Lady Jags squad announced for Road to CONCACAF W Gold Cup
Omar Khan, Head Coach of the Guyana senior women’s national team the Lady Jags, has unveiled his first squad selection since assuming the top job in early September.
The 19-member team includes goalkeeper Chante’ Sandiford and young midfielders Jalade Trim and Sandra Johnson, who are making their debut on the senior team.
Lady Jags Head Coach Omar Khan
Guyana will make their first appearance in the inaugural Road to CONCACAF W Gold Cup on September 20, when they come up against Antigua and Barbuda.
Coach Khan has expressed confidence in the chosen players, emphasizing that the selection process took into account several crucial factors, including the players’ performance, versatility, and their potential to make a positive impact on the team’s success.
The squad – comprising three goalkeepers, four defenders, nine midfielders and three forwards – reflects a balance of experienced players and promising young talents, ensuring a blend of skill, leadership, and fresh energy on the field.
Defenders
Rylee Traicoff
Savanna Mondesir-Singh
Shennel Daniels
Brianne Desa
Midfielders
Alleia Alleyne
Dylana Makarowski
Ghilene Joseph
Hannah Baptiste
Masani Springer
Jalade Trim
Sandra Johnson
Stefanie Kouzas
Samantha Banfield
Forwards
Anya Tribune
Otesha Charles
Shyla Murray
The Lady Jags have their sights set on securing victory and claiming the top spot in Group A of League B. This group includes strong contenders such as Antigua and Barbuda, Suriname, and Dominica. The first-placed finishers from each League B group, totalling three teams, will advance to the 2024 W Gold Cup Prelims.
The Road to CONCACAF W Gold Cup, with 34 registered senior women’s national teams, serves as the qualifying tournament for the highly anticipated 2024 W Gold Cup, the top-tier competition for senior footballers in the CONCACAF region.
The game against Antigua and Barbuda will be played on September 20 at the ABFA Technical Centre in St. John’s, Antigua from 4:00p.m.
Coach Khan’s appointment has injected new enthusiasm and optimism into the senior team, and they are eager to represent Guyana with pride.
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) strongly encourages everyone to show their support for the Lady Jags as they embark on the Road to CONCACAF W Gold Cup.
