Several Guyanese named in West Indies Men’s and Women’s Rugby teams
West Indies Rugby recently announced their Men’s and Women’s teams that are set to compete at the highly-anticipated Tropical 7s Rugby Tournament, scheduled for April 18–19, 2025 in Tampa, Florida, USA.
Guyana has found vast representation in the Men’s and Women’s West Indies Rugby teams
This year’s tournament would feature elite youth and senior talent from across the globe, and West Indies Rugby is proud to field two dynamic teams composed of top players representing the Caribbean region and diaspora, the body has said. There is a mixture of regional senior players and rookie players in the Elite Level of 7’s rugby, it has added.
Four locally-based Guyanese athletes and two of their internationally-based counterparts have been selected for inclusion in the two West Indies teams.
Guyana has found vast representation in the Men’s and Women’s West Indies Rugby teams
The teams would arrive in Florida for pre-tournament training sessions from April 13th to 16th, and are looking forward to showcasing Caribbean talent and spirit on the international stage.
West Indies Rugby have expressed their gratitude to all participating unions, sponsors, and supporters for their unwavering commitment to the sport. According to the body, this tournament presents a valuable development opportunity for our athletes and a chance to represent the region with pride.
Women’s Team Roster
Bermuda: Corrie Cross, Najee Pitt-Clarke
Guyana: Carrin Carter
Jamaica: Aniya Smith (FL), Mercedes Coles (CAN),
Morgan Brown (FL), Naomi Dodd (USA), Veronica Blair
(Captain, NJ)
Saint Lucia: Mary Roberts, Shammah Philgence
Saint Lucia/Guyana: Renetta Reynolds
Trinidad & Tobago: Leah Kintiba (Vice-Captain)
Reserve: Nathalia Cadiz (T&T)
The Teams’ management and staff
Tour Managers: Dellon Durrant (SVG), Jonathan
Keith Cassidy (BER)
Medical Team: Jeron Pantor (TT/USA) – Physiotherapist
Coaching Staff: Wayne Pantor (TT/SVG), Jerome Poon
Tip (TT),
Assistant Coach: Chantel John (SLU)
