Practising on worn-out turf is set to be a thing of the past for Tauranga Intermediate pupils after being awarded an ANZ Cricket Grant of $3000.
Themoney will be used to replace the worn out turf in the school's cricket nets, which will cost $6000 to complete.
The cricket nets at Tauranga Intermediate are where Black Caps Trent Boult, Daniel Flynn and Doug Bracewell learned their craft and the current talented bunch of players who have won two of the last three national ActivePost (Primary) titles.
ANZ business manager Rob Yeoman says the bank launched the programme to help New Zealanders get the most out of their favourite summer game.
"The ANZ Cricket Grant Scheme was set up to support players and fans at all levels, whether they're playing competitively or in the backyard with their families.