Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., yesterday morning delivered the charge to Guyana’s Commonwealth Youth Games team prior to their departure for the games scheduled from tomorrow to 11th August 2023 in Trinidad and Tobago.
“On behalf of the government and people of Guyana, I wish you every success and we are grateful for your service,” said Ramson Jr.
“Congratulations on being selected as national representatives. It is an honour and privilege to represent one’s country, and do so with honour, pride, distinction and to the best of your abilities.
He emphasized the government’s commitment to developing sport in Guyana.
to the Commonwealth Youth Games which commences tomorrow in Trinidad.
“As a government we are working and making the strategic investment in developing the sporting landscape and industry, “he declared.
Reflecting on his own life experiences, Minister Ramson Jr., referenced the potential and positive impact sports has on moulding one’s life. He urged the selected student/athletes to use the experiences of sports to expand their horizon, growth and development.
“In your young and budding careers filled with so much potential, you are on the pathway to excellence and it’s critical that you remain disciplined as students of your sport and life.
He implored the athletes to use the opportunity of the games and the current position they are in to inculcate the right habits, create the attributes, attitudes and mindset that would see them maximizing and realizing their fullest potential in future sporting careers and in life.
“Know that you have worked hard, sacrificed, have the talent and potential to do of your best, meet new friends in your downtime, discuss training regimen, adopt a resilient, positive and growth mindset as a key ingredient for realization of your potential and talent as you embark on this wonderful journey, “ he exhorted the youthful ambassadors.
Guyana will be represented by a delegation of 13. The team comprises five track and field athletes, three swimmers, two physiotherapists swimming and athletics coaches as well as Chef-de-Mission, Nalini Mc Koy.
The swimmers’ competition will commence Sunday while the athletics team will display their talents from Monday.
