Over 500 participants from communities on the East Coast of Demerara are expected to participate in the various sporting disciplines which include: softball cricket, football, dominoes, volleyball, table tennis, circle tennis, martial arts, track and field, draughts, chess and a host of other activities.

This initiative is aimed at using sports as the catalyst to encourage the youths of today to live healthy, active lives. It is also pointed at bolstering the ideals of camaraderie and healthy interaction among peers to curb the strain of violence in society, HIV/AIDS awareness and drug awareness.

The ball will roll off in traditional sporting fashion with an official opening ceremony which will include an assembly and march past of the athletes and officials. Early registration is advised and on the day of the event registration will take place between 08:45 h and 09:15 h.

The charge will be delivered by senior officials of the Government, Political Parties, and Regional Administrators who are expected to attend. A big ride, which will be kicked off by Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Dr Frank Anthony, is also on the day’s itinerary.