THE Guyana Football Federation (GFF) is proud to announce that three of its referees—Kenisha Prescott, Brandon Cyrus, and Safiya Goulding—are officiating at the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Boys Under-14 Challenge Series, being held in Trinidad and Tobago from August 16-24.

This milestone is a testament to the GFF’s rigorous training programmes, which are designed to produce referees of the highest calibre, ready to excel on regional and international stages. Following their recent intensive training and fitness sessions, these officials have shown exceptional promise, earning the opportunity to gain valuable regional experience at this significant tournament.

The Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Challenge Series, a highly competitive tournament, which usually takes place bi-annually, is a key development platform—showcasing young talent from across the Caribbean.

Kenisha Prescott, who recently returned from officiating at the CONCACAF Girls Under-15 Championship in Costa Rica, is one of the referees whose hard work and dedication have been recognised by this selection. Prescott credits the GFF’s training programmes for helping her elevate her game to new heights. “I am grateful for the opportunity to be here to showcase my talent, which will help me to elevate to the next level,” Prescott shared. She added, “I set realistic short-term goals and try to achieve them. So I would try in each tournament, I would try to reach the semifinals or finals. And once I achieved that goal, it would aid me in achieving my larger goal, which is to attend a Gold Cup, a World Cup.”

Brandon Cyrus, who has been officiating for approximately seven years, is another referee who has greatly benefitted from the GFF’s structured development programmes. Acknowledging the importance of mentorship and guidance provided by the Federation, Cyrus said, “Firstly, I need to acknowledge the fact that the opportunity of even being here is a very special thing to me…

None of this would be possible for me without my mentors… These people have helped craft me and shaped me in such a way that I am ready to take on any obstacles ahead.” He emphasised, “What I have to say to the others home, it’s not impossible. So I invite you to have a clear mind and be ready, have a good work ethic, and it’s always possible to achieve any goal.”