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  • Greaves caps junior career with top-10 world finish

    Greaves caps junior career with top-10 world finish

    After years of dominating the global junior cycling circuit, 17-year-old Barbadian racer Arielle Greaves is preparing to close one chapter of her athletic journey and open a new one, bringing her relentless drive and proven talent to the senior competitive ranks next year.

    Based in Trinidad due to a lack of dedicated cycling infrastructure in her home country, Greaves wrapped up her junior career on a high note at the recent UCI Junior Track World Championships, held in Belgium from August 19 to 23. Against a stacked field of the world’s top young riders, the Barbadian talent turned in a pair of stellar results: she claimed 10th place in the keirin event and 12th in the sprint, falling just short of qualifying for the final round in the kilo.

    In an interview with Barbados TODAY from the championship venue, Greaves gave her own performance a perfect 10 out of 10, noting the significant resource gap between her and competitors from major European cycling powerhouses like Germany and France. Unlike many of her rivals, who benefit from world-class training facilities, consistent high-level race exposure, and full national program support, Greaves has had to build her career against structural challenges. Even so, the teen rider said she held her own against the best in the world. “The level of competition was quite high because obviously those would have been people from Europe, countries where they would be exposed to higher quality of racing and performance and training. Based off my training and how well I did, I would say that I was quite up to their level however,” she explained.

    Greaves’ path to the world championships has required major personal sacrifice from the young athlete. With no velodrome available for track training in Barbados, she has had to relocate to Trinidad to pursue her elite cycling goals, living away from her family to access the facilities she needs to compete at the highest level. Acknowledging that the separation is difficult at times, Greaves framed the choice as a necessary step toward achieving her big-picture dreams. “That challenge is a little bit hard, but in life you have to make certain sacrifices to get to certain places. So it’s just a sacrifice that I have to make to be as great as being in the top 10 in the world,” she said.

    That sacrifice has already paid dividends, with her top-12 and top-10 finishes at the world championships cementing her status as one of the most promising young track cyclists in the Americas. When the competition wrapped up in Belgium, Greaves planned to return to her home country of Barbados for a well-deserved short break before heading back to Trinidad to resume her rigorous training schedule.

    With her junior career now complete, the ambitious Barbadian is already setting her sights on the next milestone: making her mark on senior cycling when she moves up to the division in 2025. Her first major senior test is already on the calendar: she is scheduled to compete at the upcoming Pan American Games, which will run from July 23 to August 8 in Lima, Peru.

    Off the track, Greaves is using her success to inspire a new generation of young Barbadian athletes, encouraging fellow aspiring riders not to let structural or personal obstacles derail their pursuit of competitive success. She shared a simple but powerful mantra for young competitors facing setbacks: “I would say that consistency is key. If you really love doing something, just stick to it and just follow the process. Not every day will be a good day and not every day will be a bad day, but at the end of the day, we all have small goals and we all get there.”

  • Sammy Foundation scores big for Saint Lucian youth

    Sammy Foundation scores big for Saint Lucian youth

    Fresh off wrapping up the home leg of the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) with his team the Saint Lucia Kings, legendary Saint Lucian cricketer and head coach Daren Sammy did not hang up his athletic ambitions — instead, he traded his cricket bat for a driver to host his fifth annual charity golf tournament at Cap Estate’s iconic Sandals Golf & Country Club. The event, held to benefit his eponymous Daren Sammy Foundation (DSF), brings together sports figures, regional golf enthusiasts and community leaders each year to fund educational and athletic opportunities for young people across the island.

    This year’s iteration drew 57 golfers from across Saint Lucia and the wider Caribbean region, with a star-studded guest list that included CPL Chief Executive Officer Pete Russell, former West Indies cricket captain Daren Ganga, South African international cricket stars Quinton de Kock and George Linde, former Irish international cricketer Niall O’Brien, veteran sports broadcaster Alex Jordan, and Trinidad & Tobago Golf Association President Wayne Baptiste. The turnout reflected widespread support for Sammy’s mission to uplift the next generation of Saint Lucians through targeted investment in education and sports.

    After 18 holes of competitive play, the team division delivered a nail-biting finish that saw three separate teams tie for the lowest net score of 58. Samuel Richelieu and Gordon Julien edged out the competition to claim the first-place title with an stellar net score of -13, while Bertrand Johannes and Keymanie Thompson finished a close second, and Andrew McHale and Kenneth Mathurin rounded out the top three. Mario Reyes and Peter Joe Devaux took fourth place with a net score of 59, and Henix Joseph and Dharmendra Shah completed the top five with a final net score of 60.

    Beyond team competition, the tournament also featured individual skill challenges that showcased local golfing talent. Winston Charles earned the men’s Longest Drive award with an impressive opening tee shot, while Kimberly John took home the same honor in the women’s division. For the Closest to the Pin challenge, Chris Owen and Remy Smith shared the men’s title, with Jenifer Mendes claiming the women’s top spot.

    By the end of the tournament, organizers announced that the event had raised roughly EC$78,000 for the Daren Sammy Foundation — a timely influx of funding, as dozens of DSF scholarship recipients prepare to head back to school for the new academic year. Since its launch, the foundation has centered its work on expanding youth development across Saint Lucia by combining access to educational scholarships and athletic programming, creating long-term opportunities for young people from across the island. The event capped off with a celebratory photo opportunity for the winning team, joined by Sammy, his wife Cathy and his daughter Skai to mark the milestone of another successful fundraiser.

  • Moeen, Bowlers help Falcons topple Tridents

    Moeen, Bowlers help Falcons topple Tridents

    The 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) delivered another dramatic night of T20 cricket on Tuesday, as the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons claimed a resounding 30-run victory over the previously unbeaten Barbados Tridents at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The result marked a return to winning form for the hosts, and it was crafted by a standout all-round performance led by captain Moeen Ali and a devastating collective bowling display.

    The game got off to a flying start for the Tridents when fast bowler Daniel Sams trapped Rahkeem Cornwall lbw with a pinpoint yorker on the very first delivery of the innings, leaving the Falcons reeling at the top of the order. Openers Amir Jangoo and Karima Gore each got starts but failed to convert them into a substantial match-changing partnership, putting the Tridents firmly in control of the game. At that stage, projections had the Falcons finishing no higher than 120, a total that would have made for an easy chase for the unbeaten tournament leaders.

    Ali had other plans, however. The Falcons captain stepped into the crease and turned the contest on its head, shifting the entire momentum of the match with aggressive, calculated batting that dominated the closing stages of the innings. He shared a critical 75-run stand with Shamar Springer, who provided the perfect steady support to let Ali take on the Tridents bowling attack. The turning point came in the final over, when Ali smashed three consecutive sixes off Sams, powering the Falcons to a surprise total of 155 for 5 at the break. In a stunning late-innings surge, the side added 72 runs off just the final 36 deliveries, turning a likely sub-par total into a challenging target.

    The Tridents’ chase got off to an eventful start, with debutant Shian Brathwaite dropped off his first T20 ball, but he could not capitalize on the opportunity, falling for just seven runs shortly after. A big breakthrough for the Falcons came when Rahkeem Cornwall returned to the attack to remove dangerous wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock, leaving Rivaldo Clarke and Kevlon Anderson to rebuild the Tridents innings. The pair put together a solid partnership that brought the Tridents back into contention, reaching 93 for 3 with the match evenly poised in the chase.

    What followed was a dramatic middle-order collapse that sealed the Tridents’ fate. Anderson was caught in the deep by Springer off the first ball of the collapse, and Sherfane Rutherford fell to a brilliant catch by substitute fielder Anderson Phillip off the very next delivery. The sudden double strike left inexperienced batters at the crease, and the Tridents innings unravelled at breakneck speed. The side lost four wickets in just two overs, and eventually their final seven wickets for a mere 32 runs, collapsing all out for 125.

    Joshua James was the standout bowler for the Falcons, claiming three key wickets for just 18 runs to put the result out of reach. Leg spinner Shadab Khan delivered a decisive match-winning spell in the 13th and 14th overs, putting constant pressure on the Tridents batters, and Sufyan Moqim wrapped up the win by taking the final two wickets on consecutive deliveries.

    The victory wraps up the Falcons’ four-match home stand, which was backed by enthusiastic support from the local fanbase throughout. The Antigua-based side will now hit the road to take on the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots at Warner Park this coming Sunday. For the Tridents, this defeat marks their first loss of the 2026 CPL campaign, and they will look to bounce back on Friday when they face defending champions Trinbago Knight Riders at Queen’s Park Oval.

  • Joseph warms up for WCPL with star turn in Seattle

    Joseph warms up for WCPL with star turn in Seattle

    As the 2024 Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) draws near, Saint Lucian cricket allrounder Qiana Joseph has turned heads with a standout performance across the border in the United States, building critical momentum ahead of her return to the Barbados Tridents for the September 5-17 tournament hosted at Bridgetown’s Kensington Oval.

    The 25-year-old West Indies veteran was one of the handful of international invites to feature for the Redmond Raptors at the Seattle Orcas Women’s T20 Exhibition, a pre-tournament showcase linked to Major League Cricket’s growing American program. The inaugural three-team event featured a core of emerging domestic talent from across the U.S., sprinkled with four top-tier players from the Caribbean to boost competitive depth.

    Despite battling a flu that sidelined her briefly for Match #5, Joseph delivered a series of game-changing performances that cemented her status as the event’s breakout star. Bowling left-arm orthodox spin, she claimed four wickets across the competition while maintaining an impressively tight economy rate of just 5.50 runs per over. Her most iconic moment came in the fixture against Bellevue Blazers, where she bounced back from illness to score a blistering 54 runs off 41 deliveries, powered by seven fours and two sixes. Her knock anchored an eight-wicket victory for the Raptors, earning her well-deserved Player of the Game honors.

    In comments after the standout win, Joseph opened up about pushing through illness to deliver for her side: “I have the flu, but I’m feeling much better today. So today, I just wanted to put up my hand and bat as long as possible, bring the game as close as possible for my team and come out victorious on the day. I was just playing every ball on its merit. Back myself, back my ability, my skills, and my strength also.”

    The tournament marked Joseph’s first trip to the U.S. West Coast, and she praised organizers for launching what she described as a landmark initiative for growing women’s cricket globally. “It’s a great initiative. For me, it’s the first time coming all the way to Seattle, and it’s a great experience,” she said. “I really wish to come back again next year and more again. I love the tournament. I wish it gets bigger and better every year.”

    The showcase concluded on August 23 with the home team Washington Waves claiming the inaugural title, defeating Bellevue Blazers in the final at Fairfield County Park in Monroe, Washington. For Joseph, the high-stakes exhibition provided the perfect warm-up, allowing her to test her form against new opposition ahead of one of the most anticipated women’s T20 leagues in the Caribbean this year.

  • Unbeaten Top Ranking Electrical win maiden Commercial Basketball League title

    Unbeaten Top Ranking Electrical win maiden Commercial Basketball League title

    Over the weekend, the Beausejour Indoor Facility played host to a dramatic climax to the 2026 Commercial Basketball League season, where Top Ranking Electrical capped a perfect, undefeated campaign to claim the first championship title in the franchise’s history. The dominant outfit pulled off a convincing 19-point victory over Saint Lucia Fire Service (SLFS), finalizing the scoreboard at 85-66 to etch their name into the league’s record books.

    Both sides entered Saturday’s title decider having navigated the entire group stage without a single loss, setting high expectations for a high-octane clash between two of the league’s strongest competitors. For Top Ranking Electrical, the win marked another career milestone for national basketball standout Andre Louison, who secured his second championship title in as many months. Just weeks prior, Louison claimed the KFC National Basketball League crown with the Bonne Terre Blazers, and he carried that winning momentum into the Commercial League final. He delivered a standout performance, scoring a game-high 31 points and grabbing six rebounds to lead his new team to victory.

    Louison was far from the only contributor to Top Ranking’s win, however. Forward Sidney Didier posted a solid double-digit score of 14 points, paired with eight rebounds to shore up the team’s interior defense and offensive rebounding. Guard Fabian Florton added eight critical points off the bench, while playmaker Junior Dupre chipped in seven points and notched three key steals that disrupted SLFS offensive rhythm. By the end of the first half, these combined efforts had pushed Top Ranking to a commanding 42-27 lead that would ultimately decide the matchup.

    Though the SLFS team, made up of active fire service personnel, mounted a determined and spirited comeback in the second half, they could not overcome the 15-point halftime deficit. Veteran center Marcian Calderon turned in an impressive double-double performance for the runners-up, finishing with 19 points and 13 rebounds to lead SLFS in both categories. Forward Ajini Ferdinand added 14 points and five rebounds, while guard Jerry Charles contributed 12 points and four rebounds in the losing effort.

    In the earlier matchup for third place, the Saint Lucia Teachers Union team held off a late charge from the Ministry of Finance side to claim the third position on the league podium. The tight, thrill-filled contest ended with a narrow three-point margin, as Saint Lucia Teachers Union secured a 71-68 win to round out the tournament’s top three finishers.

  • Lashley leads Barbados’ nine-medal haul

    Lashley leads Barbados’ nine-medal haul

    Barbados’ junior national cycling team has delivered a once-in-a-generation performance at the 2024 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize, securing an event-leading nine medals to finish atop the overall standings. Team manager Allan Kelly called the result the island nation’s strongest junior cycling showing in more than a decade, with the young riders exceeding every pre-competition expectation.

    In an interview with Barbados TODAY from Belize ahead of the team’s scheduled return to the island on Tuesday, Kelly expressed shock and elation over the historic outcome. “We knew the calibre of riders we were facing here — many of the top competitors have taken part in international development camps, so we expected extremely fierce competition,” he explained. “To leave with nine medals and finish as the top overall nation across the entire championship? I’m absolutely blown away.”

    Unlike past years when Barbados sent a small, select group of elite junior riders, the national federation opted to field a larger delegation for this year’s championship. That strategic choice paid immediate dividends: on the opening day’s time trial event, all five of Barbados’ competing riders won medals, a result Kelly described as “phenomenal.” The team’s winning momentum carried into Sunday’s road race, where the young Barbadians added another four medals to their total.

    Kelly emphasized that this result marks a major milestone for Barbadian junior cycling, noting that the country has not achieved a medal haul of this scale in 10 to 15 years. “This is incredibly rewarding, and also very promising,” he said. “This feels like the start of something very big for our program.”

    The team manager attributed the landmark success to two key factors: rigorous, consistent training for all riders and expanded international competition exposure for the program’s top prospects. Leading riders Alexis Lashley and Jonah Kelly anchored the team’s performance, with Jonah having spent the past several months training and competing in Belgium — the same base where many of his top rivals at the Caribbean championships were also based.

    Kelly noted that cycling standards across the Caribbean have risen sharply in recent years, as more regional riders pursue international competition opportunities to sharpen their skills. “Caribbean riders have really upped their game across the board,” he said. “More of them are heading overseas to compete, to fight for podium spots, and we’ve taken the same approach. A lot of this success comes down to that international exposure and the solid, structured training programs we’ve put our athletes through.”

    Lashley emerged as the breakout star of the championship for Barbados, taking home gold medals in both the time trial and road race events. Kelly said her dominant performance came as no surprise to the team’s coaching staff. “Alexis was incredibly confident going into both races — she knew she had the form and the talent to win, so she attacked from the opening moments and put in a remarkable ride,” he explained. “While this is a team achievement, she was undoubtedly the star of these championships, and we could not be prouder of her.”

    Far from resting on this historic success, the Barbados Cycling Union and the team’s athletes are already laying the groundwork for long-term growth and future international wins. Kelly outlined a targeted junior development strategy running through 2027, focused on sending more young Barbadian riders to elite international competitions including the Pan American Championships. For his part, Jonah Kelly is continuing to pursue his professional development in Belgium, where he is currently vying for a spot on a junior professional development team that would allow him to compete in some of the world’s biggest junior cycling events.

  • Auguste ruled out of Kings squad for medical reasons

    Auguste ruled out of Kings squad for medical reasons

    In an official announcement released on Monday afternoon, Caribbean Premier League franchise Saint Lucia Kings confirmed that 22-year-old top-order batsman Ackeem Auguste will miss the upcoming 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) tournament, citing unspecified medical reasons for his withdrawal.

    Auguste, who was retained by the franchise ahead of the 2026 edition, had been pegged as a key contributor to the Kings’ batting lineup ahead of the new campaign. The young batsman has already featured in one match for the side this tournament, notching up an impressive 63 runs against Barbados Royals – a performance that came despite the Kings falling to defeat in that fixture. Immediately following that match, Auguste was forced to sit out the team’s next fixture, sparking speculation about his fitness status ahead of Wednesday’s critical fixture.

    In the franchise’s official statement, the Kings emphasized that Auguste’s health and overall well-being are the organization’s top priority at this time. The franchise confirmed that the batsman will receive all necessary medical care and team support throughout his recovery process. “The Saint Lucia Kings wish Ackeem a full and speedy recovery and look forward to welcoming him back when he is medically cleared to return,” the statement added.

    As the tournament progresses, the Kings are preparing to face off against Trinbago Knight Riders at Queen’s Park Oval this Wednesday. Both sides enter the fixture in desperate need of a win to boost their tournament standing, with Trinbago Knight Riders currently struggling for form this season. As of Monday’s announcement, it remains uncertain whether Auguste will be able to make a return to the squad later in the 2026 CPL campaign, with no further details released about the nature of his medical issue.

  • Warriors win 4th in a row at Loloy youth basketball

    Warriors win 4th in a row at Loloy youth basketball

    After five days of high-energy, skill-driven competition between top youth basketball squads from across the Caribbean, the fifth annual Aloysius “Loloy” Daniel Youth Basketball Tournament concluded Friday at Beausejour Gymnasium, capping off a week of standout athletic play from emerging young talent. Trinidad & Tobago’s New Chapter Academy (NCA) Warriors cemented their status as the region’s dominant youth program, wrapping up an undefeated tournament run to claim their fourth consecutive championship title in decisive fashion. The Warriors delivered a lopsided 120-50 win over host side East Coast Academy (ECA) Lions, who claimed third place in the final tournament rankings.

    From the opening tipoff, the Trinbagonian squad showcased elite defensive intensity and unselfish team play that defined their campaign throughout the week, finishing the tournament with a perfect 5-0 record. Tournament Most Valuable Player Josiah John-Andrew led the squad’s aggressive swarming defense and sparked high-efficiency fast breaks that put the game out of reach for the host Lions in the first half, setting the tone for the championship blowout.

    In other final-day matchups, Antigua & Barbuda’s Pitbulls locked up the second spot on the podium with a commanding 133-27 victory over Saint Lucia’s Basketball For The Future (BFTF) Pitbulls. Guyana’s D-Up Academy closed their tournament campaign on a high note, defeating winless ECA Tigers 71-44 to secure fourth place in the overall final standings.

    Following the conclusion of final games, the tournament announced its official All-Tournament Best Starting Five lineup, headlined by MVP Josiah John-Andrew who claimed the point guard spot. John-Andrew was joined on the elite roster by his NCA Warriors teammate Rannan Howard, who took the center position. ECA Lions standout Nyel Joseph earned the shooting guard slot, while Antigua & Barbuda’s dynamic forward pair Jayden Lewis and Yohhan Nicholas rounded out the starting five as small forward and power forward respectively.

  • Barbados women qualify for 2027 Pan American Games

    Barbados women qualify for 2027 Pan American Games

    Fresh off a stunning gold medal run at the recently concluded CAC Games in the Dominican Republic, Barbados’ elite women’s squash team has etched its name into the history books, locking in a qualifying spot for the 2027 Pan American Games after a standout fifth-place finish at the 27th Pan-American Senior Squash Championships in Asuncion, Paraguay. The team capped off their impressive tournament campaign with a decisive 2-0 win over Ecuador on the final Saturday, a result that pushed them into the top 11 of the overall standings — easily meeting the minimum qualifying threshold for the next iteration of the continental games. The opening tie of the clash against Ecuador fell to Meagan Best, the CAC Games women’s singles silver medalist, who fought through a four-set battle against Maria Buenano to claim a 11-4, 11-5, 9-11, 11-1 victory. Remarkably, Best wrapped up the entire team event without dropping a single match, a testament to her unrelenting form throughout the championships. Next up was Margot Prow, the CAC Games women’s singles gold medalist, who faced off against Ecuador’s top-ranked player Maria Moya. After dropping the opening set in a lopsided 5-11 result, Prow dug in deep and reeled off three consecutive set wins to seal the overall tie victory for Barbados, with a final scoreline of 5-11, 11-8, 11-6, 11-8. With Barbados holding an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the tie, the scheduled third match between Eboni Atherley and her Ecuadorian opponent was canceled before it began. This qualification adds to a growing legacy of success for Barbados’ women’s squash program: at the 2023 Pan American Games hosted in Santiago, Chile, the same women’s squad brought home two bronze medals for the nation, marking one of the country’s strongest squash performances at a major continental event to date. It was not just the women who ended the championships on a high note, either. Barbados’ men’s team capped off their run by defeating Guyana 2-1 to claim the plate final title, finishing 13th overall in a field of top regional squads. The men’s tie got off to a strong start for Barbados, with second-ranked Darien Benn delivering a convincing straight-set win over Alex Arjoon. Benn controlled the entirety of the match, wrapping up a 11-7, 11-4, 11-3 victory that put Barbados ahead early. The momentum shifted in the second match, however, when Khamal Cumberbatch, Barbados’ top player and three-time reigning Caribbean champion, suffered a surprising upset at the hands of Guyana’s Daniel Ince. Ince claimed a four-set win 11-7, 7-11, 2-11, 7-11, pulling the tie level at one match apiece and setting up a decisive final encounter. In the deciding match, veteran Barbadian player Shawn Simpson leveraged decades of on-court experience to outlast his much younger Guyanese opponent Nicholas Verwey, securing a five-set win 5-11, 11-7, 12-10, 8-11, 11-3. Notably, Simpson made his senior national team debut back in 2001 — years before his 20-year-old opponent was even born. Following the conclusion of the tournament, Don Benn, team manager for the Barbadian squad, shared his enthusiasm for the results achieved by both teams. He praised the dedication and effort of all eight competing athletes, while also crediting head coach Wael El Batran for his strategic guidance and positive impact on the squad’s performance. Benn also highlighted a key milestone from the event: both the men’s and women’s teams finished the team competition with overall winning records, a reflection of the depth of talent and preparation across the entire Barbadian delegation.

  • Belize Dominates in Junior Caribbean Cycling Championship

    Belize Dominates in Junior Caribbean Cycling Championship

    The 2026 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championship, hosted by the Cycling Federation of Belize, drew talented young riders from across the Caribbean region for two days of intense, high-stakes competition from August 24, wrapping a tournament that saw Belize emerge as the standout national team with multiple impressive gold medal wins.

    The opening day of the championship centered on the Individual Time Trial, where competitors across four divisions – male juvenile, female juvenile, male junior and female junior – battled to clock the fastest course times. Belize’s young standout Ahmaad “War Tank” Cherrington claimed the first gold of the tournament in the male juvenile category, finishing the course in 20 minutes and 41 seconds. Barbados’ Alexis Lashley took top honors in the female juvenile division with a time of 23 minutes 30 seconds, while Ryan Thompson of the Cayman Islands earned gold in the male junior category with a 26-minute-3-second finish. Trinidad and Tobago’s Ella-Marie Young rounded out day one’s gold medalists with a winning time of 26 minutes 35 seconds in the female junior division.

    Day two shifted to the open road race, held along Belize City’s Phillip Goldson Highway. While temporary road closures created minor disruptions for local motorists, organizers had issued public advisories early in the week to minimize inconvenience, and most commuters adjusted their routes accordingly. On the course, the competition delivered dramatic moments and standout displays of athleticism and teamwork.

    Cherrington, the day one gold medalist, delivered a dominant performance even after an early setback: he suffered a flat tire early in the race, a mishap that left him convinced his shot at a second medal was over. But his Belizean teammates dropped back from the lead pack to help him rejoin the front group, setting up a final push that saw Cherrington cross the finish line first after one hour and 56 minutes of racing, claiming his second gold of the championship.

    “ I have been dreaming to win this race from last year in Barbados and we came out here with a plan, because Bermuda was the strongest team in this sport,” Cherrington shared after his win. “When I got a flat earlier in this race, I was kind of disappointed. I was like, my race is probably over right here. My teammates dropped back for me, got me back across the lead group and from there it was just Caribbean countries against Caribbean countries, and it turns out, Belize was the best.”

    Lashley, Cherrington’s fellow day one gold medalist from Barbados, also notched a second win on day two, finishing the female juvenile road race in two hours and eight minutes. Like Cherrington, she overcame mid-race challenges to secure victory, pushing through fatigue and unexpected stops to hold her solo lead.

    “It was really hard, but my plan, I executed it perfectly. I just wanted to get away and I knew it was going to be hard to solo the whole thing, and it started to feel really long and about half way I said to myself, I don’t know if I can do this,” Lashley recalled. “But I just said to myself, I have it. All the time I was just speaking to myself and it was really hot, but I did it. Obviously, I had a little complication and I had to stop. I thought I was done and I was not. And I had to keep going and that was tough as well, but I am just really happy.”

    Belize continued its winning streak in the male junior road race, where Devyn Major claimed first place, with teammate Keith Enright finishing just behind to take silver. Ryan Thompson of the Cayman Islands earned bronze, while Belize’s Jamaal Tablada finished fourth. All four top riders crossed the finish line with the identical time of two hours and 50 minutes, a testament to how tight the competition remained through the final stretch. Major credited his team and coach for the win, highlighting how coordinated team strategy allowed Belize to claim the top two spots.

    “First of all I need to thank team Belize, the four guys, Keith, Tablada, Josh and Stephan. I have to thank those guys. Me personally, I don’t think it would have played out how it played out if those guys did not stick to the plan and just listen in the race for the instruction,” Major said. “Secondly, I want to thank my coach, Perry Williams. He has me in the condition I am in and it’s only up from here.”

    Ella-Marie Young of Trinidad and Tobago closed out the championship by matching the other day one gold medalists, earning her second win in the female junior road race. This broadcast segment of Sports Monday, sponsored by Belize’s National Sports Council, marked the end of coverage for the 2026 Junior Caribbean Cycling Championship, highlighting the emerging talent of young Caribbean cyclists and the successful hosting of the regional event by Belize.