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IN HONOUR OF SIR CHARLES GRIFFITH

The long awaited unveiling of the statue in honour of the former fiery right arm fast bowler for Barbados and West Indies Sir Charles Griffith took place yesterday evening, March 26th outside the mecca of cricket, Kensington Oval.

Before the audience which included Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, Chief Justice Sir Patterson Cheltenham, former Chief Justice David Simmons, Cameron Cammie Smith, former West Indian cricketer, Sir Wes Hall, former West Indian fast bowler Joel Garner, Minister of Sports Charles Griffith and leader of the opposition Ralph Thorne, Sir Charles shared what he considered to be the key to his success, hard work. He said ‘I am an ordinary boy from St. Lucy but because of hard work and diligence I was able to achieve my dreams’. He thanked his parents and praised his headmaster at St Clements Boys school, the late Ignatius Byer who played a role in his development as a cricketer when he was a student.

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley speaking at the ceremony, where the statute of National Hero Sir Garfield Sobers is also located, revealed that ‘what we are seeing here is only just the beginning’. The statutes, she said will forever stand as an inspiration for all of us.

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and Sir Charles, unveiled to the expectant audience the statue which is a tribute to Sir Charles’ contribution to West Indies cricket and to the development of business in Barbados.

Anthony ‘Gabby Carter’ performing ‘Emmerton”

A plaque marking the occasion was also unveiled by Kemar Roach and Sir Wes Hall.

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RUBIS donation boosts the Barbados Carifta swim team

The Barbados Swim Team attending the recently held Carifta Aquatics Championships received a boost from TeamRUBIS through a donation of $2,000, made to the Barbados Aquatic Sports Association (BASA) towards the cost of swimsuits.

The Championships were held from March 28 to April 7, 2024, at the Betty Kelly Kenning Swimming Complex in the Bahamas. The 23-member Barbados team captured 37 medals, including 15 gold, 15 silver, and seven bronze, tallying 486.50 points. This creditable performance earned them an impressive fifth place.

BASA President Robert O. Armstrong expressed appreciation to RUBIS, noting that the Carifta Championships was an important milestone in the development of local aquatic athletes.

“The Carifta Swimming Championships is the premier regional age group swimming event where our next generation of swimmers can showcase their ability and skill set alongside similar talents from neighbouring islands. Participation in the games is a significant milestone in the development of our swimmers, who hope to make their mark in the region before moving on to the next level of competitive swimming, whether collegiate or international.”

Andrea Gooding, Marketing Manager, RUBIS, said: “We were pleased to support these outstanding young swimmers at such a pivotal point in their development, and even more delighted to see how well they competed, earning almost 40 medals, including 15 gold. We congratulate them and celebrate their success, and we look forward to seeing them go from strength to strength in the future.” (PR)

Caption: Some members of the 2024 Carifta Swim Team in the photo from left are Heidi Stoute, Isabella Mayers, Kenyah Deane, Matthew Lashley, Jada Pounder, Victor Ashby, Toria Alleyne, Kaitlin Balgobin, Kay Chandler (Team Manager), and Brendan Gill with Gregory Brathwaite, RUBIS Account Executive, LPG (centre).

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GRAND FINALE OF THE NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES THIS WEEKEND

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Ramona Morgan Reigns Supreme at Roger Boyce World Cup

Barbadian athlete Ramona Morgan stole the show at the IFBB Elite Pro Roger Boyce World Cup, held on the sun-drenched island. The roar of the home crowd erupted as Morgan took center stage in the Women’s Body Fitness category.

Judges in this category seek a balance of muscularity, symmetry, definition, and femininity with a focus on a healthy and fit physique. Morgan’s captivating display, featuring tight lines and a toned body, earned her a coveted first call-out alongside Tamara Feuglistaler (Switzerland) and Blanca Centurion (Paraguay) during the semi-finals. Ultimately, Morgan’s impressive package secured her the top spot, with Centurion and Feuglistaler following in second and third place respectively.

The competition was fierce, with athletes from Italy, Bahamas, Mexico, and Venezuela showcasing their sculpted physiques in the Body Fitness category, pushing Morgan to deliver her best performance. Other Barbadian competitors, Kara-Lyn Belle, Dionne Thompson, and Rashida Belgrave, also impressed with their stage presence in the semi-finals.