Caribbean Women's Doubles Champions Ashley DeGroot and Ashley Khalil are all smiles as Guyana walked away with the overall title at the Caribbean Senior Squash Championships that concluded at the Liguanea Club in Kingston, Jamaica on Saturday.
Guyana won the overall team title at the 2022 Caribbean Senior Squash Championships that concluded at the Liguanea Club in Kingston on Saturday.
The formidable contingent from the South American continent won both men's and women’s team titles to come away with 64 points after winning the men’s title over Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, respectively. They also took the women’s title over the Cayman Islands and Trinidad and Tobago, respectively.
Overall, the Cayman Islands were runners-up with 56 points while hosts Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago amassed 45 points. Barbados were fifth with 30 points.
In women’s play on Saturday, Guyana blanked Jamaica 5-0 and the Cayman Island defeated Barbados 4-1. In men's play, Guyana beat Jamaica 4-1 while The Cayman Islands defeated Barbados 3-2.
The Guyanese pair Ashley Degroot and Ashley Khalil won the women’s doubles title. Jade Pitcairn and Michaela Rensburg of the Cayman Islands were the runners-up with Tessa Martin and Alexandria Yearwood of Trinidad & Tobago and Savannah Thomson and Mia Todd of Jamaica tied for third.
Meantime, Nyron Joseph and Jason-Ray Khalil of Guyana won the men’s doubles title over the Barbadian pair of Khamal Cumberbatch & Shawn Simpson.
Julian Jervis and Jake Kelly of the Cayman Islands and Bruce Burrowes and Julian Morrison of Jamaica tied for third.
The Cayman Islands pair of Cameron Stafford and Marlene West won the mixed doubles title with Daniel Ince and Taylor Fernandes of Guyana as the runners-up. Darien Benn and Jodi Smith-Padmore of Barbados and Chayse McQuan and Marie Claire Barcant of Trinidad and Tobago shared third-place honours.
Ramon Chan-A-Sue of Guyana won the Men’s 40-plus title over Trinidad and Tobago’s Peter Pirthseesingh and Jamaica’s Bruce Levy.
The Women’s title was won by Lori-Ann Foley of the Cayman Islands. Karen Anderson of Jamaica was second and Diane Julien of Trinidad and TobagoNyro was third.
Joey Levy of Jamaica took the Men’s 50 and over crown over Peter Drury of Bermuda and Keith Higgins of the Cayman Islands who were second and third, respectively. The women’s title went to Marlene West of the Cayman Islands with Cathy Martin of Trinidad and Tobago and Gill Binnie of Jamaica finishing second and third, respectively.
Richard Hart of Trinidad and Tobago won the men’s 60 and over title. Chris Bicknell of Jamaica was the runner up and Nick Buckley of the Cayman Islands finished third.
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Jamaica claims five medals at CAC Bodybuilding Championships
Jamaica's bodybuilders made their mark at the 51st Central America and Caribbean (CAC) Bodybuilding Championships in Georgetown, Guyana, held from October 19-20, bringing home five medals in a competitive field that featured over 200 athletes from more than 20 countries. While the host nation dominated the event with 25 medals, Jamaica held their own with two gold and three silver medals.
Leading the charge for Jamaica were Rayon Henry and Sean Taylor, who both captured gold in their respective categories. Henry, fresh off winning a national title, triumphed in the Medium Class (176 cm), showcasing his refined physique and superior form. Taylor, competing in the Short Class (170 cm), delivered a standout performance after a challenging year, rebounding from earlier fourth-place finishes in the Muscular Men’s Physique and Men’s Physique Short Class to claim the top spot.
Nicolas Wilson also impressed on his international debut, taking home a silver medal in the highly competitive Bodybuilding Middleweight category (80 kg). Wilson's disciplined preparation paid off, as he made a strong impression against seasoned competitors, proving that he's a rising talent in the sport.
On the women’s side, Jamaica’s national champion Dianne Brown captured a silver medal in the Bikini Fitness Tall Class (169 cm). A former pageant expert, Brown dazzled both the audience and the judges with her flawless physique and commanding stage presence, solidifying her place among the top contenders in the region. Shana Davis Roman added another silver to Jamaica's medal tally in the Fitness Challenge, displaying exceptional athleticism and versatility in the demanding category.
Natasha Gordon also delivered commendable performances, placing fourth in both the Bikini Fitness Open and Masters divisions, contributing to the overall success of Jamaica’s six-member team, which was led by former JABBFA and CAC President, Lt. Col. Bruce Bartley.
Despite competing against a large field of athletes, Jamaica’s bodybuilders proved they could hold their own on the international stage, bringing home valuable hardware from the prestigious event.
Guyana dominates CAC Bodybuilding Championships with 25 medals, Including seven golds
Guyana put on a dominant display at the CAC Bodybuilding Championships over the weekend, securing 333 points to top the overall standings. The host nation fielded 25 athletes and took home 25 medals, including seven golds, edging out Barbados, who finished second with 327 points. El Salvador placed third with 165 points.
The highlight of the event for the host nation was Emmerson Campbell, the National Men’s Physique Champion, who earned a prestigious Pro Card after winning gold in the Men’s Physique up to 173cm category. Despite finishing second in the overall pose-off, Campbell’s physique was deemed superior, securing him the professional status he had been striving for over the years.
Remalton Siland also delivered an impressive performance, winning gold in the Men’s Physique Masters Open and earning two bronze medals in fitness and the seniors up to 170 cm category. Julio Sinclair added to Guyana’s success with a gold in the Men’s Bodybuilding over 90 kg.
Delrae Mclean claimed bronze in the Men’s Bodybuilding Masters 40-49 years class and silver in the seniors up to 75 kg. Overseas-based athlete Rawle Greene took silver and bronze in the men’s bodybuilding seniors up to 85 kg and the masters class.
Guyana’s medal haul continued with Anthony Bayley, who won gold in the Men’s Junior Physique, and Christina Ramsammy, who secured two silver medals in the Bikini Masters over 35 and Women’s over 35 Bodybuilding categories. Angelica Barroncas earned silver in the Wellness Masters over 35.
Additional medalists included Jamal Pollydore, Joel Caldeira, Orlanzo Valenzuela, Kadeem Bowen, and Christopher Anthony, rounding off a dominant performance by the host nation at the CAC Bodybuilding Championships.
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