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GUYANA CHRONICLE, Friday July 27, 2018
Guyana Cup endorsed by THAG THE Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) is pleased to endorse the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee in its hosting of the 12th Annual Guyana Cup in collaboration with the Rising Sun Turf Club on August 19. Over the past 12 hostings the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee has been expanding to cater to increasing numbers of visitors - new and returning, having received approximately 12 000 at last year’s event. Noteworthy and most commendable are its attention to detail, security, health, and safety of the teams and visitors alike.
Sport tourism refers to the experience of travelling to engage in or view sport-related activities. It is generally recognised that there are three types of sport tourism - Sport Event Tourism, Active Sport Tourism, and Nostalgia Sport Tourism. Sports event tourism includes hallmark events such as the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup. Since the early 1990s, international sporting events such as the World Cups and the Olympic Games were actively promoted as tourist attractions, bringing large numbers of people to the destination following their team or in this case favourite horses.
In a release to the media, THAG noted; “Additionally, these major hallmark events, sponsored tournaments such as the IPL Twenty20 Cricket and Tennis have also joined the plethora of this spectator-based sector of sport tourism. Similarly, tourism associated with professional sport teams and athletics namely the Digicel Meet in Jamaica are part of this type of sports tourism. Who is to say that the Annual Guyana Cup cannot attain these heights?” The Annual Guyana Cup is a successful tourism event in its own right, having been responsible for bringing new and unique niche of visitors to the destination following
Rashid recalled to England squad for first Test against India
Adil Rashid has played 10 Tests for England.
(REUTERS) - Adil Rashid has been recalled to the England squad for the first Test against India, despite the leg-spinner saying he wanted to focus on limited-overs cricket. The 30-year-old signed a white-ball only contract with his county Yorkshire in February but said he “was not finished” with the longest format of the game. Rashid, who has played 10 Tests and picked up 38 wickets, was picked in the 13-man squad ahead of Jack Leach and Dom Bess, the two Somerset spinners who have featured in the last three Tests. Rashid earns his recall on the back of strong performances in one-day matches against India over the last few weeks. A hot and dry summer means spinners are likely to play an important role in the Test series. “Following his decision in
February 2018, Adil has a whiteball-only contract to play for Yorkshire this summer,” England selector Ed Smith said in a statement. “That arrangement is unchanged by his selection for England. However, Adil fully understands that if he wishes to be eligible for Test cricket in the 2019 season, he must have a county contract to play four-day cricket. “Moving forward, England Test players must be committed to the County Championship.” All-rounder Moeen Ali has been recalled to the Test squad for the first time since the tour of New Zealand to offer another spin bowling option, while Essex seamer Jamie Porter earned his first call-up. Chris Woakes, who is still recovering from thigh and knee injuries, was left out of the squad as the selection panel was keen to avoid rushing the all-rounder back too soon. Joe Root’s England host India at Edgbaston in first of five Test matches from August 1 to 5. Full squad: Joe Root (captain), Moeen Ali, James Anderson, Jonny Bairstow (wicketkeeper), Stuart Broad, Jos Buttler, Alastair Cook, Sam Curran, Keaton Jennings, Dawid Malan, Jamie Porter, Adil Rashid, Ben Stokes.
The Guyana Cup is scheduled for August 19 at the Rising Sun Turf Club in Berbice.
the offspring of their internationally bred horses from the USA, Suriname, Trinidad, Canada and other locations. “It is with delight that THAG endorses this sporting tourism initiative hosted by the Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred
North Essequibo to host cricket camp THE North Essequibo Cricket Committee will host its annual camp from August 11 to 18 at the Anna Regina Community Centre ground on the Essequibo Coast. The camp will involve both male and female players, ages 8 to 16, and will cover batting, bowling and fielding techniques including wicket-keeping. There will also be daily presentations by the Essequibo Coast and Pomeroon Umpires and Scorers Association on the subject of Umpiring. The Committee in its quest to promote cricket development is committed towards creating opportunities for its constituent members, according to president of the NECCC, Prince Holder. He further acknowledged that for the duration of the camp, players will be provided with the necessary gear and other required resource materials in order to meaningfully participate. He is also urging the corporate community to contribute towards the successful staging of the camp which will have sessions commencing at 09:00hrs and ending at 13:00hrs each day. Players desirous of participating are required to be appropriately attired and have consent from their parents in writing. North Essequibo, over the years, has produced some outstanding cricketers who have participated in similar exercises. Former national youth leg-spinner Ray Reid, Dinesh Joseph, Brian Stephney who represented the Leeward Islands in first class cricket, Latchmikhant Narine, Vishwanauth Lall and Fidel Cameron among others have benefited from the expertise of the late former national fast bowler and coach Courtney Gonsalves and Alfred Maycock. This year’s camp will be spearheaded by WICB Level 11 Accredited coach Elroy Stephney who will be supported by umpires Deva Dass and Wazeer Dhanraj from the Essequibo Coast/Pomeroon Umpires and Scorers Association. Those desirous of being a part of the camp are asked to make contact with Stephney on 621-8484. Registration is free as the Committee extends a cordial invitation to all aspiring young cricketers to grasp the opportunity to further enhance their talent.
Racing Committee and proposes that it should be added as a calendar event for fans of horse-racing and families alike who are seeking new experiences while in Guyana.” “As a family-oriented
and a key tourism event for Berbice, THAG encourages all patrons to have a designated driver, if you drink, drink responsibly and travel safely when departing the event.”
Former Man United manager Ferguson thanks hospital staff after brain surgery (REUTERS) - Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has thanked hospital staff after he underwent emergency surgery in May following a brain haemorrhage. The 76-year-old Scot had collapsed at his home and was rushed to Macclesfield district hospital. He was then taken to another hospital in Salford where he was operated on. “Hello. Just a quick message, first of all to thank the medical staff at Macclesfield, Salford Royal and Alexandra hospitals,” Ferguson said in a video yesterday in his first public appearance since recovering. “Believe me, without those people, who gave me such great care, I would not be sitting here today. So thank you from me and my family, thank you very much. “It’s made me feel so humble, as have all the messages I’ve received from all over the world, wishing me the best. And the good wishes do resonate very, very strongly with me. So thank you for that support you’ve given me.” Ferguson had appeared
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson
on the Old Trafford pitch only days before he suffered the brain injury, presenting former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger with a commemorative trophy. He hopes to return to watch Jose Mourinho’s United play later in the season. “I’ll be back later in the season to watch the team,” Ferguson said. “In the meantime, all the best to Jose and the players. Thank you very much.” Ferguson was United manager from 1986 to 2013, winning the Champions League twice, the Premier League 13 times and five FA Cups.