{"id":16402,"date":"2024-02-12T15:42:46","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T15:42:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/?p=16402"},"modified":"2024-02-12T15:42:47","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T15:42:47","slug":"cornette-and-persaud-secure-qualification-for-carfita-trails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncnguyana.com\/2023\/cornette-and-persaud-secure-qualification-for-carfita-trails\/","title":{"rendered":"Cornette and Persaud Secure Qualification for CARFITA Trails"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Track and field athletes Jaheel Cornette and Kaidon Persaud have recently achieved the qualifying standards for the upcoming CARFITA games, marking significant progress for Guyana’s athletics contingent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) is intensifying its preparations for the 2024 CARFITA games scheduled to take place in Grenada from March 30 to April 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A total of ten athletes have met the qualifying criteria thus far, showcasing the growing strength of Guyana’s track and field talent pool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The AAG recently organized a developmental meet at the Leonora Track and Field facility to facilitate athletes’ training and performance evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among the notable qualifiers is Commonwealth Gold Medalist Tianna Springer, who excelled in both the women’s 200 and 400 meters in the under 20 category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other under 20 athletes who met the standards include CARFITA medalist Attoya Harvey, Commonwealth medalist Javon Roberts, and sprinter Ezekiel Newton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, high jumper Charissa December and sprinter Jaheel Cornette have also secured their spots with impressive performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cornette, reflecting on his stellar 200-meter run during an interview with NCN Sport, expressed his determination to excel at the CARFITA games, emphasizing his rigorous training regimen and aspirations to bring home a medal for his country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the under 17 category, Athaleyha Hinckson achieved qualification in the women’s 100 meters, while Duel Europe secured a spot in the long jump event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kaidon Persaud, another promising athlete, qualified in the 400 meters alongside Ryan Joseph, who excelled in long jump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Persaud, echoing Cornette’s sentiments, affirmed his readiness to make his CARFITA debut, highlighting his preparation and aspirations to succeed at the games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an 800-meter specialist and javelin thrower, Persaud aims to maximize his potential and contribute to Guyana’s medal tally at the prestigious event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Cornette and Persaud joining the ranks of qualified athletes, Guyana’s representation at the CARFITA games promises to be competitive and promising. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the athletes continue their training and preparations, hopes are high for a successful outing in Grenada.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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