Female cricketers hailing from the West Indies have emerged as formidable forces within the realm of international cricket. Their journey is a testament to not just their exceptional abilities but also their resilience and determination in a sport historically dominated by men. These athletes, rooted in a cricketing culture deeply ingrained in the Caribbean,...
Read MoreThe 3 Ws—Sir Clyde Walcott, Sir Frank Worrell, and Sir Everton Weekes—are cricketing icons from Barbados, representing the West Indies team in the mid-20th century. Known for their exceptional batting skills and camaraderie, they captivated audiences worldwide. Their legacy symbolizes resilience and unity, inspiring generations of players and fans. Sir Clyde Leopold Walcott KA,...
Read MoreBarbados is known for many things, from rum to Rihanna! We are also known for cricket and in turn, cricketers. Below are some famous Barbadian cricketers, each with their own quirks and skillsets! Ian Bradshaw Ian Bradshaw, though not young, carries himself with maturity, having led the Barbados team since 2000 and previously captained...
Read MoreFamed for its fine pearlescent white beaches and warm azure waters, Barbados is the Caribbean island that has it all. But there’s more to this island than meets the eye. Past the laidback lifestyle and the island’s dreamlike-haze, you’ll uncover a lively nightlife, the heartiest comfort food and a to-die-for shopping scene. Not that...
Read MoreWhen you think of Barbados, you may have visions of Simon Cowell riding a jet-ski and Rihanna dancing at the colourful Crop Over Festival. But there’s more to this small island than beautiful beaches, rum-swilling parties and celebrity sightings. Read More>
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Read MoreBarbados, island country in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, situated about 100 miles (160 km) east of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Roughly triangular in shape, the island measures some 20 miles (32 km) from northwest to southeast and about 15 miles (25 km) from east to west at its widest point. Read More>
Read MoreExpert Overview Cherished Memories of Sir Frank Worrell by George Beckford The ominous Leap Year of 1964 brought a special delight to sports folk throughout the British Commonwealth when it was announced that Queen Elizabeth 11 had raised frank Worrell to the order of Knighthood. This honor came unexpectedly on that cricketer’s retirement from...
Read MoreAlong with his fellow Barbados batsmen Frank Worrell and Clyde Walcott — together they were “the three Ws” — he broke the sport’s longstanding color barrier. Read More > More Details >
Read MoreClyde Leopold Walcott, O.B.E., has devoted a good part of his life to the game of cricket. Born on January 17, 1926, he attended local school and Harrison College in Barbados. He represented Barbados from 1942 to 1955; Guyana from 1956 through 1963; and the West Indies from 1948 through 1960 in cricket play....
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