GBI pledges over $1.1M as kickoff nears for Petra’s 6th Annual U18 Football League

Oct 15, 2025 Sports

(Kaieteur Sports) – As the countdown begins for the kickoff of the Sixth Annual Secondary Schools Under-18 Football League 2025, the tournament has received a major boost with Guyana Beverage Inc. (GBI) reaffirming its commitment to youth development through sport.

GBI pledges over $1.1M as kickoff nears for Petra’s 6th Annual U18 Football League

Petra’s Co-Director Troy Mendonca (second from right) receiving sponsorship cheque from GBI GM Samuel Arjoon in the presence of GBI executive Miss Lall and Troy Peters.

With the league set to kick off this Sunday, October 19, at the Ministry of Education Sports Complex Ground, GBI has stepped forward with a significant sponsorship investment valued at over $1.1 million. This timely financial support, provided through GBI’s flagship brand Busta, underscores the growing prestige of the tournament and the company’s commitment to grassroots football development.

The league, organised by the Petra Organisation, will feature eight secondary school teams, including five from Georgetown and the other three from regions 2, 4, and 7, competing over a seven-week period. The championship culminates on November 30, with teams battling not only for silverware but also for national recognition.

The tournament, proudly sponsored by Republic Bank Limited (RBL), has grown into one of the most important fixtures on Guyana’s School football calendar, offering a critical platform for the nation’s most promising Under-18 talent. Beyond the competition, the league emphasizes values such as teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, shaping well-rounded individuals both on and off the field.

Guyana Beverage Inc. General Manager, Samuel Arjoon.

GBI’s sponsorship package includes more than just cash. It also covers branded uniforms for players, coaches/support staff, along with refreshments throughout the tournament, ensuring teams are fully equipped and supported to perform at their best.

Speaking at the sponsorship handover, Petra Co-Director Troy Mendonca expressed his gratitude, stating: “I would like to extend my sincerest appreciation to Guyana Beverage Inc. for coming on board to support our sixth Annual RBL U-18 Football League. This is not just a partnership between two entities; it is a substantial investment into one of our most important developmental programme.”

Mendonca emphasized the importance of league-based structures in youth football development, noting: “The RBL League has proven to be a crucial stepping stone for school teams.”

He highlighted, “Just last December, Chase’s Academic Foundation (participants in this very league) made history by winning the KFC International Goodwill Series for the first time. That achievement speaks volumes about the tournament’s impact.”

Delivering remarks on behalf of GBI, General Manager Samuel Arjoon reinforced the company’s vision: “Football is not just a game; it’s a pathway to building character, confidence, and community among our youth. Our continued partnership with Petra reflects our belief in empowering young people and promoting positive lifestyles through sport. We are proud to support initiatives like this that foster youth development.”

With this latest investment, Guyana Beverage Inc. joins Republic Bank Limited as a cornerstone sponsor of the league, helping to realize the dreams of young footballers across the country and elevate the standard of school-level football in Guyana.

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