Big boost for U20 football as KFC Independence Cup launched

By Stabroek News On In Sports |
GFF President Wayne Forde (2nd from right) collecting the sponsorship cheque from Charissa Rampersaud, KFC Training Manager, during the launch of the KFC Independence Cup. Also in the photo are the GFF’s Technical Director Ian Greenwood (left) and Director of Competitions Ian Alves. (Orlando Charles photo)
GFF President Wayne Forde (2nd from right) collecting the sponsorship cheque from Charissa Rampersaud, KFC Training Manager, during the launch of the KFC Independence Cup. Also in the photo are the GFF’s Technical Director Ian Greenwood (left) and Director of Competitions Ian Alves. (Orlando Charles photo)

The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) in partnership with KFC Guyana Incorporated, officially launched the KFC National U20 Intra-Association Championship yesterday at the latter’s Vlissengen Road office.

The event will commence with the association level championship, which is slated to run from April 27th – May 20th, with the national tournament pegged for May 31st – June 9th.

Winner of the overall tournament will pocket $500,000 and a trophy, with the second and third place finishers receiving $300,000 and $200,000 each and the corresponding accolade. The fourth-place finisher will receive a trophy.