The nine delegates vying for the coveted title of Miss Guyana Universe 2014 were on Friday evening sashed by their respective sponsors during a simple ceremony at the Pegasus Poolside, ahead of the grand finale.
Despite the international pageant has been pushed back to January 24, 2015, in Miami, Florida, the local leg of the competition will be held on October 26.
The nine beauties were first unveiled to the public about two weeks ago at Palm Court and they have since been promoting themselves on social media.
At the sashing ceremony, Franchise Holder Odinga Lumumba said this time around, the cream of the crop has been selected and fans will be in for a grand time.
He said the delegates were in training for the past three months and are fully prepared for competition night.
On this note, he added that the contestants are competitive and whoever wins will be the ideal person to represent Guyana on the international stage.
He reiterated that the competition is judged fairly and the Planning Committee is anticipating a fierce competition. He also announced that Trinidadian soca sensation, Kees Dieffenthaller from Kes the Band will be performing on the evening of the finals.
The contestants are Jyoti Hardat, who is sponsored by Guyana Mobile; Alicia Kirton sponsored by Tempe Tea; Sonia Cummings sponsored by Kawloon Inc; Cardella Hamilton sponsored by Water Chris Hotel; Rochelle Cheddie sponsored by Strategic Asset Solutions; Lakota Mc Phoy sponsored by Musik Night Club; Shonette Cain sponsored by DEP Trading Inc; Nakita Barker sponsored by Palm Court; and reigning Miss Jamzone International Soyini Fraser, who is sponsored by Schwars Law LLC.
On October 26, the pageant night, the delegates will be competing in swimwear, evening wear and an intelligence segment.