For the past week, The Royal Gazette has asked people to show their support for the Bermuda cricket team as it prepares to make its debut on the World Cup stage. And as these messages show, that support has been truly magnificent. From Australia, Hong Kong, North America, the UK and of course Bermuda, they have all had one thing in common: a sense of pride that Bermuda is being represented on the world stage.All the best to our guys. Hold your heads high and be proud because win or loose you have made history. You have paved the way for my son and other youngsters who play cricket. Be proud of yourselves and just do your best. FROM THE JOHNSONS IN SOMERSET>Mrs. Brenda JohnsonI just want to send a special Good Luck to my favourite cousin and bowler, Kevin Hurdle. Do what you have to do to get the job done, but most important, keep your eye on the wicket cousin. Love you. Shout outs to the whole Bermuda team, wishing you all the best.KIA BURCHALLTo The World Cup National Cricket Team & Staff: I would like to take this time to congratulate each and every one of you on a job well done and I am proud of you all. Special thanks to your families. God BlessB>ANTIONETTE WILLIAMS

Keep focused. Keep your eye on the ball. Be ready and alert to crack and catch that ball. We are only a dot on a map so you make such a splash that it resounds the world round. The very best to the Bermuda Boys in blue.

Jeanette Lightbourne

We would just like the team to know that we are sending our support and we want to see them improve as they play each game. Keep your chins up and dig deep and all should go well. Love and prayers,

THE DEAN CL — CLARENCE & ERLOR DEAN

To all of Bermuda's World Cup cricketers, and especially my nephew Stephan Kelly. We don't care if you win, lose or draw, we are extremely proud of you all. Let no man diminish the pride you have in yourselves or your country. You have worked hard to get where you are now and don't be intimidated by the professionals. Remember even they have bad days. Keep your minds focused and listen to Gus. Good Luck and Love To You

OPRAL/KYLE TROTT

Lionel (Tit) Cann: Only if Daddy Liney could be here to share in this joyous occasion. (But I am sure he watching you from above.) You have truly done your family and country proud. Stay to the wicket, and remember what ever the out come you are truly a hero. But always remember to pray and ask for guidance.

LOVE MA PINKY — ANGEL BURGESS

Greetings Lionel (Tit) Cann, this is your Sister-in-law, Shawn-Nae. I'm wishing you and the team all the best. May Jah be with you during your W. C. Tour. Jamie and I will be watching you on TV. We are really proud of you and the whole team for all your efforts. Bermuda is behind you guys 110 percent. Continue to represent your country with pride. I want you to remember one thing, SWIPER, NO SWIPING! — (smile) take your time batting and do what you de be

MRS. SHAWN-NAE' CANN

Well done Bermuda! keep your heads held high! Well done lads! Well done! I am routing for all of you. No matter what the result, I am certain the Island is behind you 1,000 percent. Be proud of what you have accomplished!

Godspeed when the tournament begins. A special message to: My brother OJ: I love you very much and I am swelling with pride to the point of tears! Sorry I can't be there. Young Borden: short stuff you're a shining star! Stay positive and focused; you're doing great! I love you! GO BERMUDA!

AMANI LAWRENCE

Lionel Cann — My world cup hero

L — lion (large & powerful)

I — initiative (take the lead)

O — oblate (dedicated to work)

N — notice (attract attention)

E — effort (strenuous excretion)

L — leader (conduct, guide, going in front)

By his one and only ser

ANGEL BURGESS

P.s. Good luck Bermuda!

To all of the Bermuda Cricketers, well done gentleman! To qualify is impressive, and you all deserve credit. Keep up the hard work, and results will follow. To a few special friends: "Hey boy Taxi Doors! Hey boy Oli! Keep it up." — Uncle.

DANTE JOAQUIN

Well Bermuda... keep your heads up. Watching the team in the UK was brilliant. My patriotic pride swelled as I saw the score at 155-5. Well done to the whole team...Keep up the good work, and goodck.

THOMAS GUTTERIDGE Devonse (at school in the UK)

Wishing the boys the best of luck in the upcoming tournament — can't wait to see them shock the world and pull off a great performance. I know you can do it!

ANDY SMITH

Thank you for representing Bermuda well. We've only had a warm up match and we as Bermudians are already proud of you all. No matter what happens enjoy yourselves and have fun. We'll be watching you with pride in our hearts. Thankgain.

MALIKA (TIGER) SMITH

Sandys

Sluggo's performance caught the attention of many cricket fans here in Hong Kong. Best of luck to the entire team in showing what Bermuda is made of.

BEN DYER, Hong Kong

Come on Bermuda. Do us proud both at home and overseas! I promise to wear a pair of pink Bermuda shorts around the office each time you win. Congratulations to Dwayne Leverock on a great permance.

ERIC SCHATZ, London

Congratulations guys you made it you are finally there. We are routing for you and watching you live. Do your best and make Bermuda proud. We love you all.

THE WOODYS CREW

Lads, you're the talk of the town out here in Australia — front page of the national paper. I'm tired after no sleep last night, but how can you turn the cricket off when you've got England on the ropes? Can't wait to board that plane for Trinidad — what a party it's going to be. Enjoy iCheers.

NIGEL SWAIN, Sydney, Australia

I would like to congratulate and wish the team Good Luck and All The Best in representing Bermuda in the ICC World Cup. You are doing a Great Job thus far and I know you will continue on doing you best. You are already champions in my eyes having made it.

EDITH MINORS, St. George's

Go for it, Team Bermuda! In the David and Goliath story, you know who won — the underdog David, but only with God's help. Do your best and leave the outc to God.

THE ROACH FAMILY

That's OK guys! Keep your head up. I'm so proud of you all!

PENNY R. THOMPSON

Hey you Guys: I know you all must be feeling real good about yourselves; I feel good knowing that little ole Bermuda has a team playing among the big guns for the World Cup, just awesome. Congratulations on your achievements thus far. My prayer is that you guys do your best. I know you are all in great form because I travelled on the same plane as you when you were on your way to Trinidad on January 8 and I literally did not recognise a few of you because of the weight lost (super!).

My girlfriend and I were going to Jamaica, remember 'Twinkle Toes'. We were sitting just in front of you; you were feeling mighty good about yourself, profiling and things, telling us we will not find anyone down 'Yard' looking like you, as you set up your chest and made it dance. Well, you were right, we found no one like you down there.

To the rest of you, don't sell yourselves short just because; if each one of you play your personal best but also play as a team, no telling what the outcome might be. Put aside all of your differences for the sake of the team. Don't fear them, you have nothing to lose, they do.

Play your game not theirs. Encourage each other, especially those of you who are strong with optimism, share it with the team throughout, on and off the pitch. You've had a great coach and he's bought you this far. Continue to listen to him and don't forget to enjoy yourselves. And if for some strange reason you don't win, feel good knowing you gave it all you've got. I will continue to follow your game via newspaper/online; the best to all oou. Love!

ROSEANNE WILLIAMS

All of Bermuda should be proud of what you have accomplished. No matter what you place you will return your country as heroes, as you have done what no one has before you. Good Luck!

MONICA BROWN, St. David's

I am a Scotsman married to a Bermudian. If Scotland cannot win I hope Bermuda do. There's only one Janeiro Tucker . Pietersen, Ponting, Sehwag, Lara, Gibbs — add Tucker the list.

GRAEME SUNTER

As you embark on the last part of your journey I hope it ends for you as it began, with jubilation, excitement and fulfilment. You all are there because of your love of the game so I say to you focus, block out distractions and show your love of the game. Wishing you a safe journey and may God continue to bless you.

MRS. PAULETTE RICHARDSON

Good Luck to the teand have fun

ALEXANDRA O'NEILL

To our Cattle s, the Flags aroisted. "Bruce Woodcock" would be so proud of you. To the Team as a whole - be encouraged and mindful that God is on your side and if you stick with Him, you can't faior can you lose! Isaiah 43:1-3.B>Be encouraged.

DANIEL and GREGON MINORS

AUNTNDY, DANIEL BOONE and GREGON

St. David's East

A great performance in the field, Team Bermuda. Some fierce minnows, I say! Keep the spirits high the focus sharp.

M STEPHEN CATON, Bermuda Regiment

All of the very best Guys, you have made yourselves and Bermuda proud. Stand tall and give your best, we support you in all you do. Good Luck!

GLADWYN BEAN, Southampton

To my Bermuda team I am proud of you! To the boys from St Davids you can do all things thru Christ who strengthens you. Do your best andd will do the rest.

Sis Slaughter and Slaughter's daughter

aka VIOLETTE and DELLESHA FOX

St George's

Dear Team Bermuda, you have not only every heart and soul in Bermuda behind you, but all neutrals in the cricket-playing world as well. Your lofty Test opponents have no divine right to win, and in terms of raw talent you are their equals. Whatever the result, I'll sing the following song:

"We're the Gus Logie Army,

We're all going to Trini,

And we'll really shake them up,

When we win the World Cup,

Cos Bermuda are the greatest Cricket Team!"

Goluck,

PUISNE JUDGE IAN KAWALEY

I wish you guys the very best of luck. I know that you are up against some tough opposition but I know you can give them a scare! Play well and above all enjoy the experience and take whatever lessons t you can. GO BERMUDA!

KAREN WOOLRIDGE-PITT

I am so proud of this team and it will require Team work. Logie and Men you have my support and prayers for your safety and focus. You know First Church of God North Shore has supported and prayed for you all and will continue to do so. Be Blessed and encouraged in your Historical venture.

DO INGHAM AND THE ENT <\N>INGHAM FAMILY

P.s. We bought the package so wan see you.

Go Bermuda!

REID and LINDA YOUNG

Today is a day that will live forever in the annals of Bermudian History. We have no doubt that you will move from strength to strength as you continue to break barriers. You are a shining example to young and old alike; a testament to the power of perseverance. Keep the faith and keep up the good work. Be encouraged, Be strong, Be Bermudian. Wishing you much success and continued blessings,

THE SIMMONS FAMILY

JAMAHL, SHERRI, STEPHEN, & NASIR

Now is the time to enjoy all of the hard work you have put into your preparations. Take one game at a time and as the saying goes 'stay to the wicket and the runs will come'ood luck and best wishes.

NEVILLE & SHEILA TYRRELL

You guys go for it. Watched the match on TV here in the UK and was thoroughly entertained by the whole match. You had the England players on the ropes early on, keep pushing and you may well get some scalps this tournament, Great performance from all. Don't be remembered for being underdogs, if you go out, go out with some style, flair and great drills as you guys showed today. Keep Borden and Leverock running in, Brilliant! Good luck guys, a lot of us English will be following you after your great performance today!

JAMES WELSH, UK

In the Book of Numbers (13:25-33) a story is told of two people that Moses sent out to survey the Promise Land. One report was the land was flowing with milk and honey but that there were giants in the land. The giants were so big that the person giving the report said that he felt like a grasshopper to them which is the way the giants would have seen him. But another report, from Caleb, said that yes, there are giants in the land but we are well able to possess it.

In this World Cup journey, Bermuda is indeed up against giants. But as long as we do not see ourselves as grasshoppers, we are well able to take on the giants. We may not win a single match (this time) but if we have the right mindset, we will account well of ourselves. And who knows, we might even slay a few giants. We are w able to possess the land!

CORDELL W. RILEY

Sluggo, Nice one bird! I had to take a lot of flak about the England score from my West Indian and Indian colleagues here, but they retreated quite a bit when they took a closer look at our bowling — especially your brilliant performance. Now if you could only come to your senses about playing for St. George's instead of Somerset, all would be well in my cricket world. Best wishes to you and the rest of the team. There are a couple of us byes in New York that will be pulling for the team from here!

KEES VAN BEELEN, NY

Hey Doors (Delyone Borden). Keep up the good work bowl those guys out,and let your moms favourite colour bat do the talking. We are all proud of you ,were ready for that party when you get back home.We will be ching you! Good Luck, love.

Mom, Delshante, Copeland & Becky,

The Esdaille & Simons Family

Congratulations Dwayne! Keep your head high and keep doing what you do best! We are all very proud of your accomplishments!

ERICA RANCE-CARIAH, Hamilton

Go Bermuda! Show your talent! And here's a big shout out to Sluggo — well do You deserve all the praise!

SELENA M. SIMONS

Do your best and keep your heads high. I'm proud of You.

CHARMAIN SMITH

For the Bermuda cricket team: You guys earned the right to be there; pick up an oleander stick and whip a giant before you c back home. Let's go Bermuda!

ROBERT Da SILVA

To: our cricket players,coach and staff:

"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.

Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.

It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.

We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?

Actually, who are you not to be?

You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn't serve the world.

We were born to manifest the glory of God within us.

It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine

we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.

As we are liberated from our own fear our presence automatically liberates others"

Read by Nelson Mandela at his 1994 inauguration. Popularised in the movie Coach Carter.

LIONEL (BALDY) SM , WIFE BONNIE, & SON ARRINGTON

P.s. Special shout out to our Irv from "Tinnon"Best of luck to all the Bermuda cricketers, win lose or draw I know you're doing yourst, we're with you 100 percent.

THE DARRELL FAMILY IN ST. GEORGE'S

including all five brothers who played in Cup Match

Hi My name is Tajae Tucker-Rayner. I am ten years old. My daddy is Janeiro Tucker "Bermuda's top all rounder". I would like to tell my daddy some advice he always tells me. Always try your best no matter what. If you do not win I will not be mad at you because you tried your best.

I hope your team wins the world cup. I am proud of you and my Godfathers, Dean and Kwame tell them to try their best also. Even if you do not win you are still the best daddy ever. Good luck daddy and Bermuda. I will watch you on TV. e always, your baby girl

TAJAE

P.s. My mom said I can use her e-mail

We w the very best. YOU ARE THE BEST!

From the Tucker, Fubler, Santucci and Williams families

To our National Cricket Team — whatever the result you are making history on a world stage! Enjoy the experience!

ANNE

We, the Ingham Family say great work and effort from you with England. Sluggo special thanks to you but I recognise that its the team work that makes you special. I am expecting great things from you all and I only wish I could be there however I will be able to see you on TV. Keep your heads high. Psalm 121 says Look to the Hills from whence cometh our help. Our Help cometh from the Lord. You are purposed to be where you areust thank God and make Him proud.

THE INGHAMS

To all of you young men who have worked extremely hard to obtain this accomplishment, we applaud you. Here's wishing the best to the Bermuda world cup team, coaches, and all others involved. Heartfelt blessings leave the bottom of our hearts, in an attempt to touch all of your hearts. Keep your heads high, and know that you have made this Island proud. Congratulations. Bled love.

JULIE & MIKEY MURRAY

The American Consulate says "Go Bermuda".

Stay to the Wicket and the runs will come. All the very best of luck to you.

STEPHEN WEST

Westport Architecture

Congratulations to Bermuda's cricket team doing BIGG thing. I wish u guthe best and bring us back good news

DANIELL RAYNOR

B — Be the best you can be!

E — Every day on the field and off the field

R —Raise your heads high and represent Bermuda

M — Most of all! enjoy the experience of a lifetime

U — Unite as a team to achieve your dreams

D — dedicate yourself to the task one step at a time

A — always remembering to be proud of your achievements and know ,Bermuda young or old suppo you in this World Cup Cricket Stage.

THE STUDENTS OF PRIMARY 3 SCOTT

Somerset Primary School

Go for it! Team Bermuda