![Guyana Beverages Inc. representative Raymond Govinda handing over the sponsorship cheque to Petra Organization representative Jacklyn Boodie in the presence of Mark Alleyne [right] and GFF representative Wayne Dover [left].](https://s1.stabroeknews.com/images/2019/10/turbo3.jpg)
The third edition of the Turbo Knockout Football tournament was officially launched yesterday at the Ministry of Education ground, Carifesta Avenue.
The event which will last for the duration of 10 playing dates, will feature the likes of defending champion Northern Rangers FC, Georgetown Football Club (GFC), Camptown Football Club, Riddim Squad FC, GT Panthers FC, Pele FC, Eastveldt FC, Beacons FC, Police FC, Buxton Stars FC, Mahaica Determinators FC, Dynamic FC, Timehri Panthers, Uitvlugt FC, Pouderoyen FC, Eagles United, Black Pearl FC, Santos U-20, Fruta Conquerors U-20 and Buxton United U20.
It will commence on November 9th, with the grand finale slated for December 6th. All matches will be held at the Ministry of Education ground, Carifesta Avenue.
Winner of the event will receive $400,000, with the second, third and fourth place finishers collecting $200,000, $100,000 and $50,000 respectively.
Speaking at the launch of the event, Marketing Manager Samuel Arjune said, “We believe that the tournament provides the perfect platform to develop new talents and foster the growth of football.”
Petra Organization member Mark Alleyne said, “There is no better feeling as an administrator than the sport exceling. We believe that this partnership will continue to be a successful one.”
Also GFF Representative and Youth Coach Wayne Dover said, “We are on a scouting exercise across Guyana to look for talent for the National U20 tournament.” He further added, “We would like to say that we are pleased to recognize the contribution of the Petra organization and running these tournaments across Guyana. We look forward to seeing a smooth running of the Turbo Football tournament.”
