ST JOHN’S, Antigua, (CMC) – In a significant push to elevate their game to world-class standards, the West Indies Women’s cricket team has wrapped up an intensive high-performance training camp at the Coolidge Cricket Ground.
The extended camp, a key part of Cricket West Indies’ (CWI) increased investment in the women’s programme, was strategically split into two phases.
This allowed coaches to work closely with a broader pool of talent, from established stars to emerging prospects.
The final group of players concluded their rigorous sessions this week under the guidance of Head Coach Shane Deitz and his support staff.
The comprehensive training block left no stone unturned, with meticulously planned sessions focused on technical skill refinement, tactical game awareness, peak physical conditioning, and mental resilience.
The timing of the camp is critical, as it serves as the foundational preparation for a packed international calendar. The major target on the horizon is the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England, preceded by a home series against Sri Lanka and Australia, and a tour to Ireland.
Head Coach Shane Deitz was pleased with the progress made during the five-week developmental period.
“It’s been great to be able to focus on some fundamental technical work and some strength and conditioning work,” Deitz said. “We have already seen some improvements in a short space of time. The girls are responding very positively to the push from our coaching staff.”
The players will now disperse to compete in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL), after which they will regroup for what Deitz describes as “an intense few months of training” to ensure they are ready for the crucial challenges of 2026.