2026 Republic Bank ‘5 for Fun’ officially bowls off 4th edition in Guyana

May 01, 2026 Sports

Republic Bank staff and executives Students, government officials, GCB president and members, parents and teachers during yesterday’s launch at the Everest Cricket Club Pavilion.

Kaieteur Sports – The 2026 Republic Bank 5 for Fun programme bowled off yesterday at the Everest Cricket Club Pavilion, with the 4th edition expected to eclipse the feats achieved in the previous years.

Chairman of Senior National Selection Ramnaresh Sarwan, Director of Sports Steve Ninvalle, Chief Education Sadam Hussain, GCB President Bissoondyal Singh, national coordinator of 5 for Fun Reon King, players coaches and parents were in attendance yesterday when the programme was officially declared open in Guyana.

Republic Bank and Cricket West Indies recently renewed their partnership for the 2026 Programme, reaffirming their shared commitment to youth development and grassroots cricket across the Caribbean.

Entering its sixth year and its 4th in Guyana, King, said the fast-paced and inclusive programme which has firmly established itself as a cornerstone of youth cricket, has grown from 75 schools over the first 3 years to over 100 this year with the initiative reaching over 2000 boys and girls.

Director of Sports Steve Ninvalle said the Government will continue to support all sport driven initiatives across Guyana.

10 Essequibo zones, 4 from Berbice as well as Georgetown, will welcome newbies from the Mabaruma and Moruca and other parts of the hinterland regions, a move which has been backed by His Excellency President Irfaan Ali; who has rolled out massive plans to restructure the hinterland areas, while targeting more school based cricket.

Aimed at targeting Boys and Girls specifically ranged between 7–11, Five for Fun introduces participants to the fundamentals of the game through a modern, exciting format that emphasizes participation, enjoyment, and the acquisition of critical life skills.

Schools will compete for the zonal title with champs playing an inter-county with the 3 county winners bidding for the national championship title.

GCB president Singh said the GCB is proud to stand alongside CWI Republic Bank, the Government and other entities, for helping to strengthen and reintroduce cricket into the school system; adding that the programme remains a vital grassroots initiative as he declared the programme officially open.

Director of Sports Ninvalle during his brief remarks said the entire programme was built on commitment. He took his hat off to Republic Bank for their continued investment in cricket in Guyana.

He said the Ministry of Culture Youth and Sports support is something that the GCB as well as the initiative can depend on, adding that If you don’t have fundamental support, it creates a void. He closed by applauding Region 1 and 9 as it fits directly into President Ali’s plans to expand cricket and sports overall across the hinterland areas.

Republic Bank Limited Manager Human Resources Mrs. Jannis London declared the ‘5 for Fun’ programme officially open yesterday.

Mrs. Janiss London, Manager at Republic Bank, said it was good to celebrate another chapter in this programme which continues to grow and evolve. She believed that more youth will have opportunities to now play cricket and Republic Bank will continue investing in youth, which is a big part of their commitment to development of Sports in Guyana.

London wrapped up her address while also declaring the programme open by stating, “It keeps them active and focused while exposing them to value and teamwork. We expect more excitement this season and to the parents, teachers and coaches. Republic bank believes in you.” (Clifton Ross)

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