Blessed with radiant sunshine, the conditions were perfect at the Ministry of Education (MoE) Ground on Saturday morning for the commencement of the 11th Milo Schools’ Under- 18 football tournament.
As usual, a colourful march pass exercise preceded the tournament’s opening ceremony, which saw Waramuri Secondary being adjudged the best March pass team.
During the opening, Nestle Senior Divisional head Teisha Milner underscored the golden opportunity that the tournament offers to young players, which Massy is happy to provide.
Senior Divisional head Teisha Milner
“This is an opportunity that youths look forward to and we’re happy to bring that to them again this year. as part of Massy Corporate Social responsibility ‘being a force for good’ campaign, drives us to actively support a wide range of social, culture and economic initiatives. Our communities are the heart of business and as such, we recognize the need for sports in our schools today,” Milner shared.
She went on to assure, “We are committed to supporting events such as this that affords each student the opportunity to engage and participate in sporting activities and creating opportunities that aid in the advancement of that youth, professional in his/ her career path. We are excited to collaborate on this venture once again.”
On the other hand, Assistant Director of Sport Franklin Wilson had some encouraging words for the tournament’s 24 teams.
Wilson urged, “This is an investment in you, grab it with all your hands and feet. I like the motto or slogan that Waramuri has, they say ‘while having fun, we’ll take the crown. This year is we year’. and I’m sure everyone will say this year is your year, the best of luck to every team. Again, be discipline the key to success in life is being discipline.”
When the on- field action began, Chase’s Academic Foundation sent a strong message to the rest of the competition, defeating Hope Secondary 5-1. Bryan Wharton netted a helmet- trick while Darius Chester added a solitary goal to Chase’s tally.
A look at the battle between Chase’s Academic Foundation (dark Blue) and Hope Secondary
Over at Queen’s College Ground, a LeBron Mendonca strike helped Three Mile Secondary needle West Demerara Secondary.
The Milo tournament will continue on Sunday, March 16 with more group stage action.
