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BVI Elite Battles Through Opening Day at One Guyana 3×3 Quest Tournament
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) National Men’s Team, competing as BVI Elite, faced a challenging start at the One Guyana 3×3 Quest Basketball Tournament on April 5, 2025, at Cliff Anderson Sports Hall. The team secured one victory but suffered two losses in their opening matches.
BVI Elite’s tournament debut was a nail-biting clash against SKN Sugar Boys from St. Kitts and Nevis. The tightly contested game extended into overtime, where BVI fell just short, losing 13-11.
Undeterred, the team rebounded strongly in their second matchup, dominating host nation Guyana with an impressive 18-8 victory. However, in their final game of the day, BVI Elite faced Carolina from Puerto Rico, the tournament favorites and an undefeated force. Despite a competitive performance, BVI fell 21-16.
Looking ahead, BVI Elite is set to face Ball So Hard from Mexico at 11:20 a.m. on April 6, hoping to improve their record in the tournament.
The tournament winner will earn a coveted spot in the FIBA 3×3 World Tour in Edmonton, making every match crucial for teams vying for the title.
BVI Elite, proudly backed by the BVI Olympic Committee, features:
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Shakeem Tyson (Captain)
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Jaquan Hodge
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Demron Glasgow
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Antwon Robinson
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Coach: Eustace “Boss” Freeman
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