AS CLEAN-UP campaigns continue to sweep the nation, the Guyana Amateur Swimming Association (GASA) on Saturday joined in the action, mobilising almost 100 persons to participate in a clean-up action in the city.Turning out from 06:00hrs the group which included coaches, officials, swimmers and other stakeholders, picked up garbage, cleared drains, and weeded along Regent Road from Light Street to Shiv Chandrapaul Drive.
GASA president Ivan Persaud said that the association wanted to be a part of setting a good example for the young swimmers, who turned out in their numbers to support the initiative. Persaud noted how encouraged he was by the huge turnout, and the enthusiasm displayed by those present as they went about their task.
“Excellent, in one word, this morning was excellent. We had almost 100 persons from the GASA family out there, heeding the call. We acted on the call to better our environment. We’re part of the society and we have a role to play as well, so we just wanted to be a part of that. It’s something good for us to instil in the kids,” Persaud said.
The participants included a number of parents of the athletes. They were also heartened by the support that the event received and showed their elation at being a part of such a positive initiative, hoping that the efforts do not go in vain.
“It was very encouraging, and the enthusiasm was there. I just hope systems will be put in place so that this effort could be maintained,” one cheerful parent noted.
One of the coaches present told Chronicle Sport, “It was a great feeling to see everyone coming together. We forewent training this morning and all came out to do this. It’s good for Guyana.”