Ramlall sisters lead Guyana to 2-0 sweep over Suriname

The Georgetown Women’s Basketball Classic marked a triumphant return for senior women’s international basketball in Guyana, as the home team secured a 2-0 series sweep over Suriname.

Central to Guyana’s success were the Ramlall sisters, whose offensive firepower proved too much for the visitors – even in the face of a stellar individual showing from Suriname’s Merliva Merica.

Playing at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall on Monday night, Guyana sealed the sweep with a hard-fought 65–57 victory. The Ramlall trio accounted for 59 of Guyana’s 65 points, reaffirming their status as the team’s driving force.
The matchup started evenly, with Guyana edging the first quarter 18–17. The intensity carried through to the second, and by halftime, the hosts held a slim 36–34 advantage. Guyana began to pull away in the third quarter, outscoring Suriname 18–10 as the visitors struggled to find their rhythm offensively. That third-quarter run would ultimately make the difference.
Ashna Ramlall led Guyana with 21 points, while sisters Arshia and Amisha chipped in 19 apiece. Despite the loss, Suriname’s Merica turned heads with a game-high 32 points in a valiant effort.
The series not only highlighted the individual brilliance of both teams’ stars but also signalled a promising resurgence for women’s basketball in the region.