Daren Sammy, the former West Indies captain, has been appointed to the post of independent non-member director of Cricket West Indies (CWI). The appointment took place at a meeting of the CWI Board held last Thursday 17 June 2021.
CWI stated that Sammy’s appointment is in keeping with two of the fundamental principles which have guided the cricket organisation’s improvement strategy over the past two years – increased utilization of regional technical expertise and the implementation of a Cricket First Policy.
CWI also stated that “Sammy’s appointment will add a fresh and more youthful perspective, as well as a high level of updated cricket know-how to enhance the existing expertise in the CWI Board room.”
On his appointment Sammy said: “It is an honour to be appointed as a CWI Director; this is another great opportunity for me to give my best to West Indies cricket in a new way, off the field. All my local, regional and international experiences have prepared me to make a significant ongoing impact in West Indies cricket. I am excited and thankful for the chance to serve and look forward to giving back to the sport and region that I love so much.”
Sammy has over 14 years experience in international cricket. He led the West Indies to World Cup glory, winning back-to-back ICC T20 World Cup titles in 2012 and 2016.
Daren is the first international cricketer from his native Saint Lucia where the national stadium has been named in his honour.
Ricky Skerritt, CWI President said: “I am delighted to welcome Daren Sammy as an independent, non-member Director whose role will be to ensure that all the right questions are being asked while contributing to the shaping of new ideas and solutions. Daren’s fairly recent experience as a two-time World Cup winning captain will bring with him a much needed modern-day cricketer’s perspective which should add valuable insights to Board discussions and decision-making. His appointment is testament to our commitment to strengthen CWI’s governance, and to utilize expertise from across all stakeholder groups.”
