In a landmark event at Mindoo Phillip Park, over 60 young female cricketers gathered for a transformative training session, marking the inaugural intake of the Cricket West Indies (CWI) and Saint Lucia National Cricket Association (SLNCA) Under-17 Grassroots Hub Festival. This initiative aims to expand the pool of female cricketers and inspire the next generation of talent. The session featured prominent cricketing figures, including West Indies senior allrounder Nerissa Crafton, Under-19 pacer Selena Ross, Windward Islands player Namiah Marcellin, and former West Indies fast bowler Philipa Thomas-Eudovic, who shared their expertise and motivated the aspiring athletes. Guided by coach Alton Crafton and supported by a team of current and former players, the young participants engaged in rigorous drills and eagerly sought inspiration from their role models. Roseline Preville, SLNCA’s third vice-president for women’s cricket, emphasized the program’s broader vision, stating, ‘We are looking to have competitions starting from the schools and integrating cricket into the curriculum.’ The initiative also plans to introduce a foundation cricket coaching course for physical education teachers, further embedding cricket into Saint Lucia’s educational framework. With the global rise of women’s cricket, this program seeks to create opportunities for young women to excel in the sport and potentially represent the West Indies on the international stage.