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And Aubrey was his name! Jun 25, 2024 Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Kaieteur News – You gotta feel sorry for Aubrey. Yuh know, in Guyana, we got a saying: “When it rains, it pors.” But for poor Aubrey, it ain’t just raining; it’s flooding like the Demerara River in a springtime deluge. This man can’t catch a break even if he was a fisherman on a calm sea. First thing, imagine yuhself in Aubrey shoes. The man gets knocked outta he own chair. Picture it: a meeting convenes, and nobody tell Aubrey. Next thing yuh know, he chair get a new occupant. Who does dat? Is like inviting a man to he own house and telling him he gotta sleep in the hammock while you stretch out pon he bed. As if dat wasn’t enough, dem boys seh some bright spark decide fuh throw shade right in Aubrey face. Now, I ain’t talking ‘bout the kinda shade yuh find under a mango tree on a hot Sunday afternoon. Dis here is de kinda shade dat make yuh wish yuh could disappear. Somebody decide fuh embarrass Aubrey in front of everybody. Public humiliation, dem boys call it. Is like showing up to a wedding in yuh Sunday best only to realize yuh the only one who ain’t get de memo ‘bout the dress code. But wait, it gets worse. As if the man ain’t suffer enough, de final straw come when he get abandon at de last minute by he right hand. De man left standing there like a solitary palm tree in the middle of the Savannah. So, dem boys wanna know: how Aubrey gon survive dis torrential downpour without an umbrella? De man drowning in problems, and it seem like every time he come up fuh air, another wave knock him back down. Aubrey need fuh tek a page outta Noah’s book and build heself an ark. Maybe he should start with finding a decent umbrella, but in truth, he need a whole lot more than dat. Dis man need a life raft, a paddle, and a plan. Maybe even some divine intervention. One ting’s fuh sure, Aubrey got de resilience of a coconut tree. Yuh can knock him down, but he gon get back up. Dem boys seh he better have a plan though, and fast. De rain ain’t showing no sign of stopping. Keep de faith, Aubrey! And if all else fails, tek a lesson from dem boys and learn to dance in de rain. Talk half. Leff half Related Similar Articles

LTI completes perfect record against UG to lift YBG Tertiary League title Jun 25, 2024 Sports Linden Technical Institute are YBG Tertiary Basketball League Season II champions. Kaieteur Sports – The Linden Technical Institute (LTI) capped off an undefeated season with a thrilling 9-point victory over the University of Guyana (UG) Trojans in the final of the Youth Basketball of Guyana (YBG) Tertiary League Season Two on Sunday at the National Gymnasium. Kimol Grimmond and Leron Joseph were the heroes for LTI, delivering standout performances to lift the YBG Season Two title. Despite Jushawn Bailey’s impressive 38-point game for UG, it was Grimmond’s spectacular double-double that stole the show. His precise shooting and court vision led to a dominant 17 points and 11 rebounds, earning him the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. Grimmond’s defensive prowess was also on full display as he snagged 6 steals, solidifying his MVP status. Kimol Grimmond of LTI receiving his MVP awards at the conclusion of the YBG Season II final. Joseph was pivotal in LTI’s triumph, contributing 12 points and 11 rebounds. Alongside them, Stephen George matched Grimmond’s 17 points, coupled with 5 rebounds in the quest for victory, while Neil Marks chipped in with 12 points and 5 rebounds, ensuring LTI’s 79-70 victory over UG. Following the intense finale, YBG’s Co-director Chris Bowman presided over a brief awards ceremony. Kimol Grimmond was honoured with the MVP award and a $30,000 cash prize for his outstanding performance throughout the tournament. LTI walked away with the championship purse of $125,000 and a trophy, while the runner-up UG Trojans’ was awarded $75,000 for their efforts. The tournament was made possible thanks to the support of Edward B. Beharry Limited and G-Boats Guyana. Related Similar Articles

Thomas’ brace help Paruima to second title, as Waramadong secures inaugural championship Jun 25, 2024 Sports Waramadong Girls crowned inaugural champions in Upper Mazaruni District U18 Football championship. Kaieteur Sports – The Upper Mazaruni Under-18 Football Tournament 2024 culminated with two thrilling finals on Sunday as Waramadong (Girls) and Paruima (Boys) emerging victorious to lift respective titles. In a historic showdown, Waramadong Girls triumphed over Jawalla Girls in a tense Mazaruni District Girls championship final. The match began with both teams displaying strong defences, leading to a 0-0 stalemate at halftime. Waramadong’s Ester Lival was superb in the final, breaking the deadlock with a brilliant solo effort in the 48th minute. The excitement grew to the roof as Edilsa Daniels scored a stunning goal from outside the 18-yard box in the 62nd minute, securing a 2-0 victory for the host village. This win crowned Waramadong Ladies as the Upper Mazaruni U-18 Football Tournament inaugural champions. On the other side of the pitch, Paruima retained the Boy’s title with a dominant performance, showcasing their prowess in a commanding 5-0 victory over Kamarang. Lot Granes set the tone for Paruima with a goal in the 14th minute. Kimron Thomas further solidified a 3-nil lead with an excellent brace, scoring in the 28th and 60th minutes. Darnis George and Miguel Gonsalves each added a goal, sealing the victory as they remain unbeaten in the tournament. Paruima’s impressive display not only earned them the championship but also highlighted their defensive strength, as they conceded no goals throughout the tournament. As the defending champions, Paruima cemented their legacy in the Hinterland region. Tournament coordinator, Neil Henrito (standing center) share photo-op with two-time champions Paruima Boys on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Kako Football teams (Boys and Girls) also had commendable performances, securing third place in both divisions. Rovina Morris and Haynes Ronald each scored twice, leading Kako to a 5-0 victory over Kamarang in the Girls’ divisional playoff while Kayleon Williams (24’) and Stephon Williams (34’) secured a 2-1 win against Waramadong, securing a well-deserved third place. The tournament concluded with a brief presentation ceremony. Miguel Gonsalves of Paruima and Ester Livan of Waramadong were awarded the tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) honours in their respective divisions. Best Goalkeeper awards went to Gordo Masters (Paruima) and Julianna Thomas (Waramadong). Kimron Thomas received the Most Goals accolade for his six goals, while Rovina Morris’ brace in the final brought her total to four goals, rightfully earning her the Most Goals award in the female division. Young talents Audwin Thomas (Kamarang) and Roslyn Henry (Jawalla) were recognized as the Best Youngsters in the tournament. The tournament was made possible through sponsorship from Busta Soft Drinks, Turbo Energy, and MVP Sports, with support from the Petra Organization. Related Similar Articles

Six Schools from outlying areas advance to quarter-finals alongside two Georgetown teams Jun 25, 2024 Sports Action in the latest matches of the Blue Water Shipping Under-15 Girls’ National Secondary School Football Championship. Blue Water Shipping Under-15 Girls’ National Secondary School Championship Kaieteur Sports – Six schools from various outlying areas and two from Georgetown have progressed to the quarter-finals of the Blue Water Shipping Under15 Girls’ National Secondary School Championship after a rigorous Round of 16 held on Saturday and Sunday. The June 22 and 23 matches at the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) National Training Centre on East Bank Demerara saw unforgettable moments from Guyana’s up-and-coming football prospects from nine regions. The teams from the preliminary round were divided into four groups, with the top two advancing to the June 29 quarter-final of Guyana’s largest girls’ tournament. In Group A, Waramuri Primary claimed the top spot with nine points, followed by Bush Lot in second with six points. Charity Secondary finished third with three points, while Christianburg/Wismar Secondary exited the tournament in fourth position. Group B saw Santa Rosa Secondary lead with nine points, while Tucville Secondary secured second place with four points, edging out Ann’s Grove Secondary on goal difference. New Amsterdam Secondary secured fourth place. Group C was dominated by St Ignatius Secondary, who won all three matches and accumulated nine points. Queen’s College secured second place with six points, followed by Westminster Secondary with three points and Woodley Park Secondary at the bottom of the group. In Group D, Bartica Secondary and President’s College both advanced with seven points each. McKenzie High School claimed third place with three points, while New Campbellville Secondary finished fourth. These results set the stage for an exciting quarter-final round in the competition. GFF President Wayne Forde congratulated the eight teams advancing to the third round and lauded all the student athletes for their competitive spirit. “We have witnessed some incredible football this weekend. Every athlete represented their school well. Congratulations to the top eight teams. I anticipate an even more intense next round, given the dedication and hard work these young girls have displayed throughout the tournament.” The Ministry of Education-backed tournament began nationwide on May 4, featuring over a thousand student athletes and heralding the commencement of the competitive phase of the FIFA Football For School Programme (F4S), aimed at imparting life skills through football. While Region Eight is not participating this year, plans are in motion to include them in the next edition of the tournament. Operations Coordinator Lavern Fraser said students from all teams played “with determination to secure the top two spots in each group.” “We’ve witnessed two days of exceptional football from our budding stars.” President of the Women’s Football Association (WFA), Andrea Johnson, also praised “all the teachers and coaches for their commitment over the weekend to ensure these future national players have the opportunity to compete on a national stage.” The inaugural champion of the GFF-Blue Water Shipping Under-15 Girls’ National Secondary School Championship will be crowned on June 30. Related Similar Articles

Fitzgerald, Madhoo establish strong performances ahead of BetVictor World Cup  Jun 25, 2024 Sports Owner of Nial’s Sports Bar, Nial Ramdial presenting Sudesh Fitzgerald with his first place prize. Kaieteur Sports – Preparations are progressing smoothly for Foreign Link Darts Club players Norman Madhoo and Sudesh Fitzgerald as they gear up for the 2024 BetVictor World Cup in Frankfurt, Germany, from June 27-30. Both players showcased solid performances in separate tournaments over the weekend, bolstering their confidence ahead of the international tournament. Foreign Link Darts Club player, Norman Madhoo in Florida. Norman Madhoo competed in Florida’s Cherry Bomb International Open Classic, an annual darts tournament that attracts players from the Caribbean, USA, Canada, and Europe. Madhoo impressed with a 75.92 average, securing the third-highest average in the Men’s 501 Singles event out of 123 participants. Despite his strong performance, Madhoo was eliminated in the quarter-finals. The tournament was ultimately won by Alex Spellman, who posted a remarkable 93.71 game average, while Leonard Gates finished as runner-up with an 86.80 average. Meanwhile, Sudesh Fitzgerald dominated at the Nial’s Sports Bar Doubles and Open Singles Darts tournament on local shores. The event, which kicked off on Friday, saw Fitzgerald teaming up with Foreign Link teammate Nishan Mohamed to clinch first place in the Doubles event. Fitzgerald continued his winning streak in the Singles event, securing a perfect 3-0 victory against Christopher Lochan, who took second place, and Suresh Rambharose, who finished third. The strong performances by both Madhoo and Fitzgerald are a promising sign as they prepare to represent Guyana at the BetVictor World Cup of Darts in Germany. The duo is set to travel to Frankfurt later this week. With their eyes on the prize, Madhoo and Fitzgerald are poised to make a significant impact on the world stage, representing the Golden Arrowhead with pride. Related Similar Articles

Pegasus beat Enterprise in ORSCA/Imran Ali Real Estate test Jun 25, 2024 Sports Kaieteur Sports – Pegasus beat Enterprise by 39 runs to book a place in the 2024 Ontario Round-Arm Softball Cricket Association (ORSCA)/Imran Ali-sponsored test quarter-final match on Saturday. Kandasammy Surujnarine Scores in the match: Pegasus 143-5 (12) & 148-5 (12); Enterprise 103-8 (12) & 150-8 (12). Kandasammy Surujnarine struck a half-century (55) for the winning combination, while Amar Kisseur hit 61 for Enterprise in the final innings having set 190 for victory from a maximum 12-overs. Adrian Sukhwa clobbered six sixes in an unbeaten 37 for Pegasus in their second innings with Surujnarine getting 21. Surujnarine was supported by Keyron Frazer who made a flashy 47 which was embellished with 7 effortless sixes. The semifinals are slated for July. Pegasus’ opponent will be known in a subsequent post. Related Similar Articles

Pompey shifts focus to 2025 AP Invitational Jun 25, 2024 Sports Leslain Baird’s 73.79 metres is the new Meet Record for the AP Invitational. (Athlete Edge photo) – hails 2024 championship a success By Rawle Toney Kaieteur Sports – After the successful return of her acclaimed Invitational Track and Field Championship for the first time since 2019, Aliann Pompey is already looking ahead to next year’s event. Nearly 100 athletes from around the world converged at the National Track and Field Centre in Edinburgh, West Demerara, seeking glory, bragging rights, and, above all, direct qualification to the Paris Olympics. However, unlike the inaugural championship in 2016, where 11 athletes, all from overseas, attained their qualifying standards for the Rio Olympics, no one achieved the mark for their respective events this year. However, the competition was fierce, despite early showers that threatened to dampen the performances on the track. “I think the meet went well overall. Still a lot of potential for improvement,” Pompey told Kaieteur News yesterday. She added, “We had some great results with Leslain Baird breaking the meet record and Tianna Springer’s time propelling her into the top 10 in the world…some of the Athletes ran their season’s best.” Tianna Springer clocked 52.91 seconds to finish behind Aliyah Abrams (52.00s) and Kenisha Phillips (52.86s) in the women’s 400 metres event. The 16-year-old’s time at the AP Invitational ranks as the seventh-fastest U18 time in the world. This adds to her 52.31 seconds from the U20 Women’s 400m at the CARIFTA Games, which is currently the second-fastest U18 time globally.Leslain Baird took home the men’s javelin title, throwing a distance of 73.79 metres to set a new Meet Record. Trinidad and Tobago’s Anthony Diaz finished second with 68.52 metres, and Guyana’s Gabriel Lim was third with a throw of 64.22 metres. “Overall it was positive. The perfectionist I am, we’re already debriefing and trying to figure out how we can make next year even bigger and better,” Pompey said. According to the 2002 Commonwealth Games 400m champion, the AP Invitational will “need some local logistical help leading up to the competition, a results screen so that the spectators are more engaged as the races are happening to mention just two.” The Men’s Long Jump, which had a star-studded line up, saw Emanuel Archibald taking the title with a leap of 7.67 meters. Archibald defeated the 2022 Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist, LaQuan Nairn of the Bahamas (7.58 metres), and Australia’s Henry Frayne (7.50 metres), the 2018 Commonwealth Games and 2011 World Indoor Championships silver medallist. At the 2022 Commonwealth Games, Archibald’s jump of 7.54 meters placed him 11th in the men’s long jump. Aliann Pompey (right) and Minister Charles Ramson declaring this year’s AP Invitational open. Ghana’s Joseph Amoah, who was also the 2019 AP Invitational 100m champion, successfully defended his title, crossing the finish line in 10.35 seconds. However, Amoah’s hopes for a sprint double were dashed by St. Kitts and Nevis’ Nadale Buntin, who won the 200m in 20.86 seconds. The 2022 Commonwealth Games 200m bronze medallist finished second, just behind Buntin with 20.86 seconds. It was a photo-finish in the Women’s 100m event, but when the dust settled, Michelle Lee-Ahye from Trinidad and Tobago claimed victory with a time of 11.49s, narrowly beating out Guyana’s Jasmine Abrams (11.53s). However, in the 200m, Ahye (24.16) had to settle for second-place, after being edged by Deshana Skeete, after the University of Kansas athlete clocked her second-fastest time ever in the event, finishing in 23.64 seconds. The Dominican Republic’s Lidio Feliz ran a season’s best of 46.02 seconds to win the men’s 400m, ahead of Even Mafilas (46.39) of the USA and Nefer Santana (46.51) from the Dominican Republic. Related Similar Articles