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Ronaldo Flowers, 13, from Antigua (left) and Che Benny, 16, from Trinidad and Tobago are exhausted but content, as they were announced as the winners of the Flow Ultimate Football Experience on Sunday evening at the Presidents Grounds in Trinidad and Tobago.

PRESS RELEASE – Thirteen-year-old Ronaldo Flowers of Antigua and 16-year-old Che Benny of Trinidad and Tobago will gain the ultimate football experience as they head to Old Trafford in Manchester, UK to see Manchester United play against Crystal Palace on May 21.

The young footballers won the trip after reaching the final round of the Flow Ultimate Football Experience which was hosted by Flow and the Manchester United Football Club in Trinidad.

The event, which took place recently, was the culmination of a series of competitions across Flow’s 15 markets throughout the Caribbean. The finals at President’s Grounds, St Ann’s saw two young footballers from each country vying for the coveted prize.

Among the 30 participants, 15 countries were represented – Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Cayman, Curacao, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, Montserrat, St. Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago and Turks & Caicos.

Djal Augustin and Jeremiah Justin represented Saint Lucia. The players were also each accompanied by a parent or guardian and their coach.

Dwight Yorke, former striker for Manchester United and the National Team for Trinidad and Tobago gives practical advice to a group of young footballers from the Flow Ultimate Football Experience.

They participated in a two-day skills session with one-on-one training with Manchester United Soccer School Coaches (MUSS), Head Coach Mike Neary and Billy Miller. This is the second year of collaboration between Flow and MUSS. Through the Flow Ultimate Football Experience, the two partners gave the young athletes a greater opportunity at success and brought the region closer to one of their favourite sports.

Ronaldo Flowers has been given the nickname ‘Flower Power’ on the field. Originally from Jamaica but lives in Antigua, Flowers was named after the famous footballer. The youngster has been playing the game for the past four years and has in his vision to become a professional player. He plays central attack and midfield positions, which allow him to do what he likes best, score goals.

“It felt like a dream coming true,” Flowers said following the announcement. “The challenge was very difficult because there were other talented players but I played hard.”

Che Benny has been playing football since the age of five when his uncle took him to see St Ann’s Rangers – the team with which he still plays. Team coach Everett Williams, who was also present at the weekend challenge, says Benny was born with a natural talent. He was happy Benny received the exposure playing with other footballers in the Caribbean.

“I stepped up to the plate,” Benny said after winning the award. He also hopes to meet his favourite footballer, the Red Devils’ midfielder Juan Mata when he visits Manchester. Young Benny also said “football is my passion, I eat, sleep and dream about football and playing the sport professionally.”

Flowers and Benny, along with their coaches, will travel to the world-famous football stadium to see Manchester United’s final Premier League game of the season against Crystal Palace. This VIP experience will also include a visit to the Manchester United Museum and Tour, taking in the history of the club followed by a tour of the iconic stadium.

The two winners received their trophies from top officials present on the stage including Trinidad and Tobago Sports Ambassador and former Manchester United player, Dwight Yorke and Trinidad’s Minister of Sport, Hon. Daryll Williams.

Minister Williams thanked Flow in his remarks for providing this kind of opportunity for young footballers in the region.

Minister Williams reflected “I looked up to Dwight Yorke when I was a young footballer as being an inspiration for Caribbean players however there were no such opportunities like this one from Flow and Manchester United. Through this Flow Ultimate Football Experience you youngsters now have access to some of the best coaches and players in the world of football.”

“I am pleased for them both!” said a very proud Wendy McDonald, Flow’s Senior Director of Communications for the Caribbean, “This is a-once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and definitely the “ultimate football experience” that these two young footballers have been given through Flow’s partnership with Manchester United. We will continue to follow their journey to Manchester and we hope this will encourage even more aspiring footballers from the Caribbean to be ready for opportunities like this.”

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PRESS RELEASE – The St. Lucia Football Association in collaboration with the Gros Islet football League continued the Guardsman Northern Zone Under 13 Club Championship at the Grand Reverie Playing Field on Saturday 13th May and Sunday 14th May.

On Saturday the 1st game featured CT Foundation vs GMC United. The 1st half saw CT Foundation taking the lead with a goal from Sextus Toussaint in the 1st minute and 24th minutes. GMC United scored a goal from Zydan Francis in the 28th minutes ending the 1st half 2-1. The 2nd half saw another goal for GMC United from Zydan Francis in the 27th and 27th minutes. More goals were scored for CT Foundation from Daneo Carroo in the 49th minutes and Kyle Sealy in the 47th minutes ending the game with CT Foundation winning over GMC United 4-3.

The 2nd game featured Flow Lancers vs First Touch. The 1st half saw First Touch taking the lead with a goal from Masiah Charles in the 30th minutes No more goals were scored in the 1st half ending it 1-0. The 2nd half saw and another goal from First Touch from Masiah Charles in the 56th minutes ending the game with First Touch winning over Flow Lancers 2-0.

The 3rd game featured Northern United All Stars vs Valley Soccer. The 1st half saw Valley Soccer taking the lead with a goal from Rawson Harris in the 10th minutes. No more goals were scored ending the 1st half 1-0. The 2nd half saw goals for Northern United All Stars from Jahilil Evans in the 40th, 60th and 61st minutes giving Jahilil a hat trick and ending the game with Northern United All Stars winning over Valley Soccer 3-1.

The SLFA/GIFL Guardsman Northern Zone Under 13 Football Competition Tournament continued on Sunday 14th May at the Grand Reviere Playing Field with two games featuring Big Players vs B1 Juniors. Big Players took the lead with a goal from Adrian Vitalis in the 27th minutes. No goals were scored in the 1st half and 2nd half giving Big Players the win over B1 Juniors 1-0.

The 2nd game was featuring Pinehill VSADC vs Monchy FC. Due to the no show of Monchy FC Pinehill VSADC won by default.

The competition continues with the final three games before the Quarter Finals on Sunday 21st May at the Grand Revierre Playing Field featuring Toughest vs B1 Juniors at 10.00 a.m. followed by Valley Soccer vs TI Valley at 12.00 p.m. and Northern United All Stars vs CT Foundation at 2.00 p.m.

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PRESS RELEASE – The Department of Youth Development and Sports welcomed its newest team member, Mr. Mingiwei Lien (William); A Taiwanese Table Tennis Coach.

Mr. Lien was introduced to the Department on Monday 15th May 2015 by a contingent from the Embassy of Taiwan.

He will be part of the coaching team and will work alongside Mr. Chris Wells who is the Departments’ National Table Tennis coach. Mr. Lien will be involved with the grass roots tennis program in the various primary schools around the island.

The Department welcomes Mr. Lien as a team member as we seek to develop the sports program on the island.

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PRESS RELEASE – As with many sports clubs and other organizations, executive bodies manage the daily affairs of organizations.  The Home Club of Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre,  Racers Elite Swim Club, elected a new executive on May 6, 2017.  

The new team is full of promise to help the team make waves both in and out of the water.

Special thanks goes out to Yinka Alexander for her years at the helm as President of the swim club.  Although she did not seek re-election, she has been a vital part of the organization over the years. Because of Mrs. Alexander, the club has a monthly fundraising breakfast sale at the Rodney Bay Flea Market the first Saturday of each month. These funds assist the club in offsetting other costs in their daily runnings.  

She commented “As outgoing president, I welcome the new executive.  I will be there to lend my support. I feel the new executive has big plans for our club I wish them all the best.”

The new executive is:

President – Martin D’Auvergne

VP – Jean Mederick

Secretary/PR – Sue Dyson

Treasurer – Antoinette Desrivieres

Swimming for the Racers team is more than just a club, we are a family and have proven over the years to be one of the strongest teams in St Lucia.   Racers Elite Swim Club will be hosting a variety of activities coming up in the near futures, besides their monthly breakfast.  

Annually, in December, they also host Lucian Grand Prix. Some members of the club will be heading to Barbados next weekend for the BASA International Invitational.  They are also looking forward to local swim meets in the in the next couple of months.   

According to Dr. Diane Worrell, “As head Coach for Racers Elite (Small but Sweet) Swim Club,  I formally support the new Executive of the club.”  She looks forward to the initiatives they have planned to drive the club forward.  To learn more about this organization or any of their upcoming events, please visit them on Facebook:  Racers Elite Swim.

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PRESS RELEASE – After a weekend’s break for Jazz, group stage action continued Monday May 15th in the 2017 KFC National Basketball League.

Defending Champions Courts Jets delivered a 77-43 thrashing to newcomers Bonne Terre at the Vigie Multipurpose Sports Complex.

The Jets came out gunning from the opening tip, ending the first quarter with a 23-5 lead.

A 12-5 second quarter run by Bonne Terre brought the point difference to 9 at the half.

However, the defending champs asserted their dominance with a 48 point second half to Bonne Terre’s 26, running away with the game.

Leading the way for Courts Jets was KFC Player of the Game Joel Polius who raked in a double-double of 13 points, 15 rebounds, with 5 steals to go with that.

National and Commercial League standouts, brothers Andre & Troy Louison also chipped in 15 and 11 points respectively.

Glen Antoine also scored in double figures for Courts Jets with 12 points, 7 rebounds.

In a losing effort, Bonne Terre was led by Fabian Florton with 13 points, while Karlvin Augier contributed 11 points.

Meanwhile, action also took place in Vieux Fort, where Canaries took on the Combined Schools in a very low scoring game.

KFC Player of the Game Linzel Alcee delivered a notable all-round performance to deliver a 41-33 victory for the Canaries Team.

Alcee was 1 rebound and 1 assist shy of a triple double scoring 17 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists.

Jn. Pierre Frederick led the way for the Combined Schools with a double-double of 15 points, 11 rebounds; along with 7 steals- he however had 8 turnovers to go along with that.

Games continue on Wednesday May 17th where Group B’s Dennery and Run N Gun will square off in Vieux Fort. At 7:00pm.

Also at 7:00pm, 2016 Runners-up VBCC will take on the Police at the Vigie Multipurpose Sports Complex.

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PRESS RELEASE – The Choiseul Youth and Sports Council invites all registered clubs and affiliates to a General Meeting on Tuesday May 30th at 5 pm at the Choiseul Secondary School.

The purpose of the meeting is to receive general updates from the clubs, and to elect a new Executive for the Council, as elections are constitutionally due.

Nomination Forms will be available for download via the CYSC Facebook page soon. Clubs will also be allowed to submit nominations on the day of the General Meeting.

The Positions on the Executive to be contested are:

• President
• Vice President
• Treasurer
• Assistant Treasurer
• General Secretary
• Assistant Secretary
• Public Relations Officer

The new Executive will handle the affairs of the Council for the next two years.

The Choiseul Youth and Sports Council asks that club leaders make a special effort to attend and to be on time. Each club will be allowed two votes.

The Council also encourages youth leaders within the community to take up the challenge by making themselves available for election, as we seek to continue working in the interest of the Youth of Choiseul. Persons requiring more information can contact President Jeny Gaillard or Public Relations Officer Nyus Alfred.

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PRESS RELEASE – The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have now finalised the schedule for India’s four-week tour of the Caribbean that include five One-Day-Internationals (ODI) and one Twenty20 International (IT20) match from Tuesday, June 20 to Monday, July 10.

The series is scheduled to start in the twin-island of Trinidad and Tobago and end in Jamaica.

The series will begin with two ODIs at the Queen’s Park Oval, followed by two ODIs at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua and will end with one ODI and an IT20 at Sabina Park in Jamaica.

CEO of WICB, Johnny Grave said, “we are all looking forward to hosting the Indian Cricket Team so soon after Afghanistan’s inaugural tour of the Caribbean. The five-match ODI series gives our young side the opportunity of playing one of the world’s best 50-over sides, and we hope for a competitive series as we strive for automatic qualification for the 2019 Cricket World Cup.”

Acting Secretary, BCCI, Amitabh Choudray, says “when both these teams meet, we can always expect exciting cricket, and as always we hope to maintain that for this series.”

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PRESS RELEASE – Saint Lucia`s four member National Boxing Team selected to participate in the 2017 Caribbean School Boys and Juniors Boxing Championships has placed third at the tournament.

The team captured the third place out of six participating countries, with a total of two gold medals, one silver medal and one bronze medal.

Team Captain Nathan Ferrari secured a gold medal in the tournament’s featured fight on the last night. The other gold medalist Kimlyn Martie of the Corinth Secondary School, scored an impressive knock-out, in only his second competitive bout, against an opponent from the host country Guyana. Kareem Boyce and Jwevel Martie won silver and bronze respectively.

The national team, coached by Mr. Conrad Fredericks, returned home Tuesday evening.

This round of latest success is expected to boost team spirit and confidence as the boxers rejoin their comrades here in preparation for the Invitational Creole Boxing Championships July 4-9.

The Saint Lucia Boxing Association expresses gratitude to the Saint Lucia National Lotteries Authority and the Saint Lucia Olympic Committee for funding the team`s participation at the Guyana held Championships.

Meantime the Association is refocusing its efforts on urgent completion of the National Boxing Gymnasium construction project. The project is eight percent complete and is currently needed for afford national boxers with a more conducive environment for training.

The Association appeals to businesses and private citizens to continue to make contributions towards the completion of this worthwhile project which is an important investment in the youth.

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PRESS RELEASE – On 20th May 2017, the LUCELEC Michael Mathurin Rugby Challenge will be concluded with a tens match between Sir Arthur Lewis Community College Rugby Team and VBCC Stingers Rugby Team.

The winner takes home the $500 cash prize plus the championship trophy. The match will be held at La Clery Playing Field from 6:00 pm.

This will be followed by an exciting male tens exhibition match between a veterans team and an amateur team. The team of veteran rugby players will be lacing up their boots once again to play against a younger generation of players.

This is the first time in St. Lucia that a veterans rugby team comes together to play an exhibition match. It will be a showcase of old school tactics versus the newbie hype.  Saint Lucia Rugby Football Union is looking forward not only to the exciting match up. The Union is hoping that this will rekindle the passion for the sport in the players both young and old. The Union plans to continue hosting these matches and envisions the possibility of developing a mentorship program among the veterans and the younger players.

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West Indies cricket captain Jason Holder (L) 

PRESS RELEASE – Following news from the most recent International Cricket Council (ICC) Test Team Rankings, West Indies has added five points to move to 75.

Although still in eighth place, Director of Cricket, Jimmy Adams says, “I’m happy that the effort of the squad in the recent Test series vs Pakistan has been recognized in the gaining of valuable ranking points. Our long-term aim is to strengthen, over time, all relevant aspects of our game and one yardstick to measure our success will be where we lie in the international rankings. Well done to the team on this achievement.”

India, South Africa, Australia, England, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka are the teams ahead of the West Indies.

The West Indies are now in preparation for International Home Series against Afghanistan, May 30 to June 14. Those matches will be three Twenty20s and three ODIs. Following that series, the home side will play five ODIs and one Twenty20 against India, June 23 to July 9.

The India series will offer the West Indies an opportunity to gain automatic qualification for the 2019 Cricket World Cup.

Schedules

WI vs AFG

T20I

• Tuesday, May 30     President’s XI          Warner Park
• Friday, June 2         1^st T20I                   Warner Park
• Saturday, June 3     2^nd T20I                  Warner Park
• Monday, June 5       3^rd T20I                  Warner Park

ODIs

• Friday, June 9                   1^st ODI                    Daren Sammy Cricket Ground
• Sunday, June 11                2^nd ODI                   Daren Sammy Cricket Ground
• Wednesday, June 14         3^rd ODI                   Daren Sammy Cricket Ground

WI vs IND

• Friday, June 23                 1^st ODI        Queen’s Park Oval
• Sunday, June 25               2^nd ODI        Queen’s Park Oval
• Friday, June 30                 3^rd ODI        Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
• Sunday, July 2                  4^th ODI        Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
• Thursday, July 6               5^th ODI        Sabina Park
• Sunday, July 9                  T20I           Sabina Park

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Beaton

PRESS RELEASE – The Selection Panel of the West Indies Cricket Board has named a 13-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20 Series against Afghanistan.

The squad for includes one uncapped player, Ronsford Beaton, the tall 24-year-old fast bowler. He has so far played 36 T20 matches, with 31 wickets including best figures of 4-9.

All-rounder Jason Holder is being rested for the series.

The Panel also announced the 12-man squad for the WICB President’s XI T20 match against the visitors.

All matches will be played at Warner Park in St Kitts. Start time is 7:30pm (6:30pm Jamaica Time).

FULL SQUADS

WEST INDIES
Carlos Brathwaite (Captain)
Samuel Badree
Ronsford Beaton
Evin Lewis
Jason Mohammed
Sunil Narine
Kieron Pollard
Rovman Powell
Marlon Samuels
Lendl Simmons
Jerome Taylor
Chadwick Walton
Kesrick Williams

WICB PRESIDENT’S XI
Ashley Nurse (Captain)
Jonathan Carter
Johnson Charles
Sheldon Cottrell
Miguel Cummins
Andre Fletcher
Delorn Johnson
Kyle Mayers
Veerasammy Permaul
Nicholas Pooran
Raymond Reifer
Devon Thomas

QUOTES from Chairman of the Selection Panel, Courtney Browne:

On the composition of the squad: After the T20 Series against Pakistan we felt that it was important to keep the same group together so that the coaches can continue developing the young players. This coupled with the vast T20 experience of some of our senior players can help us to build a very formidable unit.

On the inclusion of fast bowler, Ronsford Beaton: Our Head Coach, Stuart Law, has asked for someone who can add some firepower to the attack. We felt that Ronsford has shown he can bowl with sustained pace in T20 cricket. We are confident he will do very well.

On all-rounder, Jason Holder, being rested: Jason has been going for a while now and led the team from the front with his performances. He has requested a break and after discussion with the staff we have granted him this period to refresh himself and prepare for the upcoming ODIs against Afghanistan and India.

Overall outlook for the series: In developing a high performance unit there is never room for complacency and our expectation is to win against a team that is ranked lower than us in the ICC rankings.

On the WICB President’s XI Squad: This is an opportunity for the experienced players to restate their desire to represent West Indies again by way of performance and the inexperienced players to show their ability at a higher level with a view to be considered for selection in the future.

MATCH SCHEDULE
Tuesday, May 30: WICB President’s XI v Afghanistan – Warner Park
Friday, June 2: 1st T20 International – Warner Park
Saturday, June 3: 2nd T20 International – Warner Park
Monday, June 5: 3rd T20 International – Warner Park

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SmartTerm, a cohesive web and mobile school and learning management system, is an associate sponsor of the Jamaica Independent Schools Association (JISA) Prep Championships, which will be held from May 25th – 27th at the National Stadium.

Over 60 schools are slated to compete at the annual event.

The event, which is title-sponsored by Tastee Limited, showcases the athletic talents of boys and girls as they vie for prep school supremacy and bragging rights. The organizers have been working diligently to ensure that the event goes off without a hitch.

“I do want to underscore the significance of the impact both JISA and SmartTerm can have working together both inside and outside the classroom,” said Stuart Crooks, COO of SmartTerm. “We want to make an impact, and this is a great way to do so.”

A number of other sponsors highlight what is expected to be a great few days for our prep school students.

“I remember when I represented Wolmer’s Prep at the Championships. It was one of my most memorable moments, and it helped in my overall development. We at SmartTerm are 100% behind student development, which is why we are behind this event.” said Shamir Saddler, CEO of SmartTerm.

SmartTerm intends to continue to give back to Jamaican schools through its SmartTerm Cares initiative.

SmartTerm has spent 4+ years researching and analyzing how the education system in the Caribbean can be improved. The team and implementation experts work in an open-concept environment allowing a tailored solution to fulfilling the needs of schools. For more information on SmartTerm visit https://smarttermlms.com/.

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The St. Lucia Football Association in collaboration with the Gros Islet football League continued the Guardsman Northern Zone Under 13 Club Championship at the Grand Reverie Playing Field on Saturday 20^th May and Sunday 21^st May.

On Saturday the one game featured TI Valley vs Valley Soccer The 1^st half saw TI Valley taking the lead with a goal from Hemiael Charlery in the 20^th minute ending the 1st half 1-0.

The 2^nd half saw Valley Soccer equalizing with a goal from Rayan Nathaniel in the 35^th minutes and taking the lead with another goal from Azariah Raveneau in the 50^th minutes.  More goals were scored for Valley Soccer from Rayan Nathaniel in the 57^th minutes and Rivaldo Charlemagne in the 60^th minutes ending the game with Valley Soccer winning over TI Valley 4-1.

The SLFA/GIFL Guardsman Northern Zone Under 13 Football Competition Tournament continued on Sunday 21^st May at the Grand Reviere Playing Field with one games featuring Northern United All Stars vs CT Foundation. CT Foundation took the lead with a goal from Marlon Octave in the 39^th minutes ending the 1^st half 1-0.

The 2^nd half saw Northern United All Stars equalizing with a goal from Jahil Evans in the 57^th minutes.  No more goals were scored ending the game 1-1.

The competition continues with the Quarter Finals on Saturday 27^th May at the Grand Revierre Playing Field with three games featuring Pine Hill VSADC vs Lancers FC at 9.30 a.m. followed by Valley Soccer vs Big Players at 11.00 a.m. and Pioneers FC vs TI Valley FC at 1.00 p.m.

On Sunday 28^th May one game will be played featuring Northern United All Stars vs BI Juniors at 9.00 a.m.

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The Group stage of the 2017 KFC National Basketball League has hit the halfway mark with some exciting displays of local basketball talent.

On Wednesday May 17^th at the Vigie Multipurpose Sports Complex,  VBCC Warlords delivered a 74-53 beating to the Police led by KFC Player of the Game Marcian Calderon, who put up a near triple double of 22 points, 18 rebounds, 9 steals.  Simeon “Jim” Medard was also a force to be reckoned with throughout the game contributing 16 points, 7 rebounds.

Shervon “Big Show” Matthew finished with 16 points, 16 rebounds for the police.

In the second game, Vieux Fort’s Run n Gun secured a win on their home court defeating Dennery 62-57.  In their losing effort, Desmond “Mc Dyess” Vidal continued his consistent play with 33 points, 17 rebounds, 5 assists for Dennery. Zephton Fontelio  was Run n Gun’s top scorer with 16 points.

Four games were played between two locations on Saturday May 20^th.

In the first game at the Vigie Sports Complex VBCC delivered a 92-49 thrashing of Dennery led By Lanse Prospere with 23 points and 5 steals. KFC Player of the Game Simeon “Jim” Medard finished with a balanced 23 points, 5 steals, 5 assists. Desmond “Mc Dyess” Vidal finished with 22 points and 16 rebounds for Dennery.

Run n Gun defeated Basketball For the Future  (BFTF) 83-68 in the second game at the Complex. KFC  Player of the Game Rahim Auguste finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds for Run n Gun Ron Dumerville led BFTF with 17 points, 11 rebounds.

Action moved down to Dennery where the Combined Schools was unsuccessful in their bid to win their first game of the tournament being defeated by Micoud 51-42. KFC Player of the Game Canada St. Catherine led Micoud with 18 points, 10 rebounds, 7 steals while Frederick Jn Pierre scored 16 points and added 11 rebounds for the Combined Schools.

The second game in Dennery saw defending champs Courts Jets defeating an undermanned Canaries team 88-58. Andre Louison led the way for Courts Jets with 25 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists.

Larry Shepherd led Canaries in their losing effort with 25 points, 9 rebounds.

Games in the 2017 KFC National Basketball League continue Monday May 24^th when VBCC Brown team takes on BFTF at the  Vigie Multipurpose Sports Complex.

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West Indies could have their limited-overs stars in the fray for national selection, particularly for the 50-over format, after Courtney Browne, the chairman of selectors, hinted at the possibility of the WICB revisiting the eligibility criterion.

Currently, the WICB has followed a stringent policy of considering only those players who have featured in the domestic 50-over competition, one that goes back to 2010, under the regime of Julian Hunte and Ernest Hilaire.

The current criterion has ruled out a bunch of senior players including Dwayne Bravo, Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine and Andre Russell. None of them were part of West Indies’ most recent series against Pakistan, which they lost 2-1, falling further behind in their race to be among the top eight teams in the ICC rankings and so qualify directly for the 2019 World Cup.

But if this change in selection policy is cleared, West Indies could significantly boost their chances of fielding a full-strength team leading up to the showpiece event.

“There is some discussion going on about revisiting the eligibility rule,” Browne told Line and Length, a Barbados-based network. “I know it’s with a working committee. That will then go to the board. But we have to understand our domestic cricket is key.

“Players coming out of domestic cricket and showing they can perform at the international level is important. Yes, we have to look at it [the eligibility rule] but also be mindful that we have to develop our own domestic product, a stage where we can have a very good standard of regional cricket.”

However, Browne also made it clear he would rather not have a situation where young players who have come through the regional system are ignored. Vishaul Singh and Shimron Hetmyer, who captained West Indies to the Under-19 World Cup title last year, are two examples he cited while explaining the need to maintain continuity. The pair gave modest returns – 159 runs in 12 innings between them – having played their first three Tests over the last couple of months.

“We have a lot of young developing players, they’re all bunched together in terms of number of Tests, that’s par for the course. When you have a bunch of people you’re exposing to international cricket, you will tend to get these sorts of performances. But the good thing about it is, you have the coaching team and you have to give them some time to develop players.

“There’s no regret [in giving them opportunities]. They came through the system, we understand they’re young players and need time to develop. When you’re looking at development process, it’s going to be a slow process. We’re not going to find a sensation overnight.”

Browne was pleased with the enthusiasm of the new recruits. “They’ve shown the fans here’s a bunch of young people who are showing fight. It has shown the players too that with determination and passion like that, you can be competitive.”

Bravo had recently said he was available for T20 selection but would not give up his contracts around the world to play domestic cricket in the West Indies because playing in those tournaments did not guarantee selection. He had also said things could change if “structure changes or something different happens”. (ESPNCricinfo)

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The Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture Inter-Commercial House Futsal League competition began with much excitement and rivalry.

In Group C:

May 19^th, 2017- Flow went up against WLBL.

Flow edged out WLBL to take the win with 6 goals to WLBL’s 5.

In Group C:

May 19^th, 2017- 1^st National Bank took on Blueprint Entertainment.

1^st National Bank came out victorious against Blueprint Entertainment 3 goals vs 0.

In Group D:

May 19^th, 2017- St. Lucia Teachers Union faced Renwick.

Former Champions St. Lucia Teachers Union dominated the match with a total of 6 goals while Renwick struggles to get on the board.

In Group D:

May 19^th, 2017- Windjammer went up against CO Williams.

Windjammer emerged as the winners with 9 goals to CO Williams’s 1.

In Group B:

May 20^th, 2017- PCD Lucozade went up against BOSL.

PCD Lucozade emerged as the winners with 3 goals as BOSL struggled to get on the board.

In Group A:

May 20^th, 2017- Ministry Of Infrastructure took on WASCO.

Ministry Of Infrastructure was on fire beating out WASCO 5 goals vs 4.

In Group A:

May 20^th, 2017- LUCELEC faced PCD Magnum.

LUCELEC dominated the match with a total of 7 goals beating out PCD Magnum’s 2 goals.

In Group B:

May 20^th, 2017- Ark Teleservices went up against Guardsman.

Ark Teleservices emerged as the winners with 3 goals to Guardsman’s 2.

Matches continue on Friday 26^th May 2017 with Renwick VS Windjammer  6:30pm

St. Lucia Teacher’s Union VS CO Williams    7:30pm

St. Lucia Teacher’s Credit Cooperative Ltd. VS LUCELEC    8:30pm

Flow VS 1^st National Bank    9:30pm

All games are played at the Beausejour Indoor Facility.

Entry fee is $5.00EC dollars per person.

Persons are encouraged to come out and support.

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Members of the West Indies Women’s team heading to the ICC Women’s World Cup in the United Kingdom will assemble for a brief camp, starting on Friday in Barbados.

Head coach Vasbert Drakes, in a release said the focus of the camp will primarily be team bonding, as the side had not been together since last November in India.

“We are eager to get the group together,” said Drakes. “It’s an exciting line-up of players with a balance of established players, a couple of returnees and a group of four new faces.

“This camp will enable the team management unit to spend valuable time with the players and start to build the desire for success in the team, as they get ready to face the challenges of the World Cup.”

The coach said the camp will be a good opportunity to re-create the strong team culture that was a hallmark of the team over the last two years.

“We want to help the new players integrate, while rekindling the camaraderie and relationships with the familiar faces, so that there is a healthy team environment in which everyone can focus on performance and ultimately being successful at the World Cup,” he added.

In addition to team building activities, the members of the squad will also be part of player development sessions, as well as a series of physical assessments during the five-day camp, which precedes the team’s departure next Wednesday.

On arrival in the UK, the team will have a 17-day training camp in Southampton, including practice matches against an England Women’s XI on June 6 at Loughborough and the Southern Vipers on June 9 at the Ageas Bowl before moving to the city of Leicester for the formal start of the Women’s World Cup programme.

“We will have almost a month in the UK prior to our opening game in the World Cup to get the team into game mode,” said Drakes.

“We will spend that time trying to get acclimatised to the conditions and being purposeful in our build-up to the tournament, so that we can significantly improve on our past performances and prepare to take on the World.”

The Windies Women were runners-up at the previous Women’s World Cup in India, when Australia Women claimed their sixth title with a 114-run victory at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai.

Stafanie Taylor’s side earned automatic qualification to the Women’s World Cup following their fourth place finish in the ICC Women’s Championship — a tournament contested between the top eight sides in the World over the last two years.

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On Saturday May 20th 2017, the VSADC Youth Academy was the grateful recipient of players’ and coaches’ uniforms thanks to the generosity of duty free retailer Del Sol Ltd and Peter & Company Distribution (PCD) through its Pine Hill juice and Lucozade sports drink brands.

In a short handover ceremony held at the SAB playing facility and attended by VSADC Youth Academy members, parents, coaches, sponsors’ representatives and VSADC executive members the VSADC Youth Academy received Del Sol branded uniforms for its coaches, Pine Hill branded uniforms for its U12 and U14 teams and Lucozade branded uniforms for the U16 and 18 teams. These youth teams are expected to participate in various youth tournaments in the coming months.

On hand to present the coaches’ uniforms was Ryan Cazaboun of Del Sol Ltd. Mr. Cazaboun expressed his company’s delight in assisting a grassroots football program especially one which targeted inner city kids.

Also in attendance was Krystal Francois Brand Manager of Pinehill who reiterated Pine Hill’s commitment to local youth and sports. Miss Francois also expressed satisfaction that the VSADC U13 was currently performing extremely well in the Northern Zone under 13 tournament and she urged the team to continue to aim for excellence.

Emerson Auguste of Peter & Company Distribution officially presented the Lucozade branded uniforms to the VSADC youth academy U16 and he too commented on the proud history of Lucozade in local youth sports especially track and field.

On hand to receive the uniforms on behalf of VSADC were club President Curtis Paul and Secretary Craig Anderson.
VSADC would like to take this opportunity to express sincere gratitude to Del Sol Ltd, Pine Hill juices and Lucozade for their invaluable contribution to the youth academy and its members.

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The St Lucia Amateur Swimming Association (SLASA) in collaboration with the Department of Youth Development and Sports will be hosting the National Primary Schools and National Secondary Schools swim meet on Monday, May 29^th.

The event being held at Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre is sure to draw enthusiasts of all ages to watch as our schools compete for the title of National School Swimming Champion.

The meet not only allows for the development of swimming across the island, but it gives the schools another avenue to flex their muscles in the holistic approach to learning.  Additionally, students that do not currently swim with a club are allowed the chance to demonstrate their skills while representing their schools. Annually, the Schools Swim Meet takes place during the 3^rd term to allow schools to develop their swimming program from the beginning of the school year.

The Primary schools will be competing from 9 am until 12 noon on Monday with a quick opening ceremony for both meets at 8:55 AM.  The reigning champions – Montessori School – will be on deck vying to keep their title for another year.  Upcoming local swimmers such as Naima Hazell and Antoine Destang will be representing their schools.  There are approximately 90 Primary School Students participating in the event.

The Secondary Schools swim meet will begin at 1 PM and run through 4 PM.  St Joseph’s convent is ready to maintain the title of reigning champions at the secondary school level.  This year we will see the return of the Boys Training Centre to the swim meet, which is very uplifting to the swimming fraternity.  There are approximately 130 secondary school students registered to compete for the various schools entered.

Although there were challenges in securing a date to allow as many students to participate, SLASA is pleased they are able to host this event again.

It would not be possible without the contribution from the Department of Youth Development and Sports as well as Easy Click Books, Blue Waters, and Bay Gardens Resorts.  Special thanks go out to all sponsors, stakeholders and volunteers for their assistance in making this year’s Schools Swim Meet a success.

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The Saint Lucia Rugby Football Union held final matches and prize giving of the LUCELEC Michael Mathurin Challenge on the 20th May 2017 at the La Clery playing field.

This is the second tournament in the Union’s calendar of events. The final matches saw the Rugby Veterans team versus the VBCC Stingers male team and the VBCC female team vs the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College representative team.

When the dust settled the VBCC Stingers male team emerged tournament winners beating the Veterans 28 to 7.

The tournament is in its second year and was designed to honour a former rugby player Michael Mathurin who passed away a few years ago.

At the prizing giving ceremony, the President of the Union described Michael Mathurin as someone who engendered the core values of rugby, INTEGRITY, PASSION, SOLIDARITY, DISCIPLINE and RESPECT. These core values quite fittingly described Michael Mathurin’s attitude and approach to the game and life.

Mike was a former employee of LUCELEC and the SLRFU has partnered with LUCELEC to stage the tournament.

This year’s tournament focused on youth and women in rugby. The tournament was used as a qualifier to select a national women’s 7’s rugby team.

The women’s team will be going to Guadeloupe in June to participate in a women’s 7-a-side rugby tournament.

The SLRFU like to thank Mrs. Mathurin for allowing the SLRFU to hold the tournament in Mike’s honour

1.  Lucelec for the sponsorship of the tournament
2.  Mr. Jackson Jules of M&C Hardware for the line marking paint
3.  The La Clery and SALCC field committees for allowing us to stage the competition on their fields
4.  The match officials, Garner Felicien, Shaun Alcindor, Mina Espeleta , Douglas George and Renatta Frederick
5. The tournament physiotherapist, Ms. Allain
6.  The SLRFU executive for planning and execution of the tournament
7. The teams
8.  And finally the spectators for coming out and supporting the teams and helping to make these past Saturday afternoons not just a rugby affair but also a social affair.

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