The Saint Lucia National Independence Tennis Tournament has become a showcase of regional dominance as a 20-strong contingent from Guadeloupe continues to overpower local competitors across multiple categories. With over 100 athletes participating in the championship, the Guadeloupe team has demonstrated remarkable prowess, securing medals in every event they entered and claiming numerous titles at the National Tennis Centre.
In the junior divisions, Guadeloupe’s young talents displayed exceptional skill. Keissy Prevost captured the Red Ball Under-10 championship by defeating Saint Lucia’s Akella Alexander in the finals. The Prevost family celebrated double success as Jessy Prevost claimed the Girls’ Orange Ball Under-10 title against local favorite Aria Raymond. Kyle Charles completed the Guadeloupe sweep in Boys’ Orange Ball Under-10s, overcoming Daren Carien for the championship.
A rare highlight for Saint Lucia emerged in the Green Ball Under-10 division, where Rowan Munoz-Smith triumphed over compatriot Leon Nunez in an all-local final. However, Guadeloupe continued their dominance in older age groups, with Maissa Dossa and Lauren Pellan securing a one-two finish in Girls’ Under-12 category.
The tournament’s senior divisions followed similar patterns. Vadim Aussepe Vinette from Guadeloupe already secured the Boys’ Under-16 championship, while Irene Mallet-Pinsolle claimed the Women’s Open title by defeating Saint Lucia’s Jaelyn Henry. The Men’s Open final promises an intriguing matchup between doubles partners Darrion Roberts and Aaron Gerald, scheduled for Tuesday alongside several other finals including Boys’ Under-12 and Under-14 categories.
Tournament organizers noted that while the Guadeloupe team’s performance has been exceptional, the event has provided valuable competitive experience for Saint Lucian players against high-caliber regional talent.