Cricket Hall of Fame Inducts First Female

In the fall of 2005, the Cricket Hall of Fame held it'salso inducted for outstanding contributions to the
annual Induction Ceremony, which included thesport of cricket in the United States.
recognition of Barbados native Barbara P. Lindo. BestIn every sport, just as with cricket, the Hall of Fame
known for her work in the community of Hartfordserves as a permanent structure used to celebrate
and other outstanding contributions to the sport ofthe accomplishments of the sport's most outstanding
cricket, Lindo became the first woman to beplayers and contributors. Often a popular tourist
inducted in the Cricket Hall of Fame. In addition, thisattraction, Halls of Fame are known for both their
honor will also mark the first occasion that a husbandhistoric value, many photo opportunities and a place
and wife team will be in the Cricket Hall of Fame.for fans to gather as their favorite cricket legends
Lindo's husband, Cyrus, was an earlier inductee.are forever inducted into history.
The location for the historical ceremony was theAs females continue their increasing participation in
Marriott Hotel, Adriaen's Landing in downtownsports and in history, Barbara P. Lindo achieved yet
Hartford. On October 1, 2005, an impressive list ofanother milestone in the world of cricket and history
former international cricket stars were inducted inin general. Her induction marks a precedent that will
addition to Lindo. Among them, the former Westbe set for other women who need encouragement
Indies fast bowler, Andy Roberts and Indianand will find that in Lindo's accomplishments and
leg-spinner Bhagwat Chandrasekhar. Roberts is knownrecognition.
for being a very intelligent cricketer and, during oneEach year, the Cricket Hall of Fame works diligently in
point in his career, set the then-record for being theorder to provide a program that is both reach in
quickest cricketer as he took less than two and aquality and in entertainment. Supporters are certain to
half years to reach 100 Test wickets. Chandrasekhar,once again be treated to a program filled with
on the other hand, remains India's largest matchexcitement, entertainment and enlightenment.
winner overseas with 42 wickets in only five tests.Anyone interested in attending this year's Induction
Unpredictable at times, it is said that no otherCeremony or for questions regarding the organization
cricketer was more likely to deliver an unplayable ball.are urged to contact the Cricket Hall of Fame at
In addition, popular West Indian cricket journalist860-246-5400. Fans and supporters are invited to call
Tony Becca joined the hall. Becca recently retired aswith their questions regarding the Cricket Hall of
Sports Editor for the Gleaner newspaper and is oneFame, it's induction process or ticket information for
of the most celebrated writers in the Carribeanupcoming events. Additionally, any events that take
region.place throughout the year will be accessible by calling
Two other cricket personalities, Alvin "Al" Watson ofthe telephone number noted above.
Hartford/Florida and Carlyle Miller of New York was