Ruggers dumped from NACRA over late registration

President of the GRFU, Peter Green (centre) making a point during yesterday’s press briefing as Director of Sevens rugby, Mike McCormack (left) and Executive member of the union, Captain Earl Edghill look on. (Orlando Charles photo)

Guyana, the six-time NACRA men’s Sevens champions were booted out of this year’s championships slated for the Cayman Islands next month without playing a game following late registration by five hours.

This was confirmed by the Guyana Rugby Football Union (GRFU) during yesterday’s press briefing at the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) building.

“Guyana will not be allowed to participate in the upcoming North America & Caribbean Rugby Association Championships on the grounds