Francois Falcons Clinch Coveted Title at SALCC Athletics Meet

The Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC) Inter-House Athletics Championships this year was truly a celebration filled with joy for the enthusiastic athletes participating in the event.

Marking 40 years of excellence, the Championships took place at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground (DSCG) in Beausejour, Gros Islet , last Friday.

Ultimately, it was the Francois Falcons who soared to victory, securing the coveted title with a total of 475 points. The team is named after Hunter J. Francois, Saint Lucia’s first Minister for Education and a visionary behind the establishment of SALCC.

Close behind, the Thomas Tigers claimed second place with 472 points, just three points shy of the winners. This team is named in honor of Sir Lenton Thomas, the musical composer of the Saint Lucia National Anthem and the first Principal of SALCC.

The Walcott Wolves finished third, amassing 433 points. This house is named after Sir Derek Walcott, Saint Lucia’s Nobel Laureate for Literature, revered as one of the Caribbean Community’s greatest poets, playwrights, and theatrical directors.

The Lewis Lions secured fourth place with 401 points, named after Sir Arthur Lewis, Saint Lucia’s first Nobel Laureate and recipient of the Nobel Prize in Economics.

Students competed across Year 1 and Year 2 categories for both male and female athletes in a thrilling lineup of events, including the symbolic 40 meters race in celebration of SALCC’s 40th Anniversary, along with 100m, 150m, 200m, 300m, 400m, 800m, and 1500m races.

Highlights of the day included the electrifying 4x100m and 4x400m relay races, culminating in a spirited cheer-leading competition that energized the crowd.