The Alliance For Change (AFC) has joined Guyana and the cricketing world to mourn the sudden passing of Lakeram “Mike” Singh, businessman and owner of Mike’s Pharmacy.
Singh tragically passed away in Florida on Thursday while participating in cricketing activities.
Mike Singh preparing to bowl at the Prime Minister’s Cup last year
“The businessman was a true ambassador of Guyana who pursued his love of cricket especially by investing time and his money to sponsor and participate in softball cricketing competitions,” the party penned in a statement.
It went on to say that Singh represented the spirit of Guyanese and was a proud ambassador, who willingly extended his ear and time to all who came knocking.
“His contribution to the medical arena is one that will stay with us forever. The AFC is deeply saddened and extends condolences to his family, workers and loved ones and the cricketing world. We have indeed lost a true son of the soil.”
Upon receiving the dreadful news that the stalwart and prominent player had succumbed at the age of 62 in Florida, the softball fraternity has been plunged into a state of shock.
Hours after the news began circulating, several players and administrators began paying tribute, stating that Singh has left an indelible mark on the softball cricket scene, not only for his personal performances, but also for his contribution in the form of continual sponsorship.
Singh was representing his team, Mike’s Wellman, in the 16th edition of the Florida Cup, a three-day softball extravaganza that commenced on Thursday, when he suffered a heart attack. The Guyana-based entrepreneur and father of two had bowled two overs in the Legends category before leaving the field for a quick break, but when he resumed playing, he collapsed. He was rushed to a nearby hospital in Fort Lauderdale, but was pronounced dead shortly afterwards.
Through Mike’s Pharmacy, Singh had sponsored numerous competitions over the past three decades under the auspices of the Guyana Softball Cricket Association (GSCA), Guyana Softball League (GSL), Guyana Floodlights Softball Cricket Association, and the Georgetown Softball League (GSL).
