
Equity & Diversity Group
Vision statement
‘To have a zero-tolerance policy to racism and all types of discrimination in the game of cricket in the YCSPL, whilst being an example to other leagues and networks within the game. To drive diversity and equity within cricket, and to make cricket an equitable and diverse and accessible game for all.’
Purpose of the group
The purpose of the group is to:
• Provide representation to the YCSPL on issues, challenges and opportunities regarding equity and diversity
• Develop a complementary vision and strategy with the YCSPL for the development of equity and diversity across the whole of the league
• Be a recognised stakeholder group that the YCSPL League Executive Board can consult and collaborate with on strategy, action plans and resources
• Advocate and model good practice in equity and diversity to ensure that its fits within both the ECB and YCSPL aims and objectives
• Work in collaboration with the ECB, YCB and YCSPL to support the development and implementation of any national or regional initiatives
• Create more opportunities for all communities to engage with cricket, whether playing, supporting, or working in the game
• Endeavour to remove the barriers to involvement and participation in cricket for all players, coaches and volunteers
• Help build strong relationships between all cricket communities, ECB, Yorkshire Cricket, our clubs, and the cricket network in general
• To use cricket to make a positive difference to communities and help bring the game together as one
Group members

Milton Samuels
Group chairman and joint representative to the League Executive Board
Milton has been involved with Sheffield Caribbean CC for over 50 years as player, captain, scorer and club manager. He is widely respected in the cricket community, not only for his service to SCCC but for his dedication to junior coaching and BAME involvement. As the chair of the Equity & Diversity group, Milton’s vision is to promote a zero-tolerance policy towards racism and all discrimination in the YCSPL, whilst being an example to other leagues and networks within the game. He is committed to driving forward diversity and equality within cricket, and to make cricket an equitable and diverse game for all. Outside cricket, Milton worked in the probation service for 35 years before retirement, in his later years specialising in race, diversity and community engagement issues.

Afraz Khan
Joint Senior Section representative
Afraz Khan has been involved with cricket for over 25 years. For the past 12 years he has held the position of league secretary for Allama Iqbal Sunday Cricket, helping establish and develop South Asian Cricket. He has played in the midweek Alliance, Derbyshire and South Yorkshire leagues for various clubs. Afraz says, “I am currently in the process of gaining my Level 2 coaching qualification, so that I can help and develop the under 13’s and 11’s in Allama Iqbal. I want to give back as much as I can to younger players, so that they share my love and passion for our game.”

Jason Booth
Group administrator and joint representative to the Premier Section
Jason is the first team captain at Barnsley Woolley Miners CC. He has played senior club cricket for over 35 years after a brief spell at YCCC academy. He played second XI for Kent CCC and has had a great career with Yorkshire clubs including Barnsley, Elsecar, Methley, and Whitley Hall, and has now been back at Barnsley for the past 10 seasons. Jason says, “I am always keen on initiatives that will benefit local cricket and this is one of those! It is important that we provide club environments that welcome people and promote fairness and equality for all.” Jason is the Chief Operations Officer at the Grounds Management Association – a not-for-profit membership organisation that trains and educates grounds managers at all levels. Aside from cricket, Jason enjoys watching most sports, and has a small share in a racehorse.

Nelson Windle
Joint League Executive Board representative
Nelson Windle is third team captain at Whitley Hall CC. After spending 14 years at Sheffield Caribbean, he has been with Whitley Hall for the last seven. Nelson says that, “I want to make the game I love to be accessible to everyone no matter their race, religion, gender or culture.” Off the field, Nelson is an engineer for Sheffield-based B. Braun Medical, one of the world's leading providers and manufacturers of healthcare solutions. Nelson specialises in the repair and maintenance of surgical endoscopes and infusion pumps. His other sporting love is football, and he is a season ticket holder at Bramall Lane.