August 19, 2024 — The Windward Islands Cricket Board (WICB) and the Trinidad & Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) are excited to announce the inaugural youth cricket series between the Trinidad and Tobago Under-13 Team and the Windward Islands Under-13 Team. This historic series will be held in Grenada from August 23 to August 28, 2024, and will feature four limited-overs matches.

The series marks a significant milestone in the development of youth cricket within the Caribbean, providing young cricketers with another opportunity to gain valuable experience and exposure at a competitive level.

Dwain Gill, President of the Windward Islands Cricket Board, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming series, stating, “This series represents a crucial step in nurturing the next generation of West Indian cricketers. We are thrilled to host the Trinidad and Tobago Under-13 Team and look forward to witnessing some exciting talent on display. The experience gained by these young players will be invaluable as they continue to grow and develop in the sport.”

Azim Bassarath, President of the Trinidad & Tobago Cricket Board, echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the importance of youth development in cricket. “We are delighted to participate in this inaugural series and thank the Windward Islands for their warm hospitality. This initiative aligns with our commitment to fostering young talent and providing them with competitive opportunities early in their careers. We are confident that this series will set the foundation for future collaborations between our boards,” said Bassarath.

All matches will be played at the La Sagesse ground in Grenada starting at 10:00 am and will be streamed across various media platforms.

Looking ahead, Trinidad and Tobago is expected to host the Windward Islands Under-13 Team in a reciprocal series in 2025, further strengthening the ties between the two cricket boards and continuing the focus on youth development.

MATCH SCHEDULE

Friday August 23 – Warm up match

Saturday August 24 – Trinidad & Tobago vs. Windwards Islands (40 overs per side match)

Monday August 26 – Trinidad & Tobago vs. Windwards Islands (40 overs per side match)

Wednesday August 28 – Trinidad & Tobago vs. Windward Islands (40 overs per side match)

All matches are scheduled to be played at the La Sagesse Ground, St. David, Grenada from 10:00 am daily.

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