VFCSS Crowned Under-19 Schools Netball Champions

VFCSS - U 19 Netball Champions [Photo credit :MYDS] — VFCSS – U 19 Netball Champions [Photo credit :MYDS]

Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School (VFCSS) claimed the title of Under-19 Inter-Schools netball champions by defeating Micoud Secondary School(MSS) in a thrilling final held on Friday, November 14, at the Beausejour Indoor Facility.

Organized by the Ministry of Youth Development and Sports, this event showcased some of the best young talent from across the island.

In the final match, Micoud Secondary struggled to cope with the imposing physical presence of VFCSS, particularly their Goal Shoot, Goal Attack, and Goal Defense. Despite their efforts, Micoud found it challenging to maintain rhythm and composure against their opponents, resulting in a fierce but ultimately unsuccessful battle.

VFCSS secured a narrow yet definitive victory with a score of 31-30. The quarter scores reflected the intensity of the contest: 7-5, 13-11, 24-19, and 31-30.

For VFCSS, Goal Shoot Deriscia Mitchell was exceptional, successfully converting 22 of her 26 attempts, while Goal Attack Neriah Charlery contributed significantly, netting nine out of 14 attempts.
For Micoud Secondary, Goal Shoot Mekeige Joseph managed to score 18 from 29 attempts, and Goal Attack Clarise Nervais added 12 from 20 attempts.

In the competition for third place, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC) triumphed over Soufriere Comprehensive Secondary School with a score of 28-25.

The quarter scores were 9-3, 16-8, 23-15, and 28-25, showcasing SALCC’s early domination and Soufriere’s valiant late push.

Micoud Secondary School - U19 Netball competition finalists — Micoud Secondary School – U19 Netball competition finalists

Despite their efforts, Soufriere fell short, as SALCC held their ground to secure the third-place finish.

This competition highlighted the outstanding depth of talent in Saint Lucia’s schools, with VFCSS demonstrating exceptional resilience and shooting accuracy to earn the championship crown, while SALCC secured their well-deserved podium finish through balanced team performance.

At the post-match awards presentation, the MVP players from each team were recognized:

– Beanefield Comprehensive – Yohanna Magloire
– Babonneau Secondary – Amir Jn. Marie
– Castries Comprehensive Secondary – Hailey Thomas
– Choiseul Secondary – Malia Isidore
– Entrepot Secondary – Andrea Wallis
– Micoud Secondary – Kiehanna St. Juste
– Sir Ira Simmons Secondary – Catricia Esnard
– Soufriere Comprehensive Secondary – Rhea Jn.Phillip
– Saint Lucia Sports Academy – Aria Andrew
– Sir Arthur Lewis Community College – Dala Dupres
– Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary – Hayla Samuel

Individual Awards included:

– Most Accurate Shooter of the Tournament: Keley Monlouis, Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, scored 50 from 63 attempts (79%)
– Best Attacking Player of the Final: Neriah Charlery
– VFCSS – Most Defensive Player of the Final: Hayla Samuel
– VFCSS – Best Centre Court Player of the Final: Kiehanna St. Juste – Micoud Secondary