Calvin Ming and Elite Racers Dominate Jumbo Jet Need for Speed Karting Championship
BY DELWIN NEBLETT | HGP Nightly News|
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — The ambient temperatures at the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) Kart Circuit were completely matched by the scorching action on the tarmac as Jumbo Jet Events successfully executed the first round of its high-octane 2026 Need for Speed Karting Championship on Saturday.
The tournament—which serves as the premier multi-round karting series in the country—drew a massive crowd of motorsports enthusiasts to the Thomas Lands tracks, showcasing drivers competing across an array of categories. The premier Briggs & Stratton Senior Light division saw international open-wheel racer Calvin Ming put on a pure masterclass in defensive line control, sweeping his early morning Heat, the Pre-Final, and the main feature Final ahead of Steven Nobrega. Ming pulled off a spectacular double on the day, also capturing the grueling Briggs Senior Heavy class, where he was made to work intensely for his podium victory, pipping Mikhail Persaud to the line in a dramatic photo-finish.
Other unchallenged standouts of the championship weekend included Matthew Daby, who cleanly swept the Briggs Junior tier to secure the champion driver award. Zachary Persaud proved to be the “top dog” in the Honda GX200 class by engineering a perfect three-race sweep across his grid. In the highly anticipated, future-stars Briggs Cadets division, young Asrudeen Mohamed converted from the pole all three times to secure a commanding hat-trick of wins. The expanding Briggs Female bracket saw Paige Mendonca dominate her lines with clinical pace, while national racer Jeremy Tenpow thrilled fans in the high-speed SuperMoto Seniors category, riding aggressively to capture three individual heat victories and the class champion rider trophy.
Ann’s Grove United Secures Vital Win and Draw in EDFA Youth Ensemble Action
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
GOLDEN GROVE, GUYANA — Ann’s Grove United emerged as one of the most successful football clubs over the weekend, executing highly disciplined defensive displays in the East Demerara Football Association’s (EDFA) 2026 Youth Ensemble League.
Stepping onto the pitch first in the Under-13 division, the Ann’s Grove youth team went head-to-head against a fiercely competitive and physically aggressive Mahaica Determinators squad. In a highly technical, end-to-end tactical battle where both defensive backlines refused to yield inside the final third, the two sides ultimately shared the points in a hard-fought 0-0 draw.
However, Ann’s Grove found their offensive breakthrough in the Under-15 tier. Facing down a compact Melanie FC defensive system, Ann’s Grove relied on crisp, short-passing transitions to open up the flanks. The decisive moment arrived in the second half when star forward Tequan latched onto a beautiful cross, drilling home a clinical strike past the keeper. That solitary, brilliant goal proved to be the match-winner, locking down a narrow 1-0 shutout victory for Ann’s Grove United to bolster their standing in the regional youth table.
Kako and Waramadong Claim Championship Glory in 2026 D.C. Caesar Fox Football Finals
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
WARAMADONG, GUYANA — The Edwins United Sports Ground in Waramadong, Region Seven, became a cauldron of community celebration on Sunday evening as the curtain fell on the highly prestigious 2026 D.C. Caesar Fox Football Tournament with two dramatic grand finals.
In the highly competitive Men’s Championship final, the visiting team from Kako earned their crown as the regional champions by carving out a gritty, narrow 1-0 victory over a resilient Paruima squad. In a match defined by fierce physical tackles and high-altitude endurance, Kako’s defensive midfield managed to completely disrupt Paruima’s counter-attacking lanes, safeguarding their early first-half lead until the final whistle.
The Women’s grand final saw host side Waramadong continue their historic, absolute dominance in the inter-valley competition. Facing off against a determined Jawalla team, the Waramadong women utilized superior tactical shape and precise overlapping runs to orchestrate a comfortable 2-0 victory. The historic win marks Waramadong’s third consecutive consecutive tournament title, cementing their dynasty in the Upper Mazaruni football grid. Following the matches, tournament organizers presented individual accolades, honoring the best male and female goal-keepers alongside the male and female tournament MVPs for their outstanding athletic consistency.
West Indies Academy Secures Hard-Fought 2-Wicket Victory in Series Opener Against Sri Lanka
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA — A spectacular, unbeaten half-century by middle-order batter Damel Evelyn guided the West Indies Academy to a thrilling, hard-fought 2-wicket victory over the Sri Lanka Emerging XI on Monday, setting an aggressive tone for the opening match of their regional white-ball tour at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo.
Electing to field first after winning the toss, the young Maroon Warriors utilized disciplined seam variations and sharp spin arcs to wrap up the Sri Lankan innings for a manageable 184 in 33.4 overs. Middle-order batsman Nipun Dhananjaya anchored the host’s resistance with a patient 65, but his efforts were constantly undercut by a relentless bowling attack. Left-arm spinner Zishan Motara and frontline pacer Jediah Blades led the destruction, each picking up identical, clinical figures of 3 wickets.
The Academy’s run-chase, however, turned into a tense, nerve-shredding affair as the Sri Lankan spin attack captured regular wickets to trigger a mid-innings collapse. Despite the falling wickets at the other end, Damel Evelyn stood completely firm, anchoring the chase with an unbeaten, mature 77 runs. Guyana’s senior batsman Kevlon Anderson provided the critical offensive acceleration, smashing a brisk 58 off just 45 balls to shift the momentum back to the Caribbean side. The Academy’s lower order held their nerve, steering the score to 185 for 8 in exactly 31 overs to lock down the introductory victory.
Sri Lanka Emerging XI Bounces Back to Even Series Despite Anderson’s Valiant Fifty
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA — A majestic, blistering century by opening batsman Sineth Jayawardena propelled the Sri Lanka Emerging XI to a commanding 125-run victory over the West Indies Academy earlier today at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, effectively leveling their three-match One-Day series at 1-1.
Opting to bat first on a flat, batting-friendly surface, the Sri Lankan top-order made full use of the conditions, pulverizing the Academy’s bowling lines to post a massive, imposing total of 360 runs in their allotted 50 overs. Jayawardena spearheaded the onslaught with a masterclass innings of 118, finding regular boundaries all around the ground. Amidst the heavy scoring, spinner Zishan Motara once again stood out as the most restrictive bowler for the West Indies, returning commendable analytical figures of 3 for 48 in his 10-over allocation.
Faced with a daunting target of 361 for victory, the West Indies Academy’s response stuttered early under intense scoreboard pressure, losing critical top-order wickets within the initial powerplay. Guyanese standout Kevlon Anderson tried valiantly to reconstruct the chase, fighting through the spin trap to top-score with a composed, fluent 63. However, his dismissal triggered a rapid lower-order slide, and the Academy was eventually bowled out for 235 in 45.4 overs. With the series perfectly deadlocked, both squads are traveling across the capital city to prepare for the third and final decider, scheduled to be played at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground on Friday morning.
