GUYANA’S Cue Sports Association (CSAG) is set to launch its most significant tournament to date, the National 8 Ball Team Championship, with major backing from El Dorado Rum.
The championship, featuring 168 players across 24 teams from regions including Bartica, Linden, Berbice, and Georgetown, will commence on Sunday, 8 June, at the Embassy Sports Bar in Movietowne.

Highlighting its nationwide reach, matches will be played across six venues, spanning from Berbice to the West Coast Demerara, bringing the competition directly to communities.
The tournament will run throughout June, with the final scheduled for 7 July, when a new national team champion will be decided.

Larry Wills, Brands Manager for El Dorado Rum’s parent company Demerara Distillers Limited, said: “El Dorado Rum is proud to be the title sponsor of this groundbreaking tournament. We believe in honouring talent, togetherness, and community engagement – values at the heart of this championship and our brand.”

The team-based format is expected to add a dynamic edge to the competition, fostering local rivalries and emphasising strategic collaboration.
Alfred Mekdeci, President of the CSAG, stated: “The El Dorado Rum National 8 Ball Team Championship is a landmark event for cue sports in Guyana, made possible through this invaluable partnership. The strong participation highlights a promising future for pool in Guyana.”

CSAG has been praised for its efforts in developing cue sports and raising competitive standards across the country.
The event is also supported by a range of partners including KM Technology, WM Services, and several local sports bars and businesses. Organisers anticipate the championship will elevate the profile of 8-ball pool in Guyana and inspire future players.