ANSA McAL, GDA partner for million dollar Mackeson Domino tournament

Beverage giants ANSA McAL through its Mackeson brand and the Guyana Domino Association (GDA), on Thursday launched their million dollar competition dubbed “Mackeson King of the Dominoes”, set to commence from November 25.
According to GDA President Faye Joseph and GDA Vice-President Rodwell Phillips, the nationwide event will played every weekend at venues across the country, starting in the Essequibo/Bartica areas before coming to Georgetown.
Joseph during the press conference said she was excited about the upcoming event, which is set to host the best dominoes teams and players alike. She thanked the company for their support of the tournament which is expected to be the biggest of its kind, adding that she was grateful for the Mackeson brand signaling their intentions to support the event for the future.

Vice-President of the GDA Rodwell Phillips also backed the expectations of his President, saying that he’s hopeful for a massive turnout from the local domino community who will be doing battle for the million dollar purse. Phillips further believed that a competition of such magnitude will help to shape the future landscape of the sport.
Meanwhile, ANSA McAL Executive and Mackeson Brand Manager Sean Abel confirmed that the association can rely on their support for future events while adding that this current tournament is a great way for his company to show their interest by making it a special occasion.
Registration fee for the tournament is $10,000 per team with each team receiving a free case of Mackeson upon entering. The competition will be played every weekend at designated areas and venues.
With the winning purse being listed at one-million dollars, second and third place will receive $250,000 and $100,000 respectfully.