Punctuality in focus as MVP Sports’ futsal kicks off today
Futsal action will this evening return to the National Gymnasium on Mandela Avenue in Georgetown when the MVP Sports’ Futsal tournament kicks offs at 8pm.
This being the fifth installment of the Petra Ogranization’s Futsal competitions, the MVP Sports-titled tournament promises a wealth of excitement, with several of the country’s best futsal teams being on show.
Petra Co- Director Troy Mendonca
On the eve of kickoff, the Petra Organization hosted a team briefing exercise with the participating teams, and punctuality was high on the agenda.
“Today is an opportunity to meet the teams and discuss the rules of the competition, the timings, the disciplines, and all aspects (relative) to the game,” Petra’s Co- Director Troy Mendonca told media operatives at the Gymnasium on Wednesday afternoon. He added, “Also, we want to explain to the teams the format of the competition and everything.”
Team representatives take time out for a photo opportunity after being presented with balls and sponsors’ beverages
Turning attention to one of the focal points for the next few weeks of competition, Mendonca explained, “As you know, most of the tournaments have this issue of running late in terms of their timings, and we don’t stick for that. We try to be on time, and that’s one of the most important things.”
Questioned about what to expect during the tournament, and in turn promising a thrilling tournament, Mendonca said, “We expect a very keen competition. All the boxes are being ticked, and we’re just ready to give a good show tomorrow (today).”
Aside from title sponsors MVP Sports, the Futsal tournament is being supported by ANSA McAL through its Magnum and Lucozade brands, and by the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport. The first whistle will be blown at 19:45pm tonight, and will continue at the same time on Saturday evening.
