Kellman back in race (14 July 1999)

14 July 1999

Kellman back in race

The Barbados Nation

A Barbados Cricket Association (BCA) board member who indicated last week he would not be seeking re-election at the forthcoming annual general meeting has had a change of heart.

Wendell Kellman, who was elected to the board last year for the first time, said yesterday that his latest decision was influenced by several discussions.

"Over the past few days, I have been approached by many friends, colleagues, association members and cricket fans who have suggested that I should review my decision," he said.

"In the interest of service to Barbados cricket and because of my undying love for the sport, I have given the matter serious consideration."

A former Chief Personnel Officer in the Civil Service, Kellman said he believed he still had a contribution to make to local cricket.

"I believe too in the values of teamwork, sharing a common vision, dedication, hard work, honesty, integrity, people running together for a common objective and results," he said.

Kellman added that after the recent discussions he was convinced there were better days ahead for Barbados' cricket.

"I do not believe that I should leave undone work that requires critical input at this time," said the chairman of the BCA's sub-committee responsible for the Barbados Fire and Commercial Shield and Cup limited-overs competitions.

"I am fully committed to giving of my best in the development of Barbados' cricket."

His earlier decision to make himself unavailable for a place on the board was first carried on Friday in a BCA notice informing members of the annual general meeting scheduled for July 29 at the Sherbourne Conference Centre.

Kellman said when he joined the board, it was his intention to render the type of service he gave to the Barbados Public Service for 41 years.

Such services included assignments in the diplomatic and consular service overseas and other service organisations at national and regional level.

Source :: The Barbados Nation