The second matchday of the Kenson Casmir Bay Bay Cup commenced on February 1st at Francis Baba Lastic Grounds in Gros Islet, with New Generation FC and Monchy United FC both securing decisive victories to strengthen their positions at the top of their groups.
New Generation FC, following their spectacular 9-0 opening triumph, encountered stiffer opposition from Gros Islet Youth Lions. Despite the challenge, the Babonneau-based squad secured a 2-0 win with early goals from Richelme Lionel in the 5th minute and Yanic Noel in the 15th.
Solomon Alexander, coach of New Generation FC, commented on the team’s performance: ‘The players were highly motivated to implement our training strategies. While Gros Islet Youth demonstrated strong periods of play, our team ultimately prevailed.’ Alexander expressed optimism that the team’s current success would help revitalize football enthusiasm in the Babonneau community, noting their consistent representation as regional standard-bearers after finishing second to Monchy United in the preseason Soccerama.
In simultaneous Group B action, Monchy United FC delivered an overwhelming performance against Police FC, routing them 8-0. Jahlil Evans dominated the first half with a hat-trick (27′, 34′, 42′), complemented by Troy Greenidge’s goal in the 40th minute. Both players added to their tally in the second half, while Raphael Joseph contributed a rapid brace in the 73rd and 76th minutes.
With these results, New Generation FC maintains Group A leadership with maximum six points and an impressive +11 goal difference, while Gros Islet Youth Lions hold second place. The tournament continues with critical matches that will determine semifinal qualification, including GMC’s must-win encounter against New Generation FC following their upcoming Grande Riviere derby against Dominators this Wednesday.