Cricket Cave Jamaica in collaboration with CREATE With Aunty Ama hosted kid-friendly activities from May 25-26 at the North Stand at Sabina Park in Kingston.

The move is part of a wider effort to reinfuse a love for cricket in Jamaica during the West Indies versus South Africa T20 series at the stadium. The series was the first set of international matches played at the stadium since 2019.

During the Saturday and Sunday matches, children as young as three were invited to participate in completing a 6ft x 4ft standing cricket-themed mural using wax crayons to spark their creativity and receive a chance to win miniature wooden bats autographed by prominent West Indies team members Akeal Hosein, Roston Chase, and Shamar Joseph.

Speaking with Our Today, Amashika Lorne, CEO of CREATE With Aunty Ama said, “I’ve done partnerships with other types of large events and festivals in the past, but this was the first time with a sporting event. I was very elated to be able to use my talents to create moments of positive associations with being at a cricket match for these youngsters. Some have never played, never heard of the game or barely knew about it, so this was a great way to plant a seed for their love of the sport and coming to the iconic Sabina Park to watch a match.”

Andre Wilson says he sees sporting events as a chance to bond with his five-year-old son Aiden.

He said, “My parents didn’t take me to cricket matches when I was young. I attended my first match at 14. I want Aiden to have these experiences early, so I bring him to various sporting events.”

Sheena Dixon says Sabina Park is where she met her husband seven years ago and will always have a special love and connection to the stadium that she wishes to pass on to her daughter Emma.

She said, “Cricket has always been a big part of my grandparents’ and parents’ lives. It’s crucial to share this with Emma to create new memories and keep the tradition alive.”

The West Indies went on to clean sweep South Africa (3-0).