GFSCA/ Nauth’s Motor Spares, Trophy Stall, Mike’s Pharmacy Competition
The finals of the Guyana Floodlights Softball Cricket Association’s (GFSCA) Nauth’s Motor Spares, Trophy Stall and Mike’s Pharmacy softball tournament is now fixed for the Zeeburg ground, West Coast Demerara on Sunday February 18.
After inclement weather prevented the organizers from setting a date in December 2017, a date was fixed for last Sunday at the Demerara Cricket Club (DCC) ground in Queenstown but once again the rain had the final say with a total washout.
Cunning leg-spinner Lakeram “Mike” Singh will be crucial with the ball for Wellman Masters
Now with the total shift venue from the capital city, the organizers, players and fans will be hoping for a full day action from 09:30h.
In the Male Open final, Speed Boat who will now feel at home in West Demerara region will be challenged by the re-energized Success Sports Club with the winner set to pocket $100,000 while $25,000 will go to the runners-up.
It is the first major final for Success who have been off the ball for a while, whereas their opponents, Speed Boat has been the giant killers recently due to their consistent plays that allowed them to reach and win finals.
David Harper (left) and Mahendra Hardyal will lead the Regal Masters charges in their final
In the Male Masters Category, Wellman will be looking to turn the tables on the star-studded Regal Masters when they meet for the third time in a major final.
Regal Masters who are known for winning championships have been practicing hard and may just have to play easy for another title and $100,000 first prize. With the likes of Rudolph Baker, Eion Abel, Mahesh Chunilall, Mahendra Hardyall, Eric Thomas, Raymond and David Harper and Troy Kippins in green and yellow, the Regal Masters will still be favourites.
However, the Wellman side will look for the upset when Jagdish Persaud, Lakeram ‘Mike’ Singh, Wayne Jones, Sheldon Perch, Latchman Kallicharran, Lloyd Rooplall and Nandram Samlall take the field.
The day will begin with semifinal action in the female category, with Trophy Stall Angels taking on Blue Divas and Wellwoman battling 4R Lioness before the winners meet in the final for a winning purse of $50,000 and bragging rights.
Player of the match in each final and MVP in each category will win $5,000 each.
The action begins at 09:30h and admission is free.
