THE executives and members of the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Inc. (GSCL) and the South Florida Softball Cricket League (SFSCL) are saddened by the untimely passing of Lakhram ‘Mike’ Singh, the late proprietor of Mike’s Pharmacy and owner of Wellman Softball Cricket team.

Singh, popularly known as ‘Mike’ passed away suddenly on Thursday, reportedly from a massive heart attack after collapsing on the field at Brian Piccolo Park while representing Wellman in the ongoing 16th edition of the SFSCL tournament. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed a few hours later, casting a damper among the 22 participating teams and organisers.

Singh, who was also fondly called Shane Warne, because of the huge turning leg-breaks, was leading his side in their second preliminary round match.

The GSCL, in a release said “It wishes to extend sympathies to the immediate family of Singh, the staff of Mike’s Pharmacy, his former teammates and by extension the entire cricket fraternity on the passing of the softball cricket stalwart and huge sponsor of sports in general.

“The news of Mike’s death has placed a damper on the ongoing Florida Cup in Fort Lauderdale but as a league we will dedicate the rest of the tournament to our beloved friend who was on his maiden tour with Wellman.
According to the GSCL, “Our prayers are with his wife, children, other relatives and many friends at this difficult time.

“We have lost a true gentleman who was a fierce competitor on the field. Mikey died while doing what he loved.

Meanwhile, the SFSCL Secretary Anoop Basdeo, who also issued a press release, said his league shared the “terrible tragedy” that took place on Thursday.

“We lost a good friend and a great champion of cricket, Mike from Mike’s Pharmacy.
“On behalf of the FL Cup Committee and everyone involved, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to Mike’s wife, children, friends and family. We are deeply saddened by his passing and pray that we all find comfort in the wonderful memories we shared with Mike.

“After numerous phone calls and discussions, the Wellman team will continue in the tournament in Mike’s honour. They feel this is what Mike would have wanted.”
The SFCL has requested all teams to