Banks DIH embraces Limacol football tournament

The 2nd annual Petra organised Limacol Round Robin/Knock-out football tournament has received a significant boost as beverage giants Banks DIH have given their support in a significant manner

The partnership with the organisers sees GT Beer being deemed the official drinkLimacol Football top 6 of the championships.

Speaking at simple ceremony on Thursday at the company’s Thirst Park location, Public Relations Officer Troy Peters explained that their continued support to the Petra Organisation allows for football to be played across Guyana and since the company to having football played on this magnitude any eventure of such will always be supported.

Co- Director of the Petra Organisation Troy Mendonca was most grateful for the support of the company and thanked them for adhering to their social responsibility for sports.

Mendonca further stated, that his organisation is commited to seeing the development of football in the country as they started with the youth level and now are focusing on ensuring senior players get the opportunity to play more consistent football.

The kick-off date is set for January 23 at the Georgetown Football Club, (GFC), Bourda where Police Force FC will play Mahaica Determinators from 18:30 hrs followed by Riddim Squad and Camptown from 20:30 hrs.

The group of death seems to be the Group A which comprises of defending champions Milerock, top Linden side, Winners Connection, East Bank Champions, Grove Hi Tech and Northern Rangers.

Group B comprises of : Western Tigers, Uitvulgt, Eagles United and New Amsterdam United; Group C: Santos FC, Pouderoyen, Den Amstel and Ann’s Gove United and Group D: Police Force FC, Riddim Squad, Campton FC and Mahaica Determinators

The top teams will complete for a $500,000 first place prize while second to third will receive $250,000, $125,000 and $75,000 respectively.