St. Croix Track Club Earns 11 Medals in Puerto Rico

Nine Virgin Islanders proudly represented the St. Croix Track Club at the Association of Youth/Junior Athletics League Championship Finals for the 14–19 age divisions. The event, hosted at the Ana G. Méndez University–Gurabo Campus, featured more than 60 clubs and approximately 1,500 athletes who advanced from four qualifying meets. Medals were awarded to the top three finishers in each event.

The St. Croix Track Club delegation in Puerto Rico. (Submitted photo)

The St. Croix Track Club delegation delivered an impressive performance, earning two gold medals, five silver, and four bronze. Points were awarded for the first eighth places. The team finished 13th overall—a remarkable achievement for one of the smallest clubs in attendance.

The standout performer of the meet was Faith Eatmon in the Girls 14–15 division. She captured gold in the 400m with a personal‑best 59.71 seconds, and secured silver in the 200m with a time of 26.36 seconds. All finalists contributed valuable points despite challenging negative wind conditions throughout the competition.

Individual Results

18-19 Girls–Jahlaya George – 1st in Javelin – 15.10meters(m), 7th in Shot Put—7.38m

14-15 Girls–Charlise Morris 2nd in 100m—13.30sec, 3rd in the 200m –26.78sec. in a personal‑best

16-17 Boys–Juvante Hurst – 2nd in 400m—51.27sec., 5th in 100m—11.78

18-19 Boys–Rajon Charies – 2nd in 100m—11.42sec., 6th in 200m—23.07sec

16-17 Boys–Jah’Quan Creque – 2nd in 100m—11.44sec.

18-19 Boys–Yahraya Doctrine –3rd in 100m—11.48sec.

18-19 Boys–Kahlan Beaupierre – 3rd in Javelin—37m, 5th in Shot Put—9.70m

18-19 Girls–Sarai Gomez – 7th in 100m—13.93sec.

The AAJI League continues to provide meaningful competitive opportunities and exposure for developing youth athletes across the region. The St. Croix Track Club remains committed to nurturing young talent and building momentum toward future regional and international competitions.

The St. Croix Track Club extends sincere appreciation to the VI Lottery, Annaly Farms, Ocean Point Terminals, and all supporters who help empower our youth through sport.