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Rikkoi Brathwaite Sets New BVI National Record at Holloway Pro Classic
Rikkoi Brathwaite made headlines at the Holloway Pro Classic, setting a new national record for the British Virgin Islands (BVI) with an impressive time of 10.0 seconds in the semi-finals of the 100-meter dash.
Brathwaite’s performance not only established a new benchmark for BVI athletics but also earned him a spot among the top 56 male sprinters in the world, ranked at number 33. Only 26 other men globally have run faster times this year, highlighting Brathwaite’s exceptional speed and competitive edge.
The semi-final race was won by Emmanuel Matadi of the United States, the Liberian national record holder, with a time of 9.98 seconds. Brathwaite secured second place, while Joseph Fahnbulleh of the United States took third.
In the finals, Brathwaite finished seventh with a time of 10.20 seconds in what was his final tune-up race before the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he will make his debut as a member of the BVI team. Emmanuel Matadi clinched victory in the finals with a blistering 9.91 seconds, followed by Joseph Fahnbulleh with 10.00 seconds and Pjai Austin of the USA with 10.06 seconds.
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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.
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