05/08/2026
๐๐ฌ๐พ THE FIGHT CONTINUES FOR TEAM GUYANA! ๐ฌ๐พ
The journey at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games has been a challenging one for Team Guyana, but our athletes have continued to display the resilience, determination, and fighting spirit that define true champions.
Our men's team, which earned its place at these Games earlier this year, fielded a young transitioning squad led by multiple Caribbean champion Shemar Britton, alongside Niran Bissu, Elishaba Johnson, and Malachi Moore. Despite spirited efforts, Guyana came up short against Guatemala and the Dominican Republic in the team competition.
In the women's singles, Chelsea Edghill produced an excellent opening performance, defeating Samirah Muรฑoz 4-0 to advance to the Round of 32 before meeting one of the world's best, Puerto Rico's Adriana Dรญaz.
National champion Jazmine Billingy also impressed against Puerto Rico's Kristal Melรฉndez. While the result ended 4-0, Jazmine pushed her experienced opponent in several closely contested games, underlining her tremendous potential for the future.
In the men's singles, Shemar Britton took the opening game against Dario Arce before eventually falling 4-1. Elishaba Johnson, Malachi Moore, and Niran Bissu also battled courageously against higher-ranked opponents, gaining invaluable experience on one of the region's biggest stages.
The team's attention now turns to the Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, where they will be looking to finish the Games on a strong note.
๐ฅ Success is measured by more than medals. It is found in the courage to compete, the determination to improve, the resilience to overcome setbacks, and the pride of representing Guyana with honour.
We are proud of Team Guyana. Keep believing, keep fighting, and keep making our nation proud.
๐๐โค๏ธ Go Guyana! ๐ฌ๐พ๐