Banks DIH onboard with Golden Jaguars for upcoming Int’l friendlies

Mar 20, 2015 Sports

By Zaheer Mohamed
Banks DIH under two of their main brands, Banks Beer and Coca Cola has thrown their support behind Guyana’s Golden Jaguars for their upcoming friendly internationals. The Golden Jaguars will take on St. Lucia on Sunday and Grenada on March 29 at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence.

GFF NC Chairman Clinton Urling (seated 3rd right), Head Coach Jamaal Shabazz (2nd right), Captain Chris Nurse (right) along with Banks DIH Brand Executive Brian Choo- Hen (centre), other officials of the entities and some members of the Golden Jaguars pictured at the launching ceremony.

Sunday’s encounter kicks off at 19:00hrs while the Grenada fixture will commence at 20:30 hrs.
Speaking at the launching ceremony yesterday at Thirst Park, Chairman of the Normalization Committee, Clinton Urling thanked the entity for coming on board and said that the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) is happy for the partnership.
“We do look forward to their continued support as we look to take Guyana’s football forward. It’s been two and a half year since an international game was played in Guyana so this is an ideal opportunity for the fans to come out and support the team,” he added.
Urling stated that the staff is working hard to acquire positive results. “We will ensure the best players are on the team whether they reside overseas or locally,” he said.
Brand Executive of Banks DIH Brain Choo Hen pointed out that the entity has been committed to the development of football in Guyana, adding that they look forward to the support from the fans.
After giving praise to the almighty, head coach Jamaal Shabazz said that this weekend is a special moment for him. “These games are important since it will test the work we have done and see how the players adapt. Football is a beautiful game which brings people together and the main purpose of the staff is to rejuvenate the passion for the sport among the people,” he explained.
Shabazz is urging the nation to come out and support their team. “The reality is we work together, we achieve together. At times we lose together and similarly when we win we get that collective feeling, so everybody wins, this is how the sport captivates a nation,” he posited.
The Head Coach feels that St. Lucia will be a formidable opponent. “I saw them play in the CFU last year and they will provide the kind of test we want at home,” he said.
“Banks DIH support reflects a lot about their commitment and what is needed in football in Guyana at this time,” Shabazz noted.
In brief remarks, Captain of the Golden Jaguars Chris Nurse called on the public for their support which will help to craft a bright future for Guyana’s football. Nurse added that the games will improve the standard of the sport here.
He stated that the inclusion of the young players in the team will benefit Guyana and they will try to be the best they can. Admission to the venue is $1,000 and $4,000 for VIP. Children under 12 will be admitted free.