Dear Editor,
He stood immaculately tall, and soared to unparalleled heights with every stroke during his illustrious career. His credentials are as impressive as those of any diplomat whose duty it is to serve with distinction, loyalty and dedication. He remained a faithful soldier, resolute in defence, and his record remained unblemished, despite the prevailing temptation to sow seeds of discord. Shivnarine Chanderpaul remains a cricketing institution of the highest calibre whose remarkable humility and rise to stardom have deservedly secured his place as one of Guyana’s national heroes.
As the country prepares to celebrate its golden jubilee, cementing fifty years of independence on May 26th, I proudly join in recommending that the Order of Roraima be conferred on Shivnarine Chanderpaul, cricketer extraordinaire, for his distinguished contribution to Guyana’s rich cricketing legacy, and indeed for the joy and passion he created among fans around the world.
Yours faithfully,
Elroy Stephney
