Birt, who is now retired and playing for the Claremont-Nedlands Cricket Club, ran a free cricket clinic in Swanbourne last week for children 6 to 14 to teach them the benefits of the sport.
Birt said the clinic was about getting kids outside away from the TV and their iPads.
“It’s a great opportunity for kids to have fun, spend time outside and learn from professionals,” he said.
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Almost 100 children took part in the free clinic.
He said he saw a number of local and talented younger players shine during the clinic.
“Out of the kids who participated there could possibly be a few who could be playing for the Warriors in 10 years time,” he said.
Birt said he was enjoying playing local cricket again with top-of-the-ladder Claremont-Nedlands
“I captained the side the past two years, but have taken a step back this year and am just playing,” he said.
“We’ve got a good blend of experience, with a lot of older experienced players and some talented younger players coming through.”