W.A.M Collegiate emerged champions of the Western Area Secondary School Cricket Championship on Friday, December 13, 2024, defeating Government Secondary School Kingtom by 30 runs in a thrilling final at the Kingtom Oval.
Batting first, W.A.M Collegiate posted a total of 117 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their allotted 15 overs. Government Secondary School Kingtom fell short in their chase, managing only 87 runs for seven wickets, handing W.A.M Collegiate a decisive victory.
The month-long tournament, which marked the return of the Western Area Cricket League after a five-year hiatus, featured six competing schools and showcased the resurgence of cricket at the school level. St. Edward’s Secondary School secured third place after a commanding win against Government School at Kingtom, further highlighting the competitive nature of the championship.
Cricket Sierra Leone hailed the tournament as a significant milestone in promoting youth cricket in the country. The governing body announced plans to expand the league to the Western Rural region in January 2025, accompanied by a fan-driven cricket clinic aimed at engaging communities and identifying young talent.
With the successful conclusion of the Western Urban League, Cricket Sierra Leone is optimistic about maintaining momentum and strengthening the sport’s foothold among Sierra Leonean youth.
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