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Eldred Henry Aims for Glory at PANAM 2023 Games
Eldred Henry, a powerhouse in the world of shot put, is poised to make waves at the Pan American 2023 Games in Chile.
The British Virgin Islands have already etched his name in history by becoming the first local athlete to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
This remarkable feat was accomplished at the Kingsville, Texas meet in 2019 when he unleashed a throw of 21.47 meters (70 feet, 5 1/4 inches), securing a personal best and simultaneously setting four records – outdoor national, Organization of Caribbean States (OECS), Great Midwest Athletics Conference (GMAC), and NCAA DII.
Henry’s prowess extends to indoor competitions as well. He holds national, OECS, and NCAA DII records for indoor shot put with a throw of 20.61 meters (60 feet, 7.5 inches).
His dedication and skill have earned him a CAC bronze medal, solidifying his status as a top contender.
Globally, Henry has reached impressive heights, ranking as high as number twenty in the world for men’s shot put and standing at number six in the region.
Despite missing the Tokyo 2020 Olympics due to an unfortunate elbow injury that flared up during a warm-up at the 2021 Track Meet in Southern California, this BVI star has been training diligently to secure a podium position at the PanAm Games in Santiago.
The prestigious competition opened on October 20 and will conclude on November 5.
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Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
The Governor’s Office, with support from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, this week delivered Trauma Risk Management (TRiM) training to frontline officers in the Virgin Islands, including members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, prison officers and volunteers from Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR).
The program is designed to help first responders recognize and manage the psychological effects of traumatic incidents encountered in the course of their duties. Participants received instruction on identifying early signs of stress-related responses and providing peer support following critical events.
According to the Governor’s Office, the training forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen welfare and resilience within frontline services across the territory.
“By strengthening welfare and resilience within our front line services, we are ensuring that the people who protect us are supported themselves,” the Governor’s Office said in a statement.
Officials thanked participants for their involvement and acknowledged the trainer for leading the sessions.
Trauma Risk Management, commonly known as TRiM, is a peer-support process used in emergency services and military settings to assess and address the mental health impact of traumatic exposure.
Maya Marcellin, Teen Universe British Virgin Islands, departed the territory on Feb. 22 for Nicaragua, where she will compete in the Teen Universe International Pageant.
Marcellin left the British Virgin Islands on Sunday accompanied by family members and supporters as she begins representing the territory in the international competition. The pageant will bring together contestants from several countries to compete in preliminary events leading up to the final show.
Supporters gathered prior to her departure to offer encouragement as she travels to Nicaragua to represent the British Virgin Islands on the international stage.
Governor’s Office Delivers Trauma Risk Management Training to Frontline Officers in Virgin Islands
Maya Marcellin Departs for Teen Universe International Pageant in Nicaragua
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