JANUARY 31^st, 2006, Anguilla: Digicel, the fastest growing mobile telecommunications company in the Caribbean and principal sponsor of West Indies cricket is always eager to have the opportunity to support cricket on a local level. Digicel Anguilla is the proud sponsor of the Under 19's Cricket Tteam.

According to Market Manager for Digicel Anguilla, Stephenie Brooks, Digicel has become a leading brand in the region because it makes strong connections with its customers in each of our markets. Through our sponsorship of the Under 19's Cricket Team we are able to contribute to a sport that is near and dear to the heart of the West Indies . We are delighted to be in a position where we can play a direct role in helping to drive its popularity and have a positive impact on the youth of Anguilla .

In addition to providing funding for a coach's stipend and traveling expenses for the team, Digicel is outfitting the entire team in brand new practice and playing kits. Whether at home or away, practicing or playing, we want the team to look good and feel good. The team is proud to be wearing the Digicel logo, comments Ms. Brooks.

Former Hampshire County Cricketer, Cardigan Connor who is the Cricket Development Officer manages the team and trains Omari Banks, local Leeward Island Cricketer, expressed his delight at Digicel's support of the Under 19's Cricket Team. Digicel's long-term commitment to the team shows that they want our youngsters to succeed and be the best they can be. As a former professional cricketer who feels very passionate about the sport, I am happy that these young men have the opportunity to play a sport that has given me so much satisfaction through the years.  

According to the President of the Anguilla Cricket Association, Mr. Benjie Hughes,   Digicel's support of the Under 19's Cricket Team is important as this is crucial juncture for many young cricketers as they look forward to possible professional opportunities.

Digicel as the proud sponsor of the West Indies Cricket team is not only committed to the game but also to its fans and since becoming the official sponsor of West Indies Cricket in October 2004, has launched a number of initiatives including broadcast sponsorship, the launch of Windies WAP, competitions and attractive TV campaigns, designed to enhance the West Indian Cricket experience for fans and players alike.

More information on Digicel's sponsorship of West Indies cricket is available on http://www.digicelcricket.com/.

ABOUT DIGICEL

Since its launch in 2001, Digicel has become the fastest growing wireless telecommunications operator in the Caribbean .  A Caribbean company, in four years Digicel has become renowned for competitive rates, unbeatable coverage, superior customer care, a wide variety of products and services, and state-of-the-art handsets. It is the largest GSM operator in the region.

By offering innovative wireless services and community support, Digicel has become a leading brand in the Caribbean and has placed the region at the cutting edge of wireless communications.

With the recent achievements of new licenses and acquisitions, Digicel now has operation in over 15 Caribbean countries, covering a total population of 14 million people. Incorporated in Bermuda and currently operating in Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba , Barbados , Bermuda, Curaçao, The Cayman Islands, Dominica , Grenada , Jamaica , St Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia , St. Vincent and the Grenadines , Digicel looks forward to launching in Trinidad & Tobago and Haiti in the near future. The company also has licenses in St Martin, Guadeloupe, Martinique and St Barths.

The company is the lead sponsor of Caribbean sports teams including the West Indies Cricket Team, Special Olympics teams across the Caribbean and is title sponsor of the Digicel Caribbean Football Union Cup, which involves over 30 Caribbean countries and is an important qualifier towards the CONCACAF Gold Cup.