标签： Saint Lucia

In a spectacular display of cricketing prowess, the Millet/Vannard squad emerged victorious in the championship final, overpowering the previously undefeated Babonneau Minibus team on Saturday, February 7th at Balata Playing Field. The highly anticipated match drew significant attention, including the presence of government officials, with the minister himself among the captivated spectators.

The championship clash featured two exceptionally skilled teams that had demonstrated outstanding performance throughout the tournament. Babonneau Minibus entered the final match with an impeccable unbeaten record, setting the stage for an intense battle for supremacy.

Batting first, Babonneau Minibus posted a total of 124-7 during their allocated overs. Their innings was highlighted by Alvin Lafeuille’s remarkable performance, scoring 64 runs from just 49 deliveries. Despite Lafeuille’s impressive contribution, the team struggled with insufficient support from other batsmen, resulting in a below-par total.

Millet/Vannard responded with exceptional batting efficiency, successfully chasing down the target in merely 10 overs while losing only two wickets. Team captain Kemrol Charles delivered an outstanding leadership performance, scoring 48 runs from 31 balls to secure his team’s victory. The triumph earned Millet/Vannard the championship trophy accompanied by a $1,000 cash prize, while runners-up Babonneau Minibus received $500.

Following the exhilarating match, organizers conducted an awards ceremony recognizing tournament standouts:

– Finals MVP: Xavier Gabriel (Millet/Vannard)
– Tournament’s Highest Run-Scorer: Josean Ghirawhoo (Labayee)
– Four-Wicket Hauls Achievement: Alvin Lafeuille (Babonneau Minibus)
– Most Wickets Taken: Jerry Remy (Babonneau Minibus)
– Tournament MVP: Shervon Joseph (Babonneau Minibus)

In a dramatic reversal of fortunes, Lawrence House captured the championship title at the annual inter-house track meet held at Anse La Raye Playing Field on Friday, February 6th. The victory was secured by a razor-thin margin of just two points, dethroning the defending champions, Samuel House, who finished with 358 points against Lawrence’s winning total of 360. Robinson House completed the lineup in third place with 330 points.

The triumph was spearheaded by the exceptional performance of Lawrence’s Under-13 boys’ squad, which achieved a clean sweep of all five individual gold medals. Jedd Desir emerged as a standout athlete with dominant wins in the 300m and 1200m events. Taj Stephen claimed gold in the 600m and added two bronze medals in the 150m and 300m, while the 80m event featured a Lawrence one-two finish with Liam Henry and Janach Mitchel, the latter also securing victory in the 150m.

Further bolstering Lawrence’s score was Zandra Seraphin, a member of the 2025 District 4 team, who delivered a stellar performance with three gold medals in the Under-13 girls’ 300m, 600m, and 1000m races. The Under-11 division also saw strong showings from Lawrence, with Jaycee Alphonse dominating the 80m and 150m sprints and Edwin Cadasse taking the 600m title.

Robinson House remained competitive through standout athletes like Harmony Leonty, who secured a triple victory in the Under-11 girls’ 80m, 150m, and 600m events. The relay competitions ultimately decided the closely contested meet. Samuel House won both girls’ relays (4x100m and 4x300m) and secured silver in both boys’ relays. However, Lawrence’s victories in the two boys’ relay events provided the critical points needed to lift the championship trophy. Physical education teacher Bobby Robutte commended the event, noting, “We started a little late, but everything went well. No injuries, and the kids were energetic.”

James House triumphed at the Ave Maria Girls Primary and Infant School track meet last Friday, securing victory with a dominant 224-point performance. The athletic competition, held at Mindoo Philip Park, showcased emerging talent from young female athletes across multiple track and field disciplines.

Pierre House claimed second position with 212 points, followed by Egan with 192 points and Hennecart with 180 points in the closely contested meet. The event highlighted exceptional individual performances across different age categories, with three athletes earning victrix ludorum honors for their outstanding achievements.

Amelia Alfred of Pierre House captured the Under-9 championship title, while Chriselle Lionel of James House secured the Under-11 crown. Sarah Harrow of Hennecart claimed the Under-13 victrix ludorum trophy, demonstrating the depth of talent across participating houses.

Kayla Thorpe, physical education teacher at the infant school, emphasized the educational value of athletic competition in an exclusive interview with St Lucia Times. “Sports provides one of the few environments where students can experience spectacular failure in a completely safe space,” she noted. Thorpe explained that losing a race cultivates resilience and critical thinking skills more effectively than academic setbacks, while team sports teach students to prioritize collective success over individual ego.

The event successfully blended competitive athletics with character development, offering participants valuable life lessons beyond traditional classroom learning methodologies.

The Saint Lucia women’s rugby sevens squad has achieved a remarkable victory at the French West Indies tournament in Gosier, Guadeloupe, capturing both team and individual honors in dominant fashion. The team secured the prestigious Monique Ribeaut Shield after demonstrating exceptional performance throughout the competition.

In a commanding final match against hosts Union Good Luck 972 A, Saint Lucia emerged victorious with a decisive 19-7 scoreline. The team’s success was spearheaded by standout athlete Makeba Alcide, who received the tournament’s Most Valuable Player recognition, and captain Renatta Reynolds, whose leadership proved instrumental in controlling the game’s tempo. Alcide contributed two crucial tries to the final victory, complemented by a try from Mary Roberts and two successful conversions executed by Kera Dornelly.

The championship journey featured impressive performances across multiple matches. During the semifinal round, Saint Lucia delivered a stunning 22-0 shutout against Diamante Martinique, with scoring contributions from Roberts, Alcide, Marline Cherry, and Allana Paul. The tournament’s opening day witnessed an overwhelming 33-5 victory over Good Luck 972, highlighted by Reynolds’ exceptional hat trick of tries, two additional tries from Roberts, and a sixth try scored by Shammah Philgence.

Further demonstrating their offensive prowess, the team achieved a resounding 41-7 victory against RCAS, featuring another hat trick from Roberts, two tries and two conversions from Reynolds, and an additional try from Cherry.

Wayne Pantor, Technical Director of the Saint Lucia Rugby Football Union, praised the team’s achievement: ‘These victories highlight the preparation, fitness, and attacking strength of the Saint Lucia Women’s team as they made a strong statement in the tournament. The women’s championship victory highlights the continued rise of Saint Lucia rugby, while the senior men’s competitiveness and youth development efforts signal a strong future for the sport.’

The tournament also featured participation from Saint Lucia’s men’s teams, with the senior squad securing fifth place and the Under-20 development team finishing eighth. Despite narrow losses in several closely contested matches, both teams gained valuable experience against international competition, with notable performances from players Alexis (senior team) and Dante Asson (Under-20s). Pantor emphasized that for many players, this tournament represented their first exposure to international competition, serving as crucial preparation for higher tiers of rugby competition.