Local News
BVI Athletes Off To Carifta Games
British Virgin Islands athletes and officials yesterday departed the territory for the 50th Edition of the Carifta Games in Nassau, Bahamas.
The British Virgin Islands Athletics Association (BVIAA) in March selected 30 young athletes, including 2022 gold medallists Savianna Joseph and Adaejah Hodge.
The remaining members of Team BVI will arrive in Nassau in time for Friday’s opening ceremony at 4 p.m.
CARIFTA Games officially starts April 8 and ends April 10.
BVI Athletes | Officials
U17 Girls 100m Shannia Johnson
U17 Girls 200m Taryn Augustine, Shannia Johnson
U17 Girls 100mH A’Sia McMaster Jah’Kyla Morton,
U17 Girls High Jump Kenniqua Grate, Jah’Kyla Morton
U17 Girls LJ Shyra Stoutt, Cristal Daly
U17 Girls 4 x 100 A’Sia McMaster, Jah’Kyla Morton, Shannia Johnson, Taryn Augustine, Cristal Daly, Shyra Stoutt, Kenniqua Grate
U17 Boys 100m J’Den Jackson
U17 Boys 200m J’Den Jackson,
U7 Boys 4 x100m J’Den Jackson, Othneil Gillings, Mario Carter, Tiondre Frett, Gabriel Cline
U20 Girls 100m Adaejah Hodge, Kenyatta Grate
U20 Girls 200m Adaejah Hodge, Kenyatta Grate
U20 Girls 400m Kaelyaah Liburd
U20 Girls 400mH Ashleigh Penn
U20 Girls LJ Adaejah Hodge
U20 Girls Discus Palesa Caesar, Savianna Joseph
U20 Girls Shot Put Palesa Caesar, Savianna Joseph
U20 Girls Hept A’Keelah McMaster, Ashleigh Penn,
U20 Girls 4 x 100 Kaelyaah Liburd, Kenyatta Grate, A’Keelah McMaster, Amia Todman, Ashleigh Penn, Ariyah Smith
U20 Girls 4 x 400 Kaelyaah Liburd, Kenyatta Grate, A’Keelah McMaster, Adaejah Hodge, Ashleigh Penn
U20 Boys 100m Jaylen Callwood
U20 Boys 200m – Mikei George, Jaylen callwood
U20 Boys 400m- Tyreese James, M’Khori Crabbe
U20 Boys 800m Jahshani Farrington, Jonathan Lynch
U20 Boys 1500m Jahshani Farrington, Jonathan Lynch
U20 Boys Octalon Orlando Douglas, Mychael Claxton
U20 Boys Shot Andre Smikle
U20 Discus Boys Andre Smikle
U20 Long jump M’Khori Crabbe, Gabriel Cline
U20 Triple Jump M’Khori Crabbe, Gabriel Cline
U20 4 x 100m Boys M’Khori Crabbe, Khamauri Crabbe, Tyreese James, Mikei George, Jaylen Callwood
U20 4 x 400m Boys M’Khori Crabbe, Khamauri Crabbe, Tyreese James, Jahshani Farrington, Johnathan Lynch, Mychael Claxton
Education
Seven Young Ballers Embark on an Eight-Day Basketball Adventure in Orlando
Seven young boys from the British Virgin Islands are set to experience basketball at its finest as they head to Orlando, Florida From November 23 to 28. The ballerswill participate in the Jr. Orlando Magic Youth Basketball Camp, an opportunity that combines skill development, fun, and a front-row seat to the NBA world.
The trip is organised through Sports Vision Academy, led by Mr. Eustace “Boss” Freeman. The young athletes—Niquan Freeman, Kyle Gumbs Jr., Jahy Smith, Ke’mori Daway, Tiondre Martin, Jaiden Cameron, and Jadey Glasgow—will be accompanied by Freeman himself, alongside Jovaughn Cameron and Roy Garraway.
“It’s the first time attending this camp, and the boys will also get the opportunity to attend an NBA game as well,” Freeman shared enthusiastically. “They will witness the Bulls take on the Magic, which is bound to be an unforgettable experience.”
The camp promises not only to refine their basketball skills but also to expose them to professional-level gameplay and sportsmanship.
Freeman expressed deep gratitude to the sponsors who made the trip possible, including the BVI Olympic Committee, Travel Wize LTD, and HNF. “Today’s youth are tomorrow’s stars,” Freeman said, reflecting on the impact this trip could have on the boys’ futures.
For these young ballers, this is more than a camp—it’s a chance to dream big and see where their talent can take them.
Crime/Police
Teen Arrested in Connection With Series of Burglaries Across Virgin Islands
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has made a major breakthrough in addressing a string of burglaries that had left communities across the Territory on edge. A 17-year-old male from Jost Van Dyke has been arrested and charged in connection with multiple burglaries in Butu Mountain, East End, Great Mountain, and Mount Healthy.
The young suspect faces four counts of burglary and one charge of criminal damage, marking a significant development in the RVIPF’s efforts to combat crime in the region.
“This arrest demonstrates our commitment to addressing the concerns of our residents and ensuring that offenders are held accountable,” said Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool. She also called attention to the broader issue of youth involvement in criminal activities, emphasizing the need for community collaboration to tackle the problem. “It will take an all-hands-on-deck approach to solve this serious problem,” Vanterpool added.
While the arrest represents progress, police officials urge residents to remain vigilant. The RVIPF continues to seek information related to these burglaries and encourages the public to come forward with tips.
Anyone with relevant details can contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-8477 (TIPS) or 1-284-800-8477.
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