Championship Glory: Harpy Eagles Rule the Ring and DeNobrega Dominates the Court
By: Delwin Neblett | HGP Nightly News|
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA — From the clinical strikes in the boxing ring to the strategic rallies on the tennis court, Guyana’s sporting landscape was ablaze with championship energy over the weekend. Whether it was the next generation of pugilists proving their worth at the ‘Six Head’ Gym or the national cricket selectors looking toward future prospects in Antigua, the week has been a showcase of elite talent. Here is your comprehensive sports wrap-up for Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Boxing: Harpy Eagles Soar at GBA Youth Developmental Tournament
The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) successfully hosted its latest Youth Developmental Tournament on Saturday at the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis Gym in Albouystown, uncovering a new wave of ring talent.
- Overall Champions: The Harpy Eagles Boxing Gym delivered a dominant performance to claim the overall gym title.
- Individual Standouts:
- Abu Barker: Named Best School-Aged Boxer.
- Itavius Vanderstoop: Awarded Best Junior Boxer.
- Jofes Jackson: Recognized as the Best Youth Boxer.
- Female Action: In the day’s solitary female bout, Makayla Ross displayed superior ring craft to secure a points victory over Kenisha Klass.
Cycling: Kevon Stephens Triumphs in Linden Town Week Race
The hills of Linden provided a grueling backdrop for the 2026 Linden Town Week Cycle Race on Saturday, featuring a demanding route from Guyana Stores to Moblissa and back.
- The Podium: Kevon Stephens showed incredible stamina to emerge as the champion. He was followed by Mark Lewis in 2nd place, while the legendary race patron James “Joelyn” Joseph proved his enduring class by finishing 3rd.
Tennis: Nathan DeNobrega Claims Rebel Open Men’s Title
The 2026 Rebel Open Tennis Championships concluded on Tuesday evening at the GBTI Courts in Diamond, crowning champions across multiple categories after a week of high-intensity play.
- The Main Event: In the Men’s Open Final, Nathan DeNobrega maintained his composure during a tense second-set tiebreak to secure a 6-1, 7-6(2) victory over Gerald Scotland.
- A Growing Field: The tournament also crowned winners in the Novice and Junior categories, signaling a bright future for the sport’s developmental ranks.
Cricket: Shivbarran’s Century Drives Malteenoes to Massive U-17 Win
Action in the GCA Enline Security Logistics U-17 50-Overs Tournament saw a masterclass in batting at the Malteenoes Sports Club Ground on Sunday.
- The Total: Batting first against GT XI, Malteenoes racked up a formidable 262-8 in their 50 overs, anchored by a “brilliant” 133 from Shane Shivbarran.
- The Defense: The GT XI chase never gained momentum, as they were bundled out for just 101. Tyler Nedd and Nathaniel Ramkhelawan were the chief destroyers, picking up 3 wickets each in the 161-run victory.
Cricket: Van Lange and Lovell Earn Call-ups for West Indies Academy Warm-up
The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has officially named a 13-member squad for a four-day warm-up match against the West Indies Academy, scheduled for May 10–13 at the Antigua Recreation Ground.
- The New Face: West Indies U-19 Vice-Captain Jonathan Van Lange has earned his first senior call-up, a move aimed at integrating the young talent into the red-ball setup.
- Squad Changes: All-rounder Thaddeus Lovell joins the Tevin Imlach-led squad. Notably, speedsters Isai Thorne and Shamar Joseph have been omitted from this specific fixture to manage their workloads.
