 When Hindmarch grew up he was a keen footballer and cricket player, and his main strength in cricket was his batting.Hindmarch, aged 14, playing in Carlisle United's Under-14-year old team, was attracting the interest of Premiership, but he decided to stay with his local professional club, signing YTS forms.After signing for the club, Hindmarch played both for the youth and reserve teams at the Brunton Park club.