Guyanese officials complete comprehensive training ahead of Inter-Guiana Games 

The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) have completed a comprehensive officiating training programme as part of a crucial preparation drive for the upcoming Inter Guiana Games (IGG).

The symposium at the National Racquet Centre focused on ensuring officials adhere to global standards ahead of the major tripartite games scheduled for December 5-7 in Guyana.

NSC’s Deputy Chair, Cristy Campbell, emphasised the importance of maintaining high standards, particularly in sensitive international events.

“Your role is significant because you must be aware of the officiating practices that align with World Athletics principles for fair play and ethics,” Campbell stated.

“We must be familiar with the principles of integrity in sport to avert actions that could discredit the quality of the games.”

She elaborated that “the Government will continue to support sport and work with national associations to improve in every capacity that could ultimately lead to better performances by our athletes locally and internationally.”

AAG President Sheryl Hermonstine welcomed the timely intervention, noting it was “well overdue” and would leave officials “better equipped for IGG.

The course covered a wide range of technical modules, including starts, throws, jumps, manual timekeeping, and track umpiring, alongside philosophical discussions on integrity and the modern meet manager system.