The Daren Sammy Cricket Ground witnessed a triumphant return of youthful athleticism on February 3rd as Vide Bouteille Primary School hosted its annual track meet, marking the event’s first occurrence at this venue in four years. The atmosphere was electric with competitive spirit and familial support, culminating in a historic third successive championship for Egret house.
Demonstrating remarkable prowess across various age divisions, Egret amassed a commanding total of 426 points. Carib Grackle secured second position with 375 points, followed by Vireo at 342 points, and Quail finishing fourth with 256 points.
The victory was spearheaded by outstanding performances from Nathan St Rose in the Under-13 boys’ category and the dynamic duo of Amelia Willie and Krishel Michael, who jointly dominated the Under-11 girls’ division. St Rose exhibited exceptional versatility, claiming victory in the 80m sprint with a time of 10.90 seconds and the 300m event in 48.90 seconds, despite fierce competition from housemate Ayden Joseph who won the 150m in 20.80 seconds.
In the Under-13 girls’ category, Rebecca Stanislaus of Quail emerged victorious after an intense three-way competition, securing wins in the 1000m (4:09.10) and 300m (53.40) events. The Under-11 boys’ division saw Akan Hippolyte of Vireo achieve a remarkable triple gold medal performance in the 80m (11.80), 150m (22.50), and 300m (53.40) events.
The event notably featured strong parental engagement, with Principal Lyrill Arthur-Stanislaus expressing particular delight at the overwhelming family turnout. ‘The substantial parental presence demonstrates tremendous support for our institution,’ she remarked. ‘We emphasize holistic development, encouraging every student to excel in their respective strengths—whether academic or athletic.’
The successful return to the cricket ground, coupled with record-breaking performances and exceptional community involvement, underscored the event’s significance in fostering both athletic excellence and school spirit.