By Travis Seymour
In a remarkable debut at the Indoor Hockey Masters World Cup in Nottingham, England, Guyana’s men’s over 45 team clinched a resounding victory against Canada, led by skipper Jerazeno Bell’s stellar performance.
Bell’s exceptional display, including a remarkable hat-trick, guided his team to an impressive opening win.
The match commenced with Devin Munroe setting the tone for Guyana with a field goal in the 4th minute.
Bell swiftly followed up with two converted penalty strikes in the 7th and 8th minutes, propelling Guyana to a commanding lead by the end of the first period.
Despite a goal from Canada’s Daniel Shafransky, Guyana’s dominance persisted, with Bell adding two more goals to his tally in the 16th and 20th minutes.
Devin Hooper also contributed to Guyana’s scoring spree, further extending their lead.
After the halftime break, Munroe and Ian Nicholson continued Guyana’s scoring spree, with Ramandeep Brar managing to pull one back for Canada.
However, it was Guyana’s day as they cruised to a comprehensive victory, with Hooper sealing the deal with a double.
Reflecting on the team’s performance, Bell emphasized the collective effort of the players, underscoring the unity and determination that propelled them to success.
Looking ahead, Guyana will face England next before concluding the pool round against Wales. With formidable teams like Australia, France, Germany, and Bangladesh in the tournament, Guyana’s victory sets a promising tone for their campaign in the Hockey Masters World Cup.
As Guyana’s hockey prowess shines on the global stage, fans eagerly anticipate further displays of skill and determination from the team in the upcoming matches.