DDL renews partnership with amateur boxing

Apr 18, 2013 Sports

Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) has once again thrown its support behind the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) ahead of three countrywide Under-16 boxing competitions, which are scheduled for later this year.
During a simple ceremony at DSL Cash and Carry at Ruimveldt yesterday morning, Marketing Executive Larry Wills handed over a cheque for an unrevealed amount to President of the GBA, Steve Ninvalle.
Also present was Technical Director of the association, Terrence Poole.

GBA president Steve Ninvalle (left) receives the sponsorship cheque from DDL’s Marketing Executive, Larry Wills, in the presence of Technical Director of the GBA, Terrence Poole.

The first event will be held on June 29th and 30th in Georgetown, followed by Berbice on August 15th and 16th and lastly at a venue in Bartica, Linden or West Demerara on December 21st and 22nd.
According to President Ninvalle, the GBA is happy to once again welcome DDL, through its Pepsi and Gatorade brands, after forming a coalition last year.
Ninvalle, who is also the Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Sport Ministry, said the fact that DDL has renewed its sponsorship is a clear indication of the company’s commitment towards the expansion of boxing.
Speaking on behalf of DDL, Wills said the move to continue supporting amateur boxing was a simple one since the company was satisfied with what transpired at the Under-16 competitions in 2012. He added that the entity is pleased to aid in the promotion of young talents, as it is a firm supporter of youth development.
As part of its sponsorship package, DDL will supply Gatorade and Pepsi to rehydrate the boxers, while also providing branded outfits to the young pugilists.
Poole informed that each event is likely to attract approximately 60 boxers with participation expected from the Forgotten Youth Foundation gym, Harpy Eagle, Guyana Defence Force, Caryll’s gym, Rose Hall Jammers, Essequibo gym, Pocket Rocket gym and Young Achievers.