ICC MEDIA RELEASE
Dubai , 3 February 2008
U/19 CWC players to receive advice on anti-corruption and anti-doping as well as practice in working with media; suspect bowling actions will be identified so remedial work can begin early
For many of the world’s teenaged stars-in-waiting, the ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup 2008, which takes place in Malaysia from 17 February to 2 March, will be first time they will be taking part in such a large event.
As they come up against stiff opposition from all over the globe, the players will experience all the joys and stresses of representing their country. And with ten matches during the tournament being televised live to an audience of millions, the pressure could be intense.
But participation in an international event also brings with it many responsibilities and it is the commitment of the ICC to help in those players’ development by imposing many of the same obligations as apply at senior events such as the ICC Cricket World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy.
Sri Lanka cricketer Upul Tharanga, who has represented his country at under-19 level, said: “For young players looking to play international cricket, under-19 level is the best time to learn. You learn how to be mentally strong. You cannot start to learn these things when you are 27 or 28 years old.”
Ensuring that players are ready for the off-field as well as on-field demands of international cricket is a vital component of preparing well-rounded cricketers of the future. Issues such as anti-corruption and anti-doping are realities of the modern game and the U/19 CWC is being used as a way of making sure the next generation of senior internationals are aware of their responsibilities and supported along the way.
ICC Events Manager Chris Tetley said: “To have the opportunity to be exposed to the same procedures that some of these players will face when they graduate to senior international cricket is part of an important learning process for players from all teams.
Ahead of the U/19 CWC, all players and team management were provided with background information on the anti-doping protocols for the event, including an informative DVD outlining the anti-doping procedures and measures used at ICC events.
There will also be anti-doping education sessions for teams that request them.
And prior to the event, all players will receive education from the ICC’s Anti-Corruption and Security Unit, aimed at ensuring the next generation understands the threat of corruption and how to deal with potential corruptors.
The players will be made aware of their obligations under the ICC Code of Conduct as it pertains to corruption in cricket. They will be told what to look out for and what procedures to follow if they are contacted by potential fixers or other inappropriate sources.
“We feel that by using a major event to provide a platform to give future cricket stars education on important matters such as anti-doping and anti-corruption, we can play a role in helping to avoid incidents in the future that may tarnish the reputation of the players in question and the sport in general,” added Mr Tetley.
The ICC will also use the event to monitor the bowling actions of players to ensure any suspect actions are identified at this early stage in the players’ careers so that remedial work can be put in place before they make the step up to full international honours.
Dubai , 3 February 2008
U/19 CWC players to receive advice on anti-corruption and anti-doping as well as practice in working with media; suspect bowling actions will be identified so remedial work can begin early
For many of the world’s teenaged stars-in-waiting, the ICC U/19 Cricket World Cup 2008, which takes place in Malaysia from 17 February to 2 March, will be first time they will be taking part in such a large event.
As they come up against stiff opposition from all over the globe, the players will experience all the joys and stresses of representing their country. And with ten matches during the tournament being televised live to an audience of millions, the pressure could be intense.
But participation in an international event also brings with it many responsibilities and it is the commitment of the ICC to help in those players’ development by imposing many of the same obligations as apply at senior events such as the ICC Cricket World Cup and ICC Champions Trophy.
Sri Lanka cricketer Upul Tharanga, who has represented his country at under-19 level, said: “For young players looking to play international cricket, under-19 level is the best time to learn. You learn how to be mentally strong. You cannot start to learn these things when you are 27 or 28 years old.”
Ensuring that players are ready for the off-field as well as on-field demands of international cricket is a vital component of preparing well-rounded cricketers of the future. Issues such as anti-corruption and anti-doping are realities of the modern game and the U/19 CWC is being used as a way of making sure the next generation of senior internationals are aware of their responsibilities and supported along the way.
ICC Events Manager Chris Tetley said: “To have the opportunity to be exposed to the same procedures that some of these players will face when they graduate to senior international cricket is part of an important learning process for players from all teams.
Ahead of the U/19 CWC, all players and team management were provided with background information on the anti-doping protocols for the event, including an informative DVD outlining the anti-doping procedures and measures used at ICC events.
There will also be anti-doping education sessions for teams that request them.
And prior to the event, all players will receive education from the ICC’s Anti-Corruption and Security Unit, aimed at ensuring the next generation understands the threat of corruption and how to deal with potential corruptors.
The players will be made aware of their obligations under the ICC Code of Conduct as it pertains to corruption in cricket. They will be told what to look out for and what procedures to follow if they are contacted by potential fixers or other inappropriate sources.
“We feel that by using a major event to provide a platform to give future cricket stars education on important matters such as anti-doping and anti-corruption, we can play a role in helping to avoid incidents in the future that may tarnish the reputation of the players in question and the sport in general,” added Mr Tetley.
The ICC will also use the event to monitor the bowling actions of players to ensure any suspect actions are identified at this early stage in the players’ careers so that remedial work can be put in place before they make the step up to full international honours.