CWI strengthens Caribbean women’s cricket with landmark player contracts
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- JOHN'S, Antigua – In a significant advancement for cricket in the Caribbean, <a href="https://www.windiescricket.com/">Cricket West Indies (CWI)</a> has awarded its first-ever annual contracts to 14 female players from across the region.
- <p style="font-weight: 400;">This pioneering initiative underscores CWI’s commitment to fostering women’s cricket, with year-long support designed to build the sport’s depth and raise the standard of the West Indies women’s teams on the international stage.
- This initiative reflects CWI’s holistic approach to fostering talent at all levels and creating a robust training pipeline to shape world-class players.
This pioneering initiative underscores CWI’s commitment to fostering women’s cricket, with year-long support designed to build the sport’s depth and raise the standard of the West Indies women’s teams on the international stage. This expansion brings the total number of contracted West Indies players to 104, strengthening CWI's comprehensive development efforts.
Miles Bascombe, CWI's Director of Cricket, praised the initiative as a vital step for regional cricket: “Offering year-long contracts to these remarkable players is a testament to our long-term vision. The recent performances of our Maroon Warriors have shown the talent we have, and we’re committed to building on this potential for greater consistency and success in global tournaments,” Bascombe stated.
CWI’s decision to contract female players for the year not only provides stability but also enables players to focus fully on their craft. This initiative reflects CWI’s holistic approach to fostering talent at all levels and creating a robust training pipeline to shape world-class players. These contracts offer critical resources and structured guidance, establishing a clear path for athletes from the grassroots to professional excellence.
CWI has reaffirmed its investment in men’s cricket
The contracted players for 2024/25 are: Barbados: Shanika Bruce, Alisa Scantlebury; Guyana: Shenetta Grimmond, Plaffiana Millington, Mandy Mangru; Jamaica: Celina Whyte; Trinidad & Tobago: Shalini Samaroo, KD Jazz Mitchell, Reniece Boyce; Leeward Islands: Melicia Clarke, Kimberley Anthony; Windward Islands: Earnisha Fontaine, Abini St. Jean, Nerissa Crafton.
Beyond women’s contracts, CWI has reaffirmed its investment in men’s cricket by renewing 90 contracts across six territories, ensuring both male and female players benefit from a supportive structure that cultivates high-performance athletes across the board.
“This year-long commitment to our female players highlights our dedication to inclusivity and excellence in cricket,” said Bascombe. “These contracts provide the structure and support essential for our players to shine on the world stage, positioning West Indies cricket for sustained success across all formats.”
With this expansion, CWI aims to further cement its role as a leader in developing regional talent, laying the groundwork for future success and increasing the West Indies’ presence on the global cricket scene.
