Guyana's Archers arrive in Santiago, Chile, for the 2023 Pan American Games

Archery Guyana Continental Judge, Nicholas Hing joined 16other World Archery International Judges and World Archery Americas Continental Judges for the First Stage of the Hyundai Archery World Cup in the city of Puebla, Mexico, which ran from April 7 to 12. 

The Archery World Cup is an Olympic qualifier which will be heldin 5 stages, with the first one being completed in Puebla, Mexico. The otherswill be held in Shanghai, China in May; Antalya, Turkiye in June; Madrid, Spain in July and finally in Saltillo, Mexico in September. 

This year also marks the 20th anniversary of the Hyundai Archery World Cup, which featured archers from over 30 countries.

Mr Hing was the first Guyanese to have judged at a World Cup Qualifier event, along with a few other judges, under the leadership of International Judge and WAA Secretary General Sergio Font Milian, and his Deputy Chair Shannon Russel-Cowan. 

Official practice started on Tuesday 7, which kept all the judges busy with field, equipment and uniform inspection. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday were ranking and elimination rounds. Judges’ meetings were held every morning by the Chair and Deputy Chair before the start of the days’ events to delegate the various tasks to the team.

On Thursday evening all visiting and local teams and officials were invited to dinner and a cultural show hosted by the state of Puebla, and on Friday evening, the teams and officials were invited to the grand opening ceremony resplendent with a laser light show, fireworks, a contortionist archer who shot with her feet, and speeches by officials including the Governor of Puebla, President of World Archery and President of World Archery Mexico.

The Final matches culminated in historic downtown Puebla on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12, with its 450-year-old Cathedral De Puebla as the backdrop. The judges were divided into 2 teams. One team for the medal matches, where the international judges along with some of the continental judges were based at the shooting line and target area, and the second team of continental judges at the practice field. Judge Hing’s team, consisting of several Mexican continental judges, oversaw the coordination of the archers on the practice field before and after each medal match. 

World Archery President, Mr Greg Easton personally thanked each judge for a job well done at this first stage of the Hyundai Archery WorldCup. 

“Since becoming a continental judge, I have had the good fortune of working with many wonderful judges from around the world, and this was no different, except this Archery World Cup Qualifier will be one of my most memorable experiences, especially working directly under Mr Sergio Font.”Hing said.


Archery Guyana’s Continental Judge officiates at Archery World Cup

Archery Guyana continues to demonstrate resilience and steady progress on the international stage, following a demanding day of qualification rounds held under intense heat conditions on April 15, 2026 in Panama City, Panama at the South American Youth Games.

In the compound division, Guyana’s Ravish Singh will face a strong opponent from Colombia in what promises to be a competitive matchup. Meanwhile, in the recurve category, Brandon Cummings will represent Guyana against Paraguay as he looks to secure progression to the next stage. Accompanying the Archers is Guyana's Head Coach Mr. Ryan McKinnon.

Competing on a sweltering range, athletes faced extreme temperatures that tested both physical endurance and mental focus. Despite these harsh conditions and reports of multiple cases of heat-related distress across the field, Guyana’s archers remained composed and delivered commendable performances.

Archery Guyana extends sincere appreciation to President Munroe and the Executive Committee of the Guyana Olympic Association for their continued leadership, support, and commitment to the development of the sport. 

As Archery Guyana continues its upward trajectory, these performances underscore the nation’s growing competitiveness and determination on the global stage.


Archery Guyana represented at the South American Youth Games, Panama 2026

Scores of Archers shoot for Gold at Archery Guyana’s 2025 National Indoor Championships.

While heavy rainstorms enveloped Guyana last weekend, it made for ideal environment for indoor archery, as proven over the weekend when Archery Guyana successfully hosted the 2025 National Indoor Archery Championships at the Sophia Exhibition Centre. The Federation motivated some 43 archers and their support personnel from across Guyana to brave the weather and come out to give an impressive display of precision, discipline, competitive excellence and mental fortitude in high level competition.

The two-day championship showcased the nation’s expanding talent pool across archery disciplines of recurve, compound, and barebow divisions. On Saturday morning Archery Athletes left their homes amongst the croaking of frogs and persistent pitter patter of raindrops making damp journey to compete in qualification rounds in the sport they love. Sunday was a similar in nature before the start of elimination matches and finals. Results of these championships contribute to national rankings and data collection to be used for national team consideration and historical records, reinforcing the importance within the local archery calendar of these ranking events.

Archery Guyana commends the commitment and resilience of the Organising Committee, athletes, coaches, officials, and families who ensured the event proceeded successfully despite challenging weather conditions.

With almost 50 participants registered, several high-level performances were seen together with increasing youth engagement. The 2025 National Indoor Championships represent another important milestone in the continued growth and development of archery in Guyana and attracted participation from various clubs such as Bow Nation, Golden League Archery, Pro Archers Guyana, Qayyim Archery and independent archers.

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The tournament was officiated by National Archery Judges, Ryan McKinnon in the capacity of Director of Shooting, whose leadership ensured safe, smooth and efficient competition operations. Line and Target judging duties were carried out by Judges Afzal Karim and Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon. Judges ensure rules are abided by while upholding the standards and integrity of the sport. Technical scoring operations were managed by Results Manager Saeed Karim, with verification support provided by Anoopa Ramdial, ensuring accurate scoring and timely results throughout the championship.

Special appreciation were extended to the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Mr. Roger Rogers, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, and Ms. Chester and the staff of the Sophia Exhibition Centre for their support.

Archery Guyana also extends sincere appreciation to Guyana Beverages Inc. for its generous sponsorship through the provision of Oasis Water and Altitude sports drinks, helping athletes remain hydrated and perform at their best throughout the competition.


Archers Shine Despite Heavy Rain at National Indoor Championships 2025

Archery Guyana Inc. successfully concluded Part II of its Wellness and Nutrition Seminar on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the National Racquet Centre, Woolford Avenue, bringing together athletes, coaches, and club representatives from across the archery community for another dynamic and engaging morning focused on athlete well-being and high-performance preparation.

The part 2 seminar formed part of the Federation’s continuing effort to strengthen the holistic development of its athletes, highlighting the importance of proper nutrition, injury prevention, physical conditioning, and recovery as essential components of elite sporting performance.

Archery Guyana extended sincere appreciation to Dr. Ariane Mangar, Director of Rehabilitation, and the Guyana Physiotherapists Association for their collaboration and support in delivering the programme. The Federation also expressed gratitude to workshop facilitators Ms. Vanessa Wickham and Ms. Aretha Legall, whose practical presentations and interactive discussions provided athletes with valuable insights into maintaining optimal physical health and performance readiness.

Participants explored topics ranging from physical conditioning and injury management to the role of nutrition and recovery in sustaining high-level performance. The sessions emphasised that modern competitive archery requires far more than technical skill.... it demands a structured and disciplined approach to overall athlete wellness.

Speaking during the Seminar, Archery Guyana’s Head Coach Ryan McKinnon emphasised that meaningful improvement in archery is not achieved simply by increasing the number of arrows shot during practice. Instead, athletes must focus on intentional training, combining technical practice with physical care, conditioning, and mental discipline in order to consistently execute the precise technique required in competitive archery.

An important initiative also emerged from discussions during the seminar. National Federation President Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon announced that Archery Guyana is currently working with Dr. Ariane Mangar and the Ministry of Health to organise a vision screening opportunity for archers.

Mrs. Persaud-McKinnon opined that given that archery relies heavily on accurate vision, focus, and depth perception, the Federation is exploring arrangements for a Saturday morning screening session where athletes will be able to receive basic eye examinations. For archers who may require corrective lenses, there may also be access to vouchers through a Ministry programme to assist with obtaining glasses.

Clubs have been asked to submit the names and contact information of interested archers so that numbers can be compiled and arrangements finalised in collaboration with the Ministry.

The Board of Directors of Archery Guyana also expressed appreciation to its corporate partners who supported the event. Thanks were extended to the Massy Distribution Guyana Inc. for providing Soldanza snacks and healthy Nature Valley Oats 'n Honey granola bars for participants, and to Guyana Beverages Inc. for supplying Oasis Water and Altitude, helping to keep athletes refreshed throughout the session. Thanks were also expressed to Director of Sport Mr. Steve Ninvalle and the National Sports Commission for use of the Facility.

The seminar concluded with group photographs featuring participants from the various clubs represented, reflecting the strong sense of community and shared commitment to raising the standard of archery in Guyana.

The Wellness and Nutrition Seminar forms part of Archery Guyana’s broader strategy to develop well-rounded athletes capable of competing successfully at regional and international levels.

Through initiatives such as education workshops, athlete health programmes, and collaboration with professional partners in sports medicine and rehabilitation, the Federation continues to reinforce the message that elite performance begins with athlete health, discipline, and preparation.

As the Federation continues to expand its development programmes, Archery Guyana remains committed to ensuring that its athletes are supported not only technically, but also physically and mentally, as they pursue excellence in the sport.


Archery Guyana continues to strengthen Athlete Development Through Part II Wellness and Nutrition Seminar

Archery Guyana is proud to announce its participation in the IV South American Youth Games Panama 2026, where two promising young athletes will represent the Golden Arrowhead in the sport of archery.

Guyana will be represented by Brandon Cummings in the Individual Recurve category and Ravish Singh in the Individual Compound category. Both athletes have been engaged in an intensive training programme under the guidance of World Archery Level 2 Certified Coach Ryan McKinnon, who will accompany the athletes to Panama to provide technical support and mentorship throughout the Games.

The archery competition is scheduled for April 15–18, 2026, and will be held at the Estadio de Tiro con Arco at the Ciudad Deportiva Irving Saladino in Panama City. 

The Games are expected to bring together more than 1,500 athletes from 15 National Olympic Committees of the Organización Deportiva Suramericana (ODESUR), representing countries including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, Suriname, and host nation Panama, among others.  These Games serve as a major multi-sport platform for the region’s emerging athletes and promote excellence, friendship, and the Olympic spirit.

In preparation for the event, Cummings and Singh have been undertaking focused training sessions aimed at sharpening their technical execution, mental focus, and competition readiness. Their preparation reflects Archery Guyana’s continued commitment to developing athletes capable of competing at the highest regional and international levels.

The Board of Directors of Archery Guyana also wishes to express its sincere appreciation to President Godfrey Munroe and the Executive Committee of the Guyana Olympic Association for their support in facilitating the country’s participation in these Games. The Association looks forward to travelling alongside the other disciplines that will represent Guyana and proudly showcasing the nation’s talent on the international stage.

Logistical preparations for the delegation are currently being coordinated with Chef-de-Mission Ms. Carolyn Garraway, as final arrangements are made to ensure the athletes are well supported throughout the competition.

Archery Guyana extends its best wishes to Brandon Cummings and Ravish Singh as they prepare to compete and represent Guyana with pride in Panama.


Archery Guyana gets set for IV South American Youth Games in Panama


Archery Guyana on October 14, 2025, received meaningful corporate support as Massy Gas Products (Guyana) Ltd. proudly joined hands with the national federation to assist its participation in the upcoming 7th Caribbean Development Championships (CDC), scheduled to take place in Trinidad and Tobago from October 22–28, 2025.

 Massy Gas Products (Guyana) Ltd has been serving Guyana for over 77 (seventy-seven) years as the leading distributor of Industrial, Medical and Liquified Petroleum Gases (LPG) in Guyana.


At a simple handover ceremony held at the company’s Head Office, Old Road, Eccles, East Bank Demerara, Mr. Afzal Karim, Assistant Vice President, Finance and Administration, presented a cheque to Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, President of Archery Guyana. The sponsorship from Massy Gas Products will go directly towards procuring uniformed team shirts for the Guyanese contingent, ensuring that athletes and officials proudly represent the nation in standardised national apparel during the regional event.


Guyana will field a delegation of thirty-one (31) athletes and eleven (11) officials, competing across the Recurve, Compound, and Barebow disciplines in the Beginner, Developmental, and Amateur categories, comprising athletes and officials from some of the affiliated archery clubs forming one of the largest teams ever fielded by Archery Guyana for an international competition.


Mrs. Persaud-McKinnon expressed deep appreciation on behalf of Archery Guyana, noting that the generous contribution will enhance the team’s sense of national pride and unity. She opined “This partnership with Massy Gas Products helps strengthen our efforts to build capacity, expand access to archery across Guyana, and present our athletes in a manner that reflects professionalism and national pride,” she remarked. “We are sincerely grateful for Massy Gas Products' support as we prepare to represent Guyana on the regional stage.”


In making the presentation, Mr. Karim commended Archery Guyana for its continued progress, noting Guyana’s recent participation at the Junior Panamerican Youth Championships. “Massy Gas Products is pleased to support Archery Guyana’s participation in the Caribbean Development Championships,” he said. “We are proud to contribute to initiatives that promote discipline, teamwork, and excellence,  qualities that resonate deeply with our company’s values.”


Archery Guyana extends heartfelt thanks to the management team and the Board of Directors of Massy Gas Products (Guyana) Ltd. for its valued partnership and unwavering support in advancing the Federation’s mission and helping showcase Guyana’s sporting talent at the regional level.


Massy Gas Products Supports Archery Guyana’s Participation in the upcoming Caribbean Development Championships

Two of Archery Guyana’s members, Jeewanram Persaud and Mehandra Chatargum are in the USA competing in the 20th edition of the Lancaster Archery Classic 2024 hosted at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Pennsylvania, the largest indoor sports complex in the United States just outside of Lancaster. The Classic attracts archers from all over the world every year during the winter season.

![Guyanese Archer Mahendra Chatargum poses with fellow archer at 20th Lancaster Archery Classic hosted at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Pennsylvania.](/images/uploads/mahendra-chatargum-archery-guyana-represented-at-20th-lancaster-archery-classic.jpg)

Persaud and Chatargum are shooting in the Men’s Barebow Division against some of the world’s biggest names in barebow and have been meeting and making friends with some of them. Shooting for a top score of 660, Persaud shot his ranking score of 515 on Thursday 25th January, 2024 while Chatargum shot his ranking score of 502 on Friday 26th January, 2024. Persaud came in at #48 making it into the eliminations bracket, while Chatargum came in at #72 just outside of the elimination which ends at Archer Number 64. The elimination rounds on Saturday saw Persaud go up against John Dawson of the USA, with Dawson gaining just 2 points to win 100-98. The Classic continues with the shoot-up finals on today (Saturday) and tomorrow, Sunday.

![Guyanese Archer Jeewanram Persaud poses with fellow archer at 20th Lancaster Archery Classic hosted at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Pennsylvania.](/images/uploads/jeewanram-persaud-archery-guyana-represented-at-20th-lancaster-archery-classic.jpg)

The Board of Directors of Archery Guyana conveys its congratulations to both Archers for their participation and is proud of our 2 barebow archers who represented the country at this huge event and wish them safe travels back home.




Archery Guyana represented at 20th Lancaster Archery Classic




Archery Guyana is proud to announce the continuation and expansion of its successful partnership with Guyana Beverages Inc. (G.B.I.), marking a milestone in athlete support and sustainable sports development.

As the official beverage sponsor, G.B.I., under the leadership of Managing Director Mr. Samuel Arjoon and dedicated team, will continue supplying Oasis purified water and the innovative new Altitude sports drink to all national archery events. Oasis, celebrated for its crisp, premium taste, and Altitude: formulated with essential electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium) and available in flavours like Fruit Punch, Grape, and Blue Frost, all offer vital hydration and recovery for athletes.

“Hydration is very important for archery, and any sport overall,” confirms Archery Guyana's President, Mrs. Vidushi Persaud‑McKinnon, who went on to express heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Arjoon and his G.B.I. team, recognising their unwavering commitment to athlete well‑being and sport growth. Their support not only enhances performance but also promotes the Olympic ideals of wellness and excellence.

Guyana Beverages Inc. will continue to support upcoming national tournaments, including the upcoming Outdoor Nationals 2025, by supplying hydration stations and athlete refreshments.

Education & Awareness: Joint campaigns on proper hydration, sports nutrition, and sustainability will be rolled out later this year.

In addition to hydration, the collaboration with G.B.I. is increasingly geared toward sustainable practices.  Their products can be found at retailers nationwide and even though a distributor they facilitate walk-ins who purchase by a case and up at either their Head office situate at Plot 4A Plantation Great Diamond EBD or at the Branch Offices at Palmyra Berbice, Johanna Cecelia, Essequibo Coast.

“This collaboration is not just about sport.... it’s about the health of our people and our planet. We’re eager to align with GBI’s sustainability model and explore opportunities to make our events greener,” added Persaud-McKinnon

Mr. Samuel Arjoon, Managing Director of G.B.I. at the signing of the contract to renew partnership at the Diamond's Head Office declared “We are honoured to continue supporting Archery Guyana. Oasis water and our new Altitude sports drink are designed to help athletes stay hydrated and energised, and we remain committed to supporting sports development in Guyana.”
Mrs. Vidushi Persaud‑McKinnon, President of Archery Guyana opined: “GBI’s ongoing generosity is instrumental in our mission to elevate archery nationally. Their sponsorship enriches athlete performance and reinforces our emphasis on environmental responsibility.”With the renewed partnership, the National Federation, Archery Guyana and Guyana Beverages Inc. will be exploring the placement of recycling bins at competition venues and eco-awareness displays and athlete education on proper disposal and will be seeking to integrate International Days (e.g., World Environment Day, World Water Day) into archery events through small but meaningful actions.


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