The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) on Sunday announced the appointment of St Lucia and Windward Islands all rounder Darren Sammy as the new captain of the West Indies team for the Sri Lanka tour, replacing Chris Gayle of Jamaica.
Sammy is the first Windward Islands player to be appointed captain of the West Indies cricket team.
The WICB also announced the selection of Grenadians Devon Smith and Nelon Pascal and Shane Shillingford of Dominica in the 15-member squad for the three-Test tour of Sri Lanka in November.
Minister Patrick Simmons said their selection and elevation demonstrate that dividends come with commitment and dedication.
“Over the years we have seen a consistent cadre of talent from the Windward Islands and it was only time for our players to begin to rise to the top,” Simmons said.
“Our hope is that the appointment and selection of Sammy, Smith, Pascal and Shillingford would inspire the other young players”.
The Minister said that the players have already shown their maturity by leading the Windward Islands to emphatic victories in the WICB Cup. The Windwards are the only unbeaten team going to the semi-finals with a maximum 13 points from three matches.
The Sports Minister said that the Ministry and by extension the Government will continue to provide support to sporting associations including the Grenada Cricket Association (GCA) to ensure that players are given an opportunity to maximise their talent.
The Government is also assisting the GCA in hosting three matches of the Pakistan “A” team tour of the West Indies.
Grenada will host three One Day Internationals between West Indies “A” and the touring Pakistanis on November 9 (National Stadium); November 11 (Progress Park); and November 14 (National Stadium).
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