National Rounders Association
PLAY ROUNDERS
Rounders is an exciting striking
and fielding game where the aim is to hit the ball and run
round 4 bases to get a rounders. It can be played by
children and adults, and is currently the most popular sport
for secondary school girls. There are over 30 adult leagues
in the country.
A team consists of nine players
on the field, and can be women’s or mixed teams. Adult teams
tend to be made up of local village groups, friends, work
colleagues, players from other sports looking for a summer
game and young people who want to continue playing rounders
after leaving school.
The initial appeal is that
rounders is fun to play, and doesn't involve buying a lot of
very expensive equipment. After a short time the sport can
become addictive.
Recruiting players can be easier
than you think. Advertise locally in the newsagents, the
sports hall, the library, newsagents etc., and don't forget
the local schools. The local free newspapers or radio
station will often run articles . If there is a local league
contact them for information on how to join and what help
they can give you with coaching etc. or friendly matches to
give you practice.
If you do form a team you would
be advised to become National Rounders Association members.
Contact the NRA office for help if you aren't getting
anywhere locally, they may be able to advise you and can
certainly help as you gain in proficiency and provide you
with insurance
If playing equipment is not
available from your Leisure Department it can be bought from
the NRA approved suppliers. A set of 4 bases, posts, balls
and bats can cost less than you might think. It may be that
your local Council, Sport England or Awards for All can give
grants. You could also ask local business for sponsorship.
Most Leisure Departments are
happy to mark pitches out (for a charge) and Sports
Development Officers may help start a league.
WHY NOT TRY IT???
The National Rounders Association can be contacted at ;-
55 Westland Gardens
Westfield
Sheffield
S20 8ES
Tel 0114 2480357
The NRA has a website with more information :-
National Rounders Association