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Our Experienced Coaches

At The Boundary, we’re focused on developing more than just cricket skills , we’re helping young people grow in confidence both on and off the field. Many of our players go on to become part of our coaching team, gaining experience through initiatives such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

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Gary Richardson

Lead Coach

Gary began coaching when his son joined Bedford Cricket Club and has spent more than 15 years helping young players develop their skills and confidence. An ECB Level 2 coach, he now works across three local clubs and delivers private coaching from Thurleigh CC.

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First Aid

Sam Richardson

Coach

Now playing for Thurleigh and Biddenham, Sam brings over six years of coaching experience, having led camps and worked closely with young players to build their skills, confidence, and enjoyment of the game. He is passionate about helping the next generation of cricketers develop and reach their full potential.

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Anna Trueman

Mentor

Anna is a pupil at Bedford Girls’ School and plays regularly for both school and representative sides, including Cricket East. Having trained with Gary for the past two seasons, she recently joined the coaching team as part of her Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.

Player Development

Youth Coaching

Confidence Building

Steve Guest

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Coach

Steve Guest has been a PE specialist at Bedford School where cricket was a large part of his day-to-day delivery. He has worked with a wide range of players across the school teams within a training environment and as a team manager against a prestigious group of opponents.

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Real Stories, Real Results

"My son finds the coaching and bowling machine so beneficial to his game, being able to practice different techniques, as well as being taught excellent game tactics, we also find the coaching to a fantastic confidence boost."

"Gary has worked with all three of my children; different ages, challenges requirements and the results have been so pleasing. Working with Gary is a must for all budding sportsmen and women with big ambitions."

"Gary not only offers a super-fun introduction to serious sports for little ones but as the stakes get higher; his incredible coaching and compassionate attitude can have an utterly transformative effect on students; carefully fine-tuning techniques while building self-esteem which goes way beyond the boundaries of the pitch."