July 17, 2023
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) expresses condolences to the
family, friends and colleagues of former Antigua & Barbuda and Leeward Islands cricketer Ralston
Otto.
Ralston Malcolm Otto, born December 1957 in Antigua, played first-class cricket between 1980 and
1990, and was later coach and manager of the Leeward Islands team. Otto was cousin of former
West Indies fast bowler Curtly Ambrose. He passed away late afternoon on Friday, July 14, 2023, at
home in Antigua at the age of 65.
WIPA Treasurer, and former West Indies wicket-keeper batsman, Ridley Jacobs, who was coached
by Otto said, “We are sorry to hear that Ralston Otto has passed away. He was a good motivator
and a good coach. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and colleagues at this time.
May God help them stay strong and may Otto’s soul rest in peace.”