DCB Independence T10 Cup: Regal Stationery and Computer Centre confirmed as partner
Momentum is building to the first-ever Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) Independence T10 Cup on May 25, with Regal Stationery and Computer Centre confirming its support for the grand fundraising event.
Set to start at 10:00h and conclude under lights at the LBI Ground, East Coast Demerara, the competition promises scintillating cricket with top local players set to showcase their skills in the high-intensity format.
Regal Stationery and Computer Centre Sales Representative Anuradha Bahadur (left) presents the sponsorship cheque to DCB Secretary Davteerth Anandjit
Regal Stationery and Computer Centre of 69 Seaforth Street, Campbellville, Georgetown, has pledged $150,000 to the initiative, further extending its benevolence to sport development and cricket in particular.
Sales Representative Anuradha Bahadur, moments before presenting the sponsorship cheque to DCB Secretary Davteerth Anandjit, pointed out that Regal Stationery and Computer Centre is always keen on being involved in activities that make a positive difference.
Proceeds from the Independence T10 Cup will be channelled into cricket development in Demerara, and Bahadur indicated that is something the company is pleased to be associated with.
Speaking on behalf of the DCB, Anandjit expressed immense gratitude to Regal Stationery and Computer Centre for embracing the Independence T10 Cup, noting that such partnerships with the corporate community were key to fostering the growth and development of cricket.
Regal Stationery and Computer Centre is the third corporate entity to align with the Independence T10 Cup, following in the footsteps of Office Express and Anil Beharry Real Estate, Construction and General Business Services.
Anandjit added that preparations were moving apace for a grand day of cricket and teams were excited to commence the battle for championship honours.
Eight First-Division teams from the county will compete for top honours, with the format being a one-game knockout.
Total cash prizes of $500,000 and trophies will be up for grabs at the one-day event.
While the teams will be represented by players within the respective associations, each team are allowed two guest players from other counties.
The champion team are guaranteed $250,000 cash plus trophy; the runners-up $150,000 and trophy, while the losing semi-finalists will be receive $50,000 each.
On the individual side, the Man of the Match in the semi-finals and final will receive a trophy.