting the people who make cricket happen in Wales, from local volunteers to elite grounds teams.”
