February 15, 2025
USA Cricket today announced the commencement of the election process to fill the Female Independent Director position on its Board of Directors. This key role is designed to bring external governance expertise and a fresh perspective to the organization, supporting USA Cricket’s commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and the continued professionalization of the sport in the United States.
The Independent Director position is vital in ensuring strong governance, strategic oversight, and alignment with global best practices. Candidates for this position should have demonstrated leadership experience in sports governance, business, or other relevant fields, and a commitment to fostering the growth and professionalism of cricket in the U.S.
Election Process and Timeline
The election timeline for the Independent Director position is as follows:
· February 15, 2025 – Notification sent requesting applications.
· February 15-24, 2025 – Application submission period.
· March 31, 2025 – Expected completion of the selection process.
Any individual who wishes to be considered, or to be put forward by another person for consideration, is invited to submit their application by no later than February 24, 2025, 11:59 PM PST.
Eligible Candidates must be citizens or permanent residents of, and residing in the United States of America. Other details of eligibility criteria and an application form can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be completed and sent to the following e-mail address: ngc@usacricket.org.
USA Cricket Nominations and Governance Committee (NGC) representative Nisarg Patel emphasized the importance of this appointment, stating:
“The addition of a Female Independent Director will ensure that our Board continues to reflect diverse perspectives and expertise. We are eager to attract a highly qualified individual who will contribute to the continued success and governance of USA Cricket.”
This election aligns with USA Cricket’s broader governance initiatives, including recent changes to strengthen athlete representation and further integrate best practices aligned with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC).
Commitment to a Transparent and Inclusive Future
As USA Cricket continues to evolve, the addition of a new Female Independent Director will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the sport and ensuring its sustainable growth.
For more details and updates on the election process, visit USA Cricket’s website.
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Email: media@usacricket.org
ABOUT USA CRICKET
USA Cricket is the National Federation for cricket in the United States as recognized by the International Cricket Council. USA Cricket’s mission is to govern, regulate, develop and promote all forms of cricket at all levels in the United States, and to enable U.S. cricketers to achieve sustained competitive excellence and successfully compete in national and international competition. Through a diverse Board of Directors that has representation from most cricket stakeholder groups, USA Cricket will lead the sport to new heights by creating and administering value added programs to grow and develop the sport.
