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Chung and Boodhoo excel at Archery Guyana’s National Indoor Recurve Open

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Female winner Roshini Boodhoo (black outfit) shares a moment with silver medallist Karin Toppin, while male category winner Lucas Chung is at right

Archery Guyana proudly hosted the 2024 National Indoor Recurve Open on January 18-19, 2025, at the Cyril Potter College of Education Auditorium, Turkeyen Campus.

This highly anticipated event brought together archers from across the nation to compete in an atmosphere charged with excitement, camaraderie and high-performance standards.

Continuing its trailblazing efforts, Archery Guyana ensured the presence of a professional physiotherapist to provide vital support to athletes.

Physiotherapist Stowell Barry, a skilled practitioner with a passion for sports therapy, was on site to deliver tailored treatments that enhanced athlete performance and reduced injury risks.

This initiative, now a hallmark of Archery Nationals, was made possible through the invaluable collaboration of Vanessa Wickham, the National Sports Clinic, and Dr. Ariane Mangar from the Ministry of Health.

Archery Guyana once again raised the bar by streaming the competition live and utilising the globally recognised IANSEO software for real-time scoring.

This ensured immediate updates for athletes, coaches and fans, adding to the electrifying atmosphere of the event.

Participants and officials of the tournament

The competition delivered riveting performances and showcased the talent and resilience of the participants.

In the Women’s category, Roshini Boodhoo delivered a commanding performance to claim the gold medal, with Karin Toppin earning silver in a spirited showing by the female archers.

In the Men’s category, the bronze medal match captivated spectators as Jeewanram Persaud faced off against the 2024 Barebow gold medallist.

In a tightly contested battle, Jeewanram emerged victorious, solidifying his place on the podium.

The gold medal match between veteran archer Sean Duncan and newcomer Lucas Chung was the highlight of the event.

Chung, competing in his first national competition, held his nerve to tie with Duncan in regulation rounds.

The tension peaked as the match went to a one-arrow shoot-off, where Chung’s precision secured him the gold medal.

The Results Management Team led by Results Manager Anopa Ramdial and Results Verifier Karim Asiyah and Shakeem Idrees released the official results as follows:

Men’s Results

  • Gold: Lucas Chung
  • Silver: Sean Duncan
  • Bronze: Jeewanram Persaud

Women’s Results

  • Gold: Roshini Boodhoo
  • Silver: Karin Toppin

The energy at the Cyril Potter College of Education Auditorium was electric, with spectators cheering enthusiastically for every shot. The camaraderie among athletes, officials and fans created an unforgettable experience.

Director of Shooting Ryan McKinnon’s leadership and the dedication of competition officials, including Chairperson of Judges Robert Singh and Judges Saeed Karim and Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, ensured the event’s success.

At the presentation ceremony, Director of Shooting Ryan McKinnon delivered closing remarks, while President Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon expressed profound gratitude to key stakeholders, including:

  • Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr.
  • Director of Sport, Steve Ninvalle
  • National Sports Commission
  • Guyana Olympic Association President Godfrey Munroe and Executive Committee
  • Samuel Arjoon of Guyana Beverages Inc. (Oasis Water)
  • Vanessa Wickham, the National Sports Clinic
  • Ariane Mangar, Ministry of Health
  • Physiotherapist Stowell Barry
  • Members of the media

Special thanks were extended to Principal Noella Joseph and Alque Stanley for the use of the Cyril Potter College Auditorium, a venue that contributed significantly to the event’s success.

Looking ahead, Archery Guyana is excited to announce the upcoming Youth Open, scheduled for February 8-9, 2025, at the National Gymnasium.

This event invites all youth archers to participate and continue developing their skills in this dynamic and inclusive sport.

Archery Guyana remains steadfast in its mission to elevate the sport locally while setting international standards for excellence. (Archery Guyana Press Release)

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