Jumbo Jet Need for Speed Karting Championship Scorches GMR&SC Circuit
BY DELWIN NEBLETT | HGP Nightly News|
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — The tarmac at the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) Circuit came alive on Saturday as Jumbo Jet Events successfully hosted the highly anticipated 2026 Need for Speed Karting Championship. The event drew the country’s finest drivers, who battled wheel-to-wheel across several high-octane categories, including Briggs Seniors (Light and Heavy), Briggs Juniors, Briggs Cadets, Briggs Female, Honda GX200, and SuperMoto Seniors.
International racer Calvin Ming put on a pure masterclass, spearheading the day’s outstanding performances with a clinical display of defensive lines and pure pace. He wasn’t alone in the winner’s circle; Matthew Daby dominated his field with precision, while Zachary Persaud left no room for doubt in his respective heats. In the junior and cadet divisions, Jeremy Tenpow and Asrudeen Mohamed proved exactly why they are viewed as the future of Guyanese motorsports, capturing crucial victories. Meanwhile, Paige Mendonca delivered a stellar performance to clean up in the Briggs Female category, rounding out a spectacular day of racing in the capital.
Ann’s Grove United Secures Crucial Win and Draw in EDFA Youth Ensemble
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
GOLDEN GROVE, GUYANA — Ann’s Grove United put on a highly disciplined display over the weekend during the East Demerara Football Association’s (EDFA) 2026 Youth Ensemble, locking down crucial points across two competitive age groups.
In the Under-13 category, Ann’s Grove went toe-to-toe against a fiercely competitive Mahaica Determinators outfit. In a structural, defensive battle where neither side refused to yield space inside the final third, the match concluded in a keenly contested 0-0 draw.
The club found its offensive breakthrough in the Under-15 tier, however, matching up against Melanie FC. In a tense, tactical affair, Ann’s Grove forward Tequan emerged as the hero of the day, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to fire home a brilliant, decisive strike. That solitary goal held up until the final whistle, sealing a narrow 1-0 victory for Ann’s Grove United and validating their rigorous developmental training program.
Kako and Waramadong Claim Championship Glory in D.C. Caesar Fox Football Finals
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
WARAMADONG, GUYANA — The Edwins United Sports Ground in Waramadong, Region 7, became a scene of absolute euphoria on Sunday as the 2026 D.C. Caesar Fox Football Tournament reached a thrilling conclusion.
In the highly anticipated Men’s grand final, the visiting team from Kako earned the title of regional champions after grinding out a narrow 1-0 victory over a resilient Paruima squad. The match was defined by fierce midfield battles, but Kako’s lone, precise conversion proved to be the ultimate difference-maker.
On the women’s side, the powerhouse hosts from Waramadong continued their absolute dominance in the annual tournament. Executing flawless passing sequences, Waramadong cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory over a determined Jawalla side, proudly hoisting their third consecutive championship trophy. Following the matches, tournament organizers presented individual accolades to honor the tournament’s top performers, handing out awards for the best male and female goalkeepers alongside the male and female tournament MVPs.
West Indies Academy Rallies Behind Evelyn and Anderson to Edge Sri Lanka in Series Opener
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA — A masterful, unbeaten half-century by Damel Evelyn guided the West Indies Academy to a thrilling 2-wicket victory over the Sri Lanka Emerging XI on Monday during the opening match of their white-ball series at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo.
Opting to field first, the West Indies bowling unit tore through the host’s batting order, dismantling Sri Lanka for a modest 184 in 33.4 overs. Middle-order batsman Nipun Dhananjaya anchored the home side’s resistance with a patient 65, but his efforts were thoroughly undone by a relentless dual-spin and pace attack. Zishan Motara and Jediah Blades led the destruction, each picking up 3 wickets apiece.
The Academy’s run-chase turned into a nerve-shredding affair as the Sri Lankan spinners took regular wickets to trigger a mid-innings collapse. However, Damel Evelyn stood completely firm, anchoring the chase with a mature, unbeaten 77*. Guyana’s own Kevlon Anderson provided the critical offensive spark, smashing a brisk 58 off just 45 deliveries to tilt the momentum back to the Caribbean team. The tail held its nerve, pushing the score to 185-8 in 31 overs to secure a hard-fought, opening-day win.
Jayawardena’s Majestic Ton Pulls Sri Lanka Level Despite Anderson’s Fighting Fifty
BY DELWIN NEBLETT
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA — A spectacular, 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.
