MVP Sports U11 Pee Wee Football Tournament
From right, Nazim Hassan Representative of V&V Distributors handing over Cheque to Petra Representative Aaliyah Hinds in the presence of Petra Co-Director, Troy Mendonca
From right, Nazim Hassan Representative of V&V Distributors handing over Cheque to Petra Representative Aaliyah Hinds in the presence of Petra Co-Director, Troy Mendonca
  • V&V distributors on board as tournament starts today

V&V distributors, one of the main distributors of Soft n Pretty range of hygiene products is the latest entity on board with the 8th edition of the MVP Sports Girls U11 Pee Wee Football Competition set to kick off today at the Ministry of Education Ground on CARFESTA Avenue.

Nazim Hassan, V&V distributor’s representative said that they have recognised the work of the Petra Organisation and felt the need to offer their continued support.

“We are pleased to be associated with the Petra Organisation, whose work at the grass root level with many schools’ football programme has not gone unnoticed by our company; this is why we have been supportive of this entity over the years. We are particularly pleased now to be associated directly with the U11 female primary school football programme using our Soft and Pretty brand of products,” Hassan said.

According to the company’s representative, they are happy to give back and to be generous to social and school programmes that have a positive influence on young people in the society.
Co-Director of Petra Troy Mendonca said that as women’s football takes more prominence on the global stage, they are grateful for support of the corporate community which has seen the realisation and sustenance of the competition locally.

He added, “This programme started eight years ago and I must compliment the organisation and the Ministry of Education for seeing the vision to bring it to this point, where the tournament can continue to be a part of the annual programme of activities. Definitely Mr. Hassan, this contribution will go a long way in not only running the programme but creating a platform and environment for these young girls to showcase their talent, as they strive to be the future leaders not only on the field but off it through the life lessons they will learn.”

Meanwhile twelve exciting matches will open the tournament at Ministry of Education Ground from 10:00 hours.
The opening clash will feature Batavia Primary coming up against FE Pollard while Potaro Primary will lock horns with Smith Memorial at the same time on field two.

Genesis Academy are also lined up to come up against West Ruimveldt Primary.

Linden’s One Mile Primary will also play North Georgetown with Waramuri Primary Top set to face off against last year’s finalist, St John the Baptiste.
Defending champions, Marian Academy also turn out against Georgetown International Academy (GIA) looking to pick up where they left off last year.

Round 2 is set to also runoff on the same day with Batavia meeting West Ruimveldt and Potaro playing North Georgetown.
Other clashes see Genesis Academy playing FE Pollard, One Mile against Smith Memorial, Waramuri taking on Tucville Primary and the 2023 winners Marian Academy closing off the day against Stella Marris Primary.

The 8th edition of the MVP sports girls’ u-11 football tournament features 12 teams drawn from several regions around the country.

Sports apparel company MVP sports located in the Giftland mall is the tournament title sponsor for the last two years.

 

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