Buxton United defeat newcomers Dynamic FC 3-0

Buxton United defeated newcomer Dynamic FC 3-0 to secure the East Coast Demerara zone title yesterday in the KFC Independence U20 Club Knockout Football Championship.

 Hosted at the National Training Center, Providence, Troni Semple handed the Buxtonians the lead as he found the back of the net in the 19th minute. The score would remain unchanged heading into the half-time interval.

 Omari Glasgow would then double his side’s lead, as he etched his name on the scorer’s sheet in the 72nd minute. The victory was then sealed by Jamar Harrigon, scorer of an 80th minute effort.

 With the win, Buxton United joined the likes of Fruta Conquerors [Georgetown], Timehri Panthers [East Bank Demerara], Potaro Strikers [Bartica], Pouderoyen [West Demerara] and Botofago [Upper Demerara] in the National Championship.

Fruta Conquerors brushed aside Santos 3-1 while Timehri Panthers clipped Soesdyke Falcons 4-1.

 Potaro Strikers edged Lazio 1-0. Meanwhile, Pouderoyen bested Den Amstel 5-4 on sudden death penalty kicks, whilst Botofago downed Amelia’s Ward Panthers 3-1 on penalty kicks.

 Among the major zones still to be completed are Berbice and Rupununi. Winner of the national tournament will pocket $500,000 and a trophy, while the runner-up will walk away with $300,000. On the other hand, the third place side will collect $200,000.