Released on: May 26, 2008, 7:03 pm

Press Release Author: Two Up Front

Industry:

Press Release Summary: Darren Tucker takes up his new role as chairman of the Hong
Kong Cricket Association

Press Release Body: The continued success of the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes is a key
focus for Darren Tucker as he takes up his new role as chairman of the Hong Kong
Cricket Association.

"Obviously, the Sixes is an important revenue stream for the HKCA - but it amounts
to much more than that," he says.

"The tournament also gives Hong Kong cricket global coverage and provides a huge
boost to the Hong Kong cricket community.

"It gives the game great exposure locally and is a key component of our drive to
develop and expand cricket at grassroots level."

Tucker, 45, comes from a strong cricket background, having played to a high standard
in his native Australia.

An all rounder, he played A-grade club cricket in his native Sydney and made two
representative appearances for New South Wales.

Early in his career, he enjoyed two seasons in the highly competitive Central
Lancashire League in England.

Since moving to Hong Kong, he has turned out for Hong Kong Cricket Club sides Nomads
and Wanderers.

Tucker was elected chairman at the HKCA's recent AGM and is relishing the challenges
that come with his new position.

"Apart from the Sixes, two other key issues are the lack of sufficient grounds for
us to get more people playing cricket, and the performance of the Hong Kong team in
the international arena," he says.

"All of these are crucial to the development of the game here."

Tucker's job as regional manager for a major sportswear manufacturer and his
extensive cricket travels have given him a global perspective on the game and,
especially, its commercial importance.

"If you look at initiatives like the Indian Premier League, it is clear that cricket
globally is going through a period of change,' he says.

"The Sixes is a great way for Hong Kong to remain relevant in global cricket and we
need to make sure it stays that way. We have to keep up with what is going on
outside our boundaries.

"The 2008 Sixes is starting to take shape very nicely. We have already signed up two
fantastic star names in Damien Martyn and Stephen Fleming and corporate hospitality
sales are going very well.

"All the signs are that we are going to have another fantastic tournament, which is
great news for the HKCA and local cricket."

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