Archery Guyana has announced the continuation and expansion of its successful partnership with Guyana Beverages Inc. (GBI), marking a milestone in athlete support and sustainable sports development.
As the official beverage sponsor, GBI, under the leadership of Managing Director 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,” Archery Guyana’s President Vidushi Persaud‑McKinnon said.
She went on to express heartfelt gratitude to Arjoon and his GBI team, recognising their unwavering commitment to athletes’ well‑being and growth.
Their support not only enhances performance, but also promotes the Olympic ideals of wellness and excellence.
GBI will continue to support upcoming national tournaments, including the upcoming Outdoor Nationals 2025, by supplying hydration stations and athlete refreshments.
Arjoon, at the signing of the contract to renew the 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.”
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.”
In addition to hydration, the collaboration with GBI 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 situated at Plot 4A Plantation Great Diamond, EBD, or at the Branch Offices at Palmyra Berbice, Johanna Cecelia, Essequibo Coast.
With the renewed partnership, Archery Guyana and GBI will be exploring the placement of recycling bins at competition venues, 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.
“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,” Persaud-McKinnon added.
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