Slingerz FC West Demerara Independence Cup football to blast off today

Manager of Slingerz FC Colin Aaron (left) collecting the championship trophy from ANSA McAl PRO Darshanie Yussuf while other members of the launch party look on

The third annual Stag Beer-sponsored Slingerz FC West Demerara Independence Cup was officially launched yesterday at the ANSA McAl Boardroom in Beterverwagting on the East Coast of Demerara.

ANSA McAl Public Relations Officer (PRO) Darshanie Yussuf during the feature address said that while the tournament has its roots in the West Demerara region, she is happy that it has evolved to accommodate teams from outside of the area, giving it a national feel in the process.

Yussuf declared that the teams who are a part of the venture are known for their championship quality and as such will elevate the overall brand of the tournament. She further said that the Stag brand is committed to football development, while thanking the