TWO businesses yesterday came on board with sponsorship for the upcoming Mackeson Georgetown Masters Football Knockout Tournament which kicks off on Saturday at the GFC ground and will see twelve teams in action. Star Party Rentals and Scott’s Jewellery were the first two businesses to come forward and support the tournament.
Star Party Rentals Sales Representative Ms. Francia Chase presented a cheque of an undisclosed amount to Lyndon Boston, vice-chairman of the Georgetown Masters Football Association (GMFA) at their Campbellville office.
Boston, on receiving the cheque expressed thanks to Chase on behalf of the GMFA and the participating clubs for their timely intervention. Chase on handing over the cheque indicated that this is a contribution of their social and community support in the development of sports in Guyana.
A similar gesture was done at Scott’s Jewellery on Charlotte and Orange Walk where Sales Representative Ms Savita Budhoo presented a cheque and echoed similar sentiments. She noted that her company is grateful to be a part of the tournament and will be coming out to support the teams as they battle for the top prizes.
Boston again on behalf of the GMFA thanked the sponsor for their support. The tournament will comprise eleven local masters football teams and one overseas team.
The teams will be battling for over G$1M in cash prizes with individual and team plate prizes. Ansa McAl Trading under the Mackeson Brand is the main sponsor.