Jamaica women’s head coach not surprised by dominant display to claim regional double
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amaica senior women’s cricket Head Coach Shane Brooks says the dominant display in the 2024 regional competitions in St Kitts & Nevis is the perfect rally after last season’s disappointments. The Stafanie Taylor-captained Jamaicans won four of five matches to lift the CG United Women’s Super50 Cup which was scheduled from March 4-13. They accumulated 24 points to finish ahead of Guyana (18), Windward Islands (16), Barbados (14), Trinidad & Tobago (four), and Leeward Islands (two). They completed the coveted double when they claimed the T20 Blaze, winning all five matches during th ..read more
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Cricket West Indies Announces Upcoming Strategic Plan for 2024-2027:
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Cricket West Indies (CWI) is set to unveil its new four-year strategic plan for 2024-2027, titled "The Long Run". Recently presented to the Board of Directors during a board meeting in Antigua and discussed with shareholders at the Annual General Meeting, this strategic blueprint marks a pivotal juncture for the organization and West Indies cricket. Reflecting on 2023 as a year of recovery and describing it as crucial in laying the groundwork for this ambitious plan, CWI Chief Executive Officer, Johnny Grave, provided insight stating, "We are excited to present “The Long Run”, our strategic ro ..read more
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CPL 2024 to be broadcast on TV6 following stellar results
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The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) will once again be broadcast on TV6 in Trinidad & Tobago in 2024, with the tournament taking place from 29 August to 6 October.  The CPL and WCPL had outstanding TV numbers in Trinidad & Tobago during the 2023 season with the tournament outperforming the viewing figures achieved in the country for events like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics.  The tournament achieved the highest prime time audience share of any broadcast in September 2023, with 41.87% of viewers tuning in to ..read more
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Former national female cricketer Michelle Ellis has died
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Former Barbados female cricketer Michelle Ellis has died, the Barbados Cricket Association (BCA) announced Sunday. Below is the full statement from the BCA: It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely passing of Ms Michelle Ellis, a former Barbados female cricketer. Details of the funeral arrangements will be shared once confirmed.  Ellis, affectionately known as ‘Donna’ in the cricket circle, proudly represented the Barbados Women’s Cricket Team from 2005-2009.  She was instrumental in developing and growing the game in the country, and was a powerful right-handed batter ..read more
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Ja U-15 cricket coach optimistic ahead of regional tournament
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MILTON Thomas, the new Jamaica Under-15 cricket head coach, says players are “upbeat” and eager going into the 2024 West Indies Rising Stars tournament in Antigua. The Jamaicans, comprising a 14-member playing squad, were scheduled to depart the island on Sunday ahead of their opening match against Leeward Islands on Tuesday. “The guys are upbeat,” Thomas told the Jamaica Observer just prior to their departure. Thomas, who replaces the experienced Philip Service as coach of the Under-15s, said once the budding cricketers play to their abilities he expects an improvement on Jamaica’s ..read more
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Shepherd: ‘It’s my strength vs your strength when I’m at the crease’
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West Indies allrounder Romario Shepherd has established himself as a regular in T20I cricket and franchise T20 leagues around the world. In the run-up to the 2024 T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA, coach Daren Sammy name-checked Shepherd as one of the players who can dominate the tournament. But before that, he will be in action for Mumbai Indians in the IPL. Shepherd talks about his power-hitting, slower balls, growing up with Shamar Joseph in Baracara, and reuniting with Kieron Pollard at Mumbai. Your next assignment is with Mumbai Indians – one of the best fra ..read more
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Coach Richardson blames top order flop for Scorpions’ latest defeat
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JAMAICA Scorpions Head Coach Andrew Richardson says the failure of the team’s top order batting is the main reason for the seven-wicket loss to Leeward Islands Hurricanes in the regional first-class cricket match at Sabina Park. The Stuart Williams-coached Hurricanes coasted to 189-3 on Saturday’s last day of the fifth-round encounter to overhaul the 187 runs required to complete their fourth win in a row. Scores: Scorpions 221 (68.2 ovs) & 196 (62.3 ovs); Hurricanes 231 (58.3 ovs) & 189-3 (62.3 ovs). West Indies Test batsman Justin Greaves, who top-scored with 62 in the first innings ..read more
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Barbados in prime position to push for win against T&T Red Force
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Left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican struck twice in the final hour and followed up a solid 72 from Jonathan Drakes that enabled Barbados Pride to hold the advantage against hosts and arch-rivals Trinidad & Tobago Red Force in the West Indies Championship. Warrican ended the day with two for 19 from 12 overs, and Red Force were 100 for three in their second innings, still seven runs behind, when stumps were drawn at Queen’s Park Oval. Opener Kjorn Ottley has so far led the way with 39, and first innings batting hero Amir Jangoo was not out on 30. Earlier, Drakes anchored the Pride batting after ..read more
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Scorpions prepare for stern batting on day three against Hurricanes
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Jamaica Scorpions all-rounder Peat Salmon says batsmen will have to buckle down to build a “sizeable” lead against Leeward Islands Hurricanes in the regional first-class match at Sabina Park. The Scorpions ended Thursday on 59-4 in their second innings as 18 wickets fell during a day in spinners extracted sharp turn and bounce. West Indies Test left-hander Kirk McKenzie, who opened the batting, is not out on 24, while Salmon, after grabbing five wickets earlier in the day, is on two. Earlier, the Hurricanes made 231 in their first-innings reply after the Scorpions resumed on 173-6 and were bow ..read more
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Ex-TTCB treasurer Kiswah Chaitoo appeal hearing set for end of April
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Kiswah Chaitoo’s appeal against his February 28 removal as Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) treasurer will be heard by the Supreme Appellate Committee on either April 29 or 30. This was confirmed by Chaitoo’s attorney Dinesh Rambally on Wednesday as the committee met with his legal team and those of the TTCB, at the National Cricket Centre in Balmain, Couva. Representing the board were attorneys Navindra Ramnanan and Henry Chase. The meeting was held to treat with the hearing of the appeal. The committee asked both parties, Chaitoo and the TTCB, to have some discussions with a view to ..read more
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