THE Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) on Tuesday honoured former member and coach of Amazon Warriors, Carl Hooper, for his contribution to the club as well as to the overall development of the sport in Guyana. The former West Indies great was handed a plaque, along with a golden pendant of their (GCC) emblem, during a simple ceremony at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence.
Hooper, former West Indies captain, expressed gratitude for the recognition and renewed interest to make financial and other contributions to the GCC, while stating that that he has connections that could allow for the provision of gear and related items for use by the club.
Executive member, Les Ramalho said that there are ongoing efforts to improve the facilities. However, these have not come without challenges.
“As you know the club is going through a lot of hardships, ever since Test cricket was removed from there. We do not have the same number of members as we had before, so such contributions are not as forthcoming,” Ramalho expressed during a brief exchange with Hooper.
Hooper has committed to making an undisclosed initial financial contribution, after the ongoing CPL matches in Guyana. There was also a commitment for follow-up provision of gear and other items.