The first Kreyol Basketball Championship concluded with an exciting final on August 25 at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex in Dominica. The tournament featured the Wadadli Elite Stingerz from Antigua, who triumphed over the D-Treads Blazers from Dominica in a match that showcased exceptional regional basketball talent.
Held from August 22-25, the championship gathered six elite teams from the Caribbean, marking a significant milestone in the region’s sports history. Over the course of four days, basketball enthusiasts enjoyed dynamic games, remarkable athletic performances, and a celebration of the sport’s increasing popularity in the area.
Championship Highlights:
– Opening Day –August 22: The tournament commenced with two competitive games. The Wadadli Elite Stingerz achieved their first victory against the Dr Darroux PSC Falcons 1, winning 75-63. In another close match, the D-Treads Blazers narrowly defeated the Soufriere Kings with a score of 69-68.
– Day Two –August 23: The Wadadli Elite Stingerz maintained their momentum, overcoming the Paix Bouche Super Eagles 80-66. GGB from Guadeloupe also secured a win against the Soufriere Kings, finishing 75-65.
– Day Three – August 24: The D-Treads Blazers demonstrated their strength with a 70-64 victory over GGB, earning a spot in the final.
– Final Day – August 25: The championship day began with the third-place match, where GGB defeated the Dr. Darroux PSC Falcons 1 by a score of 88-80. The championship final saw the Wadadli Elite Stingerz dominate the D-Treads Blazers, winning decisively with a score of 88-61 to claim the 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 Kreyol Basketball Championship aims to highlight the vibrant sports culture in the Caribbean and lay a strong foundation for future events that will continue to engage and inspire basketball fans throughout the region.
