The National Sports Commission, Ministry of Culture Youth and Sports in collaboration with the Guyana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) National Independence Championships will officially serve off at the National Gymnasium at 16:00hrs today.
However, the Opening Ceremony is billed for tomorrow at 10:00hrs following which competition in all categories will continue. According to a GTTA Press Release, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Dr. Frank Anthony will open the tournament. The Minister and GTTA President, Commissioner of Police, Henry Greene will be the keynote speakers at the Opening. On show will be several of the nation’s top racquet wielders vying for supremacy in over 20 categories.
The GTTA has shortlisted players in the Pre-Cadet realm to represent Guyana at the Caribbean Pre-Cadet Championships and players in the senior divisions. The tournament will allow some players to stake to their claim to the selectors.