UPDATE: VI win first friendly Tri-Series netball match in Dominica
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The game, played against Celtic at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium, saw Team VI win 27-13. Shaquille Rose scored 17 goals from 27 attempts, Clita Russel scored 6 goals from 10 attempts, and Mandi J. Atak scored 4 goals from 14 attempts.
Scoring for Celtics were Akeelah Daisy with 6 goals from 14 attempts, Melissa Williams with 3 goals from 12 attempts, and Nyabel Pacquette scored 3 goals from 10 attempts.
Speaking to local media following the match, coach Mandi J. Atack said she did not anticipate such an easy win.
“We actually didn’t know what was going to come out. Dominica as a whole, the BVI have never played, whether national or clubs, so we actually came out to give it our best to see what they could come out with.”
She added that she is happy to see Netball's rejuvenation in the VI.
“It’s been a sport of my life for a very long time [and] to then come across to the BVI and for it to not be there was kind of disheartening, but we were given the opportunity, we took it, so I’m very proud of the people who were involved back in the BVI that made us get this far and hopefully get further.”
First match was a tester
Atak said that while the team is confident coming off the win, she knows Dominica has a lot more to offer. The first match, she added, was a "tester" to see what they had, leading up to the final match against Dominica’s national champions.
Other members of the team are Shenelca Richards (GK/GD), Fitsroy Randall (GK/GD), Liv Rees (GD/GK), Tammy Joseph (WD), Abi Lamorelle (WD/C), Abi Edwards (C/WA), Flo Laidler (WA/C), and Nyssa Darby (WA).
The BVI Netball Club takes on Bambish Toutweles at 6:45 PM on Sunday, June 14, 2026. In the final match, BVI Club will take on Dominica’s National Netball Champions, Spartans I, on Monday, June 15, 2026.
All matches are being played at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium forecourt in Roseau, Dominica.
See previous article published on Friday, June 12, 2026
BVI Netball Club in Dominica for friendly Tri-Series
- VI coach said the team is focused, motivated & ready to play ahead of tonight’s first game
ROSEAU, Dominica- Members of the BVI Netball Club are in Dominica for a friendly Tri-Series beginning today, Friday, June 12, 2026.
Speaking to Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) from Dominica, coach Mandi J. Atack said they are thrilled to be in Dominica.
“The team is excited for the opportunity to compete in this Tri-Series and to test ourselves against strong regional opposition. The players have prepared well, spirits are high, and there is a real sense of unity and determination within the squad. Everyone is eager to get on [the] court.”
Atack said that they know the clubs in Dominica will provide tough competition, adding, “That’s exactly the kind of challenge we welcome.”
Important opportunity for growth
The team comprises Shenelca Richards (GK/GD), Fitsroy Randall (GK/GD), Liv Rees (GD/GK), Tammy Joseph (WD), Abi Lamorelle (WD/C), Abi Edwards (C/WA), Flo Laidler (WA/C), Nyssa Darby (WA), Mandi Atak (WA/GA), Shaquille Rose (GA/GS), and Clita Russel (GS/GK).
“These matches are an important opportunity for growth, development, and showcasing the talent that exists within Caribbean netball,” Atack said.
Describing the team ahead of the first game, she said, they are focused, motivated, and ready to play. “We look forward to an exciting series and wish all teams the very best.”
The VI’s match schedule is as follows:
- Friday, June 12- BVI Netball Club v Celtics
- Sunday, June 14- BVI Netball Club v Bambish Toutweles
- Monday, June 15- BVI Netball Club v Spartans I
All matches will be played at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium in Roseau, Dominica.
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