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VG Bayside Blazers Crush Dominican Republic 87-76 in Electrifying BOTF Opener
The “Battle of the Fittest” (BOTF) Basketball League erupted in high-octane action yesterday as the VG Bayside Blazers delivered a stunning 87-76 blow to the Dominican Republic team in the tournament’s opening game at The LB Scott Sports Auditorium in Philipsburg, St. Maarten.
Running from July 14 to July 20, 2024, the BOTF promises a week of fierce competition, and the Blazers set the tone with their opening performance.
Coach Brian S. Brewley, aka ‘Bash,’ masterminded a strategic onslaught from the Blazers by letting point guard Anthony J. Smith command the court leaving the Dominican Republic scrambling.
From the first whistle, the Blazers surged ahead, establishing a double-digit lead that they never relinquished. Norville S. Carey, known as ‘Banana,’ was a force to be reckoned with, racking up 17 points. Hot on his heels, Raheem E. Carter contributed 16 points, while Shamarr A. George, aka ‘Shumba,’ added 15 points to the tally.
The VG Bayside Blazers, under the ownership and management of Julian Willock, have drawn significant backing, with Biras Creek Resort leading as the Platinum Sponsor. Other key supporters include the Skelton Group of Companies, Hon. Lorna G. Smith, OBE, Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley, Nagico Insurances, Clive L. McCoy, Ephraim E. Penn, Cliff W. Williams, and Northam Construction.
Tonight’s showdown at 8:00 PM against Team USA is set to be a highlight of the tournament, followed by a crucial clash with St. Maarten on Tuesday, July 16.
In another gripping game, the Skillful Ballers from Tortola, coached by Rodney Simmons (‘Gola’), secured a nail-biting victory over St. Eustatius with an 81-76 finish, adding to the Virgin Islands’ triumphs.
Sports
Team BVI to Compete in WAAm Caribbean Development Championship 2024
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) archery team has departed for Kingston, Jamaica, to compete in the 2024 WAAm Caribbean Development Championship. Hosted by the Jamaica Archery Federation (JAI), the event runs from September 18 to 22 and will feature top talent from around the Caribbean and beyond.
The competition provides an opportunity for the BVI team, a mix of beginners and developmental archers, to test their skills against athletes from countries to leave their mark on the regional stage. Leading the charge in the Recurve Beginner Under 15 Men category is Matthew Keandré, while David Persaud will compete in the Recurve Developmental Men category. Both will be testing their skills in the qualification rounds for their respective categories.
The Compound Beginner Under 15 Women category sees Kasadiyah Baird aiming for success, while Naomi Onwufuju and Keyara Smith will represent the BVI in the Compound Developmental Under 18 Women category. Javlyn Frett also joins the developmental ranks in the Compound Developmental Women category, setting her sights on strong results.
Kellyann Tillack, competing in the Recurve Beginner Under 18 Women category, rounds out the squad, each determined to put BVI archery on the map.
Coaches Ritseeniyah Georges and Patrick Smith will be guiding the team through the competition, providing essential support and expertise to help the young athletes navigate this important event.
The competition will feature other archers from regional heavyweights like Jamaica, the Bahamas, Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago. Jamaica, the host nation, leads the pack with a 34-member contingent, while countries like Guyana and the US Virgin Islands (USVI) are also sending strong teams. The United States has joined the competition as well, bringing an additional level of intensity to the championship.
Sports
BVI Secures First Victory in 45th Chess Olympiad
In Round 3 of the 45th Chess Olympiad, the British Virgin Islands notched its first win in the Open division, with Jhon Samuel securing a crucial victory on Board 2 against Bermuda.
The historic event, featuring a record-breaking 193 teams in the Open section and 181 squads in the Women’s competition, is being held in Budapest, Hungary, from September 10-23.
For more updates, follow BVI Chess Federation.
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