MINISTER JACOBS UNDERSCORES GOVERNMENT’S PLANS FOR STRUCTURED SPORT DEVELOPMENT
Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport Steven Jacobs said government is serious about the growth and development of sport in Guyana, hence its continued investment in new and existing facilities across the country.
Echoing the sentiments of President Irfaan Ali, Jacobs pointed to Guyana becoming a hub for major sport activities, with events like the Global Super League T20 cricket and GT Challenge de las Americas motor-racing at the forefront.
Athlete development is also a key component of the process, and Minister Jacobs added that alliances with local stakeholders are necessary to provide avenues for talents to be harnessed.
The minister was speaking recently at the launch of the Massy Under-18 Secondary School Football tournament, and commended the Petra Organisation for their involvement in promoting grassroot development.
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As the nation’s athletes prepare to head to Grenada for the Carifta Games this weekend, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport Steven Jacobs has urged them to represent the nation well, both on and off the field.
The local-based athletes, along with officials, coaches and president of the Athletics Association of Guyana Amanda Hermonstine, on Wednesday afternoon paid a courtesy call on Minister Jacobs, who was accompanied by Director of Sport Steve Ninvalle, Chairman of the National Sports Commission Kashif Muhammad and Vice-Chair Cristy Campbell.
Guyana will be represented by a group of 24 talented athletes at the April 4-6 Games at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in St. George’s.
The local contingent will depart Guyana on Thursday morning for Grenada where they will be joined by the overseas-based team members.
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Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport highlighting our young people actively using the Durban Backlands playfield a powerful reminder of why safe, accessible recreational spaces matter in our communities.
These kids aren’t just playing they’re building teamwork, staying active, and creating positive pathways for their future.
The Government of Guyana Through the Ministry of Culture Youth and Sport continues to invest in our youth and will maintain spaces like Durban Backlands that give them the opportunity to grow, thrive, and stay inspired.
Source: Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport - Guyana
#Sports The Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) has relaunched the highly successful PNG NRL Academy as the PNGRFL Academy, with the program coming under the management and oversight of the national governing body.
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The Ministry of Education has announced that the recently commissioned Bayroc National Stadium in Linden will host the National Secondary Schools Athletics Championships in 2027.
The announcement came during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Championships on the West Coast of Demerara, marking a significant milestone in the government’s strategy to decentralise elite sporting facilities.
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Enhanced community grounds across Guyana are creating more opportunities for young people.
With improved spaces, children can now play freely, stay active, and engage in sports and recreational activities in their communities.
The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport remains committed to investing in the development and upgrading of grounds and sporting facilities across the country.
Source: Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport - Guyana
‘TRANSFORMATIONAL’ ANNA REGINA NATIONAL STADIUM SET FOR OPENING SOON
In a matter of weeks, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport will officially commission the new Anna Regina National Stadium in Essequibo. It is the second of the five stadiums on stream to open in 2026.
During a visit to the facility on Tuesday, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport Steven Jacobs, who has been making weekly trips to ensure deadlines are met, indicated the facility is on stream for opening.
He anticipates the facility will be transformational for the region, both from a sport and an economic standpoint. News Room’s Akeem Greene spoke to Minister Jacobs and filed this report.
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Elite Training Programme for Athletics underway
Experienced overseas athletics coaches are in Guyana and currently working with Guyana’s CARIFTA team at the National Track and Field Facility, West Coast Demerara, compliments of a direct investment by the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport.
In a landmark collaboration with US-based firm DStarr and the Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG), the initiative aims to bridge the gap between regional potential and global podium finishes by introducing sports science and high-performance metrics.
Steven Jacobs, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, visited the sessions on Sunday morning.
He noted that the programme is holistic and data-driven, developing Guyana's raw and exceptional talent and focusing on upskilling local coaches.
The CARIFTA Games will be held over the Easter Weekend (April 4-6) at the Kirani James Stadium in Grenada. A total of 24 athletes from Guyana have qualified for the Caribbean's marquee junior track and field event.
(Video: News Room/Jeremy Jagroop/March 22, 2026)
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“Nationals will be held at Bayroc in 2027...so we will be taking it to Region 10.”
That announcement came from Minister of Education Sonia Parag, who addressed athletes at the opening of the National Secondary Schools Championships 2026, signalling plans to bring the country’s premier schools' athletics meet to Linden next year.
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"At the National level, sports also plays a critical role"
That was the message from Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd) Mark Anthony Phillips, as he addressed athletes at the opening of the National Secondary Schools Championships 2026.
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The Grenada Rugby Juniors have officially set foot in Trinidad & Tobago.
This is a historic milestone for our grassroots rugby union, a milestone that couldn’t have been possible without the support of our community!
Thank you to our dedicated coaches, our disciplined juniors and our selfless supporters.
Our campaign is still live, so it’s not too late to have a hand in this moment!
Keep a close eye on our page for official updates!