NSC, AAG host officiating training programme ahead of IGG
October 13 2025
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Athletics Association of Guyana’s (AAG) development committee held an officiating training programme on Sunday at the National Racquet Centre ahead of the Inter Guiana Games (IGG) scheduled for later this year.
NSC Commissioner, Cristy Campbell gave the opening remarks at the start of the training programme, noting that such programme’s are significant to the continued development and quality of track and field.
“The AAG, NSC, the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport and by extension the Government of Guyana have collaborated to host this important officiating course as we prepare for the tripartite IGG games in December. Your role as officials is significant, particularly because you must be aware of the officiating modules and practices that align with World Athletics’ principles for fair play and ethics in track and field.
“There could be instances of controversy during the games. As officials, you ought to be familiar with the principles of integrity in sport to avert actions that could discredit the quality of the games,” Campbell eloquently stated.
Additionally, Campbell encouraged the officials to be receptive of what is being taught while reminding those in attendance of the government’s continued support.
“I urge you all to grasp and practice the content of the modules that is being taught at this symposium. The NSC, Ministry and by extension the Government of Guyana will continue to support sport and work with national associations to improve in every capacity that could ultimately lead to better performances by our athletes locally and internationally,” Campbell noted.
Meanwhile, President of the AAG, Amanda Hermonstine shared her thoughts on hosting the programme at this time of year, “I believe it’s timely and well overdue. Our officials are better equipped for IGG,” Hermonstine opined.
The training programme included modules on starts, throws. Jumps, philosophy, manual time keeping, track umpiring and the call room meet manager system. These modules were facilitated by Mark Scott, Cornel Rose, Mayfield Taylor, Lyndon Wilson, and Cheryl Sam.
The Inter Guiana Games is scheduled for December 5-7 in Guyana.
Caption: From left sitting: Chaiorperson of the AAG’s Development Committee, Mark Scott; President of the AAG, Amanda Hermonstine; NSC Commissioner, Cristy Campbell and Vice-Chairperson of the AAG’s Development Committee, Dr. George Washington.
