Leslie L. Clarke, Sr.
Leslie L. Clarke, Sr’s journey in cricket reflects a lifelong dedication to the sport and his contributions abroad. Born in Kingston, Jamaica W.I. Mr. Clarke developed a passion for cricket during his early years in elementary school at Kingston Senior School and later at Excelsior High School where he was a member of their first team to win the very coveted Sunlight Cup Competition among high schools. Those early achievements laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment both on and off the field. He later continued his academic journey at the University of the West Indies in land surveying before further pursuing his professional studies abroad, where he studied Architecture and Construction Management and later graduate studies in Urban Planning at New York University. This strong academic foundation supported a remarkable professional career.
After the greater part of this period, Mr. Clarke became a member of the former Wembley Athletic Club in the Bronx, NY where he continued his cricket career as a member of their playing team. During this period he represented the New York Cricket League in which the Wembley Club participated and also played on all Jamaican selected team competing against other leagues in New York City and nearby cities.
After Mr. Clarke’s active playing cricket life he represented his wife and daughter in their many efforts to promote the game of cricket in the USA through the establishment of professional cricket leagues in the country.
