CRICKET Doune & Dunblane Cricket Trustees. Annual Report 0110112025 to 3111212025 li11
Charity contact information CRICKET Doune & Dunblane Cricket Scottish Charity Number. SC053064 Ground Address: Reglsterod Addres* The Grazings Wiewpark Castle Hill Keir Street Doune Dunblane Perthshire Perthshire FK16 6BU FK15 9BP Tel: 0300 702 3275 Email: askme@dounedunblanecc.com Website: https:Ilwww.dounedunblanecc.coml Social Media profile name: @doun8dunblana¢c
Charity Trustees Name Ollice lil ony) Doles Acted lil not for whole Nome ol Persuri lor body) entttled to cippoinl ifiio Members yecir Jamie Corser Chris Lumsden Euan Macdonald Alan Robertson Chair Members embers Secreta ITreasurer Members Jamie Chris Euan Alan
Objectives and activities The advancement of public participation in cricket and the organisation of recreational activities within Doune, Dunblane, and the surrounding areo, with o particular focus on encouraging the development of young and new players, and women's crickeL through, but not limited to: Collaboration with existing or new clubs that promote cricket locally. Supporting the development of individuals, players, coaches, cricket officials. and other volunteers. Participating in league, cup, and other cricket competitions and events associated with the sporL Summary of the maln actlvftles In relatlon to these objects Dolivered free cricket sessions to Callander, Doune. Dunblone, Newton, and St. Mary s Primary Schools in the Stirling Council Area. Hostad a free cricket festival for the primary schools excluding Callander (who will hopefully be able to attend in future years). Supported Dunblane Primary School's participation in the Cricket Scotland Boys and Girls Cup competition. Supported Dunblane High School participation in the Cricket ScotlarKI Boys and Girls Cup competition. Offered free evaning softball cricket sessions for women. Offered free day time walking cricket sessions for older members of the community or with restricted movemenL
structure, governance and management Doune & Dunblane Cricket Club is a registered Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (scio) whose principal goveming document is its constitution. Under this govemance model. the charity is democratically govemed by its active membership, who hold voting rights to elect the managing committee of trustees. To support its Socal and national sporting operations, the club maintains formal affiliations with both Cricket Scotland and Clubsport stirling. Trustee recrultrnont and aF>pointment A recruitment exercise was undertaken in 2025 to attroct new Trustees; however, no applications were received. I thlnk.ft'9 yreatlttbw many peoplè pirt so much effort in. The 9$slwayS looks. greot. hots off to those who '
Achlevements and performance i. Spe¢lal Recognltlons & Communlty Awards The club's dedication to community sport and inclusive grovrth was publicly celebrated at the highest local level: Active Stirling Volunt8er Club of the Year. The club was named Volunteer Club of the Year by Active Stiding. This prestigious award directly recognises the exceptional commitmenL hours, and energy contributed by the club's coaches, committee members, and volunteers to deliver safe, high-quality grassroots cricket. l Expandlng Publle Partlclpatlon & New Formats In line with our charitable purpose to advance public participation in sport 2025 saw the successful diversification of our club offerings across new demographics:
Introduction of Walking Cricket To promote lifelong physical activity and social connection, tha club successfully launched a new Walking Cricket section in 2025. This format has proven brilliant for engaging older age groups, individuals recovering from injury, and players looking for o low-impact, highly social voriation of the gamg. Continuod Financial Inclusrvty. The club maintained its commitment to making crickgt accessible to all segments of the local community. During the 2025 summer and winter cycles. we continued our IO% family discount and 50% priority group fee r8ductions, successfulty mitigating economic borriers to participation. 3. Structural Growth & Strateglc Mllestones The 2025 season marked a major step fop¥vard in transitioning the club from a purely sociaildevelopmental layout into a formalised competitiv8 Structure: League Application Success. A critical milestone was ochieved in 2025 with our formal application and occeptance process to join the Strathmore & Perthshire Cricket Union (spcu). Squod Preparation and Friendly Fixtures: While competitive league matchplay was scheduled to commence in the subsequent season, the gntire 2025 ploying year was successfully Lrtilised to build necessary squad depth, captaincy experignce, and match sharpness via local friendly fixtures. Winter Training Programme: The 202512026 Winter Cricket Programme lounchod ¢moothly in Octobar 20261 providing consistent weekty indoor practice tracks through the winter months to maintain player retention and technical development 4. Infrastructure & Fa¢llfty Enhancoments To support parall81 senior, junior. and vlking cricket practices safely at The Grazings: Capital Grant Funding: Th8 club successfully secured a financial grant from the Crickat Development Trust Scotland (CDTS) during 2025. These funds were directly allocated toward purchasing a new rrv)bile net cage, expanding our practice facilities and drasticalty increasing cooching capacity.
- Flnanclal Revlew & Compllanee Charitable Statement: Financial resources and localised fundraising efforts were diligently balanced across the year to support ongoing venue maintenance at The Grazings, administrative fees for18ague entry, and the acquisition of the necessary kit to sustain our expanding cricket pathways. OSCR Reporting: The Trustees confirm that the stondord annual retum and financiol stotements for the period ending 31 iCernber 2025 are being prepared in accordance with standard charity accounting requirements for submission to the Off ice of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) ohead of the statutory 30 September 2026 deadline. he club ¢ontlnues to be gre(rt- very supportlve andfull otlovelycoaches and volunteers and young playersl Thank you Purerrtof un u12JunlorPluy•r
Financial review 2025 £2o.OL.c 0JX.oo £0. 375.93 20.cKj 18.758.11 Statement ol the Charlty$ Polky on Reserves As Doune & Dunblone Cricket Club navigates its second year as a registered charity, building a robust capital reserve remains a primary long-term objective. This process continues to be balanced against the demands of the current economic climate. While the Board of Trustees hos not yet agreed o formal. fixed reserves policy, there is an active commitment to establishing a structured framework as the club's baseline financial position strengthens. In the interim, the charity mitigates risk by operating under o striCL cash- certain forecasting model. To protect op8rational liquidity and prevent the club from budgeting against unconfirmed incom8, all pending or spaculotive gront applications are intentionally excluded from active fIrncIal planning profiles. Detulls d Any Deficlt The charity concluded the financial yeor with a minor opercrtionol deficit of £375.93. The Board of Trustees does not consider this shortfall material or significant: it was fully absorbed by existirg cash-certain reserves and aligns with our budget controls. Donated facllltlos and servlcas
Our volunteers remain the vital heart and soul of Doune & Dunblane Cricket Club. generously donating their time. expertise, and passion across all areas of our operations. Their invaluable support ensures the safe and successful delivery of every club activity, both at the Grazings and within the wider community. Whether managing match days. maintaining facilities, or leading youth sgssions, every club event is actively supported by a dedicated team of volunteers, typically ranging from three to five individuals per activity. The charity is immensely grateful for this ongoing gift of time, which is fundamental to our growth and sustainability. l thlnk thewlKilée teel. iThclusiVttyot ho8 bwn immonB• t Soan. plentyafFld opportunltlè$und I i*N• lot Of fun. l justwaThtto srry thonk yoy to I¢0chOnd•. club m•mb•rs lor maklNJ th¢ s$•n posslble.- SmwxPIuy•p ."Amazing sens• of overyon rnucking in!" Pfjr•ntola Junlor Player 10
Future Plans Looking ahead to the next financial year, the Board of Trustees has aligned its operational and developmentol objectives with the strategic framework outlined in the Club Development Plan. Our activities will be delivered across three core phases.. Immediate Foundations. Growth & Communtty. and Sustainable Future, to advonce our overarching vision of creating a thriving. welcoming, and sustainabla heart for village cricket in Doune and Dunblane. Our goals for the upcoming year are categorised as follows: l. Bulldlng a Strong Foundatlon (Immedkrte Prlorltles) To ensure our operations are safe, clear, and sustainabl8, the charity will focus on correcting critical infrastructure and volunteer weaknesses: Facllltles & Infrastructurtt We will focus on immediate site sanitation and safety, working to install temporary toilets while actively progressing engineering tracks to secure reliable running water, hot water, and electricity within the pavilion. A dedicated batting net will also be installed to expand safe training accass. Voluntser Sustalnabllty. To mitigote 'Key Person Risk.. we will implement o targeted recruitment drive for smaller, non-cooching roles (such as match-day helpers) and clearly define expectations to reduce the operational burden on our core volunteer group. Plt¢h & around Mqlnt*nqn¢e: The club will work along¥ide our ground staff to 8Stablish a formal, structured pitch maint8nonc8 schedule and conduct a rigorous asset audit of all essential equipment including our mowers and roller, to prevent pitch overuse. Communleotlon Clarfty. We will streamline our digital messaging by formalising WhatsApp groups strictly for urgent or instant team alerts, vthile continuing to ombed Spond as our primary trK>l for general club coordination and member onboarding. Z Growth and Communlty Splrft (Medlum-Torm Prlorltles) In line witti our - Thalues of Open to All and Serious Fun, we will leverage our welcoming culture to expand playing formats and deepen local engagement. 11
Programme Expans10 The club will introduce structured coaching for our ',senior teams, sustain our targeted investment into Women's Cricket (including organising dedicated friendly fixtures), and establish a consistent Winter Indoor Cricket programme. Communlty Engagemert We y11 further integrate the highly successful alking Cricket saction into the core of the club and deliver a diverse social alendar-including Family Days and Quiz Nights-alongside featuring Individual player profiles to celebrate our community's Suc$$. Player Capablllty & Match Loglstlc& To champion Fair Ploy and ease volunteer pressures, we will host voluntary training sessions for senior players covering basic umpiring and scoring, alongside estoblishing a clear policy for away- game lift-sharing. 3. Securlng the Sustalnable Future (Long-Temi Horlzons) To cement the long~term financiaL physical, and cultural future of the charity, the Trustees will initiata several forward-looking infrastructure and pathway projects.. Long-Tenn Infrustructure Furmllry. The Board wtll target major capital grants (such as the National Lottery and dedicoted sports funds) to finance a comprehensive pavilion upgrade, while formalising a long-term development plan for rha Grazings.. Playor Rotontlon & Tran8ltlon Pathways: To guarante8 thot juniors can smoothly transition into senior GfiGkeL we will formallse a balanc8d Lwo-5enlo team structura (separoting league competition from developmentlfriendly cricket). We will also introduce a voluntary exit questionnaire to better understand player retention. Culture & Volunteer Appreclatlon: To reinforce our community spiri( the charity will launch an annual Awards Dinner with explicit honours for our coaches and volunteers and periodically revrwi our kit suppliers to ensure all members feel comfortable and proud representing the club. 12
Additional information Doune & Dunblane Cricket Club has continued its remarkable trajectory of growth throughout 2025. demonstrating a deep commitment to promoting the sport and embadding its core operations within the fabric of our local community. All our achievements are built directly upon the club's established strategic foundation: Our Ifislon: To be the thriving heart of village cricket in Doune & Dunblane-a welcoming, sustainable club where everyone con enjoy and grow in the gome. Our Ml$$lon: We provide opportunities for all to play. develop, and enjoy village cricket supported by committed volunteers, good facilities. and strong community ties. D•llverfng on Our Core Valuos Our growth and success in 2025 a direct reflection of our four Core Values in action: Open to All (Incluslvlty & Growth): True to our belief that everyone is welcome, and every age, background, and ability should bg included, our overall registration has flourished to106 active members during the 2025 season. This includes a robust senior group of 28 adult men, an energetic juniorlrecreational contingent of 24 Incrediball players, and a thriving youth networi Furthermore, our dedication to neurodivergent inclusivity remains a comerstone of our cooching environment. ensuring a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for all familigs. Communlty Splrlt (Brlnglng Peopk Together): Moving beyond the boundary to bring Douna & Dunblane together. both on and off the field, 2025 has seen an incredible surge in our Walking Cricket programme, which now tracks at 18 active members. This initiative has successfully expanded our outreach to older demographics and recreational players, combatting isolation and deepening our local community ties. Sorlous Fun (Enjoyment Mrst): Drpding our belief thcrt cricket is a game to be enjoyed and that enjoyment always comes firsL our junior and recreational pathways have seèn phenomenal enga9emenL To capture wider member sentiment on how we balanced competition wlth fun this season, vrfe 13
successfully launched a comprehensive club-wide end-of-seoson Membership Survey to gather structured feedback from players. parents, and volunteers. Falr Play (Rospect & Capabllty): To ensure we compete with spirit and respect, always fair to teammates. opponents, and officials, we have actively invested in our internal match-day capabilities this year. This included rolling out voluntary training sessions for senior players covering EDI, basic umpiring and scoring, ensuring our future fixtures were managed with the highest standards of integrity. Through these combined efforts, the club continues to deliver successfully on its developmental roodmap. securing its Position as a progressive. inclusive, and values-driven Scottish charity. - Raally fantastic very proud to bo part oli •BAIRD 14
Declarutlon This Trustees. Report has been approved by the Board. Signed on behalf of the chority trust* Print nome: GhLIJ LL4Mc Position= Dota: 16