THE management of MD Auto Imports of Anna Regina, Essequibo Coast has given its support towards the inaugural “Essequibo Is We Own Softball Cricket Cup”, which is slated for 3rd and 4th May, 2025 at various venues to be named in region 2.

The tournament is being organised by the newly formed RS Sports in association with Roraima Community Developers and the Essequibo Softball Cricket League (ESCL).
Mr. Maheepa Dharie, Director of MD Auto Imports, said that he is very pleased to support the two-day event that will involve softball teams in the region and afar. He went on to say that the game of softball cricket is what helps to encourage youths to be part of the game and be active in positive things that will shape their future.

Mr. Maheepa Dharie further said that softball cricket is known to be competitive and brings out positive vibes amongst the players that put their all into winning, and not the vibes in the players alone, but also in the spectators that is supporting their village team.

He said the management of MD Auto Imports wishes all the teams the very best and looks forward to the players playing the game under the rules that govern the games to ensure fairness.
On the other hand Mr. Basil Persaud, one of the coordinators of the tournament thank Mr. Maheepa Dharie and his entity for supporting this inaugural “Essequibo Is We Own Softball Cricket Cup,” which is integral in developing young cricketers towards a brighter future in the sport and, most importantly, brings the people together through sports.

According to the organisers, the event is being organised to show support, by sending a message of solidarity through sports that Essequibo Belongs to Guyana, and we all stand by it in ensuring everyone plays their part in standing up.

The two-day limited-overs tournament will be played in three categories: open male, female, and over 40, with round-arm and risk bowling, in a one-game knock format. The teams will be battling for bragging rights, while over 1 million in cash incentives and trophies will be up for grabs by the winner, runner-up, MVP, player of the final, best bowler, best batsman, and player of the match in all the games in the various categories.

DBL Group Inc., U. Balgobin Electrical and Construction Services, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, Shi-Oil, International Imports and Supplies, and Roraima Developers are also supporting the tournament.

Interested teams are asked to contact the competition coordinators on the following numbers: Das 604-3212, Wakeel (ESCL) 628-8030, Basil 610-0842, Brian 651-0358, or RS Sports on 657-2022.  Registration closes on 1st May 2025.

According to the organisers, plans are being put in place for a grand party-like atmosphere during the playoffs, and spectators can expect many side attractions as we show solidarity as “ONE GUYANA”.