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Bajans hand Guyana first loss by 9 wickets Jul 29, 2024 Sports Mavendra Dindyal 2024 CWI Men’s Rising Stars U19 50-Over Championship… Kaieteur Sports – Barbados broke the undefeated streak of Guyana yesterday, handing the table leaders a 9 wicket loss after a brilliant all-round performance at Arnos Vale Playing Field. In a low-scoring affair, batting first, Guyana were shot down for a tournament low 58 all out in 33.4 overs, thanks to sublime bowling from the Bajan trio of Kyron King (3-7), Zishan Motara (3-16) and Nathan Sealey (3-6)). Opener, Rampertab Ramnauth, top scored with 15 with Mavendra Dindyal 11 being the only other double figure score for Guyana. Barbados made light work of the chase, romping to 61-1 in just 7.5 overs. After losing opener Kyle Jordan (8) to lone Guyanese wicket-taker Johnathan Van Lange (1-26), Zion Brathwaite (28*) and Joshua Morris (23*) beat off the remaining runs with relative ease. Guyana will look to rebound on Tuesday versus Windward Islands. Related Similar Articles

Guyana finishes second at OECS Boxing Championships in St. Lucia Jul 29, 2024 Sports Abiola Jackman Kaieteur Sports – Guyana’s nine-member team of boxers that attended the recently concluded St. Lucia Boxing Association (SLBA) Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Boxing Championships at the Vigie Sports Complex in Castries did well to finish second in the Invitational Category. A tally of 14 points, decorated with four gold medals and two silver medals was enough for Guyana to claimed second place ahead of Barbados (13 points), who finished with 2 gold medals and equal amount of silver medals and a bronze medal. Topping the category in the two-day tournament was Trinidad and Tobago with a massive 33 points. They acquired 10 gold medals and two silver medals in an impressive performance. Additionally, Guyana’s Ryan Rogers was adjudged the Best Junior Boxer while his female teammate, Abiola Jackman was named Best Female Boxer. The other specials awards were: Best Schoolboy – Shawn Ramnath (Trinidad & Tobago), Best Youth Boxer – John Didier (St. Lucia), Best Male Boxer, Micheal Fidole (Martinique) and Best dressed Team – St. Lucia. In the main championships, St. Lucia won with a whopping 50 points (10 Gold Medals, 10 Silver Medals), Grenada was second with 18 points (9 Silver Medals) and Martinique finished third with 14 points (2 Gold Medals, 2 Silver Medals, 1 Bronze Medal). The 2024 OECS Invitational Boxing Championships, staged on July 26 and 27, was held in accordance with International standards, under the IBA approved regulations. Related Similar Articles

Commissioner of Police gives support to Kares One Guyana T10 Jul 29, 2024 Sports Commissioner of Police (ag) Clifton Hicken (left) and Romario Samaroo of FL Sport Kaieteur Sports – Commissioner of Police (ag) Clifton Hicken has committed to participating yet again in the second season of the Kares One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast and ensuring the venues are safe spaces for families. The second installment of the pulsating tournament bowls off on August 3 at the Police Sports Club, Lusignan Community Centre Ground, and Queen’s College Ground, where the best 32 Tapeball teams in Guyana will be on show in a straight knock-out contest. In 2023, the Commission held the gloves behind the stumps during the Cricket for Charity Match, which President Dr. Irfaan Ali led at the National Stadium. That match returns on August 25, along with the finals of the main draw at the Stadium. In a Sunday press release, the organisers expressed immense gratitude for the support of the Commissioner and, by extension, the Guyana Police Force. “Based on feedback, we had no security issues on the field or play. We certainly aim to replicate such again, and the support of the Guyana Police Force and private security firms is critical in that endeavor. There is no entrance fee attached to these venues, so we always encourage people to come out with their families and enjoy the festivities of this community sport,” FL Sport expressed. Other match days will be the Round of 16 on August 4 at the Police Sports Club and Lusignan, while the quarter-finals return to the Enmore Community Centre Ground on August 11. Matches on August 3: MS-13 All-Stars v Team Corruption – QC Pitch 1 at 09:30h; Upsetters v GPL Inc – QC Pitch three at 09:30h; Montra Jaguars v Falcons XI – PSC at 09:30h; Street Ballerz v Village Rams – Lusignan at 09:30h; EC Express v Mahdia – Lusignan at 11:30h; Soesdyke XI v Airport XI – QC pitch one at 11:30h; Renegades Cricket Club v Tarmac Titans – PSC at 11:30h; Eccles All-Stars v Eastsyde – QC pitch three at 11:30h; Titans All-Stars v Stripling Warriors – PSC at 13:30h; PREMIER Insurance v Min. Housing – QC pitch one at 13:30h; Moruca Super Giants v Lil Rams – QC pitch three at 13:30h; The Guards v Mahaica Super Strikers – 13:30h at Lusignan; Green Scorpions v Avinash All-Stars – QC pitch one at 15:30h; Brooklyn Youth Strikers v Cotton Tree Die Hard – PSC at 15:30h; Diamond Gunners v TG Titans – Lusignan at 15:30h; The United Crew v Bartica Bulls – QC pitch three at 15:30h. The competition promises to be fierce, and a larger prize pool will entice the 32 participating teams. The champions will receive G$1.5 million, while the runners-up will receive G$500,000. Players will vie for the titles of Most Runs, Most Wickets, and Player of the Final. Each winner will receive a Smart TV and a $75,000 cash prize, all compliments of Regal Stationery. Assuria Insurance is not holding back either, offering a motorbike and $85,000 to the Most Valuable Player. The Kares One Guyana T10 Blast enjoys the support of Kares Engineering, Banks DIH Limited, Star Rentals, Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Montra Restaurant and Lounge, SuperBet, Demerara Mutual, ETS, Metro Office and Computer Supplies, Jacobs’ Jewellery, First Change Builders Inc, KFC Guyana, Building Expo 2024, Giftland OfficeMax, Sankar’s Auto Works, ENet, Avinash Contracting and Scrap Metal Inc., Trophy Stall, ANSA McAL Distribution, Ministry of Human Services and Social Security,  RS53 RestoBar and Lounge, General Marine, Samaroo Investments, and Coel’s Boutique. Related Similar Articles

Giftland Officemax pledges $100,000 to support 592TIP Ball Competition Jul 29, 2024 Sports Giftland Officemax’s Pawankumar Kumkaran presents the company’s sponsorship to Marina Thomas of the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit, Ministry of Human Services and Social Security. Kaieteur Sports – Giftland Officemax, a prominent supporter of community and social causes, has thrown its support by making a generous contribution of $100,000 to the 592TIP Ball Competition, organized by the Ministerial Task Force on Trafficking in Persons. This donation underscores Giftland’s commitment to supporting significant initiatives aimed at raising awareness and combating human trafficking. Notably, the competition will be played with high quality balls sold exclusively by the retail giants. The 592TIP Ball Competition is set to be a dynamic showcase of talent and teamwork, featuring at least 18 teams across three competitive categories in an exciting five-a-side format. The action kicks off on July 28, 2024, at the Police Sports Ground, Eve Leary, starting from 13:00 hours. In each 10-minute match, two games will be played simultaneously, ensuring an exhilarating experience for both players and spectators. The competition will not only offer thrilling football matches but also provide a platform to raise awareness about human trafficking. As part of the Ministerial Task Force’s month-long activities in recognition of World Trafficking in Persons Month, the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit will be present with a booth to educate and sensitize the public on this crucial issue. Among the teams competing for the coveted titles and significant prizes are Sophia Unstoppable, Plum Park Warriors, Sparta Boss, Progressive Warriors, E Field Dynamic Ballers, Tucville Terrace, Back Circle B, Sophia B, CPCE Eagles, Festival City, A Field Warriors, Street Vibe, Herstelling Raiders, North Ruimveldt, Policing, Canal #1, Bosco Boys, FrutaConquerors and Show Stoppers. The competition will culminate with the top team in each category taking home $100,000, while the runners-up will receive $60,000. This straight knockout format promises high-stakes excitement and fierce competition. Tanisha Williams-Corbin, Coordinator of the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Unit, expressed her gratitude for Giftland’s support: “We are deeply thankful to Giftland for their generous contribution to the 592TIP Ball Competition. Their support not only enriches the competition but also amplifies our efforts to raise awareness about human trafficking. This partnership is a testament to the power of community engagement in the fight against this global issue.” Giftland’s sponsorship highlights its dedication to not only fostering community engagement through sports but also supporting vital causes that impact society. The 592TIP Ball Competition represents a unique intersection of athleticism and advocacy, offering a powerful platform to address and combat human trafficking. Related Similar Articles

Kaieteur News – Guyana is a nation rich in natural resources, from its bountiful land and mineral resources to its vast offshore oil reserves. Which other country in the Caribbean has so much agricultural land along with gold, bauxite, timber, diamonds, oil and natural gas? However, the stark reality is that while the country is […] The post From land to sea, Guyana’s wealth is being given away for free appeared first on Kaieteur News.

Kaieteur News – The Centre for International and Border Studies (CIBS), a recently- established organization comprising of a group of academics, professionals and practitioners from Guyana, the Caribbean, Latin America, the United States, Asia and Africa, has organised a seminar on the theme “Borders, Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity in the Caribbean and Beyond.” The hybrid […] The post Seminar on borders, sovereignty billed for tomorrow appeared first on Kaieteur News.

Hard Truths by GHK Lall Kaieteur News – Really, Mr. Hughes? Look at all this trouble that he has caused with his announcement. Nigel Hughes decided to dip his toe into politics, and Bharrat Jagdeo fell on his head with his hysterics. Had Hughes stayed in his profession, Jagdeo would have stayed on the same […] The post Is Nigel Hughes responsible for the new Jagdeo? appeared first on Kaieteur News.