Information
- Please show your support by making a donation online.
- Sign up to receive regular news and information via email.
- Information on our forthcoming cricket and fundraising activities.
Our partners include:
Quotes
"The workshop here in Trinidad is going really good... I am having so much fun but I am also learning new stuff and meeting some really nice people.....The coaches are really nice too! Final day is tomorrow can't wait for it to come but don't want it to end!!"
Young Person in C4C Trinidad Youth Work programme - March 2011
Our Staff
Find out more about the people behind Cricket for Change.
Andy Sellins
Chief Executive
Andy tells us why sport works so well in developing young people's lives?
Who inspires you?
Our staff
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
The staff and trustees are really passionate and proud of what we do
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
Team sport in particular makes you feel part of something bigger than your own little world
What are your main strengths?
Aspire to do the best I can in any situation but with a smile on my face.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Sitting in a beach bar somewhere in Africa drinking a cold beer with DW
What is your favourite quote?
‘Stop talking about it, just get on and do it’ – Danny Baker
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Chris Rock, Spike Lee and Bruno
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Play with my kids
What is your favourite C4C moment?
The deer in DW’s room in Zanzibar
Andy Dalby-Welsh
Director of Operations
What does Andy think his main strengths are?
Who inspires you?
My Dad, Andy Sellins and Gus Poyet
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
Because the people involved in charity believe in the young people they work with and believe that they deserve as many opportunities in life as anyone else whatever their background. The team is a real team and there is a culture within the organization of making a difference. There is also a positive energy at all levels of the charity that enables us to take on the challenges that no one else will do.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
It can assist young people to achieve in an environment they may never have thought possible and at a level they could never have dreamed of. It can enable you to develop friendships and an identity you can feel confident and comfortable with.
What are your main strengths?
A positive attitude, a strong work ethic, an empathy with the young people we work with and the ability to care about those we deliver programmes for and the people in the team that deliver the work. I hope I have a good sense of humour too!
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Overseeing successful Sport for Development programmes across the world, bringing up a family and watching the Super Seagulls winning the Champions League and the Premiership.
What is your favourite quote?
“He who dares wins!”
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Cameron Diaz, Jay Z and John Barclay
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Watching the Super Seagulls, playing cricket and enjoying a few beers with friends and the wife of course.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Teaching totally blind, French speaking, Rwandans Blind Cricket when they had never heard of the game before, White water rafting in the Nile and Gorrilla Trekking in Rwanda
Navjeet Sira
Programme Manager
So, who would Navjeet invite round for dinner, click here to find out more?
Who inspires you?
Apart from all the staff at C4C I would say my dad – he’s reliable, honest, hard working and the life and soul of the party!
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
I think we take on each project and challenge with a positive attitude. We work in areas and with young people that are not easy. Each member of staff pushes themselves to the limit to be the best they can be which ultimately reflects on the change in young people, the change in the charity and the change in the community.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?The nature of sport enables young people to communicate without even realising. Competition, team work, friendships, achievements and improvement help identify what a young person is thinking and capable of. It’s amazing how one session can make a young person feel good or escape from the challenges in their lives.
What are your main strengths?
Being a research geek and evaluating everything I possibly can!
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Still loving sport as much as I do now, helping young people make positive choices and starting my own family.
What is your favourite quote?
“Don’t dream of winning, train for it.” Mo Farah
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Sergio Parisse, Jamie Heaslip, Richie McCaw - Fill them up with Punjabi food and listen to rugby stories all night!
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Hanging out with my friends in the pub and talking about life.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Taking part in the 3 Peaks Challenge fundraiser with some of the team. An amazing 24 hours that I will never forget.
Danny Baker
Training Manager
Who inspires you?
My father is my hero and always has been. He survived a major motor accident and was so strong and persistent with his recovery that he made it easy for me to approach him with any of the problems I faced in life. He told me I can achieve anything I wanted and he never put me down and always told me what I could be rather than bring my faults up. I think this mindset shows in my fun, strong and motivational style of coaching.
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
I think C4C is so successful to date because of two main reasons. One is that we are very much about the young people and the fact that we aim to progress the young people from projects into staff shows we are committed to their development and young people see this. The other is that we never stand still and rest on our laurels. We are looking for the next big thing to work with and with the beginning of Rugby for Change, we will impact on even more lives.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives? Sport is such a good vehicle because it brings people together in a fun way. Young people focus a lot on enjoyment and if young people get positive memories through sport, these thoughts will impact on their everyday lives. Also, sport has a unique way of demonstrating key life skills in practical situations. We focus on sport for development and we can get positive messages about trust, accountability, responsibility, communication and staying safe all through the medium of sport which is its unique selling point in my opinion.
What are your main strengths?
I think my main strengths is my ability to make people feel good about themselves and to also make sessions fun and varied. I also keep my work simple and my only two objectives is to make sure everyone has fun and that they come next week.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
In 5 years time, I would like to think that the charities staffing will have grown with young people from our programmes and that we have done some wonderful work nationally with cricket and rugby. I would also like to think that the international work that is done will be linked together in some way to ensure that they continue to progress well and the ultimate goal would be to have branches of the charity across the world doing amazing work that is relevant to the countries needs.
What is your favourite quote?
My favourite quote is by South African Test Cricket Captain, Graeme Smith. It is a motivational quote for me as it keeps me going no matter how much I have done. The quote is “Nothing is ever enough”, and it is in reference to batting and that he never has enough runs. I link it to that if I am happy with where I am at with work, we will get caught up by other similar organizations and I have to keep striving to keep us on top of the game.
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
This is always a tough question as it is forever changing but currently I would pick Vinnie Jones as he was my boyhood hero!! I love my football and supported Wimbledon when I was younger and he got a bad press for his commitment but his charity work and caring duties never gets mentioned. He also made the most of his abilities and I can relate to that. I would invite Martine McCutcheon as she is absolutely gorgeous and love her accent and my third choice would have to be Nelson Mandela. I am fascinated with his struggle and his passion and drive to stick to what he believed in. I do my job because I really believe in it and am motivated to help others improve and these three (apart from Martine obviously) sum up my life in some way or another.
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
I am a big football fan and love playing for my Sunday team and watching my beloved AFC Wimbledon whenever I can. I am also a sportoholic and I will watch almost anything that involves competition. There isn’t a better emotion than competing against another and really getting pushed to your limit in a fun way. I also enjoy cooking (although I am better at the eating) and hanging out with my gorgeous girlfriend!
What is your favourite C4C moment?
I have many favourite moments with the charity as I have been unbelievably lucky to travel the world doing the work I love and have met some wonderful people along the way. I think the first Apprenticeship graduation however will live with me forever. I was lucky to have a wonderful mentor when I was younger and knowing that I have helped others in a similar way to me being helped was very special for me. Knowing that three of that the first batch are full time staff now makes me feel like I contributed to helping another person’s dreams come true. That is a feeling that few get to feel and I am proud to be able to help with this!
Beth Evans
Development Officer & Peer Leader Co-ordinator
What does Beth think she will be doing in 5yrs time?
Who inspires you?
My Dad
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
I think it is the passion that all the staff have for the work we all do, and how well we all get on, C4C is truly like a big family.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
I think sport is key to developing people in so many ways, not only physically but helps with developing them mentally, improving self confidence and independence. Although what we do is more than sport. We use sport to change young people’s lives.
What are your main strengths?
I believe I am quite an approachable friendly person.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
I hope to be developing groundbreaking female cricket programmes or lying on a beach on a deserted island with a cocktail in my hand.
What is your favourite quote?
“A gentleman is one who puts more into the world than he takes out.” George Bernard Shaw
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Freddie Flintoff, James Corden and Ashton Kutcher
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
A relaxing meal and a few drinks with friends.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Running the girls programme in Bangladesh.
Adam Hall
Development Manager
What is Adam’s favourite quote?
Who inspires you?
Everyone at C4C
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
We are a creative factory of solutions to social issues.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
It can break down barriers and encourage young people to participate without them knowing they are on a life changing journey.
What are your main strengths?
Development
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Have World Domination.
What is your favourite quote?
“Good better best, never let it rest till your good gets better and your better best”
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Sandra Bullock, Tupac Shakur & Jimmy Adams.
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Ipod and gym.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Watching Perry Sophocleous deliver an amazing StreetChance session.
Donovan Miller
Development Officer
Now find out what Donovan’s favourite C4C moment is?
Who inspires you?
The young people I work with inspire me, it’s one of the greatest feelings in the world to know that you’re changing lives.
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
Because we have a fantastic bunch of people who work well in a team and make things happen no matter how challenging the situation is.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
Sport is a good tool because it gets young people from all different backgrounds to come together in a positive way.
What are your main strengths?
My strength is to understand people with all type deferent issues and help them and guide them in the right path.
What is your favorite quote?
My favourite quotes are any in the life story of Mike Henderson.
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Rihanna, Kelly Rowland and Lewis Hamilton .
What is your favorite way to relax away from work?
When am not working I like go to gym, steam, sauna it is a very good way to relax.
What is your favorite C4C moment?
My favourite moment is winning the Street Chance Coach of the Year 2011.
Alex Bassan
Development Officer
Now find out what Alex’s favourite C4C moment is?
Who inspires you?
The person who inspires me is Danny Baker
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
I think it’s because everyone works together to be the best and we always strive to do more.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
I think sport is so important because it can engage people at different levels and has the ability to help others communicate in different ways.
What are your main strengths?
I think my main strengths are making people laugh and being fun and having unbelievable tekkers.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
I would like to be a training officer in the next 5 years and teach people the skills I have learnt.
What is your favorite quote?
“Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens”
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Robert De Nero, Jimi Hendrix and Rosie Jones.
What is your favorite way to relax away from work?
My favorite way to relax is either playing music with my friends, playing any sport or propping up a bar somewhere!
What is your favorite C4C moment?
One of my favorite C4C moments must be breaking down on the way to the airport to go to Israel and watching Danny Baker running down the terminal to catch the plane.
Perry Sophocleous
Development Coach
Now find out what Perry’s main strengths are?
Who inspires you?
Will Smith
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
We go to the places no other organization will go to change lives. If we were able to set up a programme on Mars, I have no doubt we would be successful at it!
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
IT’S FUN! It allows young people to become part of something and it’s easily accessible.
What are your main strengths?
Connecting with young people, attention to detail.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Taking over the world!
What is your favourite quote?
If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got’
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Will Smith, Eva Mendez, Eminem.
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Socializing with friends.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Getting lost in Jerusalem market for two hours with no phones and no English speaking people.
James Wischhusen
Development Coach
What does James do away from work?
Who inspires you?
Andy DW
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
As they have a great team of staff
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives? Because I think all young people love sport. And it gives them an opportunity and happiness and accomplishment when they achieve their hopes.
What are your main strengths?
I believe my strengths are in my coaching skills and in my relationship with the people I coach as I be live in them and are always there to support and motivate them.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
I want to further my career and be on the right path
What is your favourite quote?
Always be on the ball
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
I am happy with who I normally dine with.
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Spending time with family
What is your favourite C4C moment?
The Trinidad trip
Paul Plumbly
Development Coach
Now find out what Paul hopes to be doing in 5yrs time?
Who inspires you?
Matt Holland (Ex-Charlton Captain)
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
We all work together as a tight unit striving for success
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?You develop friendships through sport 99% of my friends are through sport.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Breathing
What are your main strengths?
Being Reliable, Approachable, having banter
What is your favorite quote?
Form is temporary, Class is permanent
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Sir Alex Ferguson, Lance Armstrong, any FHM model
What is your favorite way to relax away from work?
Playing and watching football (Come On Charlton) Being with my mates.
What is your favorite C4C moment?
Isle Of Wight PGL V.I trip with James, Beth, Andy DW and Si
Si Ledwith
Assistant Development Manager
What does Si hope to be doing in 5yrs time?
Who inspires you?
In terms of inspiration I find events and the things that people achieve more powerful than any one figure. I would have to say though that Andy Dalby-Welsh has been a huge inspiration to me. He was the first to ignite my passion for sports coaching and further to that, sports development. Andy has been my mate, my skipper and my boss and has helped me to develop as a player, as a worker and as a person.
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
The innovative ideas for programmes that we implement, the enthusiasm of the coaches we have on the ground and the unity of the team.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
Nothing is more effective at bringing people together than sport, no matter what background, race or religion you are from. Sport is the common interest of the world and can provide young people with; focus, discipline, teamwork, leadership, comradery, decision making skills and many more experiences that help to develop both themselves and their communities.
What are your main strengths?
I’m determined, competitive and very self-motivated; I’m also a good mentor and my strongest attribute for work is adapting to the social surroundings I encounter
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
I hope to be working at Cricket for Change and for my role to have grown with the evolvement of the charity.
What is your favourite quote?
‘Look at my haircut and you will see, I’m ready for the war’ - Jose Mourinho
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Jose Mourinho, Alan Brazil, Mario Balotelli
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Shooting some pool, playing some darts, watching the footy and having a few cheeky pints with the lads is an ideal weekend.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
There are too many to mention and there are too many I’m not allowed to mention! I think I have to choose the trip Afghanistan last October (2011) which was an incredible experience.
We delivered an ICC level 1 cricket coaching course to train up Afghanistan’s first ever cricket coaches. All in all, 29 new coaches were qualified of which 4 of those were women. It was amazing to be in one of the poorest and most dangerous countries in the world and to be making a difference to Afghan people was a real buzz.
Mike Henderson
Development Coach and Fitness Professional
Click here for more information
Experience
Working with disengaged young people and engaging with them through sport with professional boxers.
Hobbies
Playing chess/music/dancing
Tell us something we don’t know
I first went to the shop alone to buy something at the tender age of 2
Stefan McKenzie
Development Coach
Now find out what Stefan’s favourite C4C moment is?
Who inspires you?
My Mum
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
As a charity we been using cricket for over 30 years and got young people together no matter what they are or where they come from, that’s what Cricket for Change is all about.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
We been using cricket for over 30 years and got young people together no matter what they are or where they come from, sport meant to be fun for everyone, we look at everything if they got something we may help if not we will still keep them involve and make sure their enjoy the sports. That’s what Cricket for Change is all about.
What are your main strengths?
My mind – I always try to think good things no matter what
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
To help as many young people as possible in the UK and the world.
What is your favourite quote?
"Keep the faith" and "Kids First Sports Second"
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
If you want to have dinner with me go for it.
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
I like to spend the time with my family.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Been too many but I think for one of them has to be when I competed the first ever Apprentinceship
Daniel Mynott
Hit The Top Peer Leader
Daniel's dinner guests include 2 Star Trek Captain's and an X-man, click here to see who they are
Who inspires you?
The person how inspires me is my PE teacher from school
How did you come to be involved with Cricket for Change?
I came involved in cricket for change from the Bromley Hit The Top club which was coach by Tony (Tony Joseph, a past C4C Development Coach).
What are your ambitions for 2012?
Impove my cricket skills and coaching skills
What are your main strengths?
I bring the best out of young people
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
Sport is a good vehicle for developing young people because it give young people something to focus on and to do.
What is your favourite quote?
"If you think you can you can if you think you can't you can't"
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
William Shatner, Patrick Stewart and Hugh Jackman
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
I like to read a good book
If you could sum up your Cricket for Change experiences in five words, what would they be?
Life changing, fun, exciting and interesting
Fred Bridges
Hit the Top Peer Leader
Click here to see who would join Fred and Kermit the Frog for dinner?
Who inspires you?
My Family and Chris Ellison ( England PD Head Coach)
How did you come to be involved with Cricket for Change?
I first got involved with C4C in Spring 2011 after being invited to play for Surrey by Danny Baker
What are your ambitions for 2012?
Keep developing my skills; Start learning to drive and reach the BADC final with Surrey
What are your main strengths?
Hard working, determined and approachable
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
Sport provides people with the opportunity to express themselves in a a positive way
What is your favourite quote?
'You can buy a bed but you can't buy sleep' Mushtaq Ahmed
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Jonny Wilkinson, Lindsay Lohan, Kermit the frog
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Going to the gym with my friends
If you could sum up your Cricket for Change experiences in five words, what would they be?
Welcoming, Unique, Passionate, Inspiring, Fun
Alasdair Ramsay
Marketing and Fundraising Support Officer
Click here for more information
Who inspires you?
Any person who puts their heart and soul into providing hope and opportunity that offers a life in its fullness to those whose lives have seen constant pain, despair and struggle.
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
Because everyone in the team believes and has faith in the young people that are involved in all of the programmes that the charity provides.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
I am going to cheat here a bit and use a quote from the inspirational Nelson Mandela, as this provides in a nutshell the power of sport, "Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to unite in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers. It laughs in the face of all types of discrimination." (Nelson Mandela)
Louise Rose
Administrator
Now find out which 3 famous people Louise would invite for dinner…..
Who inspires you?
Someone who makes you sit up and listen because their passion for learning is infectious
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
Because of the enthusiasm and passion of the staff involved with Cricket for Change
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
Sport is a great way for young people to develop different skills, self confidence and teamwork whilst having fun.
What are your main strengths?
Organisation and planning
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
To continue learning and developing in a job I love doing
What is your favourite quote?
"Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment" - Buddha
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Alan Carr, Audrey Hepburn and Johnny Depp
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Catching up with friends and family
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Can't answer that at the moment but I'm looking forward to getting involved with Cricket for Change.
Gareth Brock
Cricket Centre Manager
Find out more about Gareth’s favourite quote?
Who inspires you?
Sir Steve Redgrave. For someone not just able to be the best at one Olympics but to win gold at 5 successive games. An immense physical and mental achievement
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
The focus to be the best in the field of what we do.
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
It gives a positive outlet for kids to express themselves away from the confines of the classroom particularly, but not exclusively, for those who are less academic.
What are your main strengths?
Aspire to do the best I can in any situation but with a smile on my face.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Chilling with friends having won the lottery
What is your favourite quote?
My old school quote of ‘age quod agis’ which apparently interprets into ‘Do what you do well’
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Michael McIntyre, Michael Johnson (the athlete) and Demi Moore
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Listening to music and going to concerts.
What is your favourite C4C moment?
In the short time I have been here there is not one favourite moment however the laughter and commaradery of the staff has made working for C4C such fun
Peter Harrison
Finance Manager
Caroline Barrs
Cricket Centre Support
Click here for more information
Caroline has for several years been the cleaner at the Centre.
She is amazingly flexible and without her we would struggle to keep the Cricket Centre going. She also runs events at the Centre on occasions.
Caroline used to play cricket for England and still plays for Kent Nomads and she does a lot to administer the women's cricket leagues.
Steve Hunt
IT and E-mail Support Service (Poppy IT Services)
Now find out who would be invited to Steve’s next dinner party?
Who inspires you?
Pretty much all the C4C team – no names or they will be impossible!
Why do you think C4C is so successful?
I was involved in Scouting for many years and I recognise the ability to ‘reach’ young people, especially with such a wide range of backgrounds
Why do you think sport is such a good vehicle for developing young people’s lives?
It transcends culture, politics, religion and brings people together
What are your main strengths?
Working with people and technology – in that order.
What do you hope to be doing in 5 years time?
Continuing to enjoy good health
What is your favourite quote?
‘I’ll get back to you on that’
If you could have 3 famous people round for dinner who would they be?
Harry Hill, Nicolas Sarkozy & David Cameron – FIGHT!!
What is your favourite way to relax away from work?
Walking, reading, bit of telly – but mainly spending time with my wife & girls
What is your favourite C4C moment?
Seeing guys that started as coaches moving up to positions of greater responsibility and in turn training & inspiring new blood.
Email: www.poppyits.com
