August 26, 2024 – Roseau, Dominica – The inaugural Kreyol Basketball Championship concluded with a spectacular finale on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex in Dominica. The championship saw the Wadadli Elite Stingerz from Antigua emerge victorious, defeating Dominica’s D-Treads Blazers in a thrilling final that highlighted the best of regional basketball talent.
Running from August 22 to August 25, 2024, the Kreyol Basketball Championship brought together six top-tier teams from across the Caribbean, marking a historic moment in regional sports. Over four days, basketball fans were treated to high-energy matchups, impressive athleticism, and a celebration of the sport’s growing popularity in the region.
Championship Highlights:
- Opening Day – August 22, 2024: The championship kicked off with two intense matchups. The Wadadli Elite Stingerz secured their first win against the Dr. Darroux PSC Falcons 1 with a score of 75-63. Meanwhile, the D-Treads Blazers edged out the Soufriere Kings in a nail-biting finish, 69-68.
- Day Two – August 23, 2024: The Wadadli Elite Stingerz continued their winning streak, defeating the Paix Bouche Super Eagles 80-66. GGB from Guadeloupe also emerged victorious, winning against the Soufriere Kings 75-65.
- Day Three – August 24, 2024: D-Treads Blazers showcased their dominance with a 70-64 win over GGB, securing their place in the final.
- Final Day – August 25, 2024: The championship day began with the 3rd Place Game, where GGB defeated Dr. Darroux PSC Falcons 1 with a score of 88-80. The grand finale saw the Wadadli Elite Stingerz overpower the D-Treads Blazers with a decisive 88-61 victory to claim the championship title.
Championship Awards:
- Champions: Wadadli Elite Stingerz (Antigua)
- 2nd Place: D-Treads Blazers (Dominica)
- 3rd Place: GGB (Guadeloupe)
- Most Valuable Player (MVP): T-Shawn Lewis (Wadadli Elite Stingerz- Antigua)
- Top Scorer: T-Shawn Lewis (Wadadli Elite Stingerz- Antigua)
- Coach of the Tournament: Byron Andrew (Wadadli Elite Stingerz- Antigua)
All-Tournament Team:
- T-Shawn Lewis (Wadadli Elite Stingerz- Antigua)
- Lester Langlais (D-Treads Blazers- Dominica)
- Theo Santoro (GGB- Guadeloupe)
- Kijuan Thomas (Dr. Darroux PSC Falcons 1-Dominica)
- Jayzee Saltibus (Soufriere Kings- St. Lucia)
- Most 3-Pointers: Lester Langlais (D-Treads Blazers- Dominica)
The success of the Kreyol Basketball Championship underscores the vibrant sports culture within the Caribbean and sets a promising foundation for future events that will continue to engage and inspire basketball enthusiasts across the region.
The Kreyol Basketball Championship has set a new benchmark for regional basketball tournaments, showcasing the potential for sports to unite and uplift communities across the Caribbean.
Congratulations to the Wadadli Elite Stingerz (Antigua) for their outstanding performance and to all participating teams for making the inaugural Kreyol Basketball Championship a resounding success.
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