First Lady donates over $500,000 in sports gears to Essequibo Sports Club

First Lady Mrs Arya Ali has donated over $500,000 in sports gears to  the Reliance Hustlers Sports Club from the Essequibo Coast.  So said a statement released by her office.

The official handover took place on Saturday March 15, 2025 at State House in Anna Regina, Region two,  where representatives of the club received the equipment.

The donation included a range of essential cricket gear such as bats, batting pads, helmets,  gloves, and balls.

During the handing over, Mrs Ali reiterated the importance of investing in community sports  teams, emphasizing that such initiatives play a vital role in shaping well-rounded individuals,  fostering discipline, and instilling teamwork among youth, the statement said.

She noted that sports not only contribute to individual physical and mental well-being but also  serve as a catalyst for community and national development by uniting people and creating  opportunities for young talents to thrive.

Representatives of the Reliance Hustlers Sports Club expressed gratitude for the donation,  highlighting that it will go a long way in supporting their sports program for youth development.

They noted that access to quality sports equipment will enable aspiring young cricketers to train  more effectively and participate in competitive tournaments with the correct gears.