Upper Mazaruni Football: Waramadong, Kamarang secure spots in girls’, boys’ final
Kamarang are the first boys’ team to punch a ticket to the final
Two teams have booked their spots in the final of the Upper Mazaruni District Boys’ and Girls’ Football tournament, following two exciting semifinals on Wednesday afternoon at the Edwins United Sports Ground in Waramadong Village, Region Seven.
In the female category, home team Waramadong were the first to book their spot in the final, after pulling off a 3-0 victory over Kako girls.
Waramadong goal scorers are, from left, Edelsa Daniels, Esther Livan and Damelese Brown
Esther Livan found the back of the net first in the 24th minute, while her teammate Damelese Brown made it a 2-0 affair in the 48th. Just four minutes later, Edelsa Daniels pushed Waramadong’s tally to 3, to seal their spot in the grand finale.
Over in the male competition, Kamarang cruised past Kako 3-1 to secure their spot in the final. Kelvin McAlmont led the charge for Kamarang with a brace. After opening the scoring in the 18th minute, McAlmont completed his double in the 40th. Milton George later picked up where McAlmont left off, finding the back of the net in the 56th minute for Kamarang’s 3.
Waramadong girls have booked a spot in Sunday’s final
The semi-final action was scheduled to continue on Thursday afternoon with Kamarang and Jawalla’s girls going toe-to-toe for the remaining spot in the girls’ final, while defending champions Paruima and Waramadong boys battle for a spot in their final.
The second edition of the Upper Mazaruni District Football tournament has been sponsored by Guyana Beverage Inc. under their Busta and Turbo brands, and by sporting goods store MVP Sports. The final of both the Boys’ and Girls’ categories are scheduled for Sunday, June 23, at the same venue.
