GPF cricket teams in Regs 5 & 6 receive uniforms, gear from NYPD

The Guyana Police Force’s (GPF) cricket teams in Divisions No. Five (Mahaica-Berbice) and No. Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) on Thursday last received uniforms and cricket gear from the New York Police Department (NYPD) Cricket Team, further strengthening sporting and institutional ties between the two organisations.
The presentations were facilitated by Sheryar Hussain and Deputy Commissioner of Police “Administration” Ravindradat Budhram and were made possible through the ongoing relationship between the GPF and the NYPD, which continues to extend across several areas of cooperation and engagement.

The presentation to the Regional Police Division No. Five Cricket Team was made possible through the support of BM Construction and the New York Police Department (NYPD) and was held at the Regional Police Headquarters, Fort Wellington, and was attended by Divisional Commander Senior Superintendent Lonsdale Withhrite and members of the Division’s cricket team.
The presentation to the Region No. Six Cricket Team was conducted at the St Francis Community Developers Hall (SFCD), Rose Hall Town, and was attended by Divisional Commander Assistant Commissioner Shivpersaud Bacchus and members of the Division’s cricket team, who were also presented with the uniforms and cricket gear.

Deputy Commissioner Budhram, who also serves as Chairman of the Police Officers’ Cricket Team, assisted in both presentations. He noted that sporting initiatives such as cricket play an important role in promoting teamwork, discipline and camaraderie among police ranks.
In addition, Hussain said he was pleased to support the initiative, noting that sport remains a powerful means of building bridges between law enforcement agencies. He also stated that the relationship between the NYPD and the GPF has grown steadily over the years and expressed hope that the uniforms and cricket gear would contribute to team spirit, unity and positive engagement among ranks.
Both Divisional Commanders expressed appreciation for the initiative, highlighting the value of sports in fostering wellness, morale and positive engagement among ranks across the Divisions.
The GPF remains committed to strengthening partnerships locally and internationally, recognising the role of sport and cultural exchange in building unity and positive relations among law enforcement agencies.