THE Nagamootoo cousins, Vishal and Moses are the latest sponsors to come on board “Cricket gear for young and promising cricketers,” the joint initiative between Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) Executive Anil Beharry and Kishan Das of the USA.

On a recent visit to Guyana, Vishal, a former National and West Indies “B” wicket-keeper/batsman, contributed one cricket bat and one pair of cricket shoes. He also represented Berbice and Guyana at all youth levels.

Moses, who is the son of former Prime Minister of Guyana, Moses Nagamootoo, contributed one pair of batting pads and one pair of batting gloves.

They are the nephews of former West Indies captains and cricket legends Rohan Kanhai and Alvin Kallicharran. Vishal’s brother Mahendra, represented West Indies at the senior level.

At a simple ceremony held recently, the Nagamootoo cousins disclosed that they were delighted to be part of the initiative and at the same time the development of young cricketers in general. In response, Beharry thanked Vishal and Moses for their kind gesture.

Total cricket related items received so far: $310,000 in cash, two trophies, 14 cricket boots, 23 pairs of batting pads, 27 cricket bats, 21 pairs of batting gloves, 21 thigh pads, one pair of wicket-keeping pad, four arm guards, two boxes, six cricket bags and four helmets. In addition, $600,000 worth in gear was donated by Sheik Mohamed, former national wicket-keeper/batsman.

To date, 52 young players from all three counties of Guyana have benefitted from three junior gear bag, two trophies, four arm guards, 21 bats, two boxes, four helmets, 19 pairs of cricket shoes, 13 pairs of batting pads, two thigh pads, one bat rubber and 19 pairs of batting gloves. In addition, two clubs in the Pomeroon received two used bats. Pomeroon, Leguan, Wakenam Cricket Committees and Cotton Tree Die Hard also received one box of red cricket balls each, while RHCCCC collected two, 15 white cricket shirts, one pair of junior batting pads, one pair of wicket-keeping gloves and a set of stumps and bails. The Essequibo Cricket Board and the Town of Lethem also benefitted.

Cricket related items, used or new, are distributed free of cost to young and promising cricketers in Guyana. Skills, discipline and education are important characteristics of the recipients. Talent spotting is being done across the country and club leaders also assist to identify talent. Progressive and well managed clubs will also benefit. Distribution will continue. Anyone interested in making a contribution can contact Anil Beharry on 623 6875 or Kishan Das on 1 718 664 0896.