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Decathlon UK are pleased to help launch the Circular Cricket Gear Hub: a new circular initiative with Spencer Cricket Club and Professor Martin Charter, Director of The Centre for Sustainable Design, aimed at making better use of resources within the local cricket community.

Building on our commitment to keeping products in use for longer, both in and out of store, we're launching a fantastic program to reduce waste and give pre-loved cricket textiles and equipment a new home. Ensuring that perfectly usable gear doesn't end up in landfill when it could be helping aspiring cricketers.

How you can help:

We're inviting all friends of the club and local Surrey residents to bring in their old cricket textiles (like clothing, pads covers, etc.) and any equipment that's still in good shape. If you have outgrown kit or items you no longer need, we'll make sure they find a deserving new owner.

What happens next?

Spencer Cricket Club will be collecting all donated items and distribute them to individuals and organisations who need them most, ensuring your gear continues to be enjoyed on the pitch.

"We're incredibly excited about this circular initiative," says Chris Allen, Director of Sustainability, Decathlon UK. "Cricket is a sport with deep roots in local communities and a strong sense of national pride, often nurtured through schools and clubs. Access to valuable equipment is often a barrier for many who want to play. By giving pre-loved gear a second life, we're not only reducing waste, but we're directly helping more people connect with this fantastic game, ensuring it continues to thrive at all levels."

 

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