The Saint Lucia Athletic Association (SLAA) recently held its annual awards ceremony under the theme “Beyond the Finish Line: Overcoming Challenges, Celebrating Triumphs.”
The event took place at the Financial Administrative Centre, Point Seraphine, and was attended by various dignitaries including the President of the SLAA, Brendaline Descartes, Minister for Youth Development and Sports, Kenson Casimir, Taiwan’s Ambassador, His Excellency Peter Chia-yen Chin, among others.
During the ceremony, several athletes were honoured for their outstanding performances during the 2023 season.
Reigning Senior Sportswoman of the Year, Julien Alfred, and record holder in the men’s 400 meters, Michael Joseph, were among the athletes recognized. Additionally, four other athletes received prestigious awards, namely: Ricardo Mann and Jady Emmanuel were awarded the Juvenile Male and Female awards, respectively; while Carifta medalists, Denzil Phillips and Naomi London, took home the Junior Male and Female awards.
Several other awards were presented, including the Athletes Recognition for representation at Regional and International Championships, Club Recognition, Coach of the Year- Cuthbert Modeste, Technical Official of the Year – Patrick Mathurin, Administrator of the Year- Dora Henry, Unsung Administrator- Cornelius Breen, Long Service Award- Shirley-Ann Lubin, Special Achievement Award- Levern Spencer, and Recognition of Sponsors.