Guyana’s 31-member archery squad eyes Caribbean Development Championship in T&T

Guyana’s archers are ready to compete as the seventh Caribbean Development Championship (CDC) unfolds this weekend at the Marvin Lee Stadium in Trinidad and Tobago.

Proudly joining fellow Caribbean nations and officials from World Archery Americas (WAA), Guyana fields the second-largest contingent at this year’s tournament.
Organised under the auspices of WAA, the CDC unites developing and competitive archers from 11 countries to enhance technical skills, build camaraderie, and promote the sport’s continued growth across the region. The event runs through Sunday and features a diverse range of bow disciplines and competitive categories.
During his address to the teams, Technical Delegate and Chair of the WAA Development Committee, Phil Graves, emphasised that the CDC is recognised as a “Teaching Tournament”, conducted in full accordance with World Archery rules.
Guyana’s delegation includes 31 athletes and 11 officials – one of the largest teams the country has ever assembled for an international archery event. The team is led by World Archery Level Two Coach and National Head Coach Ryan McKinnon, who oversees performance, discipline, and adherence to international standards throughout the competition.
Also representing Guyana in an official capacity is Gamal Mohammed, Continental Judge and former President of Archery Guyana. Mohammed serves as part of the tournament’s technical team, ensuring fairness and professionalism across all events.
Archery Guyana extends heartfelt gratitude to its valued sponsors and partners – including Guyana Beverages Inc, Massy Gas Products Inc, and the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA – for their continued support in advancing the sport and empowering local athletes on the regional stage.
Meanwhile, the President of Archery Guyana, Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, commended the team and expressed heartfelt thanks to sponsors:
“We are proud to see our archers standing tall among their regional peers. Their participation at the CDC reflects the steady growth of the sport in Guyana, and we remain deeply grateful to our sponsors and partners for supporting our national development efforts.”