Black Bush Poulder Lights Up; Football Federation Launches Youth “Ensemble” Initiative
By: Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News|
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — From the transformation of rural sporting grounds to the strategic development of national football, Guyana’s sporting landscape is seeing rapid evolution this week. However, the community also pauses to mourn a significant loss in the dominoes fraternity. Here is your sports wrap-up for Friday, March 27, 2026.
Facilities: State-of-the-Art Floodlights Commissioned at Lesbeholden
In a major win for athletes in Black Bush Poulder, Region 6, the Lesbeholden Community Centre Ground is now fully operational for night-time sports.
- The Upgrade: High-intensity, state-of-the-art floodlights have been installed as part of the government’s nationwide facility enhancement project.
- Community Engagement: Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sport, Hon. Charles Ramson Jr., visited the ground for a late-evening consultation. Dozens of residents engaged the Minister on future development plans, marking a new era for sports in the agricultural hub.
Football: GFF Begins Nationwide “Youth Ensemble” Consultations
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has officially kicked off a series of consultations aimed at revolutionizing the local game through the Youth Ensemble Program.
- The Objective: To strengthen the national football structure by expanding youth opportunities, improving coaching standards, and creating clearer pathways for player development.
- Regional Input: The GFF is meeting with regional associations and youth clubs across all ten regions to ensure the program is tailored to specific community needs. Implementation is set to begin as soon as the consultation phase concludes.
Squash: Mac & Cheese Junior Tournament Hits the Courts
The National Racket Centre in Georgetown is buzzing with energy following the start of the Mac & Cheese Junior Skill Level Squash Tournament.
- High Participation: A total of 62 young players have registered for the four-day event.
- Rising Stars: Early victories have already been recorded by several standout juniors, including Tyler Rahaman, Alexa Maikoo, Eagan Bulkan, and Ethan Bulkan. The tournament is scheduled to reach its climax with the Grand Finals this Friday evening.
Cricket: Malteenoes U-17 Dominates Queen’s College
Action in the 2026 Enline Security Inc. U-17 50 Overs Tournament saw the Malteenoes Sports Club (MSC) secure a convincing victory over the students of Queen’s College.
- MSC Innings: Batting first, Malteenoes posted a total of 206 in 43 overs, with Shane Shivbarran leading the charge with a top score of 34.
- The Defense: Queen’s College struggled in their chase, eventually being bundled out for 117 in 37.1 overs. Nathaniel Harper was the star with the ball, returning figures of 3–8 to seal an 89-run win.
Dominoes: Sporting Community Mourns the Loss of Roberto Osborne
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed profound sorrow following the sudden and unexpected passing of Roberto Osborne, Vice-President of the Guyana National Domino Federation.
- A Sudden Departure: Reports indicate that Osborne passed away in his sleep on Monday night and was found unresponsive the following morning.
- A Lasting Legacy: Highly regarded for his commitment to the development of dominoes, Osborne’s death is being described as a massive blow to the sport. The NSC and the wider sporting fraternity extend their deepest condolences to his family.
“May his soul rest in peace.”
