Wicked Itch

Resuming his narrative, Barnes recalls that he finally picked up his old bat when he moved to Miami in 1976. Here he helped found the Islanders Cricket Club, by name the same team that is on the field, though none of the original players remain. Now living in Palm Beach County, he still travels south on the occasional Sunday to watch league play and renew old acquaintances. "It's something to do," he shrugs, although it's clear that, despite his disclaimer, it's a whole lot more.