Kari is games chieftain
Scottish cricket star Kari Carswell has been named chieftain for the 147th Stirling Highland Games.
Stirling-born Kari, currently a cricket officer in New Zealand, has represented her country 148 times – 54 of those as captain.
And she says she can’t wait to make her way to Stirling Sports Village on August 19 for one of the area’s showpiece events.
Kari, who started playing the game at Stirling County Cricket Club at the age of 12, said:“It came as a bit of a shock to be nominated for the role of chieftain but I’m absolutely thrilled to accept the role and I can’t wait to be back in Stirling on August 19.
“I’m hoping the sun shines and lots of people turn out to support what will no doubt be a fantastic event.”
Kari made her debut for Scotland as a 17-year-old in 2000 and led the team as a player/coach between November 2010 and December 2015 – taking the squad to within one game of qualifying for their first ever World Cup.
Games organiser Matt McGrandles said:“My committee and I really enjoy this part of the build-up to the Highland Games. Selecting one of Stirling’s most famous sons or daughters to be chieftain is fascinating.
“There are so many worthwhile individuals to choose from, however I am happy that Kari will be joining our chieftain family.”
Thousands of visitors are expected to flock to the event which will showcase a mix of traditional events and new family-friendly attractions. Discounted tickets can be purchased on the Stirling Highland Games website.