Players Shine at the 2026 Inter-District Primary Schools Table Tennis Championships

The 2026 Inter-District Primary Schools Table Tennis Championships concluded with a bang after two days of exhilarating matches held on January 26 and 28 at the Castries Table Tennis Centre, Vide Bouteille. 

A total of nine titles were contested, showcasing the incredible talent of Saint Lucia’s young athletes.

This event was made possible through the collaboration of the Ministry of Education, Youth Development, Sports, and Digital Transformation, alongside the Saint Lucia National Table Tennis Association (SLNTTA).

Team Events: 

Boys Team: District 1 continued their unbeaten streak since 2014, featuring players Reuben Harris, Axel George, Leon Nunez, and Kaylan Antoine. District 6 finished in second place, District 8 finished in third.

Girls Team: District 6 dominated, winning all matches 3–0 with an impressive team of Jeannie Williams, Aaliyah Emmanuel, Jainel Joseph, and Kahlaylah Maximin. District 4 and District 2 secured second and third places, respectively.

Doubles Results: 

Boys: 1. District 1 – Harris/George

District 6 – Khadoo/Jn Charles
3. District 8 – Wilson/Deterville
3. District 6 – Constable/Taylor.

Girls: 1. District 4 – Montoute/Edward

District 2 – Wells/Francis
3. (Tied) District 6 – Williams/Emmanuel and Joseph/Maximin.

Mixed:

Final: District 1 – George/Philogen defeated Harris/Joseph.

3rd Place: District 2 – Francis/Alcee, District 6 – Khadoo/Williams

Singles Finals: 

Girls: Jeannie Williams (District 6) triumphed over Aaliyah Emmanuel (District 6).

3rd Place: Wells (District 2) and Montoute (District 4).

Boys: Reuben Harris (District 1) claimed his third consecutive title against Axel George (District 1)

3rd Place: Nunez (District 1) and Deterville (District 6)

Most Valuable Players (MVPs): 

Boys: Reuben Harris (District 1), undefeated with an impressive record of 8–0. He secured titles in Team, Singles, and Doubles, and was a mixed doubles runner-up.

Girls: Jeannie Williams (District 6), also undefeated with a record of 8–0, clinched titles in Team, Singles, and Doubles, while finishing third in Mixed Doubles.

Tournament coordinator Chris Wells expressed gratitude to the Ministry, the SLNTTA, and all tournament officials and volunteers for their contributions to the event’s success.

Wells said the equal participation of boys and girls in all events, highlighting the growth of table tennis at the grassroots level. The skill and competitiveness displayed during the championships indicate a bright future for the sport in Saint Lucia.