Grove Hi-Tech, Den Amstel secure quarterfinal berths

NA United’s winger Jamal Butts (left) trying to evade a crunching tackle from his Grove Hi-Tech marker during their round of 16 contest at the Grove Community ground, East Bank of Demerara.

 

Two time defending champion Grove Hi-Tech and West Demerara unit Den Amstel sealed their berths in the quarterfinals following hard-fought wins, when the Stag Nation Cup resumed on Wednesday at the Grove Community ground.

The home side overcame New Amsterdam (NA) United by a 4-2 score line. Contested under heavy conditions, the hosts grabbed the early lead in the eighth minute, as Marvin Squires stabbed past the advancing goalkeeper inside the center of the six yard area.