31 Special Forces Squadron dominate GDF quarterly Fitness Competition

The 31 Special Forces Squadron have again demonstrated their superiority by taking home the prestigious Force Quarterly Fitness Competition Championship after turning in a magnificent performance on Friday, October 4, 2024.
With competition for this much-anticipated event being strong among all ranks because it puts the country’s best to the test in terms of endurance and strategy, the Guyana National Reserve had ended the Special Forces’ four-game winning run in the previous quarter, but the Special Forces have rebounded stronger and more cohesive than ever.
In crucial competitions that included swimming, rope climbing, and the navigation exercises, the Special Forces received perfect scores.
A highlight of the competition was the exciting Falling Plate Shoot tiebreaker, in which a deadlock between 31 Special Forces and 3 Infantry Battalion had resulted in a dramatic shoot-off.

In that intense final showdown, Lieutenant Colonel John Mohanlall, Warrant Officer Class Two Cordel Hector, and two soldiers from their team outshot Lieutenant Colonel Loring Benons, Warrant Officer Class Two Glendon Aaron, and their two soldiers from the 31 Special Forces Battalion, ultimately earning second place overall. The Guyana National Reserve, which had previously held the title, finished in third place.
A total of 13 male teams competed, each displaying remarkable physical and tactical prowess.
In the female category, the Ensign team claimed victory, with the Coast Guard taking second place and the Guyana National Reserve finishing in third. Five teams in total competed, making for an exciting contest.
Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, in praising all participants for their exceptional performances and teamwork, said, “Your dedication and hard work are clearly reflected in today’s competition. I encourage all teams to keep pushing their limits, especially in marksmanship, as we gear up for the next challenge.”
Brigadier Khan also shared exciting news for the upcoming competition, stating that for the fourth and final round of competition for the year, ranks will be supported by their families, adding an extra layer of motivation and camaraderie to this already prestigious event.