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(Kaieteur Sports) – The Lusignan Golf Club team has touched down in Paramaribo, ready to fly the Guyanese flag high at this weekend’s Invitational National Open, a marquee event on the regional golf calendar.
Brian Hackett
The squad, led by veteran captain Brian Hackett, arrived on Friday brimming with confidence after weeks of focused preparation on home turf at the Lusignan Golf Club. The team is aiming not just to compete but to dominate, with several podium finishers from last year returning to the lineup.
Speaking shortly after arrival, Hackett gave an upbeat update on the team’s morale and readiness. “The Guyanese team is all pumped and ready to go,” he said. “We’ve got a full squad that is coming out today, and we expect to do really well.”
With tournament play set to tee off today (Saturday), the team wasted no time getting into gear, heading straight into a packed practice session on Friday afternoon.
“Most of the guys are going to be trying to feel their way around, getting the yardage right and reading the greens properly,” Hackett explained. “Today’s practice session was a bit of touch and go, but it served its purpose.”
Hackett emphasized that the squad didn’t travel just to make up numbers. “We expect a strong showing from the full team. We’ve got all the star players here, names like Patrick, Persaud, Troy, Carlos, Chanelle, and myself. Every one of us made the podium last year, and we’re looking to repeat that success.”
The conditions in Paramaribo have also added to the optimism. “The atmosphere is great, the weather’s perfect, and the greens are in top condition. We’re excited to get going and have a great time at the Suriname Open.”
The Guyanese contingent will be looking to make a big statement this weekend, and based on early signs, they’ve come with both the talent and the intent to do just that.
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