From July 12 to 20, 2025, Georgetown came alive with the unforgettable EDGE Series, the signature multi-sport competition hosted by Edge Sports Management (ESM). The event featured three dynamic sports—3×3 basketball, team table tennis, and a high-speed criterium cycling race—bringing together the very best local and regional athletes.
The Republic Bank 3×3 Basketball Tournament— Republic Bank Champions
At the National Gymnasium, sixteen elite teams competed for top honours in the Republic Bank 3×3 Basketball Tournament. Ultimately, Renegades dominated the court, defeating the Linden Shooters with a strong 21-13 victory to claim the title.
The crowd-roaring win reflected their skill, teamwork, and grit—earning champions’ glory and regional recognition.
KFC Table Tennis Teams Tournament— Regional Flair & Local Excellence
Held at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, the KFC Team Table Tennis Tournament featured powerhouse line-ups from across the Caribbean, including Trinidad & Tobago, Cuba, and Guyana’s best.
The dominant Queen’s Park Cricket Club (QPCC) from Trinidad swept their group without dropping a match, while Guyana’s Team 7 impressed with clinical wins over Quiet Storm and others.
Semi-final matchups between Team 7, QPCC, Quiet Storm, and WASA promised high drama—and delivered—cementing table tennis as one of the weekend’s highlights.
The weekend concluded with QPCC claiming the title and Aaron Wilson (TTO) winning the MVP Award. WASA finished in 2nd Place while Team 7 finished 3rd.
Criterium Cycling — Speed, Strategy, and Standout Performances
The grand finale on July 20 saw Vlissengen Road transformed into a high-speed criterium circuit, where Guyana’s best cyclists went head-to-head in front of an electric crowd.
Open Category Results
1️⃣ Briton John
2️⃣ Aaron Newton
3️⃣ Alexander Leung
4️⃣ Alex Newton
5️⃣ Jamaul John
6️⃣ Ryauath Jeffery
7️⃣ Christopher Griffith
8️⃣ Kwame Ridley
Category 4 Results
1️⃣ Junior Niles
2️⃣ Kwame Fortune
3️⃣ Salim Shaw
From explosive sprints to tactical drafting, the criterium capped off the Series in thrilling fashion, showcasing both seasoned riders and emerging talent.
The Vision Behind the Series
Founded by Chelsea Edghill, Olympian and CEO of ESM, the EDGE Series was designed to elevate Guyanese athletes by building visibility, opportunity, and community recognition.
With collaboration from the Guyana Basketball Federation, Guyana Table Tennis Association, and Kaieteur Attack Racing Cycling Club, the 2025 edition set a new benchmark for sports professionalism and athlete engagement in Guyana.
🙌 Gratitude & Acknowledgments
This Series would not have been possible without the dedication of many:
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Athletes and coaches across basketball, table tennis, and cycling, whose passion and performance inspired fans.
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National sports federations and Clubs for their technical expertise and event support.
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Sponsors for their vital contributions, including Republic Bank, KFC Guyana, SQ Apparel, Allform Solutions, Rep868, Dragonfly Drones and Geospatial Services, and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport.
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Volunteers, staff, and officials for ensuring operations ran smoothly.
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Fans for attending the games, creating an electric atmosphere, and showing up for sport in Guyana.
Final Take
The EDGE Series 2025 was more than competition—it was a movement. It proved that Guyanese sport can be world-class when athletes are given the platform, support, and exposure they deserve.
To everyone who played a part—thank you. Here’s to building on this momentum, raising the bar even higher, and returning in 2026 stronger than ever.
Until next year—stay on the EDGE.
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