By Delwin Neblett | HgP Nightly News |
A monumental week for Guyanese sports saw historic leadership elections in shooting, a major leap forward for Olympic athletics, and a record-breaking performance by the West Indies on the global stage. Here is your sports wrap for Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Shooting: Brigadier Omar Khan Confirmed as GNRA President
The Guyana National Rifle Association (GNRA) has solidified its leadership for the 2026–2030 term. During the Annual General Meeting held on Thursday, Brigadier Omar Khan (Chief of Defence Staff of the GDF) was unanimously returned as President.
- Historic Appointment: The association appointed its first-ever female executive, Basmatee Mohabeer, who will serve as the Smallbore Vice-Captain.
- Financial Oversight: Veteran marksman Lennox Braithwaite was elected as Treasurer, taking over from Hemant Narine.
- Infrastructure Priority: The new council emphasized the urgent need for a new indoor range following the destruction of the TSU range, noting it is critical for developing Olympic-style shooting disciplines.
Athletics: US$ Elite Program Launched for 2028 Olympics
The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has partnered with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport and DStarr (USA) to launch a comprehensive three-year Elite Programme.
- The Goal: To prepare Guyanese athletes specifically for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
- Scientific Approach: The initiative will provide biomechanics analysis, performance monitoring, and international coaching certifications.
- Modern Branding: For the first time, the program will also focus on social media management and monetization, helping athletes build and profit from their personal brands.
Football: Ordis FC and Motherland FC Secure Victories
Action in the Georgetown Football Association (GFA) Senior Men’s League heated up at the Plaisance Community Centre Ground on Thursday with two high-scoring fixtures.
- Match 1: Ordis FC defeated North Stars FC 4-2. Joshua Williams, Terrence Ash, and Ishmael Glenn were the standout scorers.
- Match 2: Motherland FC matched that scoreline with a 4-2 win over Beacon FC, powered by goals from Shamar Adams, Carlos Agard, and Londsdale George.
Cricket: Georgetown Dominates East Coast in U-19 Clash
In the DCB 2026 Inter-Association U-19 50-Overs Tournament, Georgetown sent a clear message with a massive 180-run victory over East Coast at the LBI Ground.
- The Batting: Georgetown amassed a towering 300-5 in their 50 overs, led by half-centuries from Kush Seegobin, Jonathan Mentore, and West Indies U-19 star Shamar Apple.
- The Bowling: The chase was quickly dismantled by Reyad Latiff, who produced a sensational spell to take 7-21, bowling out East Coast for just 119.
T20 World Cup: West Indies Shatter Records in Mumbai
The West Indies delivered a performance for the history books on Monday, crushing Zimbabwe by 107 runs in their Super 8 clash at the Wankhede Stadium.
- Mammoth Total: The Windies posted 254-6, the second-highest total in T20 World Cup history.
- Star Performers: Shimron Hetmyer was named Player of the Match for a blistering 85 off 34 balls, while captain Rovman Powell added 59.
- Spin Mastery: Gudakesh Motie (4-28) and Akeal Hosein (3-28) ensured Zimbabwe never stood a chance, bundling them out for 147.
- What’s Next: The West Indies move to Ahmedabad to face South Africa in a massive encounter this Thursday, February 26.
