In the Super J Under 16 Schools Basketball Tournament defending champions Leon Hess Comprehensive narrowly defeated Corinth Secondary 19 – 17 in a lackluster affair. At Half time the score was 9 -8 in favour of Leon Hess. The main contributors for Leon Hess were Jamal Adjodha 8 Points, 5 Rebounds and 5 Steals and Denzel Renee 8 Points. For Corinth Michael Jn. Paul had a game high 11 Points and 14 Rebounds.

Buoyed by a very appreciated supporting crowd Tournament favourites Castries Comprehensive was knocked out of the Play Offs when they were defeated by a spirited and determined St. Mary’s College 73 – 61. It was a very exciting match up, however the momentum swung College’s way when Zevi Clarke one of Castries Comprehensive main players found himself in foul trouble midway through the second Quarter and was forced to spend most of the time on the bench. in his absence his fellow players failed to step up their game to which College took full advantage of and at one point time opened up a 22 point margin. At half time the score was 34 – 34 but at the end of the third quarter College had out scored Castries Comprehensive 22 – 5. They never looked back and though they were outscored in the final quarter 17 – 22 the damage was already done.

College was led by Lance Louis 27 Points, 12 Rebounds; Omodelle Phillip 13 Points; and Herbert Regis 8 Points.

The action continues on Monday in the Super J Under 16 with Vieux Fort Comprehensive playing host to Babonneau Secondary; Castries Comprehensive takes on Clendon Mason Memorial at the Vigie Complex at 2.00 p.m. while in the Under 19 Division Title contenders George Charles Secondary takes on the Micoud Secondary at 3.00 p.m. at the Vigie Complex.

Michael B. Pierre.
Department of Youth & Sports

On December 30th, 2008 players of the VFCSS basketball team gathered for a social event organised by Mrs. Prescott and Mrs. Charles, two avid parents/fans of VFCSS basketball. The event was well received by all, the highlight for me being the parents versus under 16 players match.

My heartfelt thanks to all the parents who supported, participated, followed and cried with us last year. For me this brought a new dimension to coaching youth basketball.

The parents will be a useful part of our coaching program in 2009.

Hey Guys,

This is Nutts thanking all of you for a great basketball season.  All of you have made me so proud.  You have made all the sacrifices worthwhile.  Looking forward to working with you very early in 2009.

Photo courtesy Desmond Mohawk Charles

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LHCSS vs VFCSS

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Game report here

Leon Hess Comprehensive Secondary School finally broke the stranglehold which Vieux Fort Comprehensive seemed to have established in this year’s School Sports Tournament, by defeating them 46 – 41 in the Finals of the Consolidated Foods Limited Under16 Schools Basketball Tournament. Indeed it was a hard fought victory by the players from the hill who had to pull out all the stops to combat the surge mounted by their opponents from the South. By all indications this was the game of the entire Basketball Tournament and both teams must be complimented for their very fine showing. In the end, Leon Hess Comprehensive prevailed as a result of their all round team effort and the exquisite quality of their bench.

Leading the way for Leon Hess were Robert Robinson 17 Points, 24 Rebounds; Michael Anthony 15 Points and Michael Henry 8 Points and 13 Rebounds. Vieux Fort Comprehensive main contributors were Desmond Charles 19 Points and 10 Rebounds; and Philbert Williams 9 Points and 10 Rebounds.

The following Awards were presented at the end of the Game:

Most Assists                    Kurnal Vidal (Clendon Mason Memorial)
Most Blocks                     Karmal Savery (Vieux Fort Technical Institute)
Most Points                     Philbert Williams (Vieux Fort Comprehensive)
Most Rebounds                   Jeanmal Joseph (George Charles Secondary)
Most Steals                     Karmal Savery (Vieux Fort Comprehensive)
Leon Hess M.V.P. Finals         Robert Robinson (Leon Hess Comprehensive)
Vieux Fort M.V.P. Finals        Desmond Charles (Vieux Fort Comprehensive)
Overall M.V.P.                  Robert Robinson (Leon Hess Comprehensive)

In addition to his Trophy Robert Robinson also received a substantial shopping voucher Courtesy the sponsors Consolidated Foods Limited.

The other Awards presented were that of the Zonal Winners

Zone  A.           St. Mary’s College
Zone  B.           Leon Hess Comprehensive
Zone  C.           Vieux Fort Comprehensive

Meanwhile the curtains will unfold in this Term’s Schools’ Sporting Tournaments with the staging of the Under 16 Football Final which will be played at Mindoo Phillip Park from 1 .00 p.m. this afternoon between Vieux Fort Comprehensive and Gros Islet Secondary School.

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MICHAEL*B*PIERRE**PHYSICAL*EDUCATION*OFFICER

U16 Finals
Vieux Fort Comprehensive vs Leon Hess Comprehensive
December 11, 2008

               LHCSS   VFCSS
Final Score:    46      41

1st Period      13      08
2nd Period      23      14
3rd Period      34      26
4th Period      46      41

LHCSS Performers
Michael Anthony 15pts 2stls 2asts
Robert Robinson 17pts 24rbs
Michael Henry 6pts 13rbs 2stls 1blk

VFCSS Performers
Desmond Charles 19pts 10rbs 4stls
Philbert Williams 10pts 10rbs 1blk
Olvin Prescott 5pts 8rbs 4stls

Official stat sheets
Official Scoresheet
Leon Hess Comprehensive Stats
Vieux Fort Comprehensive Stats

Finals Photos here

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Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School successfully defended their championship by defeating a spirited Corinth Secondary School Team 77 – 60 in the Finals of the Under 19 Schools Basketball Tournament at the Vigie Multi Purpose Complex yesterday afternoon. Indeed it was a clinical display by the lads from South, whose victory came as a result of their better all-round play, and the superior quality of their bench. In addition, they were well marshaled by the cool composure of their captain Givan Jonas who had an outstanding game both on the Offensive and Defensive end of the Court. In the end he had a “Triple Double” 34 Points, 28 Rebounds, 10 Steals, and 3 Assists. He was ably assisted by Desmond Charles 17 Points, Tashan Auguste 13 Points, 9 Steals and Kervin Mathurin 7 Points, 11 Rebounds and 5 Steals.

Once again Corinth main contributor was Andre’ Louission with a “Game High” 41 Points, 30 Rebounds and 6 Steals. Indeed it was a herculean performance by him. He received token assistance from Baggio Desir 8 Points, and Miguel Charles 7 Points and 10 Rebounds.

At the conclusion of the game the following awards were presented

MOST ASSISTS                     Givan Jonas (Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School)
MOST BLOCKS                      Zevi Clarke (Castries Comprehensive Secondary School)
MOST POINTS                      Givan Jonas (Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School)
MOST REBOUNDS                    Michael Henry (Leon Hess Comprehensive Secondary School)
MOST STEALS                      Danny Knox (Marigot Secondary School)
M.V.P. OF FINAL                  Givan Jonas (Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School)
M.V.P. OF FINAL                  Andre' Louisson (Corinth Secondary School)
OVERALL M.V.P. TOURNAMENT        Givan Jonas (Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School)

In the Third Place Play OFF, a determined George Charles Secondary School capitalized on a rather indifferent performance from St. Mary’s College defeating them 68 – 54 to capture the Trophy. George Charles made good of their opportunities and their strong will to win saw them through. For George Charles Julian Agiou had a “Triple Double” 24 Points, 18 Rebounds, 11 Steals and 6 Assists; Jervais Charles 15 Points 11 Rebounds and 5 Steals; 8 Points and 10 Rebounds.
For St. Mary’s College, it was the ever consistent Sharm Smith with a “Game High” 40 Points and 9 Steals.

Congratulations to the Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School; Corinth Secondary School and George Charles Secondary who in addition to their final placing also won their Zonal Group Award.

This afternoon, Vieux Fort Comprehensive returns to the Vigie Multi Purpose Sports Complex for the Finals of the Consolidated Foods Limited Under 16 Basketball Tournament where they will come against Leon Hess Comprehensive Secondary School. This match promises to be a very keen and exciting one as both teams possess quality players who also play in the Under 19 Division. Jump Ball Time for this Match Up is 2:00 p.m.

A final reminder, the Finals of the Under 16 Football Tournament will be played on Friday 12th December, at the Mindoo Phillip Park from 1:00 p.m. between Vieux Fort Comprehensive and Gros IsLet Secondary School.

To date in the Four Finals that Vieux Fort Comprehensive Secondary School has contested they have won every one of them; indeed a major feat worthy of the highest praise.

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MICHAEL*B*PIERRE**PHYSICAL*EDUCATION*OFFICER

U19 Finals
Vieux Fort Comprehensive vs Corinth Secondary School
December 10, 2008

                VFCSS   CRSS
Final Score:    77      60

POINTS PER QUARTER
1st Period      16      12
2nd Period      42      29
3rd Period      59      41
4th Period      77      60

VFCSS performers
Givan Jonas 34pts 28rbs 9stls 3asts
Desmond Charles 17pts
Tashan Auguste 12pts 3rbs 9stls
Kervin Mathurin 7pts 11rbs 5stls

CRSS Performers
Andre’ Louission 41pts 30rbs 6stls
Baggio Desir 8pts
Miguel Charles 7pts 10rbs

Official stat sheets
Official Scoresheet
Vieux Fort Comprehensive Stats
Corinth Secondary Stats

Photo Gallery here.

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REMY*AVRIL*JR.**COACHING*STAFF*

VFCSS vs Corinth Secondary

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Game report here

Stats Leaders U19 Group C
Points: Givan Jonas (183) VFCSS
Rebounds: Omega Alexander (37) VFTI
Assists: Givan Jonas (37) VFCSS
Steals: Tashan Auguste (36) VFCSS
Blocks: Givan Jonas (6) VFCSS

Stats Leaders U16 Group C
Points: Philburt William (76) VFCSS
Rebounds: Kamal Savery (34) VFTI
Assists: Kurnal Vidal (16) CMMSS
Steals: Kamal Savery (20) VFTI
Blocks: Kamal Savery (15) VFTI

VFCSS Tournament MVPs
U19: Givan Jonas 183pts 31rbs 37asts 19stls 6blks
U16: Desmond Charles 54pts 11rbs 4asts 18stls

Full tournament statistics are attached in PDF format.
U19_school_stats.pdf
U16_school_stats.pdf

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