A team of ten – seven athletes and three officials – will be Guyana’s representatives at the South American Under-20 Championship in Colombia from May 19-21.
The members based in Guyana, departed Tuesday morning for Colombia via Panama.

Prior to departure, they paid a courtesy call to the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., and Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle.

The National Sports Commission and corporate played a significant role in financing the team’s presence in Colombia according to the Athletics Association of Guyana.
Team Manager Kenisha Headley expressed confidence that the team will do well given their high rankings within South America.

CARIFTA Games Under-17, 400 meters Gold medalist, Tianna Springer, headlines the team along with Ezikiel Newton and USA-based Wesley Nobel Jr. who impressed at the Games as well.
Team Guyana: Tianna Springer (200m, 400m), Karese Lloyd (100m, 200m), Ezekiel Newton (100m, 200m), Wesley Nobel Jr. (200m, 400m), Erin Leitch (Long Jump), Jaheel Corvette (200m, 400m), Isiah Trim (High Jump)

Management: Johnny Greavesande (coach), Kenisha Headley (Manager), Akeem Stewart (Physiotherapist)