Alvin Kallicharran’s Wall of Fame
A classical batsman with an outstanding ability to play shots, Kallicharran is one of the greatest batsmen to have taken guard for the West Indies in its Golden Era. He was a sight to behold when in full bloom – a fighter, a leader who refuses to give in when on the cricket field and in his life.
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Awarded 2019 British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to Cricket and to Charity
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Ambassador for London Olympics 2012
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West Indies National Cricket team captain 1977-78
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Part of the 1975 and 1979 team that won the Cricket World Cup
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USA Cricket – Men’s Youth Selection Panelist 2020 – 23
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505 matches, scoring 32,650 runs at an average of 43.64, with 87 centuries and 160 50s in First class cricket
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383 matches, scoring another 11,336 runs, with an average of 34.66, and 15 100s and 71 50s in One day cricket
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Freelance coach, Motivational and Public Speaker
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What makes a player a sportsman? How does one develop fortitude and thrive in difficult circumstances? Why is it ok to do the right thing even when faced with dire consequences?
Alvin makes a case for embracing our humanity, decency, and strength when presented even with the bleakest situations in life. Using his experiences and reflections as launchpads, he tries to inspire hope, positivity and perseverance in his readers.
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School of Cricket
At Alvin's school of cricket , we believe that when our cricketers are coached by the right people, they will become empowered to take on any challenge both on and off the field and emerge as passionate players filled with purpose to reach their true potential!
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“Embracing where you come from can empower you to reach unfathomable heights”
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Cricket & Coffee with Kalli
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Watch the legend speak about his favorites, his cricketing highlights, his principles and many more interesting trivia!
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Alvin’s reflections…
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