Thursday February 12, 2015
Kaieteur News
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E-Networks Crossfit Inter Secondary schools Under-15 GAMES LAUNCHED cricket competition returns to Berbice Attended by a cadre of fitness experts and enthusiasts, the 704 Bar was abuzz with excitement and conversation as Organisers of the E-Networks Crossfit Games Guyana launched the activity which will be staged on March 1, at the National Park Tarmac. Also in attendance were representatives of the various sponsors including Platinum sponsor E- Networks, Courts Guyana Inc, Banks DIH under its Aqua Mist, Powerade and Vitamalt Plus, DeSinco / Degree, Fitness Express, 704/ Golden Brook, Guyana Freight Services, Planet Express, AXE Apparel, Star Party Rentals, Moksha, Associated Packers Inc, Genesis Fitness Express and
Hits and Jams / HJTV/ 94.1. According to a representative of the Organising Committee, the Crossfit concept promotes both physical exercise philosophy and is also a competitive fitness sport incorporating workout elements such as high intensity interval training, Olympic weightlifting, aerobics, gymnastics among other exercises. Noshavyah King, who is a well known Zumba Instructor and Jamie McDonald, certified personal trainer are the two persons identified to spearhead the Games. Entrance fee is $500 and children could participate free of cost.
ECB U-15 trials...
Jailall, Dindyal hit half centuries Orlando Jailall and Mahendra Dindyal slammed half centuries when the Essequibo Cricket Board (ECB) held its’ inter county U15 trials matches recently at Imam Bacchus ground,Affiance. In the first game, Omesh Ramdahin XI went down to Orlando Jailall XI by five wickets. Batting first Ramdahin XI scored 105 all out in 30 overs. Bhumeshwar Ramdahin struck 40; Romario Stephen took 3-28 and Mahendra Dindyal 2-24. Jailall XI replied with 110-5 in 24 overs. Jaiall slammed 57 not out and Bhumeshwar Ramkissoon made 12. Bhumeshwar Ramdahin had 3-5 and Renesh Persaud 2-18. In the second match Jailall
XI triumphed by 124 runs. Jailall XI posted 224 all out in 39.2 overs, batting first. Jaiall stroked 42 and Dindyal 34. Vicquam Clarke took 3-13. Ramdahin XI were sent packing for 120 in 27 overs in response. Bhumeshwar Ramdahin made 36; Sachin Persaud snared 5-18. Jaiall XI won the third encounter by 120 runs. Jailall XI rattled up 207-6 in 34 overs, taking first strike. Dindyal scored 59 and Renesh Persaud 23. Bhumeshwar Ramdahin claimed 2-21. Ramdahin XI fell for 87 in 23 overs in reply. Dindyal took two wickets. The board will announce their squad for the intercounty competition shortly.
Thomas dropped, King in for Jamaicans Jamaica Gleaner Kingston, Jamaica - Former West Indies Under-19 batsman Brandon King has been added to Jamaica Franchise’s 13-man squad for their sixth round West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) Professional Cricket League Four-Day clash against Windward Islands Volcanoes at Arnos Vale, St Vincent. The 20-year-old King, who represented the region at last year’s International Cricket Council (ICC) Youth World Cup, replaces batsman Shacaya Thomas. The latter, who played Jamaica’s first four matches but was dropped for the fifthround encounter against
Guyana Jaguars at Sabina Park last weekend - has been experiencing average returns. Fresh Face Needed He made two and one in the season-opener against Windwards at Sabina Park, 59 away to Barbados Pride, two and 46 against Trinidad and Tobago Red Steel at Queen’s Park and 20 and nine against Leeward Hurricanes, also at Sabina Park. “We were outplayed by Guyana over the weekend, and the selectors felt that we needed a fresh face in the squad,” said Jamaica captain, Tamar Lambert prior to the team’s departure yesterday. “From the start of the (Continued on page 29)
As promised by Anil Beharry, the newly elected president of the Berbice Cricket Board and his executives, Under-15 Cricket Competition for Secondary Schools in Berbice will return after many years. The sponsor is a friend of Berbice cricket and he is from the United States of America. His name is Dalchand Rambharose, a former resident of Cumberland Village, East Canje, Berbice and a keen follower of Berbice cricket. In a message sent through his father who was present, Mr Deonarine Rambharose, he said he always had a keen interest in cricket in general with Berbice Cricket having a special place in his heart. The message added that he is always impressed with the work of the Berbice Board despite the limited resources. He added that the BCB is the shining light in an otherwise chaotic situation in Guyana and West Indies cricket. He blamed the International Cricket Council (ICC) for not intervening in Guyana’s cricket and resolve the issues. He said that the ICC should have done the same as FIFA with football. He mentioned that he was closely following the BCB recently held election and had no doubt that Anil Beharry
Mr Deonarine Rambharose hands over sponsorship to Anil Beharry, President of the Berbice Cricket Board in the presence of Angela Haniff and Carl Moore. would have been the winner for he is the best man for the job. When he learned of the results and saw the promise made by Beharry, he thought that helping with the school cricket might be the best option. Speaking on behalf of the BCB, the president thanked Mr Rambharose for sponsoring this important competition that was missing for so many years. He said that the nursery level is important so as to bring back interest to the youngsters and
at the same time give the clubs an opportunity to do talent spotting. The board hopes that more international players will be born out of this tournament. He reminded that the school system in the past produced several outstanding cricketers. He added that the interest is high among teachers, parents and students for the ongoing A Ally and Sons Under-17 Schools Cricket Competition and said the Under-15 will be no different. Special mention was made of
Miss Volaika Jaikishun for supporting the idea and her ministry for approving the tournament. Miss Jaikishun was present and said that physical fitness increases mental alertness and will surely help the kids to be more successful academically, provided they maintain the balance. She said the ministry will always support sports in schools for it helps with their discipline and gives them the opportunity to mix with others.
Metro backs GSCL Republic Cup
The Georgetown Softball Cricket League (GSCL Inc) has received the backing of Metro Office and Computer Supplies for its second annual Republic Cup which is currently underway. The entity at their head office in Quamina Street yesterday presented all the trophies for the tournament to representatives of GSCL. Metro’s representative, Shavane Sooklall said the company is pleased to be associated with the GSCL Inc in promoting the game. Organising Secretary Samuel Kingston and Assistant Secretary Russell Jadbeer both expressed gratitude for the support. Metro has now joined Memorex Enterprise and Regal Stationery and Computer Centre as the tournament sponsors. The competition is being contested in two categories: Open and Over-40. The action will continue on Saturday at the Everest from 10:00 hours when Parika Defenders, Regal Masters, Tropical Spring Masters and Amazon Masters battle for the remaining two spots in the Over-40 semi-finals. East
Shavane Sookall of Metro presents one of the trophies to Russell Jadbeer of GSCL Inc. in the presence of Samuel Kingston (left) and Bernard Ramsaroop. Coast Masters and Floodlights are already through. The finals will be played Sunday at the said venue with the Masters final at 10:00 hours and the Open final between Farm XI and Regal XI at 14:30 hours.