Volunteer Spotlight: Val, Congress

We interviewed SCU legend, Val Dawes, who told us about her experience as a Congress volunteer and how this year is extra special for her as her son Charles makes his SCU debut.

Round 3 Report – It’s All to Play For

There is all to play for as the Street Child Cricket World Cup 2023 moves towards its conclusion. Group standings and knockout fixtures were confirmed ahead of tomorrow’s Finals Day, while preparations took place ahead of the General Assembly.

Volunteer Spotlight: Violah

We interviewed Violah, a volunteer working in Congress. We find out about her first experience of a Street Child World Cup and what it’s like to leave your home country for the first time.

Seaside splashing, slides and sunset

Teams focused on finessing their voices, before letting off some serious steam on a splash-filled trip in the afternoon.

Round 2 Report – Street Child Cricket World Cup 2023

The second round of fixtures of the Street Child Cricket World Cup 2023 has seen the tournament explode into life, with all three groups beginning to form their shape as teams target qualification for Saturday’s finals day.

Volunteer Spotlight: Hank, Cricket

We interviewed Hank, a Cricket Volunteer at the 2023 Street Child Cricket World Cup in Chennai, India, to find out more about his role at the event and why he is so passionate about the game.

Furthering Friendships

Teams continued working towards declarations for the General Assembly, while an exchange of wristbands demonstrated growing trust and unity.

Round 1 Report: Opening Matches of the Street Child Cricket World Cup 2023

For the first time, all the teams were present at the Amir Mahal Palace, Chennai, where they were welcomed by guests – including Latha Rajinikanth(the wife of Tamil cinema superstar Rajinikanth) – supporters, and all those who have helped put on the festival that is the Street Child Cricket World Cup 2023.

The Power of Art: From drumming to dance parties

The young people enjoyed their first day of the arts programme, and all 19 teams were together for the first time at the evening’s ‘Late Show’.

Volunteer Spotlight: Maisy, Arts

We interviewed Maisy, an Arts Volunteer at the 2023 Street Child Cricket World Cup in Chennai, India, to find out more about her role at the event and why the arts programme is just as important as the cricket.