The historic inaugural Unification One Guyana Softball Cup wrapped up in grand style on Sunday last at the Georgetown Cricket Club Ground, Bourda, as four teams from different divisions were crowned champions after a weekend of exhilarating competition.
Twenty-six teams, including six fierce female squads, participated in the tournament, which featured three days of intense softball action.
In the Female 15-over knockout, the Rising Stars blazed their way to victory, overpowering No. 64 Knight Riders to claim the crown.
Over in the Legends (Over-50) category, fan favourites Regal triumphed over Fisherman XI, while the Ariel Masters stunned Regal in the Over-40 (Masters) showdown.
In the high-energy Open division, the Ariel Knight Riders outpaced the mighty Speed Boat to secure the title.
The stakes were high – and so were the rewards – as each winning men’s team walked away with a whopping $1 million, while the women’s champions collected a handsome $400,000.
The spotlight shone on the tournament MVPs, which saw Uniss Yusuf (Legends) drive off in a brand-new Toyota Vitz, while Richard Latif (Masters) and Quintin Sampson (Open) each zoomed away on a motorcycle.
Brenda Steven (female category) added elegance to her home with a three-piece living room suite.
The event – an exciting collaboration between title sponsors Regal Stationery and Computer Centre, the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Inc, and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport – was a true celebration of sport, unity, and community spirit.
All finalists proudly received trophies courtesy of Trophy Stall, adding to the festive atmosphere of the closing ceremony.
President of the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Inc, Ian John, extended heartfelt congratulations to the victorious teams and sincere thanks to all participants.
Special commendation was reserved for the CEO of Regal Stationery and Computer Centre, Anil Hardyal, whose unwavering support helped bring this Unification Softball Extravaganza to life.
The Unification One Guyana Softball Cup has set a high bar – and promises to become a staple on the national sporting calendar for years to come.
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