FOR THE second time running, defending champions Guyana Defence Force (GDF) out-muscled the University of Guyana (UG) wolves 19-12 to recapture the Yamaha Caribs Anniversary title last Sunday at the National Park Rugby field.
Patrick King was deemed the player-of-the-day, scoring two tries during the win, while R. Huston chipped in with a single along with Dwayne Schroder’s two conversions to secure the team’s victory.
For UG Wolves, Ryan Dey and Lance Adonis scored one try each while Godfrey Broomes converted one.
The GDF defeated Pepsi Hornets 10-7 while UG had beaten the tournament’s hosts 7-5 in the semi-finals.
Presenting the winning prizes to players, patron of the Guyana Rugby Football Union (GRFU), Kit Nascimento congratulated the teams for their skills and excellence displayed on the field and also reminded the players of the importance of Guyana recapturing the NACRA 7s title in Mexico this year, since this would lead to the Olympic Games next year.
The NACRA 7s is set for Mexico City, Mexico from December 3 to 4.
This year marks the 22nd Anniversary for the Yamaha Caribs and in recognition the team would normally host a tournament to commemorate their existence. The participating teams this year were Yamaha Caribs, GDF, Hornets, and the Guyana Police Force.