The Saint Lucia Basketball Federation (SLBF) marked a significant organizational milestone on February 7 by convening its first-ever affiliates meeting, gathering representatives from 11 active clubs and organizations to outline strategic priorities for the sport’s development. The meeting, hosted at the Saint Lucia Olympic Committee’s Jonathan Everett Conference Room in La Clery, featured both in-person and virtual participation from key basketball stakeholders across the island.
Substantive discussions centered on financial transparency, reaffiliation procedures, and the highly anticipated 2026 National Basketball League season. The federation ratified three new executive appointments to fill vacancies that had emerged throughout the previous year: Shenaz Narcisse as General Secretary (replacing Julie Bonnett), Johnson Mondesir as Assistant Secretary, and Laura John as Second Vice President (succeeding Benise Joseph).
A comprehensive agenda addressed multiple critical areas including the President’s Address, Year in Review assessment, presentation of the 2026 Calendar of Activities, and detailed financial reporting for 2025. The federation unveiled exciting competitive initiatives for the upcoming season, featuring a Preseason Invitational tournament commencing February 27th that will include international participation from Dominica’s 767 Sports Club and Martinique’s Waks Basketball Club alongside domestic champions Soufriere Kings and runners-up Bonne Terre Blazers. The premier National Basketball League competition is scheduled to tip off on March 7th.
Notably, the SLBF emphasized its commitment to expanding opportunities for female basketball players through dedicated development pathways. The meeting also welcomed exploratory discussions with Dennery Dolphins and Babonneau Dynasty organizations considering reaffiliation with the national federation.