As the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) prepares for an extraordinary congress on December 9, former GFF President Franklyn Wilson has officially announced his candidacy, seeking another term to lead the local football governing body.
Wilson submitted his candidacy papers at the GFF office in Campbellville, marking a pivotal moment in the upcoming elections.
Wilson, a former acting president, is no stranger to the leadership role within the GFF. With the extraordinary congress just around the corner, Wilson’s slate includes notable figures such as Vernon Burnett, former head of the Georgetown Football Association, for the position of first vice president.
Ramesh Persaud is slated for the role of second vice president, and Gregory Wickham for the position of third vice president.
Expressing his vision for the GFF, Wilson emphasized the importance of creating a space for every stakeholder to play a role in the development of football in Guyana.
This inclusive approach aims to foster collaboration and engagement from various segments of the football community.
Wilson, who brings a wealth of experience, having served as a sports journalist, believes that his leadership will contribute to the overall growth of football in Guyana.
He envisions a football ecosystem where all stakeholders, from sub-associations to elite league teams and affiliates, including coaches, women’s football, and referees associations, actively participate in shaping the future of football in the country.
The elections are expected to be contested by nine sub-associations affiliated with the GFF, nine elite league teams, and three affiliates, subject to meeting the outlined requirements in the GFF constitution.
With a focus on continuity and collaborative leadership, Wilson’s candidacy sets the stage for a potentially transformative period in Guyana’s football landscape.
As the extraordinary congress approaches, the football community eagerly anticipates the outcomes of the elections and the path that Wilson’s leadership could chart for the GFF.