USA PLAYERS HANDY QUALIFIERS GUIDE
Buenos Aires, Argentina
March 7 - 18, 2025
MESSAGE
Johnathan Atkeison Chief Executive Officer
As you prepare to compete in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier, I want to take a moment on behalf of USA Cricket to express our support and appreciation for the hard work you've put into getting here. We believe in your abilities and are confident you will represent the USA with skill, pride, and passion.
Competing in a World Cup is the pinnacle of any player's career, but you can also be the first American women's team to do so. It is quite literally the chance to etch your name in cricket history! Your performance will not only elevate the profile of women's cricket in the USA but will also serve to inspire future generations of athletes to chase the same dream.
We wish you all the best in your preparations and throughout the tournament. Stay focused, stay strong, and know that we are with you every step of the way.
Good luck, and bring home the victory!
SUPPORT STAFF & THEIR ROLES
Hilton Moreeng - Head Coach
With a team-first mentality, Coach Moreeng will oversee all players and support staff to ensure optimum performances and best practices. He will establish the culture and best practices framework to build success and drive the national team program to achieve the maximum results.
John L. Aaron - Team Manager
As team Manager, John will work closely with the Head Coach to ensure smooth logistical outcomes on games, training, and rest days. He will also ensure the players' well-being and provide impartial support during the tour. He will collaborate and consult with the Head Coach on matters that could impact the team.
The Team Manager's role includes communicating the daily schedule and meeting times, liaising with match officials, facilitating equipment/uniform checks, helping players navigate media interviews while on tour, ensuring the team is appropriately hydrated and nourished, and addressing any player personnel matters or challenges. John will also ensure that off-field best practices are employed and that all ICC program protocols are observed.
Rohaan Gosala - Assistant Coach & Analyst
Mr. Gosala will serve as Coach Moreeng's assistant, delivering a world-class program and supporting the athletes. He will report to Coach Moreeng on matters related to training, provide player performance analysis as requested by the Head Coach, and prepare analysis on the strengths and weaknesses of opposition players.
Asia Joseph - Strength & Conditioning Coach
As the Strength & Conditioning Coach, Ms. Joseph will assist the Head Coach in ensuring all players are physically fit and ready to meet match demands. In addition to implementing and delivering conditioning and training programs, Ms. Joseph will manage the Teambuildr platform and monitor player performance results.
Alondra Castellanos - Physical Therapist
Ms. Castellanos will ensure players are ready to play while tending to ailments or injuries. She will closely monitor bowling loads on Teambuildr, and injuries to players. She will manage treatments, maintain confidentiality standards, and coordinate advanced medical interventions with the Team Manager.
Anika Reddy Kolan Captain/Wicketkeeper
Tara Gabriel Norris LHB/LAF
Disha Dhingra
Aditiba Chudasama Vice Captain RHB/RAW
Ella Claridge
Geetika Kodali
Isani Vaghela
Chetna Prasad
Gargi Bhogle
Ritu Singh
Shastri
Maahi Madhavan
Chetna R. Pagydyala
ARGENTINA
ABOUT ARGENTINA
The Argentine Republic is located in the southern half of South America and covers an area of 1.1 million square miles. It is the second-largest country in South America after Brazil, the fourth-largest country in the Americas, and the eighth-largest country in the world. It is equivalent to the combined states of Texas and California, or about one-third the size of the USA.
Argentina also claims a portion of Antarctica, as well as several islands in the South Atlantic, including the British-ruled Falkland Islands.
Capital of Argentina:
Buenos Aires - Population 3.12 Million
Average Weather in Buenos Aires: During March, it averages between 65-78°F
Population:
46.65 million. The population is comprised of Italian, Polish, Spanish, German, French, and Latin American ancestry, in addition to the indigenous people of Argentina.
Currency Conversion:
USD 1.00 = 1,058 Argentine Peso (ARS)
Language & Religion:
Spanish is the national language. However, English is widely spoken. About 80% of Argentinians are Catholic. Smaller minorities comprise 0f
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
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Protestants, Muslims, and Jews. The Jewish community in Argentina is the largest in South America.
Food:
Well known for its steaks (carne asado) and empanadas, you will also find several vegetarian and pescetarian dishes to suit your palate--pastas, provoleta, tartas saladas, and Queso y cebolla in addition to vegan empanadas, and for the pescetarians-- Cornelius Fritos and the red grilled Argentinian calamari.
The colorful buildings of Buenos Aires.
Culture:
A blend of Indigenous, European, and Latin American cultural traditions is reflected in the music, foods, dance, and architecture. The Tango dance originated in Buenos Aires.
Electricity:
The standard voltage in Buenos Aires is 220 Volts/50 Hertz. The primary sockets use type 1 or type C plugs. You might need a universal travel adapter, voltage converter, or plug adapter to use electrical outlets.
If the voltage or frequency of your appliance or device is diferent, you might need a voltage converter or transformer.
Famous Argentinian Athletes:
FIFA World Cup soccer players Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi.
Belgrano Athletic Club Ground.
Buenos Aires street art.
USA TRAINING & MATCH SCHEDULE*
Buenos Aires, Argentina
March 7 - 18, 2025
DATE TIME ACTIVITY/VENUE
March 7, 2025 Teams Check-in at ICC Hotel.
March 8, 2025 DTBA Women's International Day
March 9, 2025 DTBA Meetings & Training
March 10, 2025 DTBA Match 1: vs.
March 11, 2025 DTBA Match 2: vs.
March12, 2025 REST DAY
March 13, 2025 DTBA Match 3: vs.
March 14, 2025 DTBA Match 4: vs.
March 15, 2025 REST DAY
March 16, 2025 DTBA Match 5: vs.
March 17, 2025 DTBA Match 6: vs.
March 18, 2025 Teams Depart.
KIT PROTOCOLS
Players are not permitted to wear USA Cricket kit apparel or logo gear outside of Team USA events, functions, team travels, or approved media engagements, in part or whole unless approved by the Team Manager or USA Cricket. Players are discouraged from wearing outdated USA Cricket sponsorship kits in public.
Players are responsible for the safekeeping and wearing of current USAC kits and may not donate or otherwise dispose of any USAC kit item without approval from USA Cricket.
*DTBA = Details to be announced.
COMMUNICATIONS
The Team USA WhatsApp chat group created specifically for the ICC Women's T20 Americas Qualifier is the primary intra-communications platform for players and support staff. It should be used only for cricket, training, or other cricket-related matters, and as the information relates to those two groups. The team manager will post a daily activity schedule, and information specific to events, matches, or training sessions to the WhatsApp chat group the previous night.
TEAM HOTEL
Four teams will participate in the ICC Women's T20 Americas Qualifiers: Argentina, Brazil, Canada (ABC), and the USA. The Regente Palace Hotel, Suipacha 964-CABA, Buenos Aires, Argentina will be home to Team USA during the pre-qualifiers training sessions and the duration of the Qualifiers. During the Qualifiers, the A, B and C teams will also be housed at the Regente Palace Hotel.
Parents, family members, and friends of USA players are encouraged to seek accommodation elsewhere other than at the team's hotel. USA Cricket appreciates their understanding and cooperation in this regard.
PRACTICE & TRAINING SESSIONS VENUE
Practice and training sessions will be conducted at BAC Belgrano Athletic Club - Virrey del Pino, 3456 CABA - Buenos Aires, Argentina. Other facilities may be announced before our arrival or while in Argentina.
MATCH VENUES
Matches will be played at grounds to be determined and are subject to change. USA payers and support staff will be notified via the WhatsApp chat group, coaches briefings, or team and other squad meetings.
FITNESS & TEAMBUILDR
Teambuildr is the only platform players will use to report all training, Wellness, Session RPE, and bowling loads found at the top of their workouts daily. All players should be already set up and using Teambuildr.
According to your physical program outlined by the S&C coach, you must upload all training data daily into Teambuildr, following any strength and conditioning session to help her and the Physiotherapist monitor/track your performance and adjust your fitness and training plans as necessary.
Following any training session, please input your RPE score for that session, and if you bowl, please input how many you bowled. According to your plan, fitness and training data must be uploaded into the system daily so the S&C
coach and Physiotherapist can monitor your performance and adjust fitness and training programs as required. Wellness, RPE, and Bowling loads are at the top of your daily workouts on Teambuildr.
MEDICAL WELL-BEING & REPORTING INJURIES
Players are responsible for immediately reporting to the Physiotherapist, the S&C coach, or the Head Coach, any injury sustained.
The team's Physiotherapist will inform the S&C coach and Head Coach if a player's injury/condition requires adjusting that player's training program, or if it will impact the player's match performance.
STAYING HYDRATED
Players must adhere to all hydration protocols, which help them adjust to the environmental factors in Argentina and facilitate readiness for competition. The Head Coach, Physiotherapist, and S&C coach are always available for further discussions and advice on match readiness.
INTEGRITY & ETHICS
Players and staff are required to familiarize themselves with the ICC's Integrity, Anti-doping, and Code of Ethics, found here: https://www.icccricket.com/about/integrity/anti-doping/code
All electronic devices, including smartwatches and phones, must be handed to the Team Manager by all players and staff upon arrival at a match venue.
ROOM ASSIGNMENTS & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Players must adhere to the room-sharing assignments listed and not leave the hotel without permission from the Team Manager. Every effort will be made to arrange social activities on non-match days or days off. However, training prioritizes excursions and other social activities.
Belgrano Athletic Club, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
RESOURCES
USA State Department Advisory: Visiting Argentina
USA State Department: Travel Resources
:
Embassy of the United States, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Address: Av. Colombia 4300
(C1425GMN) Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone: +(54)(11) 5777-4533
In Argentina Emergency After-Hours: +(54)(11) 5777-4354
U.S. Citizens In An Emergency Telephone: +1 202-501-4444 https://www.state.gov
QUESTIONS?
Please contact any USAC support staff member if you need assistance or if you are made to feel uncomfortable in any way by another individual. We are your support team, and we are here to help. If your question is specific and related to the Qualifiers, ask any staff member who will direct your question to the appropriate support staff member. You may e-mail your questions or concerns to any USAC staff member, who will redirect your question(s) accordingly.
SUPPORT STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION
Head Coach - Hilton Moreeng hilton.moreeng@usacricket.org +1 469 631-9648
Manager - John L. Aaron john.aaron@usacricket.org +1 917 861-9110
Assistant Coach & Analyst - Rohaan Gosala rohaan.gosala@usacricket.org +1 201 294-8079
Strength & Conditioning Coach - Asia Joseph asia.joseph@usacricket.org +1 305 874-8349
Physiotherapist - Alondra Castellanos castellanosalondra7@gmail.com +1 281 691-3609
