Charity Cricket Match
September 7 @ 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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We’re teaming up with Sunderland Cricket Club for a special day of sport, fun, and community spirit – all to raise vital funds for our Mental Health Hub
📅 Date: 7th September – 12:30pm
📍 Location: Ashbrooke Cricket Club
Enjoy a Family Fun Day packed with activities:
✨ Penalty Shoot-Outs
✨ One Stump Challenge
✨ Raffles, Cakes & Tombolas
✨ Plus the big Charity Cricket Match:
Fans Museum XI 🆚 Sunderland Cricket Club X1
Bring the family, cheer on the teams, and support a fantastic cause helping our community.
Every penny raised goes towards building a safe, supportive Mental Health Hub
Fans Museum to Host Charity Cricket Match in Aid of Mental Health Awareness
The Fans Museum is proud to announce a special Charity Cricket Match against Sunderland Cricket Club on Sunday, 7th September 2025, at the historic Ashbrooke Cricket Club. The event aims to bring the community together while raising awareness and vital support for mental health initiatives.
The day promises to be more than just cricket, with a fantastic Family Fun Day lined up for all ages. Visitors can enjoy
Penalty Shoot-Out Challenge
One Stump Cricket Challenge
Raffles & Tombolas
Homemade Cakes & Refreshments
And much more!
Gates will open at 12.30pm, with the cricket match set to deliver a thrilling contest between the Fans Museum XI and a Sunderland Cricket Club X1. Off the pitch, families and friends can get involved in the fun activities, all while supporting an important cause.
Michael Ganley, Founder of the Fans Museum, said:
“Mental health is something that touches every community. Through sport and shared experiences, we want to show that no one is alone, and that together we can make a difference. This event is about fun, friendship, and supporting those who may be struggling.”
Steve Cassidy Snr is our father figure from our mental health hub who came up with the idea , we are very proud to also have his son and his grandson in the hub too and they truly represent what it is all about .
We would like to extend our thanks to Silksworth Cricket Club for allocating some free net time for the guys to train and also to Andrea and staff at Sunderland Cricket Club .
Entry is free, though donations are encouraged, with all proceeds going toward mental health awareness and support initiatives.