THE Georgetown Softball Cricket League (GSCL) Inc. will commence the 2025 season in grand style with the Republic Cup three-day softball extravaganza, set for February 14-16.

According to the GSCL, the tournament is being staged in honour of Guyana’s 55th Republican status and will be played in the usual three men’s categories – Open All Stars, Masters Over-40 and Legends Over-50 over 20 overs. A significant addition will also be the inclusion of a women’s category which will be 15-over affairs.

While a few teams have already signaled their intention to participate, the GSCL is urging others to do so since registration process will be closed shortly. Interested teams in all categories are asked to contact 219-0451 and 610-7902 for further details.

The GSCL pointed out that softball cricket has always been part of the Guyanese culture and it is determined to keep the grassroot sport alive. It said that as an organisation, it’s vision is about the promotion and playing of softball cricket.

“We are also endeavouring to achieve the goal of encouraging and fostering a sense of community among all cricket enthusiasts, hence the staging of the Republic Cup tournament.”
Meanwhile, defending Over-50 champions, Regal Legends will also be using the tournament as preparations for the upcoming Orlando Cup to be staged on April 4-6 in Orlando.