Guyana was slated to be among the competing nations when the eFIBA Season Four South American qualifiers tipped off on January 21, marking another significant step in the country’s growing footprint in international e-sports basketball.
The tournament, which is being contested on NBA 2K26, brings together national teams from Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Guyana and Venezuela, placing Guyana on a competitive regional digital stage sanctioned by FIBA.
According to FIBA, eFIBA Season Four continues to expand the global reach of virtual basketball, blending national team pride with elite-level gaming as countries vie for advancement from regional qualifiers to the world stage.
The winning team from the South American regional competition will earn the right to advance to Qatar, where global supremacy will be on the line.
Guyana’s challenge will be led by a seven-member roster of local e-sports athletes, with Captain Jether Harris being joined by Craig Harlequin, Roshan Washington, Treston Burnett, Akeem Morrison, Tyrees Arthur and Hurton Rodney.
The team will compete under the banner of the Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF), with preparations focused on both technical gameplay and the stability required for high-level online competition.
A key boost to Guyana’s participation comes through support from the country’s leading internet and communications provider, One Communications, which has provided high-speed fibre connectivity to support seamless training and competition.
The initiative is powered by One Fibre, ensuring low latency, stability and uninterrupted online play, critical elements in modern e-sports where performance depends as much on connectivity as it does on skill.
One Communications’ Chief Executive Officer Abraham Smith underscored the wider national relevance of the initiative, stating, “President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has consistently highlighted the importance of the Orange Economy as a driver of diversification, innovation and youth empowerment in Guyana. E-sports is a powerful example of that vision in action, where creativity, technology and talent come together to create real opportunities for young people.”
“These athletes are not just playing a game; they are building digital skills, careers and global exposure through online platforms. At One Communications, we are proud to support this movement by providing the reliable connectivity that allows Guyana’s talent to compete regionally and internationally, including on the road to Qatar,” Smith said.
Smith further emphasised the broader reach of the company’s investment, noting, “At One Communications, we don’t just connect devices; we connect lifestyles. Whether you’re a gamer, student, entrepreneur or family at home, our network is built to support how people live, work and play every day. Supporting e-sports is a natural extension of our mission to empower modern digital lifestyles across Guyana.”
Smith met with the team at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, where they presented the One Communications CEO with a team jersey, just before their practice run, thanks to the company’s One Fibre.
Meanwhile, Jasmin Harris, Public Relations Manager at One Communications, described the partnership as an investment in the future of sport and youth development.
Harris highlighted, “Connectivity today shapes how people learn, compete, create and entertain. By supporting the Guyana Basketball Association’s e-sports team, we are investing in youth development, digital inclusion and the future of sport. This partnership demonstrates how One Communications supports the evolving lifestyles of Guyanese, where technology and talent intersect on both local and global stages.”
Jether Harris, the team’s Captain, who would’ve also represented Guyana at youth regional basketball tournaments, highlighted the everyday importance of reliable connectivity.
According to the local e-basketball team Captain, “E-sports is not just a game for us; it’s part of how we live, train and compete. Having reliable fibre connectivity from One Communications means we can play without lag, stay connected with international competitors and push ourselves to perform our best. This support fits perfectly into our lifestyle, where gaming, technology and ambition come together.”
As eFIBA Season Four gets underway, Guyana’s participation signals a convergence of sport, technology and national development, with local talent now poised to test itself against the region’s best on the virtual hardwood.
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