St Vincent and the Grenadines reveals their 2024 Carifta team

An 18-member squad has been chosen to represent St Vincent and the Grenadines at the 2024 Carifta Games in Grenada. The team consists of athletes from the under-17 and under-20 age groups, including Jeremy Martin, Damari Roberts, and Christian Joseph for the boys, and Kesian John, Shykemia Francis, Thyra Charles, and Toccara Barbour for the girls. The team will be led by Chief of Mission Jacintha Ballantyne, along with coaches Michael Ollivierre and Wildanrick Samuel. The Carifta Games are scheduled to take place from March 30 to April 1 at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium.

The selected squad for the 2024 Carifta Games includes promising young athletes from St Vincent and the Grenadines who will compete in various track and field events. Athletes like Jahda Greaves, Jahieme Williams, and Zichri Hepburn will represent the under-17 boys’ team, while names like Keo Davis, Jamaar Saunders, and AJ Delphesche are included in the under-20 boys’ team. On the girls’ side, talents like Kesian John, Shykemia Francis, and Thyra Charles will be aiming to make a mark in their respective events. The team will have dedicated leadership in the form of Chief of Mission Jacintha Ballantyne and experienced coaches Michael Ollivierre and Wildanrick Samuel.

The 2024 Carifta Games will serve as a platform for young athletes to showcase their talents and compete against peers from other Caribbean countries. The event is a prestigious one in the region and provides a valuable opportunity for athletes to gain international exposure and experience. With the guidance and support of their coaches and team leaders, the St Vincent and the Grenadines squad will be looking to put up strong performances and make their country proud. The athletes will have the chance to test their skills and abilities in a competitive environment, which can aid in their overall development and growth in the sport.

The Carifta Games have a rich history of showcasing top talent in track and field, with many athletes using the event as a stepping stone towards higher levels of competition. For the selected squad from St Vincent and the Grenadines, the Games will present a chance to measure themselves against some of the best young athletes in the region. Success at the Carifta Games can open doors to further opportunities and recognition for the athletes, and a strong showing from the team can also help raise the profile of athletics in their country. As they prepare to represent their nation on the regional stage, the athletes will be looking to make the most of this important opportunity and leave a lasting impression.

With a talented and motivated team selected to represent St Vincent and the Grenadines at the 2024 Carifta Games, expectations are high for a strong showing from the squad. The athletes have been preparing rigorously for the competition, honing their skills and fitness under the guidance of their coaches. As they gear up to compete at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in Grenada, the team will be aiming to deliver their best performances and achieve success in their respective events. With the support of their coaches, team leaders, and the entire nation behind them, the athletes from St Vincent and the Grenadines will be looking to make a mark at the prestigious Carifta Games and showcase their talent on the regional stage.