Dr. Michael Bradshaw, president of the Bermuda Friendly Societies Association, shares his knowledge on the links between Cup Match, Emancipation, and the Friendly Societies
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Take a walk back in history and hear from some of the greats that have played in this historical Bermudian cricket match on Up Close with Colin Thompson
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Let the games begin – Cup Match is a Bermudian’s favorite time of year!
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Spectrum Global Entertainment in association with the Big Station Power 95 and Bermuda Broadcasting Company presents Cup Match salute featuring the Dancehall Emperor Shabba Ranks and the Queen of Soca Alison Hinds.
CUPMATCH SALUTE 2013
When: July 31 – August 1, 2013 | 8:00 pm – 3:00 am
Where: Tiger Bay, St.George’s, Bermuda
There’s nothing like a day at the ballpark. Or in Bermuda’s case, a day at the cricket field. This civilized British sport, which has been the national pastime since 1844, qualified Bermuda for the World Cup in 2007.
Each year cricket fever takes over the island for the two-day Cup Match, a fierce battle between the two leading clubs. Shops are closed, personal days are called in and nearly everyone on the island watches rival batsmen and bowlers duke it out in their pristinely starched whites.
From April through September you’ll be able to take in a weekend match at various pitches around town with a bit more elbow room, but no less enthusiasm. (For most Bermudans, cricket remains their first unrivaled love.) Plan on arriving early and be prepared for a festive all-day affair. The host grounds have a special section reserved for visitors and provide complimentary cricket guides for first-time spectators. Feel free to ask questions and be prepared to walk away a cricket expert.
It’s standard for locals to stake out a position in advance, bringing with them picnics, drinks and even music. Bigger matches are always a good excuse for a mini-holiday, where socializing over mussel pies and delicious rum swizzles (in lieu of peanuts and Cracker Jacks) makes for a street party-style atmosphere.
source: http://www.voyage.tv/bermuda_travel_video_cricket_commentator_jim_woolridge.html