Saint Lucia Claims Victory Over St. Vincent

at ECVA U23 Championship

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – November 12, 2025 – In a stellar performance, Saint Lucia swept St. Vincent 3-0 (25-17, 26-24, 25-12) during the 2025 ECVA U23 Men’s Championship held at the YMCA in St. John’s, Antigua. This victory puts Saint Lucia firmly on track to dominate the tournament, showcasing their potential as strong contenders for the championship title.

Saint Lucia had a strategic edge throughout the match, leading with 30-28 in attacks, 2-1 in blocks, and demonstrating impressive serving with a 10-3 advantage in service points. However, both teams faced challenges, as Saint Lucia committed 34 errors compared to St. Vincent's 21.

Outside Hitter Daniel Mayers-James stood out for Saint Lucia, leading the team with 12 points, while fellow Outside Hitter Giovanni Francois contributed 10 points. For St. Vincent, Captain Damari Frederick was a key player, earning 16 points, supported by Opposite Tayon Burgin, who added 6 points to the scoreboard.

Levi Leonce, Head Coach for Saint Lucia, expressed his insights following the match: “This win was informative; it showed us our strengths and weaknesses. We executed our game plan and maintained a steady presence behind the service line, which dictated the pace of our game. While there are a few areas we need to improve, I believe we can expect a delightful tournament if we continue this performance.”

As Saint Lucia looks to maintain their momentum and dominate their upcoming matches, St. Vincent aims to capitalize on the lessons learned from this game. They will be seeking opportunities for victory in future matches as they refine their tactics and build on their performance.

Both teams will look to the next rounds of competition, with Saint Lucia aiming for continued success and St. Vincent eager to rise and reclaim their competitive edge.