Guyanese quartet for Curacao Boxing competition next month

The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) on Thursday announced that a four-man Guyanese team would jet off to next month to compete in the Curacao Boxing Competition on Saturday, May 3.

The competition has been described as an initiative in the GBA’s ongoing efforts to expose some of Guyana’s emerging talents to regional and international competition.
“This proves just how important our Pepsi-sponsored Michael Parris U16 Championship is to the GBA. It’s through this tournament that we identify the top young talents from across Guyana representing our affiliated gyms,” GBA President Steve Ninvalle has said in a press release.
Joshua Tambaran, who won gold in the 54kg category at this year’s Caribbean Championship in St. Lucia, will be joined by his Rose Hall Jammers gymmate Roopesh Balgobin (38kg), along with Madray Junior (36kg) and Aluko Bess.
National Coach Lennox Daniels will accompany the young boxers, who, according to Ninvalle, are eager to test themselves on the international stage.
“We will continue to provide opportunities for our young, up-and-coming boxers to showcase their skills against some of the best in the region. I believe this also motivates others to stay committed, knowing they, too, will be rewarded,” Ninvalle added.
He noted that the GBA has much more in store for young amateur boxers in Guyana as the association works to further develop its grassroots talent.
Meanwhile, the GBA’s U16 Development Tournament will continue on Saturday at the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis Gym.
This will mark the fifth edition of the Pepsi-sponsored event, which features participation from all GBA-affiliated gyms.
Ninvalle also expressed his pleasure at the return of the Pocket Rocket Gym in Linden, stating, “Region 10 has always produced quality boxers, and we’re happy to see them back on track.”