GCB Women’s Super50: Schultz, Grimmond shine as Demerara, Berbice record wins

The second round of the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) Women’s Inter-County Super50 Tournament 2025 produced commanding performances from Demerara and Berbice on Sunday, setting up an exciting finale in league phase of today’s final round.

At the Lusignan Community Center, Hinterland Women opted to bat first, with Sarah Bheir anchoring the innings through a patient 34 from 76 balls while Feona Benjamin added an unbeaten 15. However, the innings was undone by a superb bowling display from Demerara. Captain Kaysia Schultz delivered the standout performance of the match, claiming 5 for 16 from 10 overs, while Letisha Jordan continued her strong form with another four-wicket haul. Their combined effort restricted Hinterland to 105 all out in 28 overs. In reply, Demerara’s batters produced a steady chase led by opener Naomi Barkoye with 20 and Tilleya Madramootoo with 16. Schultz and Jordan also contributed 12 runs each to keep the innings on track as Demerara reached 106 for 7 in 30.2 overs, securing a three-wicket win.
Over at the LBI ground, Berbice Women chose to field after winning the toss and quickly put Essequibo under pressure. Captain Laurene Williams top-scored with 14, but no other batter offered significant resistance as the side was bundled out for 70 in 21 overs. Berbice’s bowlers dominated the innings, with Sherica Campbell leading the attack with 4 for 17 and Danellie Manns supporting well with three wickets. Chasing a modest target, Berbice captain Sheneta Grimmond took control, playing a composed innings of 38 from 41 balls, including five boundaries. Her effort ensured Berbice cruised comfortably to 71 for 3 in just 13 overs, sealing a convincing seven-wicket victory.
The tournament continues today, with Demerara facing Berbice at LBI and Hinterland meeting Essequibo at Lusignan, as teams aim to secure a place in the 2025 Women’s Inter-County Super50 Tournament.