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Blackbirds Soar to Victory in Thrilling Five-Set

The atmosphere at the Wildey Gymnasium was electric as Division One volleyball queens UWI Blackbirds staged a stunning comeback to defeat cup contenders KFC Deacons in a gripping five-set battle. The match, which had fans on the edge of their seats, ended with the Blackbirds taking the victory 20-25, 25-16, 25-15, 24-26, 15-12.

The Deacons had looked poised to take the decisive fifth set, surging to a 12-8 lead with momentum firmly in their favour. However, the Blackbirds had other plans. Led by the powerful spiking of Barbados’ six-footer Tenielle Chapman-Goodluck, the Blackbirds clawed their way back into contention. Chapman-Goodluck’s relentless attacks, combined with the impeccable serving and setting of Carah Watson, saw the Blackbirds rally for seven unanswered points, securing the win and leaving Deacons stunned.

In other action at Wildey, Warrens continued their impressive run with a hard-fought victory over Phoenix Security Services Carlton. Despite dropping the first set 22-25, Warrens stormed back to claim the next three sets 25-22, 25-20, 25-22.

UWI Blackbirds Keep Title Hopes Alive

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 – Defending champions UWI Blackbirds kept up their hopes of repeating as double crown winners by staying in contention with a straight sets dismissal of Phoenix Security Services Carlton. UWI easily took the game 25-10, 25-13, 25-22.

Former champions Burger King Clapham Toners wasted little time with WOW Foundation whipping them 25-17, 25-16, 25-12.

UWI Blackbirds Soar to Victory

Monday, March 17, 2025 – The defending champions, UWI Blackbirds, enjoyed a straight sets romp crushing WOW Foundation United 25-15, 25-22, 25-11.

Though WOW Foundation United fought back valiantly in the second set, the champions’ resilience proved too much. The set ended 25-22 in favour of the Blackbirds.

With two sets in the bag, the Blackbirds soared higher in the third, dismantling their opponents’ efforts with a decisive 25-11 victory.

Meanwhile, in another gripping showdown, Burger King Clapham Toners brought the heat against Phoenix Security Services Carlton. Living up to their fiery name, the Toners grilled their erratic opponents with a clean sweep, winning 25-15, 25-20, 25-16.

Deacons Maintain Dominance

Sunday, March 16, 2025 – The KFC Deacons reinforced their reputation as a powerhouse as Division One volleyball continued at the Wildey Gymnasium.

In the women’s division, the Deacons overcame a spirited challenge from WOW Foundation. Despite dropping the second set 18-25, they regrouped to seal the win with scores of 25-17, 25-7, and 25-19 in the other sets.

Meanwhile, Hill Road secured their second win of the season by dismissing Phoenix Security Services Carlton in straight sets, 25-16, 25-22, 25-19.

KFC Deacons Women Continue Their Dominance

Monday, March 10, 2025 – The KFC Deacons women’s volleyball team continued their commanding march towards another title in the Barbados Volleyball Association’s division one league. Playing at the Wildey Gymnasium, the former double crown queens effortlessly dismissed Phoenix Security Services Carlton in straight sets, winning 25-11, 25-20, 25-15.

In another thrilling encounter, the Warrens volleyball team moved one step closer to the defending champions, UWI Blackbirds. In a tense five-set match, Warrens edged out WOW Foundation with scores of 22-25, 25-16, 25-16, 20-25, and 15-10.

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.