THE vastly-experienced Shemaine Campbelle has been appointed captain of the Guyana team to compete in the Cricket West Indies/CG United Women’s Super50 and T20 Blaze in January 2026.
The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) announced, on Sunday, that the squad will be encamped from January 2-7 under the guidance of Head Coach Tremaine Smartt and Assistant Coach/Manager Clive Grimmond.
Guyana will look to defend the T20 Blaze title they won this year, while aiming to put their hands on the Super50 trophy.
“The team, which achieved remarkable success earlier this year, by capturing the T20 Blaze Championship, is focused on maintaining its winning form. Preparations have already begun within the GCB to ensure a smooth and effective build-up to the tournaments, emphasising player readiness, strategic planning, and overall team cohesion,” the GCB said.
Campbelle will have off-spinning all-rounder Ashmini Munisar as Vice-captain, alongside Shabika Gajnabi, Sheneta Grimmond, Realeanna Grimmond, Nyia Latchman, Kaysia Schultz, Laurene Williams, Latoya Williams, Analesia D’Aguiar, Plaffianna Millington, Mandy Mangru, Feona Benjamin and Tremaine Marks.
The squad will be supported by a strong group of reserves, including Cyanna Retemiah, Letisha Jordan, Crystal Durant, Tiea Isaacs, Anastecia Valenzuela, Tifeny La Rose, Sarah Bheir and Nyomi Barkoye.
Talented all-rounder Cherry-Ann Fraser will miss the tournament due to injury.
“The GCB is committed to providing the team with the resources and preparation necessary to defend their T20 Blaze crown successfully while aiming to make a strong impact in the Super50 Championship,” the GCB added.
“The Board looks forward to an exciting start to the new year as Guyana’s senior women cricketers prepare to showcase their talent and continue the nation’s proud tradition in regional women’s cricket.”