Guyana to Field Basketball Teams for Inter-Guiana Games
The Guyana Basketball Federation has announced its rosters for the upcoming competition held in Suriname this October.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Basketball
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The Guyana Basketball Federation has named its boys and girls squads for the 2026 Inter-Guiana Games, which will take place from October 23-25. Athletes aged 18 and under will represent Guyana against teams from Suriname and French Guiana at the Anthony Nesty Sports Hall.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a crucial platform for developing young athletic talent while fostering regional cooperation among Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. The federation anticipates high-level competitive performances from both squads during the event.
The delegation consists of 12 players on the girls team and 11 players on the boys team. All student-athletes competing in the event are aged 18 and under.
The players
Guyana Basketball Federation
This organization is responsible for the development, promotion, and administration of basketball activities within Guyana.
Warren Wilson
He serves as a coach for the Guyana boys basketball team participating in the international tournament.
Kwesi Thompson
He is a coach appointed to lead the Guyana boys basketball team during the upcoming regional games.
Osafa Johnson
He is a coach for the Guyana girls basketball team selected for the 2026 Inter-Guiana Games.
Ann Gordon
She serves as a coach for the Guyana girls basketball team competing in the international event.
The details
Coaches Warren Wilson and Kwesi Thompson will lead the boys team, while Osafa Johnson and Ann Gordon manage the girls squad. The competition schedule includes the girls team playing French Guiana on October 23 at 2:30 pm and both teams facing Suriname on October 24 at 3:30 pm.
Timeline
October 23-25, 2026: The Inter-Guiana Games basketball competition takes place in Suriname.
October 23, 2026: The girls team faces French Guiana at 2:30 pm.
October 24, 2026: The teams face Suriname starting at 3:30 pm.
Season Trajectory
The participation of these youth squads represents a critical milestone in the Inter-Guiana Games regional youth sports initiative. This tournament follows the established pattern of regional competition designed to foster long-term athletic development among young athletes.
The roster selection dictates the rotation and game-day strategies for both the boys and girls squads during the tournament. These selections confirm the pool of student-athletes who will represent Guyana in the matchups against French Guiana and Suriname.
The takeaway
The Inter-Guiana Games highlight the ongoing effort to strengthen regional sports ties through organized youth competition. Fans and followers can look for these young athletes to gain valuable international experience in the high-stakes environment of the Anthony Nesty Sports Hall.
Further reading
For more updates on international youth tournaments, visit the Basketball section.
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