Founded in 1902, the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has a rich and proud history. It is a forward-thinking football federation and is an emerging federation in CONCACAF now competing in League A of the CONCACAF Nations League.
The “Golden Jaguars” and the “Lady Jaguars” embody the spirit, culture and strength of Guyana and its people. It is with the future of the GFF in mind that the Council and its members have looked at re-branding the GFF, with a new logo and new look that will take the Federation into a successful future.
The colours of the new logo are inspired by the colours of the flag. The country’s flag, the GFF’s history and national symbols have been the inspiration behind the new logo. It is a modern, clean and clear design which is rooted in the identity of the nation.
The recently unveiled GFF Logo
The flag of Guyana, known as “The Golden Arrowhead,” features a design with significant symbolic meaning attributed to its colours:
1. Green: Represents the vast forests and agricultural resources of Guyana, symbolizing the country’s rich vegetation and the importance of its agricultural sector.
2. White: Symbolizes the rivers and waterways of the country, highlighting the significance of Guyana’s water resources and their contribution to the nation’s economy and environment.
3. Gold: Stands for the country’s mineral wealth, particularly its gold reserves. It also represents the bright future and prosperity of the nation.
4. Black: Represents the endurance and perseverance of the people of Guyana, reflecting their strength and determination in overcoming challenges, which perfectly embodies the spirit of the Golden Jaguars and the Lady Jaguars.
5. Red: Symbolizes the zeal and dynamic nature of the nation, indicating the energy and vitality of the Guyanese people.
The national flower of Guyana is the Victoria Regia Lily commonly known as the Giant Water Lily. This impressive aquatic plant is native to the waterways of Guyana and is renowned for its large, round leaves that can reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) in diameter. The flowers of the Victoria Regia lily are equally remarkable, with blooms that are initially white and later turn pink after pollination. This plant is a symbol of the natural beauty and ecological diversity of Guyana. It is a part of the Coat of Arms of Guyana and is incorporated in the logo as a symbol of our nationhood and beauty.
