Latest update June 3rd, 2026 12:20 AM
Sports Ministry NSC Day of Interaction set for Sunday
The first Day of Interaction organized by the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport/ National Sports Commission is scheduled for Port Mourant, Corentyne on Sunday.
A large number of athletes from Democratic Councils and three municipalities will converge on the Port Mourant Community Centre Ground to compete in a number of sports disciplines, including Softball Cricket, Football, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Domino, Circle Tennis, Chess, and Draughts.
There will also be two specially organized Track and Field events (800m and 1500m) for male and female athletes. Port Mourant Ground is known for producing outstanding cricketers the likes of Rohan Kanhai, Basil Butcher, Alvin Kallicharran, Joe Solomon and the Nagamootoo brothers among others.
The day’s activities will commence with an Opening Ceremony which will include a March Past by athletes and officials. Brief Remarks by the Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Hon. Dr. Frank Anthony, Director of Sport, Mr. Neil Kumar, Regional Chairman Region #6, Mr. Zulfikar Mustapha and other Regional and Political officials.
Special prizes will be awarded for the largest contingent, best banner, and best uniformed group.
There will be an educational exhibition and a medical team throughout the day.
The Day of Interaction is expected to be non – alcoholic. There will be no selling/consumption of alcohol during the activities at the venue.
At the completion of the activities, trophies will be awarded to the winners and runners – up.
To encourage the further development of sports, gears and equipment will be presented to individuals, communities and schools.
The theme of the Day of Interaction is Sports for Combating HIV/AIDS and bringing awareness against violence, crime and drugs. Some of Berbice leading Sport Personalities are expected to grace the activity.
Special efforts will also be made to establish two Volleyball Courts at the No. 63 Beach.
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