MINISTER of Sport Dr Frank Anthony in a release said that he is pleased with the performance of Guyana’s youths who triumphed over their equals from French Guiana and Suriname to win the first leg of the Inter-Guiana Games (IGG). 

Athletes from the three countries competed in the disciplines of basketball, swimming and athletics, with each component consisting of both male and females.
“Guyana’s outstanding performance in the competition is due to the hard work, commitment and dedication of the athletes and their coaches. In this regard, we at the Ministry would like to say that we sincerely appreciate your effort and are looking forward for continued success,” said Minister Anthony.
According to the longstanding Sport Minister, his ministry has been diligent in ensuring investments are made into sports development in terms of training opportunities and the installation of facilities such as the synthetic track and the aquatic centre.
The achievement by the Guyana Team, Minister Anthony said is a fruit from the investments made in sports development, adding “While our attention will not waver, it is hoped that our athletes will be encouraged by the provisions made for them and push themselves to achieve greater things.
“It is our intention that with the installation of state-of-the-art and internationally standardised facilities, our athletes will be able to train on a higher level which will, in turn, see them reach their full potential in their respective sport disciplines”
Minister Anthony also thanked the teams from Suriname and French Guiana, whom he said had travelled a long distance, for sharing their talents, noting that together, they have successfully pulled off a very successful Inter-Guiana Games.
The second leg of the games is set for October in Suriname.