Archery Guyana hosts thrilling 2024 National Indoor Youth Open, showcasing the next generation of archery talent
Feb 11, 2025
Kaieteur Sports–Archery Guyana proudly hosted the highly anticipated 2024 National Indoor Youth Open on February 8-9, 2025, at the National Gymnasium, bringing together the nation’s finest young archers for a weekend of precision, passion, and competitive spirit.
Archery Guyana President Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon presenting Gold Medal to Barebow U-18 Men Champion, Saifullah Gani.
This year’s event was a resounding success, with youth archers demonstrating remarkable skill and sportsmanship in a high-energy atmosphere. The competition was streamed live, allowing fans, coaches, and supporters to follow the action in real time. Archery Guyana also employed the globally recognised scoring software, ensuring accurate and instant updates that heightened the excitement for athletes and spectators alike.
AG Vice-President Umasankar Madray presenting Gold Medal to Barebow U-15 Men Champion, Brandon Cummings.
The competition featured intense matchups across various categories, with young athletes displaying exceptional talent and resilience. Judges Afzal Karim, Umasankar Madray, and Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon ensured the event maintained world-class officiating standards, while Director of Shooting, Ryan McKinnon, and the Results Management Team, led by Results Manager, Saeed Karim, ensured seamless operations throughout the tournament.
A Call to Aim Higher
At the closing ceremony, Director of Shooting, Ryan McKinnon, expressed appreciation to the parents, family members, and supporters who came out to cheer on the young archers.
Delivering the final address, Archery Guyana President, Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, commended the athletes for their dedication: “Young archers, over the weekend, you proved that the future of archery in Guyana is bright! Competing at a national level is no small feat, and you should be proud of yourselves.”
Participants and officials at the 2024 National Indoor Youth Open.
Mrs. Persaud-McKinnon proceeded to challenge the youth participants to not stop there and that with focus and commitment, they each have the potential to represent Guyana regionally and internationally. The journey to greatness starts now—so aim higher, train harder, and come back even better in the 2025 Youth Open year end.
Archery Guyana extends heartfelt appreciation to the individuals and organizations that made this event possible: Hon. Charles Ramson, Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sport, Mr. Steve Ninvalle, Director of Sport, National Sports Commission, Guyana Olympic Association – President Godfrey Munroe & Executive Committee Mr. Samuel Arjoon (Guyana Beverages Inc. – Oasis Water) and members of the media.
Medalists of the 2024 National Indoor Youth Open
Barebow Under-15 Men
Gold – Brandon Cummings
Silver – Daniel Cox
Bronze – Christopher Cooblall
Barebow Under-15 Women
Gold – Fatima Gani
Silver – Samiyyah La Cruez
Bronze – Summayyah Karim
Barebow Under-18 Men
Gold – Saifullah Gani
Silver – Samuel George
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