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Deacons Dominate as Warrens Show Grit

Monday, March 17, 2025 – Former queens KFC Deacons maintained their serious bid to clinch the division one volleyball league title when the action continued at the Wildey Gymnasium.

Leading the charge for Deacons was their dynamic duo, middle attacker Danielle Duncan and Barbados national player Dessani Waithe. Their synergy and relentless attacks proved too much for Chargers, as Deacons cruised to a convincing win with scores of 25-21, 25-19, and 25-18. With their eyes set firmly on reclaiming the league title, Deacons are sending a clear message: they mean business.

The evening also saw a thrilling showdown between Warrens and Hill Road. Warrens found themselves on the back foot early, dropping the opening set 22-25. However, they roared back to take the next three sets (25-15, 25-19, 25-15).

Blackbirds and Warrens Close the Gap

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 – Reigning champions, UWI Blackbirds, and the formidable Warrens showcased their prowess, inching closer to the leaders, KFC Deacons, with hard-fought victories as the Women’s Division One League continued at The Wildey Gymnasium.

The UWI Blackbirds soared to triumph over the Chargers in an intense four-set battle halting them 25-18, 27-29, 25-16, 25-22. Despite a second-set scare that went to 29-27 in favour of the Chargers, the Blackbirds remained unfazed. They took control in the third set, winning 25-16, and sealed the match with a 25-22 clincher. Their dominance on the court was a reminder of why they held the championship title.

Meanwhile, Warrens delivered a nail-biting performance and edged Burger King Clapham Toners 22-25, 25-18, 25-22, 22-25, 15-11. The five-set marathon was filled with twists and turns. After losing the opening set 22-25, Warrens rallied to secure the second and third sets 25-18 and 25-22, respectively. Clapham Toners fought back valiantly in the fourth set, but Warrens dug deep in the deciding fifth set, emerging victorious with a 15-11 scoreline.

Deacons Men Rally to Overcome Shock Set Loss

Monday, March 10, 2025 – In an electrifying volleyball clash at the Wildey Gymnasium, defending men’s champions Deacons faced an unexpected challenge from Ifill School Police. The match began with a shocking first-set loss for Deacons, as Ifill School Police clinched the set 25-23. However, Deacons quickly regrouped, showcasing their championship pedigree by taking the next three sets convincingly with scores of 25-16, 25-15, and 25-18.

In another matchup, Chargers wasted no time in asserting their dominance over Club United. The Chargers delivered a commanding performance, securing a straight-sets victory with scores of 25-22, 25-19, and an impressive 25-8 in the final set.

UWI Blackbirds Soar Closer to Division One Title

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 – The UWI Blackbirds’ determination to claim the Barbados Volleyball Association’s division one title remains unyielding as they secured a decisive victory against Burger King Clapham Toners when the league continued at the Wildey Gymnasium.

In a commanding performance, the Blackbirds dominated the court, securing straight sets with scores of 25-10, 25-18, and 25-20. The match showcased the team’s skill, strategy, and relentless pursuit of victory as they inch closer to the coveted top spot.

In another fixture, the contest between Chargers and Hill Road fell short of expectations, as Chargers effortlessly claimed victory with scores of 25-18, 25-12, and 25-12.

Foundation United and Warrens secure victories

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 – Newly promoted WOW Foundation United and Warrens Jaguars scored surprising victories when the Barbados Volleyball Association’s division one league continued at the Wildey Gymnasium.

With CAZOVA all star Destiny Layne leading the way Foundation stopped former double crown queens Burger King Clapham Toners 25-19, 26-24, 21-25, 29-27.

Warrens came from a set down to upend another former double crown champion Chargers 17-25, 25-23, 25-21, 26-24. Warrens play an uncomplicated game of serving on the ball and setting 98% of their attack to six-footers Anicia Wood and Rhe-Ann Niles-Mapp which confound and defeat their inexperience and hasty opponents.

Deacons who are making a serious bid to take the league crown wasted no time in handing Hill Road their third straight-sets defeat in a row 25-11, 25-15, 25-22.

The UWI Blackbirds secured a commanding victory over Phoenix Security Services Carlton. With scores of 25-21, 25-19, and 25-15, they demonstrated their prowess and teamwork on the court.

Foundation men upset Chargers

Tuesday February 18, 2025 – CO Williams Foundation United overcame a 1-2 deficit to upset Chargers when the Barbados Volleyball Association division one league continued at the Wildey Gymnasium.

Rallying behind remarkable attacks by Jaden Batson, and the Durant brothers, Nicholas and Dominic Foundation edged out the former champions 24-26, 25-17, 24-26, 25-18, 16-14.

The newly promoted Ifill School Police maintained a miserable season for former giants Progressive dismissing them 25-9, 25-19, 25-22. While defending champions KFC Deacons stomped Cawmere 25-19, 25-13, 25-10.

Starz Volleyball Club denied Club United 25-15, 25-23, 16-25, 25-19.