Registration for Guinness street football ends on November 8
The playoff rounds in the Guinness street football will commence following conclusion on Wednesday, November 8, of a registration period that officially started on October 27.
According to the coordinators, forms can be uplifted at Caesar’s Place, the Banks DIH Limited’s Durban Street location.
Coordinators of the tournament also indicated that it is going through several changes which will positively impact the overall quality. Colourful uniforms, displays and balls will be utilized to give the event vibrancy, which will certainly add to the atmosphere.
The best of Georgetown teams will begin their quest for Guinness in the Street honours
With 16 teams already given automatic berths to the group round, the initial elimination tournament will be utilized to select the other 16 teams that will form the final 32 for the round-robin stage.
The venues for the championship are Demerara Park, National Cultural Centre Tarmac, Burnham Basketball Court, Albouystown Tarmac, and the East Ruimveldt Tarmac [California Square].
The official playing dates are November 22, 23, 25, 30, December 2, 7, 9, 14, with the grand finale slated for Saturday, 16th December.
Winner of the overall event will walk away with $500,000 and the championship trophy. They will also represent the region in the National Playoffs.
On the other hand, the runners-up will pocket $250,000 and the respective accolade.
Meanwhile, the third and fourth place finishers of the event will collect $200,000 and $100,000 respectively and the corresponding trophy.
Forms can also be uplifted from Referee Coordinator Wayne Griffith by calling 697-7777.
