Kaieteur News article.

Georgetown, Guyana - New Market, Crabwood Creek and host Massiah were among the winning teams when the Ministry of Education (MoE) / National Sports Commission (NSC) and Al Sports & Tour Promotions held a One-day Windball Cricket Competition for Primary Schools yesterday, at the Massiah Primary School ground, No.71 Village, Corentyne.

Playing in the Boys Division, New Market defeated No. 48 by eight wickets.

Taking first strike after losing the toss, No. 48 compiled 43-4 off the allotted 5 overs with Simon Kendall hitting a top-score of 16.

Chasing 44 for victory, New Market reached the required target for the loss of 2 wickets with Steve Holder slamming 22.

Crabwood Creek then beat Leeds by eight wickets.

Batting first, Leeds closed on 39 without loss with Vishaul Singh contributing 19.

In their turn at the crease, Crabwood Creek made 40-2. Trevon Sukhu topscored with 10.

Home side Massiah then eased to a comfortable nine wickets win over Skeldon.

Skeldon made 44-4 batting first with Alex Persaud 16, Zakeel Flatts 13 and Riaz Khan 11, being the principal scorers.

Massiah replied with 45-1 with Vettorie Latchman and Seiraj Chatterpaul hitting 17 apiece.

In the Girls Division, Massiah and New Market reigned supreme.

Massiah beat Crabwood Creek by four runs in the opening fixture.

They made 37-1 batting first with Ravena Laljit hitting a quickfire 16 and Rawina Bhagwandin adding 10.

Crabwood Creek were then restricted to 33-3 when the overs expired. Laljit returned to snare two wickets for 4 runs.

No. 48 went down to New Market by eight wickets.

No. 48 made 48-2 with Hevin Singh stroking 11.

New Market replied with 49-2. Alice Fraser hit a top-score of 15.

In the final game of the day, Massiah beat Skeldon by ten wickets.

Skeldon made 21-3 and Massiah reached 25-0.

The event was organized by Sports Officer attached to the NSC Allister Munroe, while Seon Erskine acted on behalf of Director of Sport Christopher Jones.

Both gave brief remarks and promised future competitions in Berbice.

All the participating schools received trophies.

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Kaieteur News article.

Georgetown, Guyana - The Upper Corentyne 4R 20/20 quarter finals was all action Sunday last with Skeldon, No. 69 Vikings, No. 70 ‘A’ and No. 64 Fighting Marines advancing to the semi finals of the competition.

At Skeldon ground, Skeldon defeated No. 48 Challengers by 9 wickets. Batting first, No. 48 scored 152 for 9 off 20 overs with M. Shaw 25, T. Persaud 23 and D. Baldeo 22 being the top scorers. Bowling for Skeldon Sherwin Murray took 2 for 16 off 4 overs, Junior Blair 2 for 28 off 4 overs and Parmanand Narine 1 for 16 off 4 overs.  In reply Skeldon raced to 156 for 1 off 15 overs with former Berbice under 17 batsman Christopher Jaundoo smashing a brilliant 102 not out (15×4, 2×6) and was well supported by Charles France 27 not out.

At No. 73 ground, No. 70 ‘A’ pulled a massive upset when they defeated Corriverton by 27 runs. Batting first  No. 70 ‘A’ scored 167 for 8 off 20 overs with Rayan Yacoob hitting 54 (6×4, 2×6) and was well supported by Tameshwar Ramoutar 47 (4×4, 3×6).  Bowling for Corriverton, Clavern Beresford took 4 for 17 off 4 overs, Faoud Bacchus 2 for 11 off 3 overs and Amzan Appalsammy 2 for 26 off 3 overs.  In reply, Corriverton were restricted for 140 for 7 off 20 overs with Amzan Appalsammy 43, Imran Jabbar 21 and Jermaine Reid 19 being the top scorers. Bowling for No. 70 ‘A’ UCCA 1st Division team, captain Omesh Khemraj took 2 for 15 off 4 overs and was supported by Omesh Kumar 2 for 18 off 4 overs and Naresh Prashad 2 for 15 off 2 overs.

At Yakusuri ground, No. 64 Fighting Marines defeated Yakusari Caribs by 39 runs. Batting first No. 64 Fighting Marines scored 153 for 8 off 20 overs with Steven Embrack 53 (1×4, 7×6), Ramzan Subhan 25 not out and Kumar Chand 18 being the top scorers. Bowling for Yakusari Caribs A. Mohamed took 3 for 16 off 4 overs and was supported by N. Iyana 2 for 40 off 4 overs. In reply Yakusari Caribs were restricted to 114 for 7 off 20 overs with Rajendra Bownauth 22 not out and S. Amen 29 showing any aggression with the bat. Bowling for No. 64 Fighting Marines, Vadanand Sugrim showing a lot of improvement with the ball took 4 for 23 off 4 overs and was supported by Devindra Balram 1 for 9 off 4 overs and Jason Itwaru 1 for 10 off 2 overs.

And at the No. 69 ground, No. 69 Vikings defeated No. 73 Young Warriors by 7 wickets. Batting first No. 73 Young Warriors were bowled out for 76 off 15 overs.  Bowling for No. 69 Vikings former Guyana under 19 player Viendra Gooniah took 4 for 18 off 4 overs, Latchman Roopchand 4 for 16 off 4 overs , Totaram Persaud 1 for 14 off 4 overs and Deon Bramdit 1 for 8 off 3 overs. In reply No. 69 Vikings raced to 77 for 3 off 11 overs with Viendra Gooniah returing with the bat with 26 and Latchman Roopchand 20.

The Semi finals are set for Sunday October 25, 2015 at the No. 69 Vikings ground. In semi final #1 No. 64 Fighting Marines will take on No. 70 ‘A’ at 9:30am and in semi # 2 Skeldon will come up against No. 69 Vikings, whilst during the interval between the 2 games there will be a 5/5 contest with Crabwood Creek Selected XI vs. No. 72 Selected XI.  It is set to be an action pack day of cricket and the Upper Corentyne Cricket Association will be using this event as a fund raiser to assist the UCCA first division team. There will be a well stocked bar and music to entertain. Admission $200, children under 12 yrs free.

This Competition is sponsored by Mr. Ricky Deonarine of 4R Bearings of Georgetown. The competition featured 20 teams playing in four zones in a home and away fixture with the top two teams advancing. The final is set for the Crabwood Creek Sports Complex under lights with other exciting match in the making. The UCCA takes this opportunity to thank Mr. Ricky Deonarine for this sponsorship and hopes he continue the good work in cricket development in Guyana.

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WICB Media Release.

GROS-ISLET, St. Lucia –The West Indies Cricket Board announced today that all-rounder Shemaine Campbell has been added to West Indies Women’s squad for the remainder of the One-day International Home Series against Pakistan Women here.

The Windies Women will now have a 14-member squad for the last three matches of the series which have ICC Women’s Championship points on offer.

Vice-captain and medium-fast bowler Shakera Selman missed the opener of the four-match series with a foot injury and is being treated by the medical staff.

The 25-year-old Campbelle, a stylish right-handed batsman and part-time off-spinner, made her international debut six years ago and has played 61 ODIs.

Merissa Aguilliera hit her fifth ODI half-century, but Javeria Khan topped it with her seventh to lead the Pakistani Women to a six-wicket victory over the Windies Women in the opening day/night contest on Friday at the Beausejour Cricket Ground.

Aguilleira led a recovery with an unbeaten 67 from 83 balls that included five boundaries, propelling the home team to a respectable 222 for nine from their allocation of 50 overs, after they were sent in to bat on a hard, true pitch.

Inconsistent bowling from the West Indies Women and purposeful application from the visitors’ batting, led by Javeria, whose 90 from 123 balls included eight boundaries, allowed the visitors to reach their target with 11 balls remaining.

The Windies Women trail 0-1 in the four-match series, but will be looking to bounce back in the second ODI on Sunday at the same venue.

SQUAD

Stafanie Taylor (Captain)

Shakera Selman (Vice-Captain)

Merissa Aguilleira

Shemaine Campbelle

Shamilia Connell

Britney Cooper

Deandra Dottin

Afy Fletcher

Stacy-Ann King

Kycia Knight

Kyshona Knight

Hayley Matthews

Anisa Mohammed

Tremayne Smartt

RESULTS OF MATCHES

October

Fri 16 1st One-day International – Pakistan Women won by 6 wickets – Beausejour Cricket Ground

REMAINING MATCHES

October

Sun 18 *2nd One-day International – Beausejour Cricket Ground (Start: 2 pm)

Mon 19 Reserve Day

Wed 21 *3rd One-day International – Beausejour Cricket Ground (Start: 2 pm)

Thu 22 Reserve Day

Sat 24 *4th One-day International – Beausejour Cricket Ground (Start: 2 pm)

Sun 25 Reserve Day

Thu 29 1st Twenty20 International – National Cricket Stadium, Grenada (Start: 1 pm)

Sat 31 2nd Twenty20 International – National Cricket Stadium (Start: 1 pm)

November

Sun 1 3rd Twenty20 International – National Cricket Stadium (Start: 1 pm)

* denotes ICC Women’s Championship match

ONLINE COVERAGE

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2. Match reports and other series details will be available here, www.windiescricket.com

3. Selected images from matches will be available here, https://www.flickr.com/photos/windiescricket/

4. Follow “live” text updates on Twitter here, www.twitter.com/windieswomen

5. Follow “live” text updates on Facebook here, www.facebook.com/windiescricket

6. Audio files of media opportunities will be available for download here, https://soundcloud.com/windiescricket

7. Video files of media opportunities are available for download here, ftp://windiescricket.com

8. View video of media opportunities here, http://www.youtube.com/user/WestIndiesCricketTV

WICB Media Release.

Guyana Chronicle article.

Georgetown, Guyana - Demerara Cricket Club (DCC) defeated the Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) by 26 runs to reclaim the Carib Beer T20 first division title at the DCC ground, yesterday.

Shurfane Rutherford was adjudged the man-of-the-match for his entertaining performance with the bat and ball.

He blasted a quick fire 37 from 20 balls which included three fours and as many sixes in the DCC total of 170 all out, from their allotted overs.

Kevin Boodie (40) top scored for the home team opening the batting with Brian Sattaur (10). Sattuar departed with the score on 19 then Jamal Hinckson (01) followed six runs after. The skipper Christopher Barnwell (10) did not stick around for long either which brought Rutherford to the middle with Boodie.

The two National Under-19 batsmen put on a 66-run partnership that spiked the run rate and made way for another little cameo.

However, GCC claimed three wickets in the space of three runs as Rutherford was the first to go on 109. Boodie followed with the score on 110 while Jahron Byron (01) was dismissed on 119.

The wicketkeeper Kemol Savory spanked 34 from 13 balls with three boundaries and three maximums down the order to shift the weight of the match even as wickets continued to fall. Dennis Squires pitched in with 10 while Paul Wintz made 7.

Ronsford Beaton led the bowling for GCC with 3 – 38 while Leon Johnson bagged 2 – 29. Raj Nanan and Devon Lord supported with one wicket each.

GCC struggled in reply after a poor start. Openers Jeetendra Sookedeo (08) and Vishaul Singh (04) along with Johnson (05) were all removed cheaply before Raymond Reifer and Robin Bacchus tried to stage a recovery.

Reifer rounded up 38 from 36 balls while Bacchus was stopped on 20 facing his 19th delivery. Ronaldo Ali Mohammed was removed without scoring while Nanan turned in 17 from nine balls. Reifer fell and took the score to 110 – 7. Not long after the asking rate became more than GCC could offer.

Elon Fernandes battled for his 21 late in the order while Anthony Adams (05) and Devon Lord (01) were unbeaten when the overs expired with GCC on 141 – 8.

Under-15 National Ashmead Nedd, Rutherford and Squires shared two wickets a piece while Barnwell had one.

First Published In The Guyana Chronicle.

Guyana Times article.

Georgetown, Guyana - One of Guyana’s leading jewellers, Steve’s Jewellery, has renewed its commitment to the country’s premier softball competition, the Guyana Softball Cup, by once again providing the much sought-after Most Valuable Player prize.

Two beautiful gold and diamond bracelets, which have become quite iconic of the Guyana Softball Cup, will once again be at stake in the fifth edition of the tournament, owing to the generosity of the Church Street-based jewellery establishment.

The MVP of both the Open and Masters categories will have their wrist adorned with the intricately crafted pieces, which were presented to officials of the competition’s organising body, the Guyana Floodlight Softball Cricket Association (GFSCA), by proprietor of Steve’s Jewellery, Steve Naraine, on Saturday.

According to Naraine, the two bracelets have been created using Guyana’s finest minerals, and the lucky players can be assured of being in possession of a quality piece of jewellery.

A former president of the GFSCA, Naraine said his company will continue to support the Guyana Softball Cup, which will be held from October 30 to November 1 this year, featuring top local and foreign teams.

He wished the players well in their endeavours to cop the coveted MVP award, while he also expressed confidence that the tournament will be another huge success.

GFSCA executive member Dharam Persaud said the association is extremely grateful for the contribution from Steve’s Jewellery, noting that such a prestigious MVP prize can only serve to inspire the players to perform to their full potential.

Persaud noted that the Naraine has always been a staunch supporter of softball cricket, and the Guyana Softball Cup in particular, ever since its inception in 2011.

The GFSCA official also used the opportunity to encourage members of the public to witness the games, adding that there will be lots of giveaways for spectators on the day of the finals, November 1, at the Demerara Cricket Club (DCC) ground, Queenstown.

Meanwhile, Vice-president of the GFSCA, Ricky Deonarain, in giving an update on preparations on Saturday, pointed out that all systems are falling into place, and another successful competition is in the making.

He revealed that a total of 24 teams will compete in the two categories, including top teams from North America, who are expected to arrive in Guyana shortly.

The Guyana Softball Cup commenced in 2011 and instantly became a hit with players and fans alike, attracting massive crowds and also putting some hard earned cash in the pockets of those who entertain with bat and ball on the field.

This year promises to be even better, as the GFSCA is aiming to surpass the achievements of the previous four years in terms of spectators’ involvement and the handsome rewards at stake for the players.

The champion team in the Men’s Open is guaranteed a whopping $800,000 first prize and a huge trophy, while the losing finalist will have to settle for $200,000 and a trophy. In the Masters’ division, the winning team will pocket $600,000 with the runner-up assured of $150,000. The Man-of-the-Match in both finals will receive a trophy.

On the day of the final, apart from three return tickets to Barbados, compliments of Survival Travel Agency, there will be lots of hampers and giveaways for spectators.

Wolf’s Warriors and Floodlights are the defending champions of the Open and Masters categories, while the previous champions were Trophy Stall (Open) and New York Better Hope (Masters) in 2013, NYSCL New York (Open) and Savage Masters in 2012 and Cotton Field Wild Oats (Open) and Regal Seniors (Masters) in 2011.

First Published In The Guyana Times.

Guyana Times article.

Georgetown, Guyana - With the aim of highlighting the rich talent in the Ancient County of Berbice and the promotion of sport as an avenue for youths to be meaningfully engaged, the Guyana Beverage Company (GBC) on Friday launched the Busta Champion of Champions cricket competition at the company’s head office at Diamond, East Bank Demerara.

The tournament is organised by the Rose Hall Town Youth and Sports Club (RHTY&SC), and sponsored by the beverage company under its Busta soft drink brand.

The event, in its 12th year, is regarded by many as one of the more popular cricket events in Guyana.

At the launch, RHTY&SC CEO/Secretary, Hilbert Foster, commended the beverage company for continuing its dedication to the sport. He added that the event this year marks a special relationship between the club and the GBC.

“The RHTY&SC, since its formation in September of 1990, has been blessed to be surrounded by a dedicated group of sponsors who stood by our side in and out of season, with one of them being the Guyana Beverage Company, under the dynamic leadership of Robert Selman,” Foster said.

He added, “Busta’s sponsorship clearly reflects the confidence that the company has in the organising skills of the club and it also shows the remarkable bond between two outstanding organisations.”

Representing the GBC, Managing Director, Robert Selman, said that the company was pleased to sponsor an event controlled by a committee that displays good organisational standards.

Selman informed the media that his company has confidence in the administration of the RHTY&SC, hence the continued partnership.

“This club is a model that people should look at and see how they organise their programmes and conduct themselves and if they take one page from this club they can improve the way they operate,” Selman opined.

The Managing Director said the sponsorship is part of giving back to the people of Guyana.

The tournament, as is customary, will involve eight teams. However, seven teams, namely West Berbice, Police, Blairmont Community Centre, Tucber Park, Rose Hall Town Gizmos and Gadgets, Young Warriors and Upper Corentyne, have confirmed their participation. Matches will be played on a knockout basis.

The tournament will bowl off on November 14, and the winner will receive $100,000, while $50,000 will be given to the runner-up. Several individual incentives will also be up for grabs.

The company on Friday also renewed its partnership with the Essequibo Cricket Board (ECB) and Enterprise Busta Sports Club (EBSC).

Selman disclosed at the conclusion of the three tournaments, the winning teams will play each other in a tournament at the Enterprise Community Centre ground.

First Published In The Guyana Times.

Guyana Times article.

Georgetown, Guyana - The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) inaugural National Secondary School Cricket League (NSSCL) sponsored by Banks DIH’s Coco Cola and Rainforest Water, along with Digicel, commenced on Friday with Marian Academy, Annandale and Friendship recording victories.

At the Everest ground, Marian Academy won the toss and sent Kingston Practical Instruction Centre (PIC) into bat. The Kingston PIC opening batsmen got off to a steady start, reaching 50 runs before Meshack Sofleigh was caught at cover for 24.

Shortly after his opening partner Keon Williams followed suit when he was caught at short midwicket for 20. The two dismissals were the genesis of a batting collapse as Kingston PIC was bowled out for 75 in the 16th over.

Bowling for Marian Academy, Jonathan Mangru took 3-20, Joshua Klauty 2-13, and Arvinda Gainda 3-2.

Marian Academy, set 76 to win, reached their target comfortably in the 10th of their allotted 30 overs.

Opener Mangra contributed with 29, before being bowled by medium-pacer Joel Best. Captain Gainda had a good all-round performance in the match, finishing the contest with a six to end unbeaten on 37, as Marian Academy finished on 78-1.

Over at the Enterprise ground on the East Coast of Demerara, Annandale Secondary came up against Balden Hall Multilateral. Bladen Hall Multilateral won the toss and elected to bat first, but was only able to manage 119 runs off 21.3 overs.

Bhaskar Yadram was caught at short cover for 25, while Reaz Ali and Vikash Mangru made 15 runs apiece. Bowling for Annandale Secondary, Mike Persaud took 3-8 and Tameshmar Motiram grabbed 3-17.

In reply, Annandale Secondary made heavy work of the target, reaching 122-7 runs off 21.3 overs. Mike Persaud contributed 27, and Kenduce Kooper made 16 runs.

However, Bladen Hall Multilateral greatest challenge in the field was extras, having conceded some 52, an aspect which greatly assisted Annandale Secondary to attain victory.

At Thirst Park, Houston Secondary won the toss and inserted Friendship Secondary to take first strike. Friendship Secondary made good use of batting first on the pitch by amassing 268-9 off the allotted 25 overs.

Orlando Ghisiawan hit 57, Lorenco O’Neil made 51, while Sunil Tulsidas supported with 39. Bowling for Houston Secondary, Shaquelle Theusdee took three wickets, while Travis George took two.

Chasing 269 for victory, the Houston Secondary lads were well placed on 106-2 at the end of the 10th over, with Paul Thomas and Jermaine Scott putting on a third wicket partnership of 75.

However, Houston Secondary was eventually dismissed for 181 in 20 overs. Paul Thomas smashed 63 and Jermaine Scott made 35.

Bowling for Friendship Secondary, Dhanpaul Bissoon grabbed six wickets to remove all hopes of a successful batting chase by Houston Secondary.

The GCB/ Banks DIH/Digicel National Secondary School Cricket League will continue on Tuesday in the West Berbice District and on Wednesday in the Georgetown, East Coast and East Bank Districts.

First Published In The Guyana Times.

Kaieteur News article.

Georgetown, Guyana - The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) inaugural National Secondary School Cricketcoco cola logo League sponsored by Digicel logoBanks DIH’s Coca Cola and Rainforest Water, along with Digicel, commenced Friday and saw Marian Academy, Annandale and Friendship recording victories.

At the Everest ground, Marian Academy won the toss and sent Kingston Practical Instruction Centre (PIC) into bat. The Kingston PIC opening batsmen got off to a steady start, reaching 50 runs before Meshack Sofleigh was caught at cover for 24. Shortly, thereafter his opening partner Keon Williams followed suit when he was caught at short mid-wicket for 20. The two dismissals were the genesis of a batting collapse as Kingston PIC were bowled out for 75 runs within the 16th over.

Bowling for Marian Academy, Jonathan Mangru took 3 wickets for 20 runs, Joshua Klauty took 2 wickets for 13 runs, and Arvinda Gainda grabbed 3 wickets for a miserly 2 runs.

Marian Academy set 76 runs to win, reached their target comfortably in the 10th of their allotted 30 overs. Opener Jonathan Mangra handsomely contributed with 29 runs before being bowled by medium pacer Joel Best. Captain Arvinda Gainda had a good all-round performance in the match, finishing with a 6 to end unbeaten 37 runs, as Marian Academy finished on 78 runs for 1 wicket, to win the match by 9 wickets.

Over at the Enterprise ground on the East Coast of Demerara, Annandale Secondary came up against Balden Hall Multilateral. Bladen Hall Multilateral won the toss and elected to bat first, but was only able to manage 119 runs off 21.3 overs. Bhaskar Yadram was caught at short cover for 25, while Reaz Ali and Vikash Mangru made 15 apiece. Bowling for Annandale Secondary, Mike Persaud took 3 wickets for 8 runs and Tameshmar Motiram grabbed 3 wickets for 17.

In reply to the 119 runs set by Bladen Hall Multilateral, Annandale Secondary made heavy work of a favorable target, reaching 122 for 7 off 21.3 overs. Mike Persaud contributed 27 runs with the bat, and Kenduce Kooper made 16. However, Bladen Hall Multilateral greatest challenge in the field was their Extras, having conceded some 52 extras, an aspect which greatly assisted Annandale Secondary to attain victory – as Annandale Secondary won the match by just 3 wickets.

At Thirst Park, Houston Secondary won the toss and inserted Friendship Secondary to take first strike. Friendship Secondary made good use of batting first on the pitch by amassing 268 runs for 9 wickets off their allotted 25 overs, as the match was reduced by 5 overs aside. Orlando Ghisiawan hit 57 runs, Lorenco O’Neil made 51, while Sunil Tulsidas supported with 39 runs. Bowling for Houston Secondary Shaquelle Theusdee took three wickets, while Travis George took two wickets.

Chasing 269 for victory, Houston Secondary were well placed on 106 runs for two wickets at the end of the 10 over, with Paul Thomas and Jermaine Scott putting on a 3rd wicket partnership of 75 runs. However, Houston Secondary were eventually dismissed for 181 in 20 overs. Paul Thomas smashed 63 and Jermaine Scott made 35. Bowling for Friendship Secondary Dhanpaul Bissoon grabbed 6 late wickets to remove all hopes of a successful batting chase by Houston Secondary. Friendship secondary won the match by 87 runs.

The GCB/ Banks DIH/Digicel National Secondary School Cricket League continue on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 in the West Berbice District and on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 in the Georgetown, East Coast and East Bank Districts.

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Kaieteur News article.

Georgetown, Guyana - Everest Cricket Club all-rounder Manjrekar Bhola enjoyed productive season in the recently concluded Eastern America Cricket Association 40-over tournament.

The right-handed Bhola who represented Gladiators CC ended the season as the number one ranked player with 511 runs at an average of 40.1 and 27 wickets at an economy rate of 3.67 with his best being 4-14 against Camelot CC.

Bhola helped his team to the final of the tournament which they eventually lost to Falcons CC. He notched up two centuries and one half century. His first ton, 103 not out came against Camelot CC in his fourth game while his second, 108 was scored in the semi final against Victory CC.

Bhola told Kaieteur Sport that he is satisfied with his performance in the league stating that there is a lot of competition for places in the team so he had to be at his best throughout. He added that playing there has improved his game a lot and he is looking forward to the local competitions. “The exposure served me well in that I have learnt to play on different surfaces. I am looking forward to share my knowledge with my team mates at Everest and I am eager to play in the local tournaments,” he posited.

Bhola is expected to turn out for Everest CC shortly.

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Kaieteur News article.

Georgetown, Guyana - Herstelling A and Nandy Park recorded victories when the latest round of matches in the East Bank Demerara Cricket Association (EBDCA) T20 competition concluded on Saturday at Farm.

Herstelling A overcame Herstelling B by 11 runs. Batting first Herstelling A rattled up a challenging 167-9. Ricky Sergeant scored 34 while Wazir Hussain made 21, Anand Bharat 20 and Uniss Yusuf 18. Wazim Ramjattan claimed 3-20 and Narendra Persaud 2-18.

Herstelling B were bowled out for 156 in 20 overs in reply. Dereck Koulen slammed 41, Budhan Baksh made 26 and Shameer Fazal 23. Michael Alexander snared 4-30, Reeyaz Esau 3-19 and Delroy Williams 2-4.

Nandy Park defeated Combined United by 104 runs in the morning fixture. Nandy Park took first strike and posted 189-7. Omeshwar Hurill struck 58 with six fours and three sixes, while Bensroop Shewmangal scored 23 (2×6), Kumar Tuknauth and Rohan Sarjoo got 21 each. Jermaine Ramroop and Rawl Reid picked up two wickets apiece. Combined United replied with 85-8 in 14 overs; two batsmen sustained injuries. They were pegged back by some steady bowling from veteran Sarjoo who finished with 5-22 off four overs, Michael Sultan took 2-24 and Dellon Mc Beth 1-15. Reid stroked 41 inclusive of five fours and two sixes.

Previously, North Soesdyke beat Farm by five runs at the said venue. North Soesdyke batted first and managed 139 all out in 19 overs. Ronald Jai Singh made 25 and Leroy Primo 21; Kenny Lawrence claimed 3-19 and Khemraj Singh 2-26. Farm were restricted for 134-8 in reply. Lawrence slammed 52, Shivram Persaud 22 and Ricky Debidiyal 16. Jai Singh snared 3-22 and Primo 3-30.

Combined United got the better of Uprising by six wickets. Uprising scored 152-8, taking first knock. Omesh Narine hit 35; Reid had 3-16 and Shawn Pooran 2-23.

Combined United responded with 153-4 in 17 overs. Pooran smashed nine fours and six sixes in scoring 100 while Raymond Mitchell had 2-15.

Herstelling B got the better of Nandy Park by 17 runs. Herstelling B rattled up 194 all out in 19.2 overs. Baksh cracked 41 and Chabiraj Ramcharran 35; Narine Dhanraj snared 4-29 and Mark Robhe 2-31. Nandy Park replied with 177 in 20 overs. Rohan Sarjoo slammed 56 and Sunil Dyal 55. Narendra Persaud and Robin Appiah had two scalps apiece.

Herstelling SC beat Ruimveldt in a super over after they played to a tie. Batting first Ruimveldt managed 148 with Kelvin Bovell scoring 27 and Danny Narayan 26. Herstelling responded with 148-9. Anand Bharat made 26 and Rondel Daniels 25; Eon Sukrah claimed 3-14 and T. Mootoo 2-19. In the super over Herstelling scored 25 and Ruimveldt nine.

The competition continues this weekend.

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Guyana Chronicle article.

Georgetown, Guyana - A responsible half-century from Assad Fudadin, coupled with four-wicket hauls from Rajiv Ivan and Shawn Pereira, led Rose Hall Town Gizmos and Gadgets to a resounding semi-final victory in the 2015 Bobby Deonarine and Tom Gruntzel-sponsored Tenelec Inc 50 overs 1st Division tournament.

In glorious sunshine and on a sun-baked dusty Area ‘H’ outfield, the hosts won the toss and batted first.

They enjoyed a solid opening partnership of 67 from Vidal Crandon and Fudadin. Crandon went first, off the bowling of national U-19 all-rounder Kassim Khan for a boundary-filled 37.

The consistent Jason Sinclair joined Fudadin and together they put on exactly 100 for the second wicket before Sinclair was bowled by Kevin Ramdeen for 42.

Ramdeen kept a check on the RHTY&SC’s progress by getting the wickets of Ivan for 14 and all-rounder Clinton Pestano for no score.

However, the lower order rallied their team to an impressive 254 for 8 off their allotted overs.

Fudadin top-scored with 68.

Bowling for Young Warriors CC Ramdeen took 3 for 54 off 10 overs and Khan 2 for 41.

In reply, the visitors lost Berbice Under-15 opener Alex Algoo early by the run-out route for one.

They never really recovered except for a few promising starts from national senior opener and West Indies Under-19 player Shimron Hetmyer with 45, Kassim Khan 36 not out, former national youth batsman Seon Hetmyer 27 and playoff centurion Waheid Edwards 20.

They ended on 193 all out in 42.5 overs. Doing the damage for the hosts were Rajiv Ivan with 4 for 34 off 10 overs and Shawn Pereira 4 for 39 off 10 overs.

Rose Hall Town Gizmos and Gadgets will now play neighbours and arch rivals Albion Community Centre Cricket Club at a date and venue to be announced.

Both clubs are asked to note that the Berbice River Bridge final is now confirmed for Saturday October 24, 2015 at the Port Mourant ground from 09:30hrs.

First Published In The Guyana Chronicle.

Guyana Times article.

Georgetown, Guyana - The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) on Monday presented a number of cricket kits to its coaches who have been assigned to the various zones and districts across the country to ensure the effective conduct of its National Secondary School Cricket League (NSSCL), sponsored by Banks DIH and Digicel.

NSSCL’s Anthony D’Andrade handed over the kits at the GCB Secretariat. D’Andrade, who was hired by the GCB to coordinate and conduct the League among other duties, urged the Coaches to be responsible and make good use of the gear, adding that it was their job to see that the kits were properly taken care of.

D’Andrade is a former national youth cricketer out of Berbice. He was also a secondary school teacher. As such, the GCB believes that he is suited to manage such an important undertaking.

GCB Territorial Development Officer Colin Stuart noted that cricket gear was costly so the Board was making sure that the lack of it did not deter young talents for the future; hence, there was a need for as many youths as possible to participate, Stuart said.

The zones in the League are Corentyne, New Amsterdam/Canje, West Berbice, Mahaica/Mahaicony, East Coast, North Georgetown, South Georgetown, East Georgetown, East Bank Demerara, Highway, Upper Demerara, West Coast Demerara, West Bank Demerara, East Bank Essequibo, Wakenaam, Leguan, Bartica, North Essequibo Coast, South Essequibo Coast and Central Essequibo Coast.

The League was launched on Friday last at the Everest Cricket Club Ground and there were three matches in commemoration. It will continue today in the West Berbice District, then in Georgetown on Wednesday.

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Georgetown, Guyana - The much-anticipated Softball Inter-County Championship will return this weekend and is set to create a hive of activities at the Everest Cricket Club.

The event, which has as title sponsors Parsun Outboard, has many of the large commercial enterprises on board such as Crown Mining, Digicel and Stag Beer. It will allow inter-county softball cricket to return after some 14 years of dormancy.

Tournament organiser Parmanand Persaud said “many sponsors are coming on board and we are much grateful for the support that is being given”. Regal Stationery was the latest business enterprise to pledge its support.

Persaud went on to say that the event was a family-oriented one, which is the reason behind it being primarily held during the day.  In addition, the organiser confirmed that several Crown Mining jerseys will be given away.

The winner will receive $500,000 and a trophy, compliments of the Trophy Stall at Bourda Market. The runner-up will take home a trophy and $300,000 and the losing semi-finalists $100,000 each. The other participating teams will receive $25,000. The teams will play each other twice with the top four going through to the semi-finals. Games will be played on October 24 and 25. Patrons are asked to come out in their numbers, as entry to the venue is free. Action starts at 09:00h on both days. 

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Georgetown, Guyana - Uprising Stars of Christianburg defeated St. Cuthbert’s Mission of Linden Soesdyke PAGE 31Highway by 16 runs in a T20 encounter played on Sunday at Bayrock, Linden.

Uprising were somewhat pegged back by steady bowling by St. Cuthbert’s, but a robust 32 from Sheldon Sealy propped up the total as they posted 147-8, batting first. The right-handed Sealy slammed four fours and one six, while Ricardo Anderson struck 24 with four fours and Nerbert Sansculotte 22 including three fours.

Julio Ferreira was the pick of the bowlers with 4-18 and Timothy Andrew had 3-23.

St. Cuthbert’s threatened but fell for 131 in 19.2 overs in reply. Ferreira showed his all-round prowess with a blistering 46 which contained six fours and one maximum, while Andrews hit 18 and Eustace O’Selmo 12. Dellon Allicock claimed three wickets while Nial Morrison, Travis Morrison and Dereck Lowenfield had one each. The game was organised by the Upper Demerara Cricket Association.

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Georgetown, Guyana - Mahaica Helena defeated Gibson Unity when the National Sports Commission inter-primary schools cricket competition continued recently on the East Coast of Demerara.

Mahaica Helena batted first and scored 99-1 off their allotted five overs. Mario Persaud slammed nine sixes in scoring an unbeaten 67 while Lakeram Persaud made 18 not out (2×4). Gibson Unity responded with 57-4. Timothy Robinson struck 23 (4×4); Mario Persaud had 2-17.

Coordinator Daniel Richmond informed that the competition will continue tomorrow involving schools from Ann’s Grove to Paradise and on Friday from Plaisance to Better Hope.

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Georgetown, Guyana - Bravados Cricket Club crushed Better Hope Sports Club by 109 runs before a large crowd, on a good outfield and in brilliant sunshine in the East Coast Cricket Board’s (ECCB) Second Division 40-over Tournament final.

The eventual victors won the toss and elected to bat on an excellent track. Anthony Ifill and Nigel Estrado started the innings briskly. Estrado struck three boundaries and a massive six before he was trapped lbw on 20 with the score at 23 in the third over.

Marcus Watkins joined Ifill and both batsmen batted sensibly to reach 110-1 in the 18th over before Watkins was bowled by Jayadev Mana for 44 then Ifill was next to go for a well-played 40.

Kellon Carmichael, Lionel Wordsworth and Kelwin Bovell went in quick succession as the score ticked over to 139 for 6 in the 28th over.

Better Hope looked to tighten the screws but captain Earl Gilkes joined Rawle Merrel to steady the ship and press forward. Merrel was removed for a well-played 34 as Bravados reached 200-7.

They were eventually stopped on 242 in the 39th over with captain Gilkes contributing a well-constructed 37. Jayadev Mana finished with 2-36 while Daniel Kowlessar had 2-38 and Amir Khan, 2-20.

Roy Persaud and Daniel Kowlessar started the Better Hope Sports Club innings as Ifill and Seon Sampson opened the attack for Bravados. Needing to score more than 6 runs per over to win, Persaud was removed early for 6.

Some indifferent bowling by the Bravados attack saw some 31 extras given away as Better Hope were skittled out for 133 in 24 overs. Simpson, Gilkes and Alex Culley were the bowlers responsible for Better Hope’s demise as Seon Simpson finished with 4-31, Gilkes 3-22 and Cully 2-28.

Amir Khan was left unbeaten on 42 while Mulchan Singh (18) and Daniel Kowlessar (13) were the only other batsmen to meet double figures.

Gilkes was adjudged man-of-the-match while Khan was awarded a medal for his outstanding performances for the losing side.

Following the match, president of the ECCB Mr. Bissoondyal Singh congratulated both teams for reaching the final especially Bravados for winning the competition and expressed his gratitude to Ramesh Sunich of Trophy Stall, Corporate Guyana, the clubs, the NDCs and the umpires for their continuous contributions and support of development of the game on the East Coast of Demerara.

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Georgetown, Guyana - The tournament dubbed Parsun Outboard Inter-County Softball has attracted two more sponsors.

Top Brandz Distributors and Choke Gas Station of LBI, East Coast Demerara Public Road are the newest business enterprises to come on board and will sponsor the Demerara A team and Demerara B team respectively. These businesses are aiding tremendously in the re-launch of inter-county softball cricket after some 14 years.

These two businesses are complementing some of Guyana’s most renowned companies such as Digicel, ANSA McAL, Crown Mining Supplies, Tony Auto Spares, and Trophy Stall.

The organiser of the tournament, Parmanand Persaud is grateful for the support of the various enterprises and is hoping for more support as the tournament is set to bowl off this weekend at the Everest Cricket Club and will span two days, October 24 and 25. Two teams from each county and one each from Bartica and Linden will vie for Championship honours and a first prize of $500,000 and a trophy. Based on the magnitude of support being given, patrons can expect lots of prizes from the various business enterprises. Organisers have said that the event was a family-oriented one and this is the reason behind the 09:00h start.

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Georgetown, Guyana - The Ancient County of Berbice will be hosting its first Christmas Village during the upcoming festive season.

The eight cricket teams of Guyana’s leading youth and sport organisation, the Rose Hall Town Youth and Sports Club (RHTY&SC) and the Tourism Ministry have come together to host the historic event as part of an effort to spread the meaning of Christmas, to promote social cohesion among residents and to provide clean entertainment for families.

The cricket teams will also use the opportunity to promote their “Say Yes to Sports and Education” message. The Christmas Village will be hosted in the compound of the Rose Hall Town Primary School from December 20-24.

The Club has established a working committee headed by its long-serving Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Hilbert Foster to plan for the event.  Other members include Ravin Kissoonlall, Keith Hicks, Elizabeth Brusch, Gregory Butcher, Neville Beaton, Mark Papannah and two members of each of the Club’s cricket teams.

The Tourism Ministry on Friday last committed to co-sponsoring the event and handed over a sponsorship cheque for an undisclosed amount.  The Ministry will also assist the RHTY&SC with technical support to ensure that the Christmas Village Project is a huge success.

The Village would consist of a large depiction of the Nativity Scene, while the entire compound will be transformed into a festive atmosphere with lights, Christmas characters and decorations.

The cricket teams will also be joining with the GuySuCo Training Centre to construct a 20-foot Christmas tree, while other attractions will include games for children, a horror house, a photo studio, a Christmas exhibition and numerous booths that will sell items for the festive season.

The cricketers will also use the occasion to promote the importance of youth involvement in sport and staying in school to complete one’s education.

Twelve lucky children will win toys for the holidays on each night of the Christmas Village, while three families will receive a holiday food hamper, compliments of the Rose Hall Town Gizmos and Gadgets First Division team.

Foster expressed confidence that the event will be a huge success, and will attract numerous local and overseas tourists to the township and most importantly promote social cohesion among residents.

He expressed gratitude to the Ministry for its cooperation and made special mention of Minister Cathy Hughes and Tourism Liaison and Planning Officer Catherine Martin.

The RHTY&SC, he stated, will extend all its organising experience to make the event the best-ever hosted locally and extended an invitation to corporate Guyana for them to come on board as sponsors or set up Christmas themed booths.

Interested persons can contact the RHTY&SC Secretariat on telephone number 337-4562 or email foster_hilbert@yahoo.com.

Meanwhile, Martin expressed the Ministry’s delight at working with an outstanding organisation, whose track record speaks volumes. She expressed confidence that all the event’s objectives will be fulfilled, and hailed the cricket teams and the management of the RHTY&SC for their visionary proposal to the Ministry.   The Ministry, she stated, will support such projects as they fall within its mandate.

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Georgetown, Guyana - The Guyana Beverage Inc., and the Essequibo Cricket Board (ECB) last week launched the Busta Festival / ECB Senior 40-over competition that will see eight teams from the Cinderella County battling for a top prize of $75,000 in the knock-out tournament.

ECB President Fizul Bacchus in remarks noted that this is the 11th year of the competition and the day of the launch, last Friday, was also one of historical proportions for the board.

”As far as I am aware, this is the longest ever sponsorship that the ECB has ever received and it started back in 2004. We would like to express gratitude to Mr. Robert Selman who was there from the beginning and he is still here.”

Bacchus, who also extended thanks to GBI’s parent company, SM Jaleel of Trinidad and Tobago, said the festival will be contested on the weekend of November 13 – 15 next.

GBI’s Robert Selman in remarks complimented the ECB for hosting the tournament for the past 11 years noting that his company’s involvement is geared towards giving back to the community of Essequibo as they have done in Berbice and the East Coast of Demerara.

Selman also disclosed that they have pumped over 3Million dollars into the three tournaments and that is as a result of the company’s confidence in the organisers commitment to excellence over the years. He also noted that they will continue their partnership in the coming years.

Matches on November 11 in Zone A will see South Essequibo facing Central Essequibo at the Imam Bacchus ground while North Essequibo will host Pomeroon.

In Zone B on the same day, East Bank Essequibo will entertain Bartica and over at the Leguan ground, the home team will seek to turn back the challenge of Wakenaam.

The Semi final will be hosted on November 14 at the Imam Bacchus and East Bank Essequibo grounds while the grand final will be contested at the New Opportunity Corp ground on November 15.

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Georgetown, Guyana - Devil’s XI and Speed XI recorded victories when the Georgetown Cricket Club hosted two softball matches on Saturday night.

Devils’ XI overcame Speed XI by 18 runs in their encounter. Batting first, Devil’s XI posted 147 all out off their allotted 15 overs. Garvin Devanand led with 31 while Sahadeo Hardaiow made 27 and Parmanand Sanicharan 21. Speed XI were bowled out for 129 in 14.4 overs in reply. Arjune Persaud scored 30, Robert Mohan 22 and Orin Porter 17. Man of the match Lakhan Mohamed grabbed 4-22 including a hat-trick.

In the second encounter Speed XI rebounded to beat the Guyana Media XI by eight wickets. The Media XI took first strike and were sent packing for 71 in 14 overs. Zaheer Mohamed struck 17, Rene Stoby 16 and Diquain Murray 11. Porter claimed 3-15 while Arjune Persaud had 2-8, Riyas Khan 2-11 and Doodie Ramdeen 1-10. Speed XI replied with 73-2 in nine overs. Dereck Ramotar cracked 17 not out, Kawal Dubay 16 and skipper Kamal Seebarran 14. Avenash Ramzan took 1-14.

Porter was given the match of the match award.

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