Tropical Thunder crowned Barbados Beach Soccer champions

In a spectacular display of skill and teamwork, Tropical Thunder claimed victory at the Barbados Beach Soccer Championship on Sunday, defeating the Beach Blitzers 6-1 in a commanding final at Browne’s Beach. The match, which concluded weeks of intense competition, highlighted the prowess of Barbados’ top beach soccer talent. Jamar Crouch Grazettes was awarded Man of the Match for his exceptional performance, and the team secured the $10,000 winners’ prize. Coached by Edwyn Wood and led by captain Peter Grazettes, Tropical Thunder dominated the tournament, culminating in a decisive win. Post-match, Grazettes emphasized the importance of maintaining the championship on the local sports calendar, expressing hopes for future national team success and qualification for the Soccer Beach World Cup. The final saw standout performances from Romario Savoury, who scored a hat-trick, and Jamar Grazettes, who shared the Golden Boot award with 17 goals. The third-place match, a thrilling penalty shootout, saw Sea Breeze overcome Bajan Heat after a hard-fought battle.