On Saturday, 18 year old Rose Brescino was crowned Miss Santa Cruz at The Moruca Expo 2016.
According to a GINA press release, the event which was held at the Kumaka recreational ground under the theme “Moruca our home, our culture, our pride” aimed to foster economic, cultural and social enhancement among the people of Moruca and to provide a unique experience for the discerning Guyanese and tourists.
Other contestants who vied for the title of Miss Santa Cruz included Nikita Fredericks (Miss Manawarin), Margot Lucas (Miss Santa Rosa), Rehana Joseph (Miss Kariako), Tracy Thomas (Miss Assakata) and Indrecin Hackett (Miss Kwebanna), the release stated.
The contestants performed an introductory dance followed by a talent piece, traditional wear, beach wear, evening wear and an intelligence segment.
The gathering was entertained by calypsos and cultural items including dances and physical displays.
