CARICOM Conference aims to revitalize West Indies Cricket with strategic collaboration

Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister, Dr. Keith Rowley, expressed optimism about the upcoming CARICOM conference on West Indies cricket, emphasizing the need for strategic collaboration and innovation to revitalize the sport in the region.

As the current chairman of the CARICOM prime ministerial sub-committee on cricket and a strong advocate for Cricket West Indies governance reform, Rowley will preside over the conference, scheduled from April 25 to 26 in the Trinidadian capital.

The event aims to bring together various stakeholders, including cricketing legends, players, clubs, coaches, administrators, and officials such as CWI president Dr. Keyshore Shallow.

A Symposium for Strategic Collaboration

Entitled ‘Reinvigorating West Indies Cricket – A Symposium for Strategic Collaboration and Innovation’, the conference will delve into key topics such as the strategic direction of West Indies cricket, player development, and the intersection of cricket and tourism.

Rowley expressed hope for productive discussions and concrete outcomes, stating, “What we are hoping to do… is to make sure that the best players play for West Indies at all levels in all the formats of the game.”

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Highlighting the importance of retaining top talent, Rowley referenced efforts to entice T&T spinner Sunil Narine out of retirement to represent West Indies in the upcoming ICC Men’s Twenty20 World Cup. Narine’s recent stellar performance in the Indian Premier League underscored his potential impact on the international stage.

A framework that incentivizes elite players to prioritize West Indies cricket

One of the conference’s primary objectives is to establish a framework that incentivizes elite players to prioritize West Indies cricket. Rowley emphasized the need for a robust management and support structure to ensure the availability of top talent for national duty.

Acknowledging the evolving landscape of cricket as a global business, Rowley emphasized the necessity of adapting to new realities and creating pathways that retain the region’s best players. The conference represents a concerted effort by CARICOM to address systemic challenges and chart a sustainable future for West Indies cricket.

The decision to host the event stemmed from discussions during the 46th regular meeting of CARICOM heads of government in February, underscoring the region’s commitment to revitalizing its cricketing landscape.

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