Matthew Mott, now coaching Seattle Orcas in Major League Cricket, shares his vision for growing cricket in the US. He emphasises building a team-first culture, nurturing local talent alongside international stars, and providing better infrastructure for player development. Mott believes MLC can inspire young Americans and create a sustainable cricket ecosystem, ultimately feeding into the national team.
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