ST JOHN’S, Antigua, (CMC) – West Indies’ youngest ever T20 international player Jewel Andrew has been signed by Cricket Zone USA as an E4 Brand Ambassador.
With his newly minted E4 willow in hand, the Antiguan right-hander stroked 35 off 33, inclusive of three sixes and one four, in his debut for the West Indies in the opening T20I against Pakistan on Thursday.
At 18 years, 236 days, Andrew became the youngest player to play a T20I for the West Indies.
Jewel Andrew has been signed by Cricket Zone USA as an E4 Brand Ambassador.
During the contractual period, 18-year-old Andrew will don the E4 line of products in all forms of cricket, signalling the rising global appeal of the brand, founded and developed by USA-based Guyanese entrepreneur Ravi Etwaroo.
Etwaroo, the managing director of Cricket Zone USA, said he was delighted to have Andrew on board.
“He’s certainly one of the brightest talents in Caribbean and world cricket and we hope this alliance will bring him the success that he’s looking for in his promising career,” Etwaroo said.
Andrew’s agent, Brad Gillings, the co-founder and managing director of GGSM Sports based in Florida, was also elated with the signing.
“Having worked with some of the world’s leading cricket manufacturers over the past decade, I can confidently say that E4 has elevated their quality to a level comparable with any top global brand.
“What makes this partnership even more special is that E4 is a homegrown brand from our region, and we are deeply passionate about supporting both the Caribbean and our clients,” Gillings said.
“We believe E4’s vision and goals perfectly align with our expectations, making this an ideal partnership for Jewel Andrew, who is undoubtedly one of the best young players in the world. This collaboration not only showcases the rising standard of Caribbean brands, but also highlights the bright future ahead for Jewel and E4 together.”
Just last week, Guyanese Kevlon Anderson and all-rounder Keemo Paul were also announced as E4 Ambassadors.
E4 has been approved by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to be used in all formats of international cricket (Tests, ODIs and T20Is), meaning the E4 logo can legally be displayed on clothing and equipment used in international cricket.
Over the years, Cricket Zone USA, through E4, has sponsored several cricketers across the region, including Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Tevin Imlach, Raymon Reifer, as well as West Indies female cricketers Stafanie Taylor, Rashada Williams, Chinelle Henry and Natasha McLean.
