Following their recent withdrawal from the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Boys U14 Challenge Series in the Dominican Republic, the Golden Jaguars National team has arrived in Suriname for a three-match international friendly tour.
This was disclosed by an official release from the Guyana Football Federation (GFF). It was also stated that the team will contest three matches against the U16 age group of club teams, following their withdrawal from the regional tournament due to a lack of available flight options.
The U14 squad comprises: Kemron Pellew, Caio Paul, Joseph Eusebio, De Angelo Dick, Machaia Defreitas, Mikkel Mills, La Andre Garnett, Ezekiel Baldeo, Michael Joseph, Jason Felix, Delyman Hendricks, Luke Lavigne, Keshon Leacock, Jemeal Garnett, Nicholas Tixey, Shaquan David, Isaiah Ifill, Jaden Harris, Levi Sampson, and Malcolm Hendricks.
The coaching staff encompasses: Devnon Winter (Head Coach), Joyann Williams (Team Manager), Selwyn Isaacs (Asst Coach), Andre Gibbs (GK Coach), and Mark DeFreitas (Assistant Manager).
Guyana will open their campaign against Voorwarts tomorrow at 16.30 hours before opposing Transvaal on the 28th at 16.30 hours. They will oppose Inter Wanica at 17.30 hours in their final match on the 30th.
“We are happy to fulfil our promise to the players and parents after the difficult decision to withdraw from the CFU Challenge Series for issues beyond our control,” GFF Acting Technical Director Bryan Joseph was quoted as saying.
“We were able to broker an agreement with the Suriname FA for three development games against established U16 club teams. We believe this presents a great opportunity for our boys to have some international exposure. It will mean a lot to their overall development. They have all worked hard to be able to represent the nation and I wish the players and staff best of luck and a great experience,” he added.
