CWI Mourns Passing of Grenada Cricket Leader Norman Gilbert

Cricket West Indies has expressed deep sadness over the sudden passing of Norman Gilbert, President of the Grenada Cricket Association and a member of the Windward Islands Cricket Board. In an official statement, CWI offered condolences to Gilbert’s family, friends, and the cricket community in Grenada and across the Caribbean.

Gilbert was remembered as a dedicated and forward-thinking administrator who made significant contributions to growing cricket in Grenada. His long-time efforts to develop the sport at all levels left a lasting impact on the region’s cricketing structure. He was widely respected for his integrity, humility, and leadership, inspiring many during his career.

Beyond his administrative work, Gilbert was seen as a passionate advocate for using cricket to unite communities. Cricket West Indies also stood with the Grenada Cricket Association during this time of mourning, noting that Gilbert’s legacy would live on through the lives he touched and the foundations he helped build for the game.

In a statement, CWI President Kishore Shallow said, “On behalf of Cricket West Indies, I extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire cricketing fraternity in Grenada and across the region. Norman was a committed and visionary leader who served the game with distinction.” He added that Gilbert’s contributions extended far beyond administration, as he truly believed in cricket’s power to uplift communities.

The statement concluded, “At this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with the Grenada Cricket Association and the people of Grenada as they mourn this significant loss. Norman’s legacy will live on through the many lives he touched and the strong foundation he helped build for cricket in Grenada.”