The multi-purpose engineering company Kascon has thrown its full support behind national youth batsman Adrian Hetmyer for the year 2024.
Owner of Kascon Engineering, Businessman Rafeek Kasim, has said he recognises how ultra-talented young Hetmyer is, and has decided to motivate the lad by giving him a monthly stipend for the entire year. Kascon has also presented Adrian Hetmyer with top quality cricket equipment at a presentation ceremony held at the company’s Number 2 Village, East Canje Berbice offices.
At the tender age of 14, Adrian Hetmyer has already scored nine centuries, including three double centuries, and cricket runs deep in his veins. He is the son of Seon Hetmyer and nephew of Shimron Hetmyer.
Mr Rafeek Kasim speaking at the presentation ceremony
“We, at Kascon Engineering, we have one saying, ‘Test cricket was made for the Gods; average men play ODI and T20 cricket’. With three double centuries at the age of 14; with an uncle who played at the highest level; with a father whose name is synonymous with a complete cricketer, and (is) probably the best all-rounder in the Canje district, Mr Adrian Hetmyer, we at Kascon Engineering (are) proud to be part of your life for the next 12 months,” the businessman has said.
“We are more than grateful to have you (as) part of our family. We do hope (that) in whatever way we can make your life better, just know we are always here for you,” the influential Kasim explained.
The young Hetmyer has expressed his gratitude to the businessman and his company, and noted that this sponsorship would benefit him significantly in his career. The 14-year-old, who has already played for Guyana Under-15, disclosed he is aiming to go one step higher in 2024: at the regional level. “I had a bad season in 2023, so I am looking to better that this year,” Adrian has said.
President of the Berbice Cricket Board, Dr Cecil Beharry, was also present at the event, and spoke highly of young Hetmyer. And Coach of the Rose Hall Canje Community Centre Cricket Club, Ameer Rahaman, was high in praise of Kascon for recognizing Adrian’s talent.
The right-handed batsman Adrian Hetmyer was recently called up to the Guyana Harpy Eagles senior trials. While in Berbice, he featured in senior and junior club cricket, and has shown he is a cut above the rest.
Additionally, Kasim donated cricket balls to the Rose Hall Canje Community Centre Cricket Club, as he believes that club has shown significant growth in producing quality cricketers.
Kascon Engineering is a Guyanese company that specializes in constructing roads, buildings, and sea defences. Kasim is no stranger to cricket, as he had previously played competitive cricket and had served as a cricket administrator of the Young Warriors Cricket Club.
