Latest update November 29th, 2024 1:00 AM
Guyana blind cricket team preparing for Regional tourney
Members of the Guyana Blind cricket team after a practice session at the National Gymnasium.
The Guyana blind cricket team under Coach Patrick Howard is currently preparing for the West Indies Blind Cricket Association 40-over tournament which is set bowl off in St. Lucia from July 25.
The national team commenced their preparation just over a month ago and is currently encamped at the National Gymnasium where they are fine tuning preparation for the competition which will also feature defending champions Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados and the Windward Islands.
Speaking with Kaieteur Sport, Coach Howard said he is satisfied their progress but there is always room for improvement. “Our batting and bowling look fine, but more emphasis needs to be placed on fielding and running between the wickets,” he stated.
He expressed confidence that the team can do well. “We have a well balance team and I am confident we can make it to the final,” he said, adding that three players have already represented the West Indies.
Howard pointed out that the fitness level is not where he wants it to be but said the players are improving with every session. He is calling on the Government of Guyana and the business community for their support stating that they may not be able to make the trip without their input.
“We have received some support from a few entities for which we are thankful. It is important for us to take part in this tournament because following its conclusion a West Indies team will be selected for the 2016 World Cup,” he explained. He informed that the team received tax exemption (airport and tickets) from the Government, while businesses such as Republic Bank, Neal and Massy, GT and T as well as the Guyana Cricket Board have assisted.
The squad reads; Ganesh Singh, Leroy Phillips, Kevin Douglas, Anthony Robinson, Douglas Teekah, Tishan Rodney, Crystal Aulder, Malita Bailey, Gordon Sandiford, Vishaul Mohabir, Seon Mitchell, Musa Haynes, Ronald Sunmer and Brain Allan. Patrick Howard (coach), Therese Pemberton (manager) and Cecil Morris (offical). The team is expected to depart on July 24.
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