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Guyana continues to shine in Doubles and Mixed Doubles events at 2023 CASA
Kaieteur Sports – The ongoing 2023 Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) Junior Championships continued in St Vincent on Tuesday with Doubles and Mixed Doubles leg of the championship, featuring some fierce competition among the region’s top junior players. Guyana took center stage early on in the championship secures four titles, at the closing of the draws, it was evident that Guyana had asserted its dominance in the tournament, securing an outstanding nine medals, including three gold medals. They continue their prowess in the Doubles and Mixed Doubles events, providing spectators with thrilling matches and impressive displays of talent.
Mohryan Baskh (right) and Michael Alphonso before their match on Tuesday.
On Tuesday, Guyana had a strong presence in the Boy’s and Girl’s Doubles as well as the Mixed Doubles event. In a thrilling Boy’s Doubles match, Guyana’s duo, Michael Alphonso and Mohryan Baskh, took on the formidable pair of Neil McComb and Brodey McComb. The Guyanese team emerged victorious with a commanding 2-0 victory (11-2, 11-4).
Avery Arjoon and Safirah Sumner demonstrated unwavering determination against the Vincentians Ciara George and Nadira Morgan in the Girl’s Doubles category. The Vincentians put up a valiant fight in the first game, ending with a close 11-9 in favour of Guyana. However, Arjoon and Sumner elevated their performance, leaving no room for error and securing their first win with an impressive 11-4 scoreline.
The Mixed Doubles category brought another triumph for Guyana as the champions Nicholas Verwey and Kirsten Gomes joined forces. The pair faced off with St Vincent duo, Naira-Skye John and De Vere James. Displaying excellent coordination and skill, the Guyanese players dominated the court, trouncing their opponents 2-0.
The championship continued yesterday with nine matches scheduled for the day’s play, Guyana is penciled to participate in three events. However, the Friday edition will provide in-depth coverage of Wednesday’s matches, including all the exciting action and results of the final stages of the Caribbean Junior Squash Championship.
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