2023 election for office-bearers of the Guyana Football Federation: THE WELLBEING OF ALL WILL BE PARAMOUNT
– The Franklin Wilson-led slate commits
Referees Kleon Lindley (left) and Safyia Goulding conversing with Cristine Schmidt
Following the unfortunate accident that occurred in the wee hours of Monday, November 27, and involved four of the country’s refereeing officials, the Franklin Wilson-led slate, which will be contesting the GFF elections set for Saturday, December 9, has said the wellbeing and safety of these officials is a high priority.
The officials in question are: Referee Assessor Ingram Johnson, and Referees Gladwin Johnson, Kleon Lindey, and Safyia Goulding. These four persons were on their way home, after performing official duties in an ongoing tournament at the Police Sports Club Ground at Eve Leary, Georgetown, when they became involved in an accident. These officials are all now at home, resting and recuperating, and have all expressed their gratitude to Almighty God for allowing them opportunity to continue their careers as officials helping to transform the landscape of the game.
Referee Kleon Lindey is flanked by Cristine Schmidt (right) and Franklin Wilson
Wilson and Council Member Cristine Schmidt visited the officials on Thursday, and on behalf of his slate and all Guyana, Wilson expressed wishes for their speedy recovery.
“We join with you in thanking the Almighty God for keeping you safe; and we do believe that you have lots of work to be done, that’s why you are here. As a team, we are here to assist you in any way, shape, or form, to ensure that you are fully recovered and can return to duties on the field in the shortest possible time,” he said.
Wilson also told the officials that, once elected, the new GFF executive would place a high premium on the wellbeing and safety of referees and other match officials.
