Rose Jr optimistic of team’s chances heading into Pre-Qualifiers

…honoured to lead side once again

By Timothy Jaikarran

Guyana’s Head Coach Junior Hercules over the weekend decided on his final 12-man roster for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Americas Pre-Qualifiers in San Salvador, El Salvador.
Stanton Rose Jr was selected to lead the squad going forward, with his Co-Captain, professional basketball player Delroy James.
In an exclusive interview with Guyana Times Sport, Rose Jr was grateful to be selected to lead the national side. “It feels surreal to be captaining these guys once again and I’m honoured by it. It is a good team and I think they did what they were supposed to. I love the team selected. In terms of our chances, we have a little bit of everything, so I know our chances are high! We just have to go out there and play as a team. When we look at the international experience we have on our side, it’s coming together slowly; hopefully by the time we are ready to leave, we’re where we want to be.”
Rose Jr went on to state that he was extremely grateful for his Co-Captain in the form of the iconic and experienced James. He noted that it was great to have him alongside him as he has got the experience of playing pro all over the world and as such, team members could learn much from each other. Rose Jr further went on to state that for the team to take the title he expects everyone to be a team player, that will go out and give her heart, have fun and come out victorious every time.

He also touched on the individuals who disagreed with the team selection, saying, “even if you disagree with the selectors or don’t like the team, still show love and pray for us because we repping 592 and not ourselves and family! Love!”
In closing, when Rose was asked about the readiness of the team, he noted, “We got a lot to put in and we’re not that far ,but once we can be on the same page every day and grind it during practices, we’ll be the team we want to be.”

Guyana’s Game Schedule:
• Game 1: Thursday, April 15 – 21:00 GYT – Guyana v Nicaragua
• Game 2: Friday, April 16 – 18:00 GYT – Jamaica v Guyana
• Game 3: Saturday, April 17 – 21:00 GYT – Guyana v El Salvador
• Game 4: Sunday, April 18 – 18:00 GYT – Costa Rica v Guyana
All Guyana games will be broadcast via E-Networks E1 Channel.