24/02/2026

South African friends share their reminiscences of Alan Swift | 'Alan will remain synonymous with Devon Youth Cricket to us and the South African tour' – Frik Rossouw | 'a life that changed and positively impacted so many young lives here in Cape Town' –

'Alan was a key figure in the success of Devon Youth Cricket in Devon over the last 30 years or more. The tour that he started continues and in my mind is a pretty good way to remember him' – Gavin Lane | 'A brave maverick who created something very special and unique' – Mark Ansell | 'Without Alan as the catalyst the Devon Youth Cricket Foundation would not have happened' – Richard Wyatt-Haines

24/02/2026

Somerset and England all-rounder Gregory (pictured) remembers Swift's part in his career | 'Alan Swift was one of life’s givers – a special bloke – who gave hugely in time and effort to Devon Cricket'

Tourists look back on impact of South African tour | 'Alan leaves behind a great legacy with paths the way for many more Devon cricketers to succeed in life' – Adam Parker | 'Alan gave hundreds of kids a once-in-a-life opportunity' – Jack Moore | 'He was a kind, generous and funny man that always had time for you' – Luke Bess

21/02/2026

Ex-England all-rounder Dom Bess (pictured) adds his tribute to Alan Swift | 'His time and hard work in the youth set-up no doubt played a huge role in where I am now'

Players and fellow coaches reflect on Swift's huge contribution to youth cricket | 'He helped many, many players go on to make a living out of cricket and was hugely respected wherever he went' – Jim Parker

20/02/2026

England stars Read and Overton lead tributes to Devon youth coach and mentor Alan Swift

'Alan Swift wasn’t just an inspiration — he was a doorway to possibility for countless young people' – Craig Overton

20/02/2026

Devon Women's Conference Schedule 2026

The afternoon will include a Q&A with our special guests, a wellbeing and mindfulness session, self-defence training, and a coaching session with Sophie Luff.

18/02/2026

Vacancy: Trustee with EDI Experience

The Devon Cricket Foundation is looking to appoint a Trustee with EDI experience.

16/02/2026

Hollie Perkin Joins as South Devon Community Coach

The Devon Cricket Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Hollie Perkin as South Devon Community Cricket Coach.

11/02/2026

Chris Brown Appointed Disability Cricket Officer

Chris leaves his role as East Devon Community Cricket Coach and will now be responsible for the coordination, growth, and delivery of disability and inclusive cricket programmes across Devon.

09/02/2026

Get Set Weekend 2026

The Get Set Weekend, powered by Toyota, will take place on 28-29 March.

03/02/2026

ECB County Grants Fund Reopens

The first window of the 2026 County Grants Fund is set to open on Monday, 16 February.