St John’s, Antigua – President of the West Indies Cricket Board Dr. Julian Hunte congratulated the Jamaica Under 17 cricket team for their triumph in the inaugural WICB Regional Under 17 Tournament which was recently played in Tobago.
Month: July 2012
New and veteran artistes, Shortknee for Carnival City
St. George’s, July 18, 2012 – The popular Carnival City shows, hosted by the Spicemas Corporation (SMC) and LIME, continue to generate excitement and exposure to new and established artistes.
Roberts “bewildered’’ by Bernadine’s remarks
St. George’s, July 17, 2012 – Environment Minister Glynis Roberts has said that she is “bewildered’’ at suggestions that some members of cabinet had snubbed attempts at forging better relations and reconciliation among government ministers.
The best in soca to compete at Victoria Park July 27
St. George’s, July 18, 2012 – Former Soca Monarchs, Mr. Killer and Otis, will be hoping that 2012 is the year they’ll reclaim the title they once held as top soca artiste in Grenada. To retain the title, however, the two must first get through a tough field of 31 […]
David Williams and Vasbert Drakes sons in WICB Under 15 Tourney
St John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board Regional Under 15 Tournament which bowls off tomorrow in St Kitts will include the off-springs of two former West Indies players along with the sons and relations of a number of regional players.
Scholar, Otis & Mr. Killa in Groovy Soca Semis
St. George’s, July 17, 2012 – It’s perhaps the strongest field of contestants that has ever vied for a place in the Groovy Soca Monarch finals of Spicemas. There are 20 semi-finalists but only 10 will be selected to try and dethrone Randy Isaac, who won the Groovy Monarch title […]
Sammy, Gayle pay tribute to ‘super fans’ as Windies celebrate
Basseterre, St Kitts — West Indies celebrated their outstanding win in the Digicel One-Day International Series against New Zealand, and dedicated the victory to their many fans who have supported them through thick and thin. Speaking after Monday’s brilliant 20-run win in the fifth and final Digicel ODI, captain Darren […]
Gibson sees Series win as “something to cherish”
Basseterre, St Kitts — Ottis Gibson is pleased with the performances of his team, following their recent dominance over New Zealand in the Digicel Twenty20 and One-Day International Series. The West Indies Head Coach said he saw signs of improvement over the last three weeks of competition, and the players […]
Defending champs Jamaica to clash with Barbados in Regional Under 15 opener
St John’s, Antigua – Defending champions Jamaica will clash with Barbados in the opening round of the West Indies Cricket Board Regional Under 15 Tournament in St Kitts.
An exposé of Grenadian culture in Brooklyn
NEW YORK, July 16, 2012 – Despite threats of heavy thunderstorms, hundreds of Grenadians converged on St Andrew’s Park in Brooklyn, New York for the Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique Day.
It’s time to call it quits Mr. Prime Minister
Dear Editor The Prime Minister’s address at the “Government’s rally” in Gouyave on July 8th had been billed as an account of his government’s performance over the past four years. This was one of the most remarkable speeches made by the Prime Minister during his four years in office. It […]
Narine conquers Black Caps as Windies finish in grand style
Basseterre, St Kitts — Sunil Narine saved his best for last as he and his West Indies team-mates finished off the Digicel One-Day International Series with another impressive display. The slow bowler produced a magical spell which bamboozled New Zealand as West Indies won the fifth and final Digicel ODI […]
Appeal to intensify support for Kirani and other Olympians
St. George’s, July 15, 2012 – A senior member of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) is urging nationals to intensify the public display of support for the country’s athletes who will be participating in the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England.
The best of Best as Windies celebrate Digicel Series win
Basseterre, St Kitts — The lion-hearted Tino Best bowled his heart out for West Indies on Saturday with four wickets as the home team again knocked over New Zealand to seal a superb series win.
Permaul to lead WICB President’s XI against New Zealand
St. John’s, Antigua – The Selection Committee of the West Indies Cricket Board today announced a 12-member WICB President’s XI squad for the three-day, tour match against New Zealand, starting this coming Friday at the Vivian Richards Cricket Ground.
