Senior Clearance officer of Express Shipping and Brokerage Inc Ausya Greenidge seen handing over a cheque to Otis James, Head of GFRA, while Yoletta Bynoe, Manager, Sharmaine Wade and Dexter Schultz look on.
It is a clear indication that in just one year, the attractiveness of the Banks Beer Knockout Cup has caught the eye of many corporate entities and the latest to become attached to the magnetism is Express Shipping and Brokerage Inc. who pledged support for the tournament, during a simple presentation ceremony conducted recently, at the Company’s location.
Senior Clearance Officer of the Company Ausya Greenidge handed over a cheque for an undisclosed sum to Head of the Guyana Referees Football Association Otis James in the presence of Manager Yoletta Bynoe, Georgetown Football Association officials Sharmaine Wade and Dexter Schultz.
The tournament carries prize monies in excess of $9million and is expected to last for eight playing days commencing on December 16 and concluding on January 1 with matches being played, at the GCC and GFC grounds.
The winning team will receive $4Million, runner-up- $2.5M, 3rd place-$1.5M and 4th place-$1M with outstanding individual performances to benefit from additional incentives.
The clubs confirmed for participation are Houston Stars, GFC, Riddim Squad, GDF, GPF, Fruta Conquerors, Camptown, Banks All Stars, Georgetown Masters, Northern Rangers, Black Pearl, Flamingo, Beacon, Santos, University of Guyana and Charlestown United.