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Born from a Passion for Inclusive Cricket
Our History
Out4Cricket's mission emerged from the inspiring success of pioneering LGBTQ+ cricket clubs such as Graces and Birmingham Unicorns. These clubs demonstrated the strong desire within the LGBTQ+ community to play and enjoy cricket, but also highlighted the need for more inclusive environments where everyone could feel safe and empowered to be themselves.
Learning from these experiences, Out4Cricket initiated conversations with key stakeholders across the cricket landscape, including clubs, counties, and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Together, we embarked on a journey to make cricket a sport where everyone feels welcome, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Today, Out4Cricket's lead the charge for LGBTQ+ inclusion in cricket across the UK, working at all levels of the game to break down barriers and build a truly welcoming community. We believe cricket is a game where lifelong friendships are forged, and we're committed to ensuring that everyone can experience its joy while being their authentic selves.
Champions of Change
Our Team
Lachlan Smith
Lachlan grew up in Australia where cricket dominates every summer. After taking a break from the sport when he moved to the UK he has played league cricket in the West Midlands for the last decade and in 2021 established Birmingham Unicorns, only the second ever LGBTQ+ cricket club. Professionally he works to promote inclusive cultures and environments in the Higher Education sector in the UK and Europe.
Leo Skyner
Leo has had a passion for cricket since an early age. He has been a player for and on the committee of Graces CC – the first LGBTQ+ club – for the past 10 years. Professionally he works in the humanitarian and development sector and has had various roles for various international charities across Europe and Africa over the past 10 years. He has a fundamental belief in inclusion and equal opportunity and access.