BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — Former West Indies all-rounder and 2016 T20 World Cup hero Carlos Brathwaite has officially thrown his hat into the ring for a seat on the Barbados Cricket Association (BCA) board.
His candidacy comes with a bold promise to deliver innovation, global perspective, and sustainable solutions to shape the future of cricket in Barbados.
Members will cast their votes on August 12 at the historic Kensington Oval, electing board directors, a board secretary, and a president.
A campaign for players, people, and the future
Under the rallying cry “For the Players. For the People. For the Future”, Brathwaite’s campaign rests on three central pillars:
- Modernizing the Local Game – Building a digitally connected cricket ecosystem that enhances transparency, streamlines communication, and leverages technology for better administration.
- Building Talent Pipelines – Forging global partnerships to give Barbadian players and coaches access to elite-level training and competition.
- Financial Sustainability – Creating a structure that offers fair compensation, rewards ambition, and makes cricket a viable career for young athletes.
A transition beyond the boundary
Having represented the West Indies in 44 ODIs, 41 T20Is, and three Tests, Brathwaite says he is ready for his next chapter.
“I am looking forward to a different challenge. I look forward to bringing fresh ideas and trying to get Barbados and West Indies cricket to maximise its resources and eventually improve on-field performances,” he said.
He describes this shift as a natural progression: “From on the field, to the commentary box and now potentially at the table with decision makers.”
Merging tradition with modern demands
Brathwaite envisions a cricketing framework that honors Barbados’ rich heritage while adapting to the demands of today’s professional sporting landscape. He aims to empower schools, clubs, and grassroots programs with resources to compete and excel, while also attracting new sponsors to secure the game’s financial future.
“I have played a lot of cricket in all sectors and experienced the good, the bad, and seen some things that I think we can implement locally,” he noted.
“I want to bring years of knowledge and experience — locally, regionally and internationally — to help Barbados cricket as best as I can.”
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