New GPC’s Limacol to refresh KFC Goodwill tournament

Joining a star-studded list of corporate allies like KFC and the Royal International Hotel, New GPC Inc, under their immensely popular Limacol brand, have joined the supporting cast for the 6th annual KFC International Goodwill Schools’ football tournament.

The announcement was made on Thursday, during a simple ceremony at the company’s Farm, East Bank Demerara (EBD) headquarters, where Marketing Manager Elizabeth Ram likened their sponsorship to an investment in the nation’s future.

Ram shared, “This marks another significant milestone in our company’s ongoing commitment to supporting youth development, promoting healthy lifestyles and fostering community empowerment throughout Guyana. Football has always been more than just a sport; it is a force that unites communities, inspires young people and instils values such as teamwork, discipline and ambition.”

“These are principles that we here at New GPC Inc. strongly believe in, and we promote every day through our products, our outreaches and our corporate social responsibility initiatives. Our sponsorship reflects in our belief in investing in sports as an investment in the future,” the new GPC Inc Marketing Manager further stated.

On the other hand, Petra Organisation Secretary Jacklyn Boodie spoke to their long-standing relationship with the entity.

“On behalf of the Petra Organisation, we would like to extend a warm thank you to the New GPC Inc. This has been a long partnership, and we just want to say thank you, and we do appreciate your partnership, more specifically to this tournament,” Boddie expressed.

In addition, Petra’s Troy Peters shared an update on preparations, stating, “At this time, preparation is at a critical stage with just a few more weeks remaining, and we’re doing everything that is possible to ensure that we have one of the best tournaments seen in Guyana at this level.”

This year’s KFC Goodwill competition will feature defending champions Chase’s Academic Foundation, Annai or St Ignatius Secondary (Region Nine playoff to be hosted), and the runner-up of the Republic Bank Secondary School League – all representing Guyana.

From Trinidad and Tobago, St Benedict’s College will compete. Kingston College of Jamaica, Anglican Central Education Authority (ACEA) Select of the Bahamas, Monteiro Lobato School of Boa Vista, Brazil, and Suriname’s Schools’ Championship winners will add to the tournament’s international flair.

The tournament will run from Sunday, December 14, to Sunday, December 21.