The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has announced a 14-member squad that will represent Guyana at the 2026 Cricket West Indies (CWI) Rising Stars Women’s Under-19 Championship.
Danellie Manns has been named captain of the team, with Akeela Stephens appointed vice-captain. Rickesha Kisten will take on wicketkeeping duties for the squad.
The team will be managed by Clive Grimmond, while former West Indies cricketer Tremayne Smartt will serve as head coach for the regional tournament.
The selected players are Danellie Manns (captain), Akeela Stephens (vice-captain), Rickesha Kisten (wicketkeeper), Jada Fraser, Sarah Bheir, Jaraya Rodrigues, Shenesa Thomas, Briana Samaroo, Allia Henry, Sowanna Booker, Kainana Leitch, Rosanna Patterson, Athalia Simmons and Christina Jackson.
The squad comprises some of Guyana’s most promising young female cricketers, who will compete against the top Under-19 players from across the Caribbean as they seek to gain valuable regional experience and further develop their skills.
GCB President Bissoondyal Singh expressed confidence in the selected players, noting that the tournament provides an important platform for the continued growth of women’s cricket in Guyana.
“The championship represents an important opportunity for our young female cricketers to gain valuable regional experience, develop their skills and proudly represent Guyana,” Singh said.
He added that the Guyana Cricket Board remains committed to investing in women’s cricket and creating pathways for talented players to advance to the senior national and West Indies levels.
The 2026 CWI Rising Stars Women’s Under-19 Championship will give the players an opportunity to showcase their abilities on the regional stage while competing against some of the Caribbean’s emerging cricketing talents.
The Guyana Cricket Board has extended best wishes to the players, management team and coaching staff as they prepare to represent Guyana in the upcoming tournament.
