2025 Unification “One Guyana” softball cup to bowl off on Friday

– MVP prizes include motor car, motorcycles

The inaugural 2025 Unification One Guyana Softball Cup was officially launched on Tuesday afternoon at the Gandhi Youth Organisation Ground in Georgetown, Guyana.
The four-day cricket extravaganza bowls off today with the Women’s Six-Team Knockout Competition, while the men’s round-robin t20 matches are set to begin on Friday.

Regal Stationery and Computer Centre is the tournament’s title sponsor, partnering with the Georgetown Softball Cricket League (GSCL) Inc and the Culture, Youth and Sport Ministry to bring the tournament to life.
Matches will be played across multiple venues in Georgetown and along the East Coast of Demerara, culminating at the historic GCC Ground, Bourda, which will host the finals for both the men’s and women’s categories.
The tournament features three men’s divisions: Legends (Over-50), Masters (Over-40) and Open (All-Stars).
Speaking at the launch, GSCL Inc President Ian John expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, applauding the Regal family for the initiative. He also thanked all participating teams and conveyed his optimism for a competitive and successful event.
In both the Over-50 and Over-40 categories, six teams will compete for a top prize of $1,000,000, with runners-up receiving $200,000. The Over-40 Open Division, which features eight teams, offers similar cash prizes. The winning women’s team will take home a trophy and $400,000.
John also highlighted the attractive MVP awards which include a Toyota Vitz car, motorcycles and living room suites.
Tournament Director John Ramsingh shared his excitement over the tournament’s launch, noting the participation of teams from the New York Softball Cricket League alongside local teams from across Guyana.
Ramsingh emphasised the importance of showcasing Guyana’s softball talent on such a large stage.
Echoing the sentiments of John, Ramsingh extended heartfelt thanks to the sponsors and teams for their support. He described the Unification One Guyana Softball Cup as a symbol of national unity, being held in honour of the President, Prime Minister, and Vice President of Guyana.
Also present at the launch were GSCL Inc Secretary Telisha Ousman and Dr Rajendra Singh, one of the event’s sponsors, both of whom delivered brief remarks.
The proceedings were chaired by international cricket commentator Inderjeet Persaud, who also delivered the vote of thanks.