Walkovers 4 Island Challenge – FAQ’s

What is the 4 Island Challenge?
The 4 Island Challenge is something that Walkovers Cricket Club, in Jersey are undertaking on 27th June 2009.
They are playing four games of Twenty20 cricket in four different islands in just one day.

What Islands are involved?
Walkovers start their challenge in Alderney before moving on to Guernsey, then Sark before heading to their home island of Jersey. Each of the four islands are part of the Channel Islands, situated between France and England.

Why are you doing this?
One of Walkovers members and players, Kevin English – suffers from Cystic Fibrosis and the idea was to raise awareness and cash for the charity. Walkovers were looking for something unique to showcase the disease, and after a brainstorm came up with the 4 island idea.

What is Cystic Fibrosis?
Please visit the Cystic Fibrosis section on the 4island challenge on this website for a detailed description.

How can I support the charity?
Walkovers are raising money in various ways for this challenge, including sponsorship forms before the event. They will also be selling raffle tickets, with great prizes – leading up to the event. A programme will also be available on the day, in order to raise more funds. Alternatively we have set up a just giving address which shows the progress we have made with fundraising, and allows you to donate online.
The address is www.justgiving.com/4islandcricket

How much are you trying to raise?
Walkovers are hoping to raise £20,000 for Cystic Fibrosis.

Where can I support the event?
The first game will start at Alderney Cricket Club at 7am and last until around 9.30am.
Walkovers play at the Mare de Carteret playing fields against a GCB/ICG XI in Guernsey at 10.45am before heading to Sark. Sark Cricket Club provides the opposition at 2pm, the match being completed by 5pm.
Back in Jersey, SCF are the final test for the Walkovers side – match starting at 6pm at the Grainville Cricket Ground. You will be more than welcome to come and watch at any of the grounds without an admission fee.

What will the standard of cricket be like?
The emphasis on the day will be about fun, and not just about the cricket. Walkovers have been matched with similar standard teams and the games should be competitive. The club have been training hard for the day, so the fitness levels should continue through right until the end! The club would love for you to come and support, even if you don’t have much cricket knowledge – it’s all about the charity.