NEW ERA Entertainment launched the third edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Linden Inter-Schools Football Tournament on March 29, 2025, with matches scheduled to commence on April 4th at the Wisburg Secondary School ground.
ExxonMobil Guyana, the tournament’s primary sponsor, emphasised its commitment to youth development. “We’re excited to be part of this initiative again,” said Ryan Hoppie, Community Relations Advisor.
“Sport is vital to our lives; it teaches us teamwork, discipline, and resilience and brings people and communities together.”

The tournament will feature eight schools: Wisburg Secondary, Christianburg-Wismar Secondary, Mackenzie High, New Silver City Secondary, Linden Foundation Secondary, Kwakwani/Arima Secondary, Linden Technical Institute, and Harmony Secondary. The teams will be divided into two groups of four for a round-robin stage, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals.

The winning team will receive $400,000, second place $200,000, third place $100,000, and fourth place $50,000, with all prizes to be awarded as tokens or school enhancement projects.
Wainewright Bethune, President of the Upper Demerara Association, commended the organisers and sponsors for their commitment to community development and football, and encouraged the players to maintain the high level of competition seen in previous years.
Dawn Mc Cammon Barker, District Education Officer, emphasised the importance of discipline, reminding players they represent their schools.

Matches will be held at Wisburg Secondary on April 4th, 5th, 9th, 11th, 18th, and 20th. Games will also be played at Kwakwani on April 12th, with the final scheduled for April 26th at Wisburg Secondary.