GFF stages Girl’s football festival

THE Guyana Football Federation (GFF) successfully hosted a Girls Football Festival recently, bringing together young female athletes from ages ten to twelve (12) to promote more participation in the sport and identify promising talent. The festival featured two legs: one held at the National Training Centre (NTC) in Providence, Region Four (4), and the other at the Richmond Ground in Essequibo, Region Two (2).

Speaking about the significance of the festival, GFF President Wayne Forde said, “Our goal is to ensure that every girl in Guyana has the opportunity to play football and explore their potential. This festival not only showcases their talent but also emphasises our commitment to gender inclusivity and grassroots development in the sport.”

At the NTC, six secondary schools delivered thrilling performances. In the opening match, Dolphin Secondary fell 3-1 to Charlestown Secondary, with Christol Nicholas scoring for Dolphin, while Kellyann Ellis netted all three goals for Charlestown. East Ruimveldt Secondary defeated Lodge Secondary 2-0 in the second game, thanks to a brace from Rodlesa Collins. Tucville Secondary showcased their dominance in the third match with a 4-0 victory over Dolphin Secondary, with Trienia Mars, Mariah Campbell (two goals), and Arlene Singh contributing to the win. The New Central High overwhelmed Lodge Secondary 5-0 in the fourth encounter, with goals from Christina McPherson (two), Mary Tancredo, Kesanna Griffith, and Sarafina James. Tucville Secondary edged Charlestown Secondary 1-0 in a tightly contested fifth game, with Mariah Campbell scoring the decisive goal. In the final match, The New Central High secured a 2-0 win against East Ruimveldt Secondary, with Christina McPherson finding the back of the net twice.

In Essequibo, four teams — Abram Zuil Secondary (AZS), Cotton Field Secondary (CFSS), Charity Secondary (CSS), and Wakapoa Secondary School (WSS) — competed fiercely. AZS and WSS played to a goalless draw in their opening encounter. CFSS fell 1-0 to CSS in the second match, with Navita Baird scoring the lone goal. WSS and CFSS ended their third game in a 1-1 draw, as Taren Thomas and Briana Thornhim scored for their respective teams.

The fourth game saw CSS and AZS in a scoreless deadlock. The penultimate game between WSS and CSS concluded in a 1-1 draw, with Davanie Wilson and Akaile Cox scoring for WSS and CSS, respectively. The championship match was a nail-biter, as CSS emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over AZS from a goal scored by Sheliza Boston.

The GFF commends all participants and continues to champion initiatives that foster talent and inclusivity in football. Events like this underline the federation’s commitment to growing the game across Guyana and providing young girls with a platform to excel.

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