In a spectacular display of athletic prowess, Dame Pearlette Louisy Primary School (DPLPS) claimed decisive victory at the District 1 Primary Schools Track and Field Championships held at Daren Sammy Ground on March 13th. The event served as a crucial preparatory competition for the upcoming Inter-District Track Finals, where District 1 aims to challenge District 8’s recent dominance.
DPLPS amassed an impressive 1,159 points, establishing overwhelming superiority over runner-up Gros Islet Primary (771 points) and third-place Monchy Primary (606 points). The complete standings featured Balata (488), Fond Assau (456), The Montessori Centre (356), Grande Riviere Primary (329), Babonneau (309), La Guerre (277), Boguis/Des Barras Combined (231), Bonne Terre Prep (72), and The International School (10).
The championship witnessed exceptional individual performances across age categories. In Under-13 divisions, Asa Emmanuel (boys) and Monchy’s Timikah Bernard (girls) emerged victorious. Avary Maryat and Lu-Marie Ottley shone in Under-11 competitions, while Kaeden Casimir and King James shared Under-9 boys’ honors. Daniqua Emmanuel dominated the Under-9 girls’ category.
Notable track achievements included Asa Emmanuel’s double gold in 80m (10.1s) and 150m (19.6s), with teammate Jeremiah Etienne securing silver in both events. Gros Islet’s Orlando Felix claimed 300m gold (47.8s), Babonneau’s Dre Volney won the 600m (1:49.3), and Balata’s Jahvis Emmanuel took 1200m victory (4:21.5).
Monchy’s Bernard demonstrated remarkable versatility with wins in 80m (11.0s), 150m (20.7s), and ball throw, narrowly defeating DPLPS’s Chloe Emanus in sprint events. DPLPS’s Ezabel Charles dominated distance events with 600m (1:59.4) and 1000m (3:48.7) victories.
The championships concluded with District 1 athletes demonstrating significantly improved form as they prepare to host the Inter-District Finals, determined to overcome last year’s fourth-place finish and break District 8’s championship streak.