By: Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News |
Futsal, Football, and Cricket Take Centre Stage in Packed Local Sports Calendar
Action continued across multiple sporting disciplines on Tuesday, with football and cricket fans treated to high-intensity competition as major tournaments moved closer to their conclusions.
Kashif & Shanghai President’s Futsal Championship Heats Up
The 2025 Kashif & Shanghai President’s Futsal Championship resumed on Tuesday with semi-final fixtures across all categories at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Georgetown.
In the schoolboys category, West Ruimveldt Secondary advanced to the final after defeating West Minister Secondary in the first semi-final, while Dolphin Secondary booked their spot in the championship match with a win over New Central High School.
The women’s division also delivered exciting contests. Lady Royals secured victory over Street Vybz in the first semi-final, while the Kanaimas overcame West Side in the second encounter to advance to the final.
In senior men’s action, Road Warriors edged past Bomb Squad in a keenly contested first semi-final. The second semi-final produced a major upset, as Bent Street A defeated defending champions Sparta Boss in a hard-fought clash.
All victorious teams will now advance to their respective finals, while the losing sides will compete in third-place playoffs when the tournament concludes on Friday at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall.
Corporate Support Boosts Futsal Championship
As the third edition of the Kashif & Shanghai President’s Futsal Championship heads toward its conclusion on Friday, January 2, 2026, the tournament has received further tangible backing from the private sector.
The Queensway Group of Companies and Bakewell Bakery have both confirmed their financial support for the competition. The sponsorship commitments were formalised during brief official presentations attended by senior company executives and representatives, along with tournament directors Kashif Mohammad and Aubrey “Shanghai” Major.
Organisers say the continued support from corporate Guyana underscores the growing stature and sustainability of the annual futsal showcase.
GFF Super 16 Cup Set for Grand Finale
Meanwhile, the 2025 GFF Super 16 Cup will conclude on Thursday with two decisive fixtures at the National Training Centre in Providence.
The third-place playoff at 18:30 hours will see GDF FC face GPF FC. Later that evening, Western Tigers FC will battle Slingerz FC in the highly anticipated grand final to determine the tournament champions.
Upper Demerara Christmas Futsal Nears Conclusion
Football action will also wrap up in Linden, where the Upper Demerara Football Association’s Banks DIH Christmas Futsal Championship concludes on Thursday at the Retrieve Hard-Court.
Top XX will take on Blueberry Hill United in the third-place playoff, while Botafogo and Capital FC will clash in the championship final.
Precision Sports Launches Cricket Skills Challenge
In cricket, Precision Sports—founded by Guyanese-based Trinidadian Nidia Andrews—recently launched its “Skills Challenge” at the Georgetown Cricket Club ground in Bourda.
Cricketers from clubs across Guyana, including Devon Lorde, Jay Ferrell, Jonte Thomas and Ntini Permaul, participated in the initiative, testing themselves against the clock through a circuit of seemingly simple but physically demanding drills.
Designed as an ultimate test of stamina, strength, skill and mental toughness, the Precision Sports Skills Challenge has been widely praised by early participants. Organisers believe the programme offers a constructive way for cricketers of all ages to measure fitness levels, encourage healthy competition, and promote more active lifestyles within the sport.
