Category: WIPA Releases

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) extends heartfelt regards to the people of Venezuela, Trinidad & Tobago, Greneda, Barbados and other countries who were impacted by the 7.3 magnitude earthquake on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 and the 5.9 magnitude aftershock felt today, Wednesday, August 22, 2018. We are happy there has been no…

WIPA in the Community’s Annual Borough Cricket Match will be held on Wednesday 2nd May 2018 in Point Fortin as part of the Borough Week Celebrations. WIPA in the Community (WIC) will play a T20 game against a Point Fortin Borough Cricket team. The game begins at 2pm at the James Park Cricket Ground in…

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) extends condolences to the family and friends of Desmond Lewis, who was a former Kensington, Jamaica and West Indies cricketer. Desmond Michael Lewis, born February 21, 1946, was a wicketkeeper batsman who played three (3) Tests for the West Indies, scoring a total of 259 runs, at…

            KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) wishes to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Abigail Chapman. Chapman and her 15-year-old daughter Olivia were found dead on March 13, 2018, along with 69-year-old Michael Scott. It is still unclear at this time the motive…

KINGSTON: The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) has extended its condolences to the family of Arthur Barrett, the former Jamaica and West Indies cricketer who died on Monday. WIPA, in a release, said Barrett, the first regional cricketer to claim 10 wickets and score a century in the same match, showed astute leadership skills at…

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) wishes to extend condolences to the family and friends of Arthur Barrett, former Jamaica and West Indies cricketer. Arthur George Barrett was born April 4, 1944 and as a legspinner took 13 wickets for the West Indies. He is also credited with being the first regional cricketer…

By WIPA Staff The WIPA executive, staff and members are all extremely saddened to learn of the passing of our former patron, and former President of Trinidad and Tobago, Professor George Maxwell Richards. Professor Richards was appointed as WIPA’s patron in 2003, and was very dedicated to the organisation during the 10 years of his…

The Annual Atlantic WIPA in the Community Camp will be held from August 21, 2017 to August 25, 2017 at the Pierre Road Recreation Ground in Charlieville, Trinidad. Contact WIPA’s Office at (868)624-9472 for more information. Limited Space Available.    

Raymon Anton Reifer, ‘Ray’, 25, from Archer’s Road, St. Lucy, Barbados, son of Elvis Reifer (former West Indies cricketer), cousin of Floyd Reifer (also former West Indies cricketer), and father to 10-month-old Zakhai Reifer, is the newest member of the West Indies senior men’s team.   Raymon is a left-handed batsman and left-arm medium fast…

WIPA RELEASE KINGSTON, Jamaica – It was announced earlier this week that The Government of Jamaica has named former West Indies captain Christopher Gayle and present captain of the West Indies Women’s Team Stafanie Taylor as recipients of 6th highest honour which can be bestowed on any Jamaican national, the Order of Distinction. This prestigious…

As the six franchises finalise preparations for the upcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Tournament, the West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) caught up with Jamaica Tallawahs and Windies fast bowler, Kesrick Williams. The Vincentian, who rose to fame for his exploits in last year’s edition of the CPL, is looking to better his performances last year,…

By WIPA Staff The 5th Annual CWI/WIPA Players’ Awards 7/7/17 – Seven is said to be the number of perfection, and the 5th Annual CWI/WIPA Players’ Awards was pretty close to just that. The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel’s Negril Montego Suite housed a thrilling celebration of West Indies cricketers. The décor, the guests, the ambiance and…

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The launch of the 5th Annual CWI/WIPA Players’ Awards, was held this morning at the West Indies Players’ Association’s (WIPA) office at Sabina Park, Kingston. President and CEO of WIPA, Mr. Wavell Hinds and Secretary of WIPA, Mr. Wayne Lewis were present to announce the staging of the event. CWI and WIPA…

When asked ‘What is the best position you have ever held?’, President and CEO of The West Indies Players’ Association and former cricketer, Wavell Hinds, said “I am a father of four sons.” West Indian cricketers are often recognized for their sportsmanship; for their positions held, for their notoriety in the game, for their statistics.…

By WIPA Staff The recently concluded West Indies Cricket Board Professional Cricket League Regional 4-Day Tournament, saw the Guyana Jaguars retaining their title for a third successive season. The Jaguars won five (5) of the ten (10) matches played, drawing three (3) and losing two (2). The team led by Captain Leon Johnson, amassed 134.8…

Shimron Odilon Hetmyer (‘Hettie’) was born December 26, 1996, in Cumberland, Berbice, Guyana, to Gladston Hetmyer and Ingrid Hetmyer, and is the baby among three siblings; Shonelle (38), Shonette (32), and Seon (25). Hettie credits Seon for his introduction to and love for cricket, having preceded him in representing Guyana in the Under 15 and…

WIPA Media Release KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Executive and members of the West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) wishes to extend their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Prince Bartholomew.   A former captain of Trinidad and Tobago, Mr Bartholomew played 57 first class matches spanning a period of 11 years; he finished with…