Latest update September 11th, 2026 10:26 AM
Hamilton Green Cup shifted to Plaisance ground
Kaieteur Sports – Former national coach, Lennox Arthur has announced the new dates and venue for the annual Hamilton Green Cup, which is schedule for March 1–21 at the Plaisance Ground on the East Coast of Demerara. The tournament is set to kick off with 32 teams vying for championship honours.
Organisers have confirmed that the 2026 edition of the prestigious nine-a-side Inter-Ward/Village Knockout Football Championship, dubbed the Hamilton Green Cup, will now be staged at Plaisance instead of the previously advertised Den Amstel Community Centre Ground.
The tournament comes alive on March 1 with eight thrilling encounters. Teams such as Beavers, No. 1 All Stars, Coverden, Wash Bay Boys, Belle West Stars, Eagles, Zeeburg and Park Squad Ballers are all set to make their first appearance in what promises to be a high-octane football showcase.
Lennox Arthur, Tournament Coodinator
Known for fielding some of the best village teams, the competition continues to spotlight a blend of youthful talent and seasoned campaigners. Matches are scheduled for March 1 and 4 before moving into the round-of-16 phase on March 11 and 13.
Also competing for the crown are Pele FC, Herstelling, Uprising, Timehri United, Plaisance, Wales, Buxton Stars, Buxton United, Victoria, Mocha, Espanyol, Melanie, Haslington, Pouderoyen ‘A’ and ‘B’, Uitvlugt, Liliendaal, Camptown, Mahaica, Ann’s Grove, Golden Grove and Beterverwagting (BV).
The tournament will feature a straight knockout format, culminating on March 21 when the 2026 champions will be crowned. The much-anticipated event offers wards and villages the opportunity to compete for over $900,000 in cash and prizes. The winners will pocket $500,000 along with the championship trophy and hampers courtesy of Ricks and Sari Enterprise. Second- and third-place finishers will receive $200,000 and $100,000 respectively, with medals and trophies awarded to the top three teams.
The five-night spectacle has been made possible through the collective support of a strong pool of sponsors, ensuring a well-organised tournament that provides players with a platform to showcase their talent. The tournament is backed by former Mayor of Georgetown, Hamilton Green, a stalwart in sports development initiatives. Over its more than 30-year history, the Hamilton Green Cup has built a reputation for unearthing and assembling some of the finest football talent, attracting both seasoned veterans and emerging stars.
Guided by a nine-a-side format, matches will consist of two 15-minute halves. In keeping with the tournament’s unique style, the offside rule will not be enforced while all other FIFA rules will apply. Teams are allowed a squad of 12 players, with eight outfield players and a goalkeeper on the field at any time. A minimum of seven players, including a goalkeeper, is required to start a match; failure to meet this requirement will result in a forfeit. Discipline will be strictly enforced, with any player receiving a red card automatically suspended for the following match.
Among the sponsors making the event possible are Dr. Linden Dodson, Aurora, G-Mining Ventures, Toolsie Persaud, Busta Soft Drink, Gafoors, E-Net, IPA, Correia and Correia, and Patrick Barton. In addition to the prize purse, Ricks and Sari Enterprise will donate 12 hampers to the eventual champions. Meanwhile, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, has donated the Most Valuable Player trophy.
Action gets underway on March 1, kicking off at 6:00 pm on each playing day.
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