The Atlantic Region is one of eight cricket regions that comprise the United States of America Cricket Association (USACA). USACA is an associate member of the International Cricket Council (ICC), and is a Not for Profit organization registered as tax exempt with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The Atlantic Region Cricket Board (ARCB) is the centralized administrative body responsible for the administration of cricket in Atlantic Region. The Region includes cricket leagues and their member clubs in a geographic area from the Virginias to New Jersey. The chairman of the board is the Regional Director who is elected bi-annually by member clubs of the region, each league is represented on the board.

There is an effective communications process in the region via audio conferences, newsletters and the ARCB website and all officials and players are encouraged to utilize the processes to provide information about their cricket activities at the club, league and regional level. The ARCB website is also used as the medium for reporting statistics and is the basis for registering players who participate in competitions in Atlantic Region.

The region administers an annual inter-league tournament among seven leagues, additionally the region administers U/15 and U/19 tournaments. The Atlantic Region participates in the annual national U/15, U/19 and senior tournaments while developing an U13 squad. This format provides a platform for players to showcase their talents and become eligible for selection on the regional and USA National Teams. The annual National Tournaments are the showcase events for the region and USACA.

The formula for success is planning, implementation and innovative leadership. Working in concert with club and league executive, the ARCB’S role is to formulate a systemic approach and a cohesive structure to facilitate the promotion and development of cricket within the Atlantic Region. Youth development is a priority; and this is being accomplished through community involvement, coaching clinics, education and competitions. Other forums such as coaching and umpire seminars are also used to improve the overall standard of the game. The Atlantic Region is a process driven and team oriented region dedicated to improving the administration and quality of cricket in the region.

 

Shelton Glasgow

Chairman ARCB