GFF/Pele Alumini Frank Watson U15 Intra Association League…
The historic Guyana Football Federation (GFF), Pele Alumni Frank Watson Under 15 Intra Association League got underway on Saturday with a colourful march pass and an exciting opening fixture at the Grove Playfield, East Bank Demerara.
The league which was launched last year March by President of the Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football, Victor Montagliani who was on a short visit to Guyana.
GFF President Wayne Forde lines up with EBFA Executives and Coaches of the clubs after the march pass at the Grove Playfield
However, due to adverse weather conditions it was delayed until now. In all, 10 of the East Bank Football Association affiliates turned up for the official march pass and start of this historic, GFF/Pele Alumini Frank Watson U15 Intra Association League.
GFF President joined EBFA President Franklin Wilson, Secretary Wayne Francois and other executives to usher in the first national competition at this age group level much to the delight of the clubs and fans that attended the occasion.
The clubs attending were Agricola Red Triangle, Herstelling Raiders, Diamond United, Diamond Upsetters, Samatta Point/Kaneville, Grove Hi Tech, Friendship All Stars, Kuru Kururu Warriors, Timehri Panthers and Soesdyke Falcons. Absent was Mocha Champs.
In welcoming the teams and congratulating the players on being a part of this significant competition, EBFA President Franklin Wilson encouraged the clubs to work hard, play fair and ensure that discipline is the hallmark of their participation.
GFF President, Wayne Forde in feature remarks before officially kicking off the league stated that the tournament forms part of the federation’s strategy to implement comprehensive youth football development in the nation.
He noted that the top players emerging from this league would have the opportunity to be drafted into the academy training centre.
GFF Technical Director Ian Greenwood was praised for the implementation of a structured youth development programmes in Guyana.
Meanwhile, the first match of the league saw Grove Hi Tech facing off with Kuru Kururu Warriors with the former coming from behind to win 4-1.
