Golden League Archery ready to make strong statements

The National Archery Federation of Guyana is hosting its highly anticipated national games today, reaffirming its mandate to promote the sport locally and develop world-class athletes capable of competing on the international stage.
The event is being staged at the Sophia Exhibition Centre from 09:00h and has drawn archers from across the country. Among the clubs participating is Golden League Archery, whose members are expected to feature prominently throughout the competition.
President of Golden League Archery, Courtlee Rodrigues, emphasised the extensive preparation undertaken by the club in collaboration with the recently appointed national coach, Coach Lula, along with supporting coaches Nolan Grey and Jeewanram Persaud.
“Our team is working along with the national coach to prepare our athletes. We ensure they are ready by doing drills and mental and physical training as well as scoring and form training. Strong basics make strong statements. And we first master the basics at Golden League Archery. Then, we make statements,” Rodrigues said.

He noted that the national games are among the most significant events on the local archery calendar, as they serve as a pathway for athletes to advance to regional and international competitions.
“These events showcase national talent drawn from all corners of the country and ensure the matriculation of archers into regional games, world games and many other internationally recognised competitions. Archery Guyana’s national games are Guyanese archers’ link to the Olympics,” he stated.
Rodrigues added that while medal prospects are strong within the club, the primary focus remains on character development and teamwork.
“I expect our athletes to have a great time and learn from the experience. Medals are nice, but at Golden League Archery we focus on character above all else. We are stronger together, and that only works if the ‘together’ part is taken seriously,” he said.
The competition will see a blend of seasoned medal contenders and first-time indoor national participants, promising a day of high-level performances, sportsmanship, and spirited camaraderie as Guyana’s top archers take aim at national glory.