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GCB, GOA collaborate ahead of 2028 Olympic Games
(Kaieteur Sports) – The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) and the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) have taken a significant step forward in advancing cricket’s place on the Olympic stage, following a high-level meeting between the two bodies. The discussions centered on Guyana’s participation in cricket at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA, where the sport has officially been added to the program.
GCB President Bissoondyal Singh along with executives of the board with GOA president Godfrey Munroe and a host of executive members during yesterday’s historic collaboration
Guyana, with its proud and accomplished cricketing heritage, has long been recognized as one of the strongholds of the game in the Caribbean. Both organizations expressed their confidence that the nation’s tradition, talent, and passion for cricket provide an excellent foundation for Olympic representation and success.
During the meeting, extensive dialogue was held on developing a framework to transition cricket into Guyana’s Olympic structure. It was agreed that the GCB will apply for formal membership in the GOA by submitting the necessary documentation in keeping with the GOA Constitution. Once all requirements are satisfied, the GCB will officially be recognized as a member body of the GOA.
GCB President Bissoondyal Singh and GOA President Godfrey Munroe both described the collaboration as historic, emphasizing that it represents not only an opportunity for Guyana to participate in cricket at the Olympic level, but also a broader vision to strengthen national sports development. As part of the process, the GCB will also nominate two representatives to serve within the GOA to ensure close cooperation going forward.
Attendees at the meeting included Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) President Bissoondyal Singh, Vice President Dr. Cecil Beharry, Secretary Ronald Williams, Treasurer Dr. Brian Sukhai, Assistant Secretary Davteerth Anandjit, Competition Chairman Shaun Massiah, Marketing Manager Rabindranauth Saywack, CEO Claude Raphael, and Cricket Operations Manager Anthony D’Andrade.
Representing Guyana Olympic Association were President Godfrey Munroe, Vice President Steve Ninvalle, Vice President Cristy Campbell and Secretary General Mrs. Vidush Persaud-McKinnon
Both the GCB and GOA reaffirmed their strong commitment to this partnership, highlighting it as a landmark moment for sport in Guyana. The two organizations pledged to work hand in hand to ensure that when cricket takes the Olympic field in Los Angeles in 2028, Guyana’s players will be fully prepared to represent the nation with pride and distinction.
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