From the Memorial University Gazette:-
Although cricket was important in the life and culture of Newfoundland for close to 100 years, it is now nearly forgotten, says Dave Liverman, president and a founding member of Cricket N.L.

“When settlers came here they brought their sports with them, and keeping the memory of these traditional sports alive helps us remember where Newfoundland culture originated and developed from,” Mr. Liverman said.

“The current renaissance of cricket has the same origins. The changing culture of the St. John’s area reflects significant immigration from countries where cricket is the main sport, and these new Canadians have brought their sport and culture with them, just as the original settlers did 200 years ago.”
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