Dominoes enthusiasts will have the chance to show their skills when the Lions club of Bell-Air, in collaboration with Beepats through the Supligen brand,hosts a two- day tournament on March 25-26.
The tournament, which was officially launched on Friday at the Lions’ headquarters in section K Campbellville, was initially slated for 32 teams, but organisers say they have in excess of that figure.However,they said that provision will be made to accommodate those additional teams that are interested.
The tournament will be run under the auspices of the Guyana Dominoes Association and according to vice-president,Rodwell Phillips,his entity was happy to be on board once again.
Phillips added that the tournament fits hand-in-glove with their plan to decentralise the sport and have it spread throughout the country.
President of the Club,LN Matthew Langevine,contended that they were happy to be joining with the Supligen brand for the tournament, reminding that their friendship goes way back in the areas of benevolence.
Meanwhile, Supligen Brand Manager,Michael Gomes contended that the support comes because of the fund-raising nature of the event, adding that the relationship between the company and the organisation has grown over the years.
He contended that they are keen on initiatives that support the less fortunate in society,and noted that funding of this nature came ‘without hesitation.’
He too called on interested groups,both in the Private and Public Sectors,to come out and support a worthy cause.
GDA Special Events Co-ordinator,Orin Boston,contended that there is no shortage of prizes for the event, adding that over $500,000 in total prize money will be up for grabs
Teams can uplift registration forms from trophy sponsors,Rays One Stop Auto Parts and Ramchands on Sheriff Street,as well as the Lions club. Entrance fee is $12,000 per team and the Most Valuable Player will receive $10,000 and a case of Supligen.