Antigua and Barbuda / Special Interests / Cricket
A backwater of the regional game until it staged its first test match against England in 1981, it has become a favoured destination for both watching and playing cricket with an excellent range of hotels and tremendous beach life. Vivian Richards and Andy Roberts, the fisherman turned fast bowler, paved the way in raising Antigua’s international profile which was augmented later by Richie Richardson and CurtlyAmbrose. The atmospheric old Recreation Ground, twice the scene of Brian Lara’s record breaking individual Test scores, has been supplanted by the 20,000 capacity Sir Vivian Richards Stadium built outside the capital at North Sound, while the splendid Stanford Cricket Ground alongside the airport is being overseen by the Government in lieu of the discredited former financier Allen Stanford’s arraignment in the US. Richardson, a former West Indies captain like Richards, has set up the island’s first Cricket Academy which invites aspiring cricketers from schools and clubs in the UK and beyond for specialist all inclusive coaching sessions of 10-14 days duration. Top class hospitality and entertainment is also assured, see Richie Richardson's Cricket Academy website for full details.
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Asot's Arcade - Claim the listing
HelpPatrick A Michael Building, 18 High Street, St John, Antigua and Barbuda, WI
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Athlete's Foot - Claim the listing
Help46 Heritage Quay, St John, Antigua and Barbuda, WI
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Bike Plus - Claim the listing
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Detour Bike Trails - Claim the listing
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Heritage Sports - Claim the listing
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Ralex Spots - Claim the listing
HelpGlenette's Building, High Street, Antigua and Barbuda, WI
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Richie Rich Sports & Leisure - Claim the listing
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Rising Star - Claim the listing
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Looking for inspiration?
- Visit Nelson's Dockyard, the oldest functioning naval facility in the world
- Party at Shirley Heights Lookout on Sunday at sunset followed by barbecue and live music
- Stay at the spectacular Jumby Bay
- Hop over to Barbuda for stunning beaches and excellent birdwatching
- Race a yacht to nearby Montserrat for the day
