November 15, 2024
Ocho Rios, St. Ann. Jamaica
SPORTS

CHAMPIONSHIP VOLLEYBALL ON THE COAST

volley ball

A WEEKEND OF top class beach volleyball took place at bay Beach in Ocho Rios with 12 teams from across the Caribbean region taking part in a tournament that saw Jamaica coming out on top with a thrilling win over Cayman. Sunday afternoon, Cayman A won the first match over Jamaica B 21-18, 23-21 but Jamaica A team triumphed 21-6, 21-9 over Cayman B, forcing a golden set. Cayman took the lead 13-6 sinking Jamaican hearts but the Jamaicans, Kai Wright and Danielle Perry through some deft tactical plays overcame the lead and beat Cayman 15-13. Title sponsor was Jamaica National with Irie FM the lead media partner. In photo at left Jamaica B team members battle the Cayman Islands. In other picture, reporters keep a keen eye on the tussle.