The 52nd CARIFTA Track & Field Championships, are taking place at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago from April 19 to April 21.
Results for Day 1 of the CARIFTA Games. April 19.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Faith Eatmon showcased her determination and speed at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, competing in the Under-17 female 400m event. Despite the challenges of high-level competition, Eatmon delivered a personal best time of 1:00.07, demonstrating her growth and potential in the sport.
However, in a heartbreaking turn of events, Eatmon was disqualified after stepping on the inside line during the first curve of the race. While the rules of track and field are strict regarding lane violations, her performance remains a testament to her dedication and ability to push her limits.
Although the result was disappointing, Eatmon’s achievement in setting a new personal record highlights her progress and resilience. Every race is a learning experience, and this setback will undoubtedly fuel her drive for future competitions. With her talent and determination, she is poised to come back stronger in upcoming events.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Micah Dominique put forth a determined effort in the Under-17 male 400m at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago. Competing against some of the region’s best young sprinters, Dominique finished 6th in his semi-final, clocking a time of 52.79 seconds. Despite his strong performance, he did not advance to the final.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Juvante Hurst took to the track at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, competing in the Under-17 male 400m event. Facing stiff competition from some of the Caribbean’s top young sprinters, Hurst finished 7th in his semi-final, recording a time of 54.47 seconds.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Aminah Prasad put forth a determined effort in the Under-17 female 100m at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago. Competing against some of the Caribbean’s fastest young sprinters, Prasad finished 7th in her semi-final, recording a personal best time of 13.11 seconds. While she did not advance to the final, her performance marked an important milestone in her athletic journey.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Charlise Morris took to the track at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, competing in the Under-17 female 100m event. Facing tough competition from some of the Caribbean’s fastest young sprinters, Morris finished 8th in her semi-final, recording a time of 13.32 seconds.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Kennedy Coggins stepped onto the track at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, competing in the Under-17 male 100m event. Coggins finished 7th in his semi-final, recording a time of 11.78 seconds.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Jah’Quan Creque took to the track at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago, competing in the Under-17 male 100m event. Facing stiff competition from some of the Caribbean’s fastest young sprinters, Creque finished 6th in his semi-final, recording a time of 11.46 seconds.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Kemori Francis delivered an excellent performance in the Under-17 male 1500m at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago. Competing against some of the region’s strongest middle-distance runners, Francis finished 8th in the final, setting a personal best time of 5:26.60.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Nathan Langley took on the challenge of the Under-20 male 1500m at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago. Facing a competitive field of middle-distance runners, Langley finished 14th in the final, recording a time of 5:25.04.
Virgin Islands track and field athlete Ayden Cintron took on the challenge of the Under-20 male 1500m at the 52nd CARIFTA Games in Trinidad and Tobago. Facing a competitive field of middle-distance runners, Cintron finished 15th in the final, recording a time of 5:32.10.
The VI Track and Field athletes competing on the second day, Sunday April 20 are as follows:
The Morning Session
Michelle Smith – Female Under 20 – 400m Hurdles at 10:05 am – Semi-Final 1, Lane 5
Aminah Prasad – Female Under 17 – 200m at 11:46 am – Semi-Final 1, Lane 1
Charlise Morris – Female Under 17 – 200m at 12:00 am – Semi-Final 1, Lane 1
Jah’Quan Creque – Male Under 17 – 200m at 12:14 am – Semi-Final 2, Lane 8
Kennedy Coggins – Male Under 17 – 200m at 12:28 am – Semi-Final 4, Lane 3
Sofia Swindell – Female Under 20 – 200m at 12:42 pm – Semi-Final 2, Lane 7
The Afternoon Session:
Female Under 17 – 4x100m Relay at 4:15 pm – Semi-Final
Male Under 17 – 4x100m Relay at 4:35 pm – Semi-Final
Safiya Prasad – Female Under 17 – 800m at 5:33 pm – Semi-Final 1
Kemori Francis – Male Under 17 – 800m semi-final at 5:57 pm
Juvante Hurst – Male Under 17 – 800m semi-final at 5:57 pm
Nathan Langley – Male Under 20 – 800m semi-final at 6:21 pm
Safiya Prasad – Female Under 17 – 400m Hurdles Final at 6:55 pm
Michelle Smith – Female Under 20 – 400m Hurdles Final at 7:03 pm
Isaiah Benjamin – Male Under 20 – High Jump final at 7:30 pm
And the finals of the 4x100m Relay
