In a significant move to bolster Caribbean cricket development, the Dominica Cricket Academy (DCA) has secured a substantial financial contribution of $67,500 from the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots franchise. The investment, facilitated by Patriots director Mahesh Ramani, reinforces an ongoing collaborative partnership dedicated to strengthening cricket infrastructure and talent cultivation on the island.
Senator Oscar George, Minister of State in the Ministry of Sports, formally acknowledged the contribution, emphasizing the academy’s critical role as Dominica’s premier cricket development program. “This partnership represents a shared commitment to sporting excellence,” stated Senator George. “The academy serves as our primary mechanism for identifying, nurturing, and developing the next generation of elite cricketing talent while promoting sustained competitive excellence.”
The funding is strategically allocated to support the academy’s operational sustainability and program expansion initiatives. This financial boost will directly enhance training facilities, coaching resources, and competitive opportunities for young athletes. The investment underscores a growing trend of cross-territory collaboration within the Caribbean Premier League ecosystem, where established franchises actively support emerging talent pipelines in neighboring nations.
This development signals a strengthened commitment to regional sports development, potentially creating a model for other CPL franchises to contribute to cricket’s grassroots growth across the West Indies.