Williams-Bailey and Taylor Clinched Gold

SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 19, 2025 – Nkoya Williams-Bailey and Aaron Taylor clinched the men’s gold medal at the inaugural CAZOVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship held at Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands. They pulled off a gritty comeback in the final against Cayman’s Stephen Watson and Dylan Lynee—dropping the first set but rallying to win the second, and ultimately taking the match 2-1 (19-21, 21-13, 15-0) after an injury forced their opponents to withdraw.

Their victory not only earned them the top podium spot but also secured qualification for the NORCECA U21 World Championship Qualifier in Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic. A huge step forward for youth beach volleyball in Barbados!

Layne and Rayside take Silver Medal

SEVEN MILE BEACH, Cayman Islands, June 19, 2025 – Destiny Layne and Sierra Rayside battled their way to a silver medal at the inaugural CAZOVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship in the Cayman Islands, falling just short in a thrilling three-set final against the home team of Brianna Delapenha and Luna Ebanks (21-10, 14-21, 15-9).

Their runner-up finish not only earned them a spot on the podium but also secured qualification for the NORCECA U21 Championship, a major step forward in their beach volleyball journey.

Foundation United Maintain Lead

Thursday, June 12, 2025 – Wow Foundation United continued their march towards the men’s division two crown with a straight sets win over the visiting Advent Ballers on Thursday night at Parish Land, Christ Church.

With 6’ 4” Rashawn Alleyne leading the way, Foundation took the match 25-18, 27-25, 25-19. Former Barbados player Rene Archer provided a positive resistance for Advent.

Earlier Foundation’s division three men’s team squandered a first set victory over Vintage Volliers to lose 25-20, 17-25, 10-15. Simba Alleyne spiking earned the first set for Foundation.

However, inconsistent play all around and smart volleyball by the experienced Vintage, particularly great serving by Raymond Layne, destroyed Foundation’s passing and attacking game.

Carlton scored a surprise victory

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – Phoenix Security Services Carlton delivered a straight-sets victory over the visiting UWI Blackbirds, while Blazers staged a dramatic comeback to topple second-placed Club United.

At Carlton’s home court, the hosts secured their fourth win of the season with a 25-20, 25-15 triumph. Towering at 6’3”, Charity Cumberbatch was a force at the net, leading Carlton’s attack with powerful spikes and crucial blocks. Despite a strong counter from UWI’s Anna Elgin, who fought hard to keep her team in contention, Carlton’s cohesive play proved too much for the Blackbirds.

Earlier in the evening, Blazers delivered one of the most electrifying turnarounds of the season. Trailing 17-23 in the first set against Club United, Blazers refused to back down, clawing their way back to snatch the set 26-24. The momentum carried into the second set, where they overwhelmed Club United 25-15, sealing a statement victory.

Champs Deacons cool Blazers

Thursday, June 5, 2025 – Defending division two men’s champions KFC Deacons maintained their bid to retain their title when they held off a spirited challenge from Blazers on their home court.

It took a special attacking game from Korey Webster for Deacons to take the battle, which lasted over two hours, 25-11, 24-26, 25-21, 23-25, 15-11. Remarkably, Blazers averted game and match point from 4-14 to reach 11 before losing the decider.

Seth Jervier held his serve as Blazers defended stoutly and counter-attacked to press Deacons when the game seemed to be over. The fire from Webster and the inconsistency from Blazers denied them that possible upset.

Earlier, Blazers edged Deacons in a Division Three men’s game 23-25, 25-18, 15-13.

Carlton Dominates on Home Court

Thursday, June 5, 2025 – Phoenix Security Services Carlton treated their fans to an evening of action as they secured back-to-back victories in division two and three matchups.

In the opening match, Carlton’s division two women defeated the visiting Ifill School Police in straight sets, 25-14, 25-21.

Following the women’s triumph, Carlton’s division three men took to the court and defeated Apex 25-21, 25-13.