Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ Georgetown qualifiers begin Nov 17
Anticipation keeps growing ahead of the seventh edition of the local street futsal phenomenon labeled the Guinness ‘Greatest of the Streets’ Competition and teams are intensifying preparations as they seek to treat fans to terrific displays on the tarmac on the way to fantastic prizes.
Spectators usually come out in large numbers to witness the thrilling action in the middle
With the multitude of fans now focused on the shorter version, Organisers Banks DIH under its Guinness brand is promising to create an exciting and colourful atmosphere for supporters and teams.
They’ve decided to outfit every team in the tournament with colourful uniforms from the opening day while the balls will also have a vibrant outlook. These new developments are a first for futsal.
Three Peat Promotions who’ve been chosen by the Organisers to supervise this year’s Georgetown Zone has commenced an aggressive registration drive to have more teams participate in the qualifying phase set to be played over three days from November 17, at the Meadow Brook Tarmac.
Registration closes on November 16.
The teams will be battling for sixteen (16) spots to join the 16 automatic choices for the November 22 start.
The other confirmed playing dates are: November 23, 25, 30, December 2, 7, 9, 14 with the grand final scheduled for Saturday December 16.
The venues identified to host are Demerara Park, National Cultural Centre Tarmac, Burnham Basketball Court, Albouystown Tarmac and the East Ruimveldt Tarmac.
Winner of the overall event will walk-away with $500,000 and the championship trophy along with automatic qualification for the National Playoffs.
The runner-up, third and fourth placed finishers will receive $250,000, $200,000 and $100,000 respectively.
Forms can be uplifted from Banks DIH Limited ‘Caesars Place’ Durban Street location or Referee Coordinator Wayne Griffith on 697-7777 or Three Peat Promotions Rawle Welch on tele: 688-1776.
