Last weekend, Saint Lucia’s rising basketball program Elite Blazers turned heads across the Caribbean regional basketball circuit, securing a hard-earned third-place finish at the 2026 Caribbean Clash 3×3 Lite Quest hosted in Paramaribo, Suriname. This standout podium result marks a key milestone for the club as it continues to build its reputation among top Caribbean basketball outfits.
Composed of core players Troy Louison, Andre Louison, Sharmoir JnBaptiste and Desir Joseph, the Elite Blazers delivered a cohesive, high-energy performance against a stacked field of the region’s most talented 3×3 squads. Every member of the four-player roster stepped up to contribute critical points and defensive effort throughout the tournament, laying the foundation for their successful run to the podium.
Leading the team’s offensive charge was guard Andre Louison, who finished the competition as the squad’s top scorer with a total of 37 points. His sharp shooting from all over the court translated to 11 one-point baskets, 11 successful two-point shots from beyond the 3×3 arc, and four converted free throws. Anchoring the team’s consistent offense alongside his teammate was Troy Louison, who put up an impressive 29 points across all matches, made up of 15 one-pointers, five two-pointers and four free throws, providing reliable scoring in every round of the tournament.
Forward Desir Joseph added 18 key points to the team’s total, while wing Sharmoir JnBaptiste chipped in 11 points of his own, rounding out a well-balanced scoring attack that kept the Blazers competitive in every matchup. This all-around, determined effort from every roster spot was the driving force behind the club’s historic podium finish.
Beyond the final result, the third-place placement underscores the Elite Blazers’ steady growth and unwavering commitment to building a high-performance basketball program for Saint Lucia. Their strong showing on the Suriname court makes clear the organization’s ambition to continuously raise its competitive standards, while flying the flag for Saint Lucia as an emerging force in Caribbean regional 3×3 basketball.