By Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News |
— It is a weekend of historic milestones and high-stakes regional competition. From the boxing rings of Berbice to the elite tracks of Texas, Guyanese athletes are setting new benchmarks for excellence. Here is your comprehensive sports wrap for Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Boxing: Michael Parris Series Heads to Corentyne in Honor of Late Coach
The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) brings the Michael Parris Pepsi U-16 Championship Series to the Ancient County today.
- The Venue: Action begins at 14:00hrs (2:00 PM) at the Rose Hall Primary School in Corentyne.
- A Promise Kept: GBA President Steve Ninvalle noted that this tournament fulfills a pledge made at the funeral of the late legendary coach Gregory “Chassis” Cort to bring developmental boxing to Berbice in his honor.
- Long-Term Vision: The event features top amateur prospects from gyms nationwide, focusing on building character, discipline, and providing much-needed ring exposure for the next generation of Guyanese fighters.
Athletics: Keliza Smith Becomes Guyana’s Fastest Woman Over 200m
Sprint sensation Keliza Smith has cemented her place in the history books following a legendary performance at the 2026 SEC Indoor Championships in Texas.
- The Record: Representing Louisiana State University (LSU), Smith clocked a blistering 22.91 seconds in the 200m.
- Double Eclipse: This time shatters both the previous Indoor National Record (23.02s) and the long-standing Outdoor National Record (22.94s).
- New Sprint Queen: Smith has officially surpassed Brenessa Thompson to become the fastest Guyanese woman ever over the distance, marking a new era for local athletics on the international stage.
Football: MODEC Tertiary Tournament Ignites Berbice and Georgetown
The 2026 MODEC Tertiary Football Tournament enters its next phase this weekend with double-headers scheduled for both Berbice and the capital.
- Saturday (Scotts Ground, Berbice) – 16:00hrs:
- New Amsterdam Technical Institute (NATI) vs. Government Technical Institute (GTI).
- Upper Corentyne Technical Institute vs. Port Mourant Technical Institute.
- Sunday (Queen’s College Ground, Georgetown) – 13:30hrs:
- University of Guyana (UG) vs. Essequibo Technical Institute (ETI).
- Linden Technical Institute (LTI) vs. Mahaicony Technical Institute.
Cricket: Georgetown Crushes Upper Demerara in U-19 Inter-Association Play
Dominant performances defined Thursday’s action in the Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) 2026 Inter-Association U-19 50-Overs Tournament.
- The Georgetown Demolition: At the Police Sports Club Ground, Georgetown hammered Upper Demerara by a staggering 254 runs. Dhanesh Persaud and Shamar Apple both struck half-centuries to propel the hosts to 317-8. Upper Demerara crumbled for just 63 in response.
- West Demerara Edge East Bank: Over at Meten-Meer-Zorg, West Demerara defended a small total of 82 by bowling out East Bank for 60. Parmeshwar Ram was the hero with the ball, taking 4-14.
International Cricket: Windies Women Seek Redemption in T20 Series
After a disappointing 2-1 defeat in the ODI series, the West Indies Women are shifting gears as they prepare to face Sri Lanka in the T20 International format.
- First Encounter: The 1st of three T20Is bowls off today at 13:00hrs (1:00 PM) at the National Cricket Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada.
- Crucial Schedule: With the 2nd match tomorrow (Sunday) and the final game on Tuesday, the Windies will be looking for a clinical start to reclaim momentum on home soil.
