Bequia All Stars Return to Basketball Stage After a Decade
The Bequia Basketball Association (BBA) is pleased to announce the return of the Bequia All Stars team to the local basketball stage for the first time in more than a decade, marking an exciting new chapter for basketball in Bequia.
In previous years, the Bequia All Stars were a prominent feature of basketball in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, representing the island in local competitions and tournaments. Their reinstatement signals a renewed commitment to showcasing Bequia’s basketball talent and providing opportunities for the next generation of players.
The revamped team features a blend of experience and emerging talent, led by senior men’s national team player Jermaine John, who takes on the role of captain. The squad includes players from the Association’s newly established Elite Athlete Program, with athletes ranging in age from 17 to 22.
The All Stars made their return on Sunday, November 8, at the Open Court Invitational Basketball Tournament at the Sion Hill Hard Court, opening their campaign with an impressive 87–32 victory over the College Basketball Team. Captain Jermaine John led the scoring with 22 points, closely followed by Elroy Joseph with 21 points.
The team is guided by returning head coach Cornelius Farrell, alongside assistant coaches Colson Peters and Jemuel Hutchins, with Sabrina Mitchell serving as team manager and director of the Elite Athletes Program.
While the return of the All Stars brings a familiar name back to the local basketball scene, another Bequia team has remained an active participant in local competitions throughout their absence. Bequia United has proudly carried the island’s representation over the years, establishing itself as a regular competitor and maintaining Bequia’s presence in the sport. Bequia United are also the reigning champions of last year’s Invitational Tournament and are participating in this year’s competition.
Bequia United faced Sion Hill Pacers on Sunday, November 8, in a closely contested encounter, narrowly falling 51–50.
With both teams now representing Bequia in the tournament, supporters can look forward to several exciting matchups in the coming days.
Upcoming Fixtures
- Friday, November 13: Bequia All Stars vs. Bequia United
- Saturday, November 14: Bequia All Stars vs. Sion Hill Pacers; Bequia United vs. Heat Seekers
- Sunday, November 15: Bequia All Stars vs. Mavrix; Bequia United vs. College Basketball Team
The Bequia Basketball Association looks forward to the continued participation of both teams and encourages the Bequia community and basketball supporters across St. Vincent and the Grenadines to come out and support the teams throughout the competition in Sion Hill.
