ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – West Indies Test captain Darren Sammy said he was extremely delighted with the steps his side have taken in achieving their goals in the longest version of the international game. West Indies are now the fifth-ranked Test side in the World, following the latest update of […]
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Powell says Windies-A up to India-A challenge
BENGALURU, India – West Indies A-Team limited-overs captain Kieran Powell said the players on his side were looking to prove themselves against tough opponents when they tackle India-A in three One-day (50 overs) matches followed by a Twenty20 contest this coming week. The first One-day match will be on Sunday […]
West Indies Moves up the 5th Position in Test Ranking
Dubai, UAE – The two-match series was drawn 1-1 with Zimbabwe finishing at 34 ratings points, ahead of 10th ranked Bangladesh Test has helped it return to the Reliance ICC Test Team Rankings for the first time since May 2007. A historic 24 runs win for Zimbabwe in the second and […]
Bennett has high expectations for Windies-A
BENGALURU, India – West Indies A-Team head coach Junior Bennett said he has confidence in the players on the tour of India and wants to see them play above expectations. Bennett said he was heartened by the performances from his side during their home series against Sri Lanka-A in June, […]
Spin bowling clinic timely says Gibson
CAVE HILL, Barbados – West Indies Head Coach Ottis Gibson said he felt the WICB spin bowling clinic being conducted by former Pakistan off-spin master Saqlain Mushtaq was vital to the development to a number of players. A group of senior and emerging spinners from the Caribbean have been benefitting […]
T&T’s New York Consulate confirms Sparrow is alive
The Consulate General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in New York confirms that Mr. Slinger Francisco, “The Mighty Sparrow” is alive. The Consulate General was informed of his condition today 12th September, 2013 at 8:37am by his son, Mr. Richard Francisco, who has been […]
Grenadian soca Artiste Synnah Releases His Second Book In His Zombie Avengers Series
Multitalented Grenadian Soca artiste Earl Edwards, best known as Synnah in the music world, has expanded his artistic wings to become a highly revered children’s author. His literary debut is a series of books for 9-12 year olds called Zombie Avengers. The first book in the series Zombie Avengers: Slay […]
Sparrow is very much alive
According to Tony, the son of the Mighty Sparrow, “dad is very much alive” and has been responding to family members although he is in a coma. Do not believe in the rumors out there especial from postings on social media, that is very disturbing to the relatives and close […]
Primary Health Care make early Major Impact
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Thursday, September 12, 2013 – GIS: A noticeable increase in the number of home visits to patients in need of healthcare services has boost the confidence level of the Grenada’s healthcare policy directors. The increase comes as the Ministry of Health and Social Security – Primary Health […]
Grenada upgrades from Board of Tourism to Tourism Authority
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, September 11, 2013 – GIS: Increased marketing opportunities, greater potential for earning and better partnership with airlines and cruise ships are just a few of the benefits that Grenada will enjoy as it embarks upon new tourism frontiers by embracing the concept of a Tourism Authority. At […]
Solozano, Moti-Kanhai, McSween named in Windies Under 19 squad to face Bangladesh
St. John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board today announced the West Indies Under 19 squad to face Bangladesh Under 19 in a seven match One Day Series to be played in Guyana in October. Leading run scorer in the recently concluded Regional Under 19 Tournament, Trinidadian Jeremy Solozano […]
Upgrades turn up the volume on Adventist radio ministry
Sep 10, 2013 – Silver Spring, Maryland, United States ANN staff, with reporting by Shelley Nolan Freesland A multi-million dollar upgrade dedicated last week at Adventist World Radio’s flagship studio in Guam will broaden the scope of the radio ministry’s outreach across Asia, administrators say. The $2.9 million upgrade features a […]
Kirani James Receives EC 500,000 in cheque and Treasury Bills
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 – GIS: Olympic 400 metre champion Kirani James, has received a cheque valued at EC 100,000 dollars, the first part of EC 500,000 dollars promised to him by the government after his historic feat in London last year. Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell […]
Walton seeks consistency in India
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Chadwick Walton said he was looking to achieve consistency in front and behind the stumps when he suits up for the West Indies A-Team on their upcoming tour of India. The Jamaican wicketkeeper/batsman, who has played most of his regional cricket for the Combined Campuses and Colleges, […]
PengCo Music’s Randal Alexander is on a mission
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. September 9, 2013——Randal Alexander’s music engineering studio at PengCo Music is full of activity and there’s no sign of slowing down. On the heels of some super hot releases featuring Swappi and Orlando Octave last month, PengCo Music has unleashed another track featuring Swappi- one called, OMG. Already […]
