About The Academy
The Franklyn Stephenson Academy located on the private estate of Cockade House in Bennetts, St. Thomas is the newest training facility on the island of Barbados and the brain child of record-breaking, past professional cricketer and current golf professional- Franklyn Dacosta Stephenson.
Aim & Vision
The aim of the academy is to provide a properly equipped and affordable facility where persons who show a keen interest in the game of cricket can hone their skills in the sport and develop to their full potential. The vision is to create a passion for the game and prepare players not only to excel in cricket but also in life and by extension help to mould individuals who will make valuable contributions to society.
The Facility
In addition to access to a well maintained cricket field, a well outfitted pavilion, bowling machines, numerous practice pitches and a facility for night practice sessions, persons can also take advantage of golf nets for swinging practice.
The academy also provides an ideal training base for already established cricketers and has already hosted professional teams from outside of Barbados. The academy looks forward to welcoming more and more talented players each year in the hope of seeing them play national and international cricket