Petra Postpones starting date due to inclement weather

THE Petra Organisation has postponed the start date of the highly anticipated 6th Annual ExxonMobil U-14 Football tournament.

A statement from the Organisers on Thursday indicated that the tournament, initially scheduled to start on June 14 has been shifted by one week to June 21 with the opening and march past set for that date.

Meanwhile the body and title sponsor, ExxonMobil on Wednesday, hosted the official team briefing and ball distribution exercise at the National Library

teams were presented with practice balls ahead of the tournament to ensure that final bit of preparation is done.

Petra Organisation Co-Director Troy Mendonca said, “From just a few teams, we now have 52 teams participating, representing eight administrative regions. This growth is a testament to your commitment to youth development through sport.”

Meanwhile  ExxonMobil’s Community Relations Advisor, Lasawhna Prescott, contended, “We have seen the inclusion of more schools and players over the years, and are always impressed by the amazing display of football skills, team spirit and growth.

Meanwhile, Christina Ramroop, Local Content Manager at Stena Drilling, told the students, “Play with passion, perseverance, and commitment.”

52 participating teams (32 boys’ and 20 girls’) will be each vying for the $400,000 first-place prize, a championship trophy, and medals. Prizes will also be awarded to second, third, and fourth-place finishers.