The Saint Lucia Aquatics Federation (SLAF) hosted its prestigious 2023 and 2024 SLAF Awards, celebrating the achievements of swimmers, coaches, administrators, and volunteers who have contributed to the growth of the sport in Saint Lucia.
Recognizing Team Spirit and Leadership
The Team Player of the Year award honored swimmers who demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and support within their clubs. Each club nominated individuals who exemplified sportsmanship and camaraderie in and out of the pool.
2023 Team Players of the Year:
Lightning Aquatics – Naekeisha Louis & Ethan Hazell
Seajays – Caitlin Polius & James Sylvester
Sharks – Tyler Frederick & Allysia Alfred
SFF – Maliyah Henry & David Jn Pierre
2024 Team Players of the Year:
Lightning Aquatics – Naekeisha Louis & Ethan Hazell
Seajays – Caitlin Polius & Noah Dorville
Sharks – Nyeem Rosemond & Leila Du Boulay
RHAC – Nevilya Edward & Quayle Alfred
SFF – David Jn Pierre & Allysia Alfred
Top Performers in Junior and Senior Swimming
The SLAF also recognized the Junior and Senior Swimmers of the Year, celebrating athletes who have excelled in local, regional, and international competitions.
Junior Swimmers of the Year:
2023 & 2024 Male: Antoine Destang
2023 & 2024 Female: Fayth Jeffrey
Senior Swimmers of the Year:
2023 & 2024 Male: Jayhan Odlum-Smith
2023 Female: Mikaili Charlemagne
2024 Female: Naekeisha Louis
Celebrating Clubs, Coaches, and Contributors
The event also honored those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to develop Saint Lucia’s swimming programs.
Club of the Year:
2023: Seajays Swim Club
2024: Seajays Swim Club (back-to-back winners)
Club Administrator of the Year:
2023 & 2024: Sabby Hazell
Pat Charles Award (Outstanding Contribution to Swimming):
2023: Paula James2024: Jean Mederick
Volunteer of the Year:
2023: Esther Blanchard
2024: Joanna Mills-Felicien
Technical Official of the Year:
2023: Yasmin Tyson
2024: Ronald Charles
Most Improved Swimmers of the Year:
2023: Fayth Lubrun, Liam Felicien, Jayden Xu, Sapphire Parks, Michael Romero, Jaime Devaux, Quayle Alfred, Kayle Rose Richard, Rielle Joseph, David Jn Pierre
2024: Amara Reece, Jayce Daniel, Jayden Xu, Maya Andrew, Tyler Dantes, Emma Fortune, Quayle Alfred, Kayle Rose Richard, Elise Prosper, David Jn Pierre
Coach of the Year:
2023: Brian Charles
2024: Peter James
A Night of Celebration and Inspiration
The 2025 SLAF Awards not only recognized outstanding individual and team performances but also highlighted the continued growth of Saint Lucia’s aquatics program. Special congratulations were extended to Seajays Swim Club, which secured the Club of the Year title for a second consecutive year.
The SLAF commended all nominees and awardees for their hard work and dedication to the sport. With ongoing support from athletes, coaches, parents, and stakeholders, Saint Lucia’s swimming community is set for another year of success in 2025 and beyond.