A six-week regional academies program for Under-19 cricket players in 16 regions is starting under the supervision of regional coaching & support staff from Thursday (today). A total number of 20 players from each region except 40 each in Karachi & Lahore regions will participate in this players' development program. In addition, National Cricket Academy (NCA)'s coaches and consultants will also visit the academies for specialized lectures and coaching sessions.
The main emphasis during the program will be on improving the fitness, technical, tactical and mental skill capabilities of the players keeping in view cricket requirements and upcoming domestic season, a spokesman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), said.