Suriname is dispatching a 110-strong athletic delegation to compete in the Inter-Guiana Games (IGG) hosted by Guyana from December 5-7. This annual multi-sport event fosters regional camaraderie and athletic excellence among youth from Suriname, Guyana, and French Guiana. The contingent will embark on a road journey to Guyana on Wednesday morning.
The athlete roster, comprising competitors aged 14-18, will be accompanied by coaches, trainers, and officials from the Foundation School Sport Federation Suriname (SSFS). These young talents will showcase their skills across six competitive disciplines: athletics, swimming, basketball, volleyball, futsal, and chess.
Following months of intensive training regimens, the Surinamese delegation is widely regarded as exceptionally well-prepared and highly competitive. While podium finishes remain an objective, the mission equally emphasizes cultivating team spirit, demonstrating discipline, and representing the nation with pride.
As the operational arm of Suriname’s Ministry of Youth Development and Sport, SSFS has orchestrated all logistical and competitive preparations for the games. Looking ahead to 2026, Suriname plans to build on this momentum through participation in additional international youth tournaments, further solidifying its commitment to regional sports development and athletic diplomacy.