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Plans moving apace for One Guyana Independence Softball Cup & Family Funday
Kaieteur Sports – Plans are moving smoothly for the second annual “One Guyana Independence Softball Cup & Family Funday”, which is scheduled for Sunday, May 24th from 9:00hrs at the Rose Hall Canje Welfare Ground in Berbice.
According to the organisers, this year’s event is expected to be bigger and better as they have expanded the activity into a full family fun day with several side attractions geared towards entertaining both young and old patrons off the field.
Among the activities planned are tug-a-war, 100m sprint, cycle race, buns eating competition, match de bottles, dancing competition and several other fun-filled games where patrons will have opportunities to win prizes.
Optical Works representative Ms. Dolly (right) handing over sponsorship to Ms. Tanuja.
Apart from the games and competitions, patrons will also be treated to cultural performances including tassa drumming, African drumming and dancing, along with other entertaining attractions throughout the day and night affair.
However, the major attraction will be the softball cricket competition where teams from across Guyana will battle for championship honours in the Independence Softball Cup tournament.
The organisers disclosed that this year’s tournament will feature the introduction of a female category, adding more excitement and competitiveness to the event.
Several teams from various parts of Guyana have already indicated their interest in participating in the limited overs open competition.
Cash incentives and trophies will be awarded to the top teams and outstanding individual performers including MVPs, Player of the Finals, Best Bowlers and Best Batters in an innings.
Additionally, organisers noted that trophies will also be presented to each Player of the Match throughout the competition.
Patrons will also be able to enjoy barbecue on sale along with a well-stocked beverage bar, while entertainment will be provided by Earth Rock Sounds. Admission to the venue is absolutely free.
Supporting the event so far are Optical Works, VN Constracting Svs, Danzie’s Fashion and Auto Sales, Chattergoon 592 Sports Store, KT Fabrication and Construction, Ashiek and Sons Motor Spares, Z’S Enterprise, Six S General Construction, A. Adam’s Enterprise, and J&G Supermarket.
Interested softball teams can register by submitting their information via WhatsApp 726-1386.
Registration closes on May 22nd.
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