The Virgin Islands Triathlon Federation hosted the DU Your Best Duathlon yesterday at the Divi Casino, featuring a sprint duathlon, a sprint relay, and a Try-a-Du (Super Sprint).

The event kicked off with a 1-mile run, where Stephen Swanton and GHCDS runner Quinn Sayre matched strides. Swanton and Sayre completed the run in 6:07, with Sayre’s classmate and teammate, Vedant Mittal, just a few seconds behind. Swanton, an elite cyclist and triathlete, took control on the 14-mile bike leg, creating a four-minute gap over Sayre’s relay partner, Scott “Moose” Marusa, who was in second. Swanton maintained his lead through the final 3-mile run, crossing the finish line at 1:06:05 – more than four minutes faster than his 2024 time. The relay duo of Sayre and Marusa secured second place overall with a time of 1:11:15, while the team of Catherine Seguin and Troy Holloway took third overall in 1:20:12.

A fierce battle unfolded for second and third place in the men’s division between runner Vedant Mittal and experienced cyclist Jerry Remie. Remie used his cycling strength to pass Mittal on the bike leg, but Mittal fought back on the final run. In the end, Remie held on, finishing just under a minute ahead of Mittal.

In the women’s division, Julie Sommer showcased her dominance on the bike, finishing 10 minutes ahead of Alexandra Gutting. Despite Alex’s push on the run, Julie maintained her lead, winning in 1:20:42 – earning her fourth place overall. Gutting took second, while 2015 VI Female Champion Dulcie Crowther secured third place.

In the Super Sprint division, Alison Killelea was the sole competitor, earning well-deserved recognition for her strong effort.

The next event on the VITF calendar is the Island Hoppers Multisport on March 23. This is a two-person relay event which will take place partially off road. For more information, please contact theresa@vitf.org.

The St. Croix Track Club athletes showcased their exceptional talent and determination at the Association of Youth/Junior Athletics first qualification Track and Field event held in Ponce, Puerto Rico on March 8.

Each athlete was allowed to compete in two events where the top eight in the lane events (100m, 100mh, 200m, 400m, 400mh), top 12 in field events will qualify for the Finals in May. The event was marked by impressive performances and personal records, highlighting the athletes’ dedication and hard work.

Safiya Prasad emerged victorious in the 400m Hurdles, setting a personal record with a time of 1:09.50. She also secured second place in her heat for the 200m, clocking in at 27.82.

Jahleya George demonstrated her prowess in the field events, finishing third in the shot put with a throw of 6.52m and seventh in the javelin throw with a distance of 15.43m.

Wilfredo Concepcion dominated the shot put, claiming first place with a personal record throw of 10.49m. He also excelled in the javelin throw, securing second place with a distance of 32.79m.

Kahlan Beaupierre showcased his skills in the javelin throw, finishing first with a throw of 33.09m. He also placed second in the shot put with a throw of 9.63m.

Faith Eatmon delivered a stellar performance in the 400m, finishing first with a personal record of 1:00.82. She also won her heat in the 200m with a personal record of 26.92, finishing third overall.

Juvante Hurst proved his speed in the sprints, finishing first in both the 400m with a time of 54.79 and the 200m with a time of 23.19.

Aminah Prasad won her heat of the 200m with a personal record of 26.83, finishing second overall. She also placed third in her heat of the 100m, clocking in at 13.68.

Charlise Morris secured third place in the 100m with a time of 13.30. She also won her heat in the 200m with a time of 27.28, finishing sixth overall.

Jah’Quan Creque won his heat of the 100m with a time of 11.60, finishing fourth overall. He also finished fourth overall in the 200m with a time of 23.00.

Barecia Brooks placed fifth in her heat of the 100m with a personal record of 14.52 and third in her heat for the 200m with a personal record of 29.73.

Yahraya Doctrine finished third overall in the 100m with a time of 11.48 and third in his heat in the 200m with a time of 23.62.

Yahana Doctrine placed third in his heat and ninth overall in the 100m with a time of 11.75. He also finished fourth in his heat for the 200m with a time of 24.48.

Brianna Arjune finished fifth in her heat of the 400m with a time of 1:24.66 and fourth in her heat for the 200m with a time of 35.35.

Curtis Charlery Jr. placed fourth in his heat for the 100m in a time of 12.38 and fifth in his heat for the 200m with a time of 26.13.

The St. Croix Track Club athletes’ remarkable performances at the AAJI qualification event in Ponce, Puerto Rico, are a testament to their dedication and hard work. Their achievements have set a high standard for future competitions and have brought pride to their club and community.

The St. Croix Track Club thanks our supporters for partnering with us to assist our youths in developing their talents. Full results are at: FinalLapTiming | AAJI