PRESIDENT of the Guyana Volleyball Federation (GVF) Levi Nedd has confirmed that the national team will be selected as early as January 2020, to prepare for a number of events next year.

Last weekend’s ‘Spike-Down 2K19’, which was a collaboration between the National Sports Commission (NSC), the GVF and a pair of University of Guyana (UG) second year Law students; witnessed a collective calling for the immediate resuscitation of the sport.

Speaking with Chronicle Sport, Nedd said he was thrilled over the support shown by the three counties – Berbice, Essequibo and Demerara – as well as Director of Sport Chris Jones and the Government of Guyana; who helped to put on one of the better senior tournaments at the National Gymnasium in recent times.

“They (the government) have been consistent in their support of the GVF; they have continued to support and they have pledged to do so in the future so I’m pleased about that,” Nedd stated.

While the crown was won by the more experienced Young Achievers side, a number of junior players turned up to compete against a seasoned roster of players and Nedd lauded their courage and dedication. “I’m happy that young players have participated in the tournament especially those younger than 20, which shows volleyball can continue to grow”.

As for 2020, the GVF head pointed towards January as an important month for the Federation, as they will be looking to form their national squad and immediately begin the training/gelling process.

The team will compete in a number of local and overseas senior competitions throughout next year while the GVF will continue to spread their ongoing coaching clinics across Guyana.

Nedd further thanked the executives of the GVF for supporting the resuscitation of the sport hinting at a possible female festival tournament to wrap up 2019, once player availability and time permit. (Clifton Ross)