Aspire Cricket Honors Sindhu Sriharsha and Welcomes Aditiba Chudasama as USA Women’s Captain
On the heels of USA Cricket’s decision to look toward the future and change captaincy for the Women’s Senior National Team, Aspire Cricket would like to recognize Sindhu Sriharsha for her invaluable contributions to the team and cricket community over her nearly 8 years as captain. We would also like to extend a warm congratulations to Aditiba Chudasama on her new role!
Sindhu has been the only captain that any of the current Senior National Team members have known. They have grown up and come into their own under Sindhu’s leadership - a responsibility she has cherished, but has never taken lightly. Over this time, Sindhu has gone above and beyond her role on the pitch, by giving back to the girls and cricket community through volunteering, mentorship and co-founding Aspire Cricket. The positive impact she has made in helping women’s cricket move forward in this country cannot be overstated.
Sindhu has always done her very best for the team and will continue to support Aditiba and the girls through this change as they enter a 5-match ODI series in Zimbabwe. Wheels up 10 days from now.
Hats off to you, Sindhu, and best of luck to Aditiba and the team as they battle Zimbabwe for wins!🏏
Celebrating International Podcast Day with Aspire Cricket Co-Founder Uzma Iftikhar on the Big Innings Podcast
Happy International Podcast Day! 🎙
We are excited to celebrate by highlighting our co-founder, Uzma Iftikhar, who was recently featured on the Big Innings Podcast, hosted by Nate Hays and Aaman Patel. Have a listen to Uzma’s take on the USA’s historic first ODI against PNG and deep dive into the talented Women’s National Team!
Thanks to the Big Innings for featuring Women’s Cricket
🔗 You can catch the podcast, here: Big Innings - Ep 26: Uzma Iftikhar talks USA Women ODI; USA Men vs Canada T20i
How Youth Sports Shape Women’s Leadership: Insights from the Women’s Sports Foundation
The latest study by the Women’s Sports Foundation was released this month and is a powerful reminder of the positive impact youth sports have on women’s leadership development.
Key Highlights:
🏆 67% of women believe they’ve carried skills and lessons from sports into adulthood.
🌟 49% of women credit sports with shaping their leadership abilities.
🥇 The top skills learned from sports: 73% teamwork, 53% learning from mistakes, 51% handling pressure, and 46% pushing physical boundaries.
However, barriers still persist for girls’ participation in sports:
💸 27% cite family finances.
👩👧 20% face low parental engagement.
🏟️ 20% lack opportunities to participate.
🩹 17% have injury/health concerns.
The results from this study resonate deeply with us at Aspire Cricket because we have all gained so much in our lives and individual careers through life-long involvement in sports. In our work to pay it forward, we aim to address many of the barriers that hold girls back from participating. By creating safe, fun, accessible, community focused programming, we hope to inspire young cricketers to keep at it and to encourage more girls to give the sport a try.
Creating opportunities in cricket for girls to learn and grow not only expands the game, but also develops our next generation of female leaders. We are driven by the role we have to play in this space and hope that support for girls and women in sport continues to grow!
Thanks to the Women’s Sports Foundation for this study.
🔗 Play to Lead: The Generational Impact of Sport on Women’s Leadership
🔗 You can catch our recap video, here: Play to Lead Study - The Generational Impact of Sport on Women’s Leadership | Aspire Cricket
75 Girls, 3 Days, and Unforgettable Cricket: Aspire and Girls Inc Partnership
We are so proud to have partnered with Girls Inc of Alameda County for a three-day Discover Cricket Summer Series. With sponsorship from the San Francisco Unicorns, we were able to introduce cricket to 75 amazing girls. 🏏
The girls are part of a 5-year Eureka Summer Program, focused on confidence, sisterhood, college and career readiness for girls aged 13-17. We feel incredibly grateful to partner with other organizations whose values around inclusivity and access to opportunities for girls align so closely with ours.
It was a blast to watch the girls’ leadership styles shine through as they supported each other through various cricket-related competitions. The level of curiosity around cricket and the engagement we experienced from the girls was highly rewarding. The excitement and laughs we all shared will not soon be forgotten. We may have also discovered some serious athletic talent and hope that some of the girls feel inspired to continue learning about the game.
We look forward to making the Discover Cricket Summer Series an annual tradition with Girls Inc of Alameda County and hope to launch other cricket-related activities during the school year.
A big thank you to Girls Inc of Alameda County and their volunteers for the opportunity and for making the series such a big success! Thank you to the San Francisco Unicorns as well, whose sponsorship and support helped make the series possible. And last, but not least, thank you to our wonderful volunteer coaches for sharing your time and experiences with the girls and for being examples for young girls in sport to look up to:
Chetnaa Prasad - US Women’s National Team All Rounder
Isani Vaghela - US Women’s National Team All Rounder
Suhani Thadani - US Women’s National Team All Rounder
Yashaaditi Teki - US Women’s National Team All Rounder
🔗 You can catch our recap video, here: Aspire Cricket x Girls Inc of Alameda | Discover Cricket Pop-Up Summer Series | Hayward
Aspire Cricket Featured at IIT MAANA Gajendra Circle Conference: Promoting Women’s Cricket in the USA
We're excited to share that Aspire Cricket will be featured with an exhibitor booth at the upcoming Gajendra Circle Conference, organized by the IIT Madras Alumni Association of North America (IITMAANA) - Bay Area Chapter!
Come by our booth to learn more about our mission to promote and grow women’s cricket across the USA and see how you can be part of the story. Our friends, the San Francisco Unicorns will also be there with a booth! We look forward to connecting with fellow alumni, students, and supporters of IIT Madras who are passionate about making a difference.
A special thank you to Narendra (Naren) Nayak and the IITMAANA Bay Area Chapter for providing us with this platform.
🔗 Don’t forget to sign up for the event, here.
Aspire Cricket Engages 70 Youngsters at the San Francisco Unicorns Family Day!
We are excited to share our recap of the San Francisco Unicorns Family Day, presented by Royal Rice!
Earlier this summer we had the opportunity to engage about 70 youngsters in events geared toward building excitement for cricket in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We are hopeful that the Aspire crew and our wonderful volunteer coaches were able to inspire a few young girls to pursue cricket for themselves! A big thank you to the following volunteer coaches for coming out and paying it forward to the youngsters:
Erica Rendler - ICC Level 2 Coach and Former US Women’s National Team Batter
Yashaaditi Teki - US Women’s National Team All Rounder
Isani Vaghela - US Women’s National Team All Rounder
Spoorthi Rao - Domestic Batter
You can catch our recap video, here: Aspire Cricket x SF Unicorns Family day presented by Royal Rice
Thank you to our partners, the San Francisco Unicorns, for putting on such an amazing community event! 🦄 🏏
Sindhu Sriharsha: From Corporate Leader to USA Women’s Cricket Captain
We are excited to highlight a recent press release from West Monroe celebrating the inspiring journey of our co-founder, Sindhu Sriharsha. Sindhu has had a remarkable career both on and off the cricket pitch. She currently serves as a manager at West Monroe’s Technology & Experience practice, leading strategic Salesforce implementations, while also captaining USA's Women’s Cricket Team since 2017.
Sindhu's story is one of resilience, leadership, and mentorship. Having rediscovered her passion for cricket after moving to the USA, Sindhu rose through the ranks to become the leader her team needed. Her journey is not just about personal achievements but also about giving back to the community through Aspire Cricket, a nonprofit she co-founded to make cricket more inclusive and accessible for girls and women across the USA.
In the press release, Sindhu talks about the challenges she faced in India, her rediscovery of the sport in the US, and how West Monroe has supported her leadership journey—both in her corporate role and as the captain of Team USA. As cricket looks toward its inclusion in the LA28 Summer Olympics, Sindhu continues to mentor and inspire the next generation of cricketers, ensuring that opportunities abound for girls and women in the sport.
We are grateful for this feature and proud of the continued impact Sindhu makes both through Aspire Cricket and her professional career.
🔗 Check out the full story on West Monroe's website here: Cricket, Leadership, and Mentorship: The Inspiring Journey of Sindhu Sriharsha
Aspire Cricket Partners with San Francisco Unicorns to Elevate Women’s Cricket in the USA
We are proud to partner with the San Francisco Unicorns as their Official Non-Profit Partner for the 2024 Major League Cricket season and beyond. 🦄 🏏
This collaboration aims to elevate women’s cricket in the USA, sharing resources and coaching expertise to inspire the next generation of women cricketers. The Unicorns are committed to giving greater exposure to cricket and building interest in Bay Area cricket as a whole, while helping to develop its quality at the grassroots level. Catch the Unicorns in action starting July 7!
Check out our exciting video to see what all the excitement is about.
Aspire Cricket Co-Founder Sindhu Sriharsha on the Good Vibe Show
Catch the latest episode of the Good Vibe Show featuring our co-founder, Sindhu Sriharsha! 🌟 As the USA Women's Cricket Team Captain and a visionary leader behind Aspire Cricket, Sindhu shares her incredible journey from player to captain, reflecting on her cricket career, leadership, and her passion for empowering girls and women through cricket. 🙌
Tune in to hear Sindhu's story and her vision for Aspire Cricket’s mission to expand opportunities for women in cricket across the USA. Thank you to the Good Vibe Show for the amazing spotlight!
Aspire Cricket’s World Book Day Giveaway: Enter to Win the Alice Henderson Series
Win the Complete ‘Alice Henderson Series! 📚 🏏
Join our celebration for World Book Day by entering our contest to win the “Alice Henderson Series,” where backyard cricket leads to global adventures!
Here’s how to swing into the contest:
1. Like this post ❤️
2 Follow @aspirecricket.us 📲
3. Tag two friends who love cricket or empowering stories in the comments below! 🗣️
Bonus: Share this post on your story for an extra entry - don’t forget to tag us!
Contest ends April 30th
📖🔗 Whether you’re a seasoned cricket fan or new to the game, Alice’s story is about the power of determination and the magic of believing in oneself. Perfect reading for aspiring athletes and dreamers of all ages! Visit our website to learn more about the Alice Henderson Series and our partnership with talented author SR Silcox.
International Women’s Day: Aspire Cricket celebrates the Unstoppable Spirit of Women in Cricket and Sports
Celebrating the unstoppable spirit of women in cricket and beyond this International Women’s Day 🏏 🎉
Aspire Cricket Co-Founders Join Friends of the San Francisco Unicorns 2024 Kickoff Event
Our co-founders Aundria Mirabrishami and Sindhu Sriharsha attended the San Francisco Unicorns’ 2024 Friends of the Unicorns Kickoff Event in Palo Alto. The event brought together sponsors, partners, and community members to celebrate the upcoming Major League Cricket season. With Coach Shane Watson joining virtually, the event featured a sneak peek into the team's preparation, further solidifying Aspire Cricket’s connection to the cricket community in the USA.
What a treat to connect with Kerry Schonfelder, a Brand & Marketing Strategist for Visual Traffic Pty Ltd. We appreciate the support from all around the globe, and we can't wait to continue bringing people together through cricket.
Aspire Cricket Joins the Celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Cheers to the girls and women lighting up the sports world! Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day!
Event Recap: Aspire Cricket’s San Diego Women’s Cricket Skills Camp - January 2024
Thanks to the San Diego Cricket Club Youth Academy (SDCCYA) for having us back for our second Women’s Cricket Skills Camp!
It was another special day of great cricket with an amazing group of girls! We were so happy to see the returning girls again and to meet some new budding cricketers as well. We look forward to watching these girls progress and hope to help them learn and grow with more camps like these. The future is bright 🤩
Event Recap: Aspire Cricket & SCJCA Bring Cricket to the City of Compton’s Sports Day - January 2024
Our Discover Cricket Pop Up at The City of Compton’s Sports Day was a blast! Introducing the sport we love to new kids in new communities is one of our core missions and events like these make us excited for what the future holds! 🚀
Much gratitude to our friends Southern California Junior Cricket Academy and The City of Compton for having us. We cannot wait to be back!
And a special shout out to Marin Cricket Club and US Cricket Store for supplying raffle prizes for the kids 🫶🏼
Event: Aspire Cricket’s Women’s Cricket Skills Camp in San Diego - January 2024
Our San Diego Women’s Cricket Skills Camp is back! Join us and the San Diego Youth Cricket Association to level up your game, connect with fellow cricketers and have some fun!
🗓️ Sunday, January 14th
🕐 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Canyonside Park 12350 Black Mountain Road, San Diego, CA 92129
Event: Discover Cricket Pop-Up with Aspire Cricket & SCJCA at City of Compton’s Sports Day - January 2024
Get ready to hit a SIX this Saturday with the City of Compton’s Sports Day! 🌟
Join us at Kelly Park for a day filled with sports, smiles, and sunshine! Cricket 🏏 Lacrosse 🥍 and Ball Hockey 🏒 will be featured. We’ve teamed up with the Southern California Junior Cricket Academy to bring you an exclusive ‘Discover Cricket Pop Up’. 🎉
🍽️ FREE lunch for the kids!
🎟️ Exciting raffle draw to wrap up the day!
🏑 No equipment? No problem! We’ve got you covered.
Mark your calendars:
📅 Saturday, January 13th
🕚 11 AM - 12:30 PM
📍 2319 E Caldwell St, Compton, CA 90220
Open to all kids! Grab your spot and let’s make some memories!
Aspire Cricket Co-Founders Compete in the ICC 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier
The ICC 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier begins TOMORROW!
Join Aspire Cricket in supporting Team USA as the gals take on Argentina in Match 1! 🏏
Coin toss is Monday, September 4th at 8:30am PST with a 9:30am PST start.
You can watch the match on icc.tv or in person at Woodley Cricket Field in Van Nuys, CA.
Welcome, Argentina and LET’S GO USA! 🚀
Event: Aspire Cricket’s Discover Cricket Pop-Up at SoCal Lashings Opening Weekend - July 2023
Discover Cricket Pop Up in Van Nuys, CA! 📢
Aspire Cricket will be hosting a booth at the SoCal Lashings Opening Weekend Festival this Saturday, August 5th, from 2:00-5:00PM at Woodley Park!
If you’re in the greater Los Angeles area, come on by to say hello 👋 to our co-founder Auni and Aspire Cricket volunteers, enjoy the festivities and catch an exciting match of Minor League Cricket! 🏟️
We cannot wait to spend the day celebrating cricket and engaging with more youngsters, girls and women interested in joining in on all the fun. ✨🏏
Special shout out and thanks to the SoCal Lashings for the support! Check out our flyer and visit lashingscricket.com for more details.