Friday, 7 September 2007
Monday, 27 August 2007
5th WRCF a Grand Success
The 5th WRCF held in Colombo was a grand and tremendous success.
The International Fellowship of Cricket-Loving Rotarians (IFCR) have achieved what all other Rotary Fellowships dream of - fantastic participation (300 participants), excellent accommodation/Hotel facilities (Hilton Colombo), great sporting venues (S.S.C., C.C.C. & N.C.C./ Wesley), with a fusion of entertainment and fellowship.
IFCR - Sri Lanka is grateful to all those who participated and supported this grand Rotary Fellowship event, the 5th World Rotary Cricket Festival.
We are delighted that you all have truly enjoyed the 7 day Rotary Cricket Festival in Colombo, Sri Lanka. We hope more of you will visit us again in the not too distant future. May you be well and happy.
The International Fellowship of Cricket-Loving Rotarians (IFCR) have achieved what all other Rotary Fellowships dream of - fantastic participation (300 participants), excellent accommodation/Hotel facilities (Hilton Colombo), great sporting venues (S.S.C., C.C.C. & N.C.C./ Wesley), with a fusion of entertainment and fellowship.
IFCR - Sri Lanka is grateful to all those who participated and supported this grand Rotary Fellowship event, the 5th World Rotary Cricket Festival.
We are delighted that you all have truly enjoyed the 7 day Rotary Cricket Festival in Colombo, Sri Lanka. We hope more of you will visit us again in the not too distant future. May you be well and happy.
Thursday, 9 August 2007
The Best of Cricket Venues for the 5th WRCF
On all 4 match days - 13th, 14th, 16th & 17th August, matches will be played at the S.S.C. (best Test venue in Sri Lanka) and at the C.C.C. (former Test venue). In addition, on 2 days (13th & 17th August) matches will be played at N.C.C. (a nice ground with a 100 year old pavilion) and on the other 2 days (14th & 16th August) at Campbell Park/ Wesley Grounds (a train carriage is used as the restaurant).
All matches will be played on turf wickets.
All matches will be played on turf wickets.
Sunday, 5 August 2007
Spectacular 5th WRCF to commence in 7 days
IFCR – Sri Lanka is truly honored to host the 5th World Rotary Cricket Festival from 12th - 18th August, in Colombo. We are delighted that 12 Teams, with over 300 participants from Australia, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa & Sri Lanka are participating.
We have left no stone unturned to ensure that the Best possible 5th WRCF is conducted in Colombo. The warm Welcome, accommodation at the “Official Hotel”, the Hilton Hotel, at a most attractive price, dream cricket venues including current and former “Test” venues, leading ex/current cricketers (SL) as featured Guest Speakers, spectacular Fellowship evenings etc. etc. are for you to enjoy.
IFCR will try its best to donate US$10,000 of sports equipment to 40 needy/ poor schools. We thank those who will donate their cricket equipment and those who may bring a special gift to be auctioned along with the select cricket memorabilia. Lets make this 5th WRCF a most memorable experience.
We have left no stone unturned to ensure that the Best possible 5th WRCF is conducted in Colombo. The warm Welcome, accommodation at the “Official Hotel”, the Hilton Hotel, at a most attractive price, dream cricket venues including current and former “Test” venues, leading ex/current cricketers (SL) as featured Guest Speakers, spectacular Fellowship evenings etc. etc. are for you to enjoy.
IFCR will try its best to donate US$10,000 of sports equipment to 40 needy/ poor schools. We thank those who will donate their cricket equipment and those who may bring a special gift to be auctioned along with the select cricket memorabilia. Lets make this 5th WRCF a most memorable experience.
Friday, 3 August 2007
Country Flags & Special Item/s for Charity Auction
Each Team is kindly requested to bring 3 National Flags (Australia & India: 1+ Flags from each Team). Your efforts to bring a special item/s for the charity auction (to provide sports equipment to needy schools), is greatly appreciated.
Wednesday, 1 August 2007
Matches to be played on Superb Turf Wickets
As of today, 301 participants from 7 countries are confirmed. All matches will be played on turf wickets. A batting paradise or will the bowlers do the trick!!!
Thursday, 26 July 2007
Welcome - 5th WRCF Revised/ Updated information
Following the Cricket Festivals held in England, India, New Zealand and Australia, the International Fellowship of Cricket-Loving Rotarian's (IFCR) of RI Dist. 3220 - Sri Lanka as the Host Nation extend a very warm welcome to each of you attending the gala 5th World Rotary Cricket Festival.
All 300 participants will stay at the “Official Hotel” – Hilton Hotel, Colombo.
Currently 14 teams have confirmed their participation: Australia (3 teams), England, India (6 teams - from Gujarat, Hyderabad, Bangalore & Chennai), New Zealand, Pakistan & Sri Lanka (2). 2 South African participants too have confirmed. Each team will play a 25 over match on each of the 4 match days - 13th, 14th, 16th & 17th of August. Come! Enjoy the exciting cricket that will be played on lush greens amidst great fun & fellowship :-)
5th WRCF Programme: 12-18 August, 2007
12th: Arrival. Welcome to Sri Lanka - “A land like no other”.
17.30hrs - Orientation/ Briefing 5th WRCF
18.30 hrs - Grand Opening Ceremony with Dinner & fantastic Entertainment at the Galle Face Hotel. Cricketers are requested to preferably wear blazers/Jackets. Each Team representative will speak for 3 mts. Featured speakers will include former SL Cricket Captain Michael Tissera
13th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
(2 matches will be played on each ground - 2 x 25 overs per match)
Excellent morning & afternoon city tours (90mts each)
19.00hrs - Dinner on own (Many fine restaurants to choose from)
14th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
Fantastic morning & afternoon shopping (101mts at Odel/ House of Fashion)
19.00hrs – Gala Dinner & Entertainment at the Mount Lavinia Hotel (Hosted by the SL Tourist Board). The special Gift items given by each Team & select Cricket memorabilia from National Cricketers will be auctioned. Proceeds will go towards purchasing sports equipment for poor schools.
15th: Day at leisure. Day tours to Kandy or Galle can be arranged at own cost. Please contact/visit http://www.utopiavacations.net/
12.15hrs & 18.30hrs – Regular Rotary Club meetings (Hosted/ F.O.C.)
16.00hrs - General Meeting of I.F.C.R.
19.00hrs – RC Colombo East - Speaker SL Cricket Capt. Mahela J. (US$10)
16th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
Excellent morning & afternoon city tours (90mts each)
18.30hrs - Dinner on own (many fine restaurants to choose from)
17th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
Fantastic morning & afternoon shopping (101mts at Odel/ House of Fashion)
19.00hrs - Gala Closing ceremony, Dinner & Entertainment at The Bay Leaf. Featured speakers will include former SL Test opener Sidath W.
18th: Departure. “Ayubowan” – May you have a long and healthy life. Beautiful Tours/ Value Excursions at own cost. Please contact/visit http://www.utopiavacations.net/
Easy / Simplified Registration for 5th WRCF
Each Team Manager or Captain should collect US$200.00 as an advance from each person (cricketers & supporters) planning to attend the 5th WRC Festival in Colombo & transfer such funds (US$3,600 if 18 persons) to the below mentioned Rotary Account. Names of those attending should be emailed to rotary.nalin@gmail.com
5th WRCF - Cost Per Cricketer & Non Cricketer
Accommodation (6 nights) on B/B at Hilton Hotel, Colombo - US$350.00
For each additional night add US$70.00 per room (Special IFCR price)
Transport, match days lunches at the grounds & 3 dinners are included
Also a Rotary Lunch & Evening meeting on Wednesday, 15th is hosted.
Plus Additional Cost Per Cricketer: US$66.00
Booking of Cricket Grounds, Photos, Trophies, Balls etc.
Total Cost Per Cricketer - US$416.00 & Non Cricketer - US$350.00
Bank Account Details - Use T.T. / SWIFT
Each TEAM Manager/Captain is kindly requested to transfer the advance of US$200 per person (players + spouses + supporters). Eg: If 20 persons, then US$4,000 to be transferred. The balance payable amount of US$216 per player and US$150 per spouse/ supporter is to be paid on arrival in Colombo.
The Bank account details:
Account Number : 001 003771 003
Account Name : Rotary Club of Colombo Regency
Bank Name : HSBC
Branch : Main Office
Bank Address : 24, Sir Baron Jayatilleke Mw, Colombo 1, SRI LANKA
Bank Swift Code : HSBCLKLX
Each TEAM/group to transfer funds from Bank to Bank by T.T./ SWIFT. Please inform us of the amount transferred so as to confirm receipt.
All 300 participants will stay at the “Official Hotel” – Hilton Hotel, Colombo.
Currently 14 teams have confirmed their participation: Australia (3 teams), England, India (6 teams - from Gujarat, Hyderabad, Bangalore & Chennai), New Zealand, Pakistan & Sri Lanka (2). 2 South African participants too have confirmed. Each team will play a 25 over match on each of the 4 match days - 13th, 14th, 16th & 17th of August. Come! Enjoy the exciting cricket that will be played on lush greens amidst great fun & fellowship :-)
5th WRCF Programme: 12-18 August, 2007
12th: Arrival. Welcome to Sri Lanka - “A land like no other”.
17.30hrs - Orientation/ Briefing 5th WRCF
18.30 hrs - Grand Opening Ceremony with Dinner & fantastic Entertainment at the Galle Face Hotel. Cricketers are requested to preferably wear blazers/Jackets. Each Team representative will speak for 3 mts. Featured speakers will include former SL Cricket Captain Michael Tissera
13th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
(2 matches will be played on each ground - 2 x 25 overs per match)
Excellent morning & afternoon city tours (90mts each)
19.00hrs - Dinner on own (Many fine restaurants to choose from)
14th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
Fantastic morning & afternoon shopping (101mts at Odel/ House of Fashion)
19.00hrs – Gala Dinner & Entertainment at the Mount Lavinia Hotel (Hosted by the SL Tourist Board). The special Gift items given by each Team & select Cricket memorabilia from National Cricketers will be auctioned. Proceeds will go towards purchasing sports equipment for poor schools.
15th: Day at leisure. Day tours to Kandy or Galle can be arranged at own cost. Please contact/visit http://www.utopiavacations.net/
12.15hrs & 18.30hrs – Regular Rotary Club meetings (Hosted/ F.O.C.)
16.00hrs - General Meeting of I.F.C.R.
19.00hrs – RC Colombo East - Speaker SL Cricket Capt. Mahela J. (US$10)
16th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
Excellent morning & afternoon city tours (90mts each)
18.30hrs - Dinner on own (many fine restaurants to choose from)
17th: 08.00hrs to 12.45hrs & 13.15hrs to 18.00hrs - Cricket Matches
Fantastic morning & afternoon shopping (101mts at Odel/ House of Fashion)
19.00hrs - Gala Closing ceremony, Dinner & Entertainment at The Bay Leaf. Featured speakers will include former SL Test opener Sidath W.
18th: Departure. “Ayubowan” – May you have a long and healthy life. Beautiful Tours/ Value Excursions at own cost. Please contact/visit http://www.utopiavacations.net/
Easy / Simplified Registration for 5th WRCF
Each Team Manager or Captain should collect US$200.00 as an advance from each person (cricketers & supporters) planning to attend the 5th WRC Festival in Colombo & transfer such funds (US$3,600 if 18 persons) to the below mentioned Rotary Account. Names of those attending should be emailed to rotary.nalin@gmail.com
5th WRCF - Cost Per Cricketer & Non Cricketer
Accommodation (6 nights) on B/B at Hilton Hotel, Colombo - US$350.00
For each additional night add US$70.00 per room (Special IFCR price)
Transport, match days lunches at the grounds & 3 dinners are included
Also a Rotary Lunch & Evening meeting on Wednesday, 15th is hosted.
Plus Additional Cost Per Cricketer: US$66.00
Booking of Cricket Grounds, Photos, Trophies, Balls etc.
Total Cost Per Cricketer - US$416.00 & Non Cricketer - US$350.00
Bank Account Details - Use T.T. / SWIFT
Each TEAM Manager/Captain is kindly requested to transfer the advance of US$200 per person (players + spouses + supporters). Eg: If 20 persons, then US$4,000 to be transferred. The balance payable amount of US$216 per player and US$150 per spouse/ supporter is to be paid on arrival in Colombo.
The Bank account details:
Account Number : 001 003771 003
Account Name : Rotary Club of Colombo Regency
Bank Name : HSBC
Branch : Main Office
Bank Address : 24, Sir Baron Jayatilleke Mw, Colombo 1, SRI LANKA
Bank Swift Code : HSBCLKLX
Each TEAM/group to transfer funds from Bank to Bank by T.T./ SWIFT. Please inform us of the amount transferred so as to confirm receipt.
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