The East Bank Football Association (EBFA) officially launched its Juicy Juice Under-13 2018 Football League at Sureia Manufacturing Incorporated, Industrial Site, Eccles on Friday.
Juicy Juice’s Selwyn Bobb (2nd R) presents the Winner’s Trophy to EBFA Secretary Wayne Francois in the presence of Sureia Manufacturing’s CEO Frank Sanichara (R), EBFA President Franklin Wilson (L) and another EBFA rep
Present at the simple ceremony were Sureia Manufacturing’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Frank Sanichara, and EBFA President Franklin Wilson and his representatives.
Sanichara said his company was very happy to come onboard with the EBFA to sponsor football, especially at the grassroots’ level. He believes it is very important for companies to give back to their supporters and be particularly involved in the progress of youth.
He said he sees these tournaments as an excellent avenue to keep kids away from the streets and from drug and crime, while also living a healthy life.
He also commended the EBFA for its astute work with youth development.
On the EBFA’s behalf, President Wilson thanked the sponsor for coming onboard, and added the association was quite reassured after approaching this company.
Wilson made mention of the association’s recently concluded under-11 and under-17 leagues, since the 11-to-17-year range is the association’s main focus, so there can be smooth transition.
This year, twelve teams from the East Bank district will vie for top honours. Among those are defending champions Agricola, who, on a superior goal difference, claimed the 2017 title in a tightly contested tournament over Grove.
Individual awards also up for grabs are Highest Goal Scorer, Best Goalkeeper, Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Best Coach.
