BY RICHARD MENANOPO
Cricket in Solomon Islands is steadily rebuilding its base, with the Solomon Islands Cricket Federation (SICF) stepping up preparations for 2026 through structured training at the Solomon Islands National Institute of Sport (SINIS).
According to information released by National Sports Council (NSC), the federation this week conducted a focused ‘Skills Session’ at the national High-Performance (HP) facility, marking a return to organized activity following its successful registration for the 2026 sporting calendar.
“Solomon Islands Cricket Federation has continued its 2026 preparations with a focused ‘Skills Session’ at SINIS this week”, the NSC Media update said.
The session comes shortly after the federation confirmed its registration with the NSC, a step that formally places cricket back within the national sports framework and enables access to elite facilities and technical support.
“Since confirming its registration, SICF has been actively training, building momentum from last week as it rolls out its program for the year”, the statement added.
While the training itself focuses on skills development, sports administrators say the significance lies in the timing — with preparations beginning early rather than later in the season.
Training at SINIS is expected to strengthen core fundamentals, including batting, bowling and fielding, while also improving overall conditioning standards among players.
The use of the high-performance center reflects a broader shift among national federations towards a more structured and consistent preparation, particularly as attention turns to longer-term targets beyond domestic competitions.
For local cricket followers, the return to regular training signals renewed direction for a sport that has faced intermittent activity in recent years.
NSC Media described the session as part of the federation’s wider 2026 rollout, indicating that further activities are expected as the season progresses.
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