The excitement is building as a talented contingent of athletes from the Pioneers Athletics Club officially departed Dominica today!

Their destination? Soufriere, St. Lucia, where they will be proudly representing both their club and country at the prestigious 5th Makeba Alcide Invitational on May 31st.

Our athletes have been putting in the work, and they are ready to showcase their talent on the regional stage.

Meet the Team
We are incredibly proud to field a strong, dedicated team of track and field athletes alongside a stellar support staff. Here is the official roster heading into the competition:

The Athletes
Curvin Leatham- 1500m, 5000m
Lindell Johnson- 200m, 400m
Chinoa Beatreau – 400m, 800m
Justice Edwards- 100m, Long jump.
Keyoni Esprit- 100m, 200m
Raedian Felix- 5000m,  100m Special Olympics
Akiesha Luke- 400m, 800m
Nayan Prince- 100m, 800m
Bertina Carrette- 400m, 800m.

The Officials & Support Staff
Behind every great team is a team of dedicated officials ensuring our athletes are safe, supported, and ready to perform at their best:
Cleopatra Leatham – Chaperone
Tasha Guiste – Safeguarding Officer
Cedric Harris – Head Coach

A Note of Gratitude
An undertaking like this requires a village. Speaking on behalf of the club, Coach Cedric Harris shared a heartfelt thank you to the community:

“We want to say thank you to all those who made this trip possible for us going out to represent Dominica and our team, Pioneers, in that event.”

To all the sponsors, family members, and supporters who helped get our athletes to St. Lucia—thank you! Your support fuels the future of Dominican athletics.

Sponsors

• The Dominica Olympic Committee
• Reuben bakery
• Carlton Phillips CO
• Fabian Florant
• D-Treads
• Ronald Caines
• Gas Supplies & Equipment Ltd
• The many parents, friends, and well-wishers who contributed

Stay Tuned!
Join us in wishing the Pioneers Athletics Club the absolute best of luck as they take the track this weekend. Keep an eye on our page for updates, results, and highlights from the invitational.

Go Pioneers! Bring home the gold! 🇩🇲🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️
Reported by Cedric Harris for the Pioneers Athletics Club.