Guyana to compete in four disciplines at sixth Islamic Solidarity Games

Guyana will compete in four disciplines- Boxing, Swimming, Table Tennis and Track and Field- at the sixth Islamic Solidarity Games, slated for November 5-21 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) on Sunday announced the full contingent of athletes and officials who will represent the nation at the multi-sport event, which brings together athletes from over 57 member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.

The Games will feature over 270 events across 19 disciplines, including Athletics, Boxing, Swimming, Table Tennis and Weightlifting, as well as emerging disciplines such as Esports and Para Sports.

See below the full press release issued by the GOA

Guyana will once again proudly participate in the sixth edition of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) Games, scheduled to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 5-21, 2025.

Following its debut at the first edition in 2005, Guyana will field a competitive contingent to represent the nation at this prestigious multisport event, which brings together athletes from over 57 member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

The Islamic Solidarity Games is a unique concept designed to foster unity, friendship, and cultural exchange among athletes of the Islamic world and beyond, promoting mutual understanding and solidarity through the universal language of sport.

Guyana’s participation marks a continuation of its growing engagement in international multi-sport competitions under the leadership of the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA), which remains committed to providing pathways for athletes to gain exposure, experience, and excellence on the world stage.

About the Games 

The Games will feature over 270 events across 19 disciplines, including Athletics, Boxing, Swimming, Table Tennis and Weightlifting, as well as emerging disciplines such as Esports and Para Sports.

Competitions will take place across four main venue clusters- Boulevard, Olympic Complex, Al Janadriyah and Malaz- all designed to ensure world-class facilities, sustainability and a seamless experience for athletes and spectators alike.

This year’s Games continue the tradition of promoting solidarity, cultural diversity and peace through sport, providing an opportunity for athletes to compete at elite levels while showcasing their nations’ talents and values.

This will be the second time Saudi Arabia hosts the event, the first being the inaugural games in 2005. The event is returning to its usual four-year cycle after the 2021 games in Konya, Turkey, was postponed to 2022 due to the pandemic.

Guyana’s team will be led by Chef de Mission Garfield Wiltshire, with Nalini McKoy serving as Assistant Chef de Mission.

GOA President Godfrey Munroe and Vice-President Cristy Campbell will attend the ISSA Annual General Assembly.

Chelsea Edghill, Chairperson of the GOA Athletes’ Commission, will represent Guyana at the Athletes’ Commission Session, where she will exercise voting rights on behalf of the nation.

The team is set to get into action with Boxing on November 5-10, followed by Table Tennis (November 8-12), Swimming (November 8-12) and Track and Field (November 17-20).

TABLE TENNIS 

Men’s Team: Shemar Britton (Singles, Men’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Men’s Team), Elishaba Johnson (Singles, Men’s Team) and Nigel Bryan (Singles, Men’s Doubles, Men’s Team)

Women’s Team: Chelsea Edghill (Singles, Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Women’s Team), Jasmine Billingy (Singles, Women’s Doubles, Women’s Team) and Thuraia Thomas (Women’s Team)

Coaches: Linden Johnson and Joel Alleyne

TRACK AND FIELD

Leslain Baird (Javelin), Emanuel Archibald (100m, Long Jump, 4x100m), Noelex Holder (200m, 4x100m), Akeem Stewart (100m, 4x100m), Revon Williams (400m, 4x100m, 4×400 Mixed), Robert Marcus (200m, 4x100m), Simeon Adams (400m, Mixed 4x400m), Aliyah Abrams (400m, Mixed 4x400m), Keliza Smith (100m/200m, Mixed 4x400m), Kenisha Phillips (200m- Alternate, Mixed 4x400m) and Natricia Hooper (Triple Jump)

Coach: Quincy Clarke

BOXING

Keevin Allicock and Joel Williamson

Coach:  Lennox Daniels

SWIMMING

Delroy Tyrrell (50m backstroke, 50m butterfly, 50m freestyle, 100m backstroke)

Coach: Ewin Enmore

Coming on the heels of His Excellency President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s visit and address to the ninth Future Investment Initiative (FII) forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 27-30, 2025, the event held under the theme ‘The Key to Prosperity- Unlocking New Frontiers of Growth’, Guyana’s participation at the Games takes on an even more significant role in Guyana sports diplomacy and development chapter.