Cayman will benefit from this union and cricket will become the sport of our tradition of yester year again. Thank you Max60
Last week marked a historic moment for cricket and tourism in the Cayman Islands, and I envision a bright and promising future ahead. Witnessing the launch of the Max 60 franchise from the Cayman Islands, televised for all to see, was truly an incredible experience.
As an octogenarian and a VIP guest, I was thrilled to be part of the opening ceremony at the beautiful Jimmy Oval, a venue where I played a significant role in its establishment. The significance of this occasion was not lost on me, especially as I shared it with Jimmy.
From 1994 to 1997, while serving as Permanent Secretary to the Honorable Mackeva Bush, Minister of Sport, we spearheaded discussions to develop cricket facilities in the Cayman Islands. We acquired land and initiated plans for a purpose-built facility to nurture the growing passion for cricket within our schools and community. Our efforts also included establishing a relationship with regional cricket associations to ensure our involvement at both Caribbean and World Cricket levels. My contacts with the Vice President of World Cricket allowed me to attend the centenary celebration of the Queen’s Park Cricket Oval in Trinidad, where I took Cayman architect Michael Meghoo to visit various cricket sites and gather valuable insights for our future facility.
Fast-forward to today: I am incredibly impressed by the vision of the Cayman Cricket Association and the support from Ministers Bryan and Rankine. Their commitment to using cricket as a pathway to enhance sports tourism and elevate the sport is truly commendable.
I wish to express my deep appreciation to the association and its president, Mr. Butch Myles, for their unwavering dedication. A special thanks to Max 60 for believing in the potential of the Cayman Islands. It was a remarkable day, and my spirit was uplifted with joy.
I urge all sports enthusiasts to attend the tournament and show their support. With our backing, we can create something extraordinary. Cricket has deep roots in the Cayman Islands, and I am grateful for the opportunity to witness it flourish, creating new economic and athletic opportunities for our youth.
A personal highlight of the day was taking a selfie with one of my favorite cricketers, David Warner. It was a delightful moment!
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