The Barbados Secondary Schools Football League witnessed a series of electrifying matches on Monday, showcasing the talent and determination of young athletes across the island. In a nail-biting encounter, Deighton Griffith Secondary School edged out The Ellerslie School with a 2-1 victory, thanks to crucial goals from Kovanni Elibox-Greaves in the 12th minute and Robinho King in the 80th minute. Aidan Jordan managed to pull one back for The Ellerslie School, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win. Deighton Griffith, currently second in the standings with 14 points, demonstrated their prowess as one of the league’s strongest teams. Meanwhile, Grantley Adams Memorial and The St Michael School played out a thrilling 4-4 draw. Roberto Spratt’s brace for Grantley Adams was complemented by goals from Kamari Holder and Dwayne Doughlin, while The St Michael School’s Ethan McCollin, Shakobi Jordan, and Darran Skeete ensured their team remained competitive. In another high-scoring affair, the Barbados Vocational Training Board (BVTB) and Christ Church Foundation School (CCFS) battled to a 4-4 stalemate. Jamarco Reece’s hat-trick for BVTB was matched by Jayfen Rowe’s brace and goals from Keyari Neptune and Nicholas Olton for CCFS. Lester Vaughan Secondary School dominated Graydon Sealy Secondary School with a commanding 6-1 victory, fueled by Dimiko Jordan, Rajae Thompson, and Troyell Downes, each scoring twice. Lamar Forde scored the lone goal for Graydon Sealy. Coleridge and Parry secured a narrow 1-0 win over Princess Margaret Secondary School, with Demarco Greenidge netting the decisive goal. Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic Institute (SJPI) defeated The Lodge School 2-0, courtesy of Ajani Payne’s penalty and Ramiro Dunner’s regular-time goal. Finally, Alexandra School triumphed over Harrison College with a 3-0 victory, thanks to goals from Jaylen Gibson, Tashawn Nurse, and Darelle Pilgrim.