Three Virgin Islands athletes, Mikaela Smith, Malique Smith, and Omar Simpson, continued their international competition tour in Canada with determined performances at the Johnny Loaring Classic WACT Bronze Meet on June 7.
Middle‑distance standout Mikaela Smith delivered a solid effort in a competitive 800m field, placing 9th with a time of 2:12.75. The race provided valuable race‑pace sharpening as she continues to build toward peak form for the national championships.
In the men’s 400m hurdles, Malique Smith placed 4th in Heat 1, finishing in 53.91. His performance showed continued progression following his earlier race in Guelph, reinforcing his readiness for championship‑level competition later this month.
Sprinter Omar Simpson delivered the highlight of the day for Team ISV, powering to a personal best of 20.96 to finish 3rd in Heat 2 of the men’s 200m. The sub‑21 breakthrough marks a major milestone in Simpson’s season and positions him as a strong contender heading into the national championships.
Following their Canadian competitions, Mikaela Smith, Malique Smith, and Omar Simpson will travel back to the Virgin Islands to compete in the Adrian Durant VI National Championships on June 20, at the St. Croix Educational Complex Track & Field Facility.
