Gmin Ventures Tournament Strengthens Private Sector Support for Golf in Guyana

The Lusignan Golf Club (LGC) recently hosted its second consecutive Gmin Ventures Golf Tournament, a fixture that has already begun carving a niche for itself in the local sporting calendar. Though still relatively new, the event has grown in significance, and this year’s edition reinforced both the resilience of the club and the importance of private partnerships in sustaining and expanding the sport in Guyana.

While the tournament coincided with a period when many players were away on holiday with their families, LGC Public Relations Officer Brian Hackett described the turnout as satisfactory and noted that the event nonetheless succeeded in capturing the attention of golfers eager to test their skills. “This is the second year we’ve staged this tournament, and while many of our players were on vacation, we are pleased with the numbers. The support reflects a genuine commitment to the game, and we are always happy when we can attract significant participation,” Hackett said.
For Hackett, the partnership between LGC and Gmin Ventures is an encouraging sign of how private support can serve as a catalyst for growth. “Events like these always contribute to the development of the sport. When private sector partnerships support golf, it is always welcome. The private sector plays a great role in ensuring that sports continue, and through collaborations like this, we have already seen quite a few new players join this year. This particular partnership has been very successful.”
Hackett further highlighted that the club has witnessed a noticeable increase in new players this year, a trend directly linked to the opportunities created by such tournaments. Beyond competition, the Gmin Ventures Tournament provides visibility for the sport, demonstrating its potential to attract participants from diverse backgrounds.
The event also symbolises the broader relationship between sport and business in Guyana. At a time when recreational activities are competing with numerous other demands on people’s attention, sustained investment from the private sector ensures that golf remains accessible, vibrant, and relevant. The synergy between LGC and its corporate partners has therefore become more than sponsorship; it is a model of collaboration that supports community engagement and long-term sporting culture.
For the Lusignan Golf Club, this year’s Gmin Ventures Tournament was not just a competition but a statement of intent. It demonstrated that golf in Guyana is growing steadily, supported by both tradition and innovation, and that with continued partnerships, the sport can expand its reach and flourish even further in years to come.