Sports
TCI: Power in the pool, history on podium – Rohan’s first words after getting silver at Carifta Swim Games
#Providenciales, April 22, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – “Fantastic”, “amazing” were the words Rohan Shearer used to describe his feelings after historically winning a silver medal on Saturday in the 50m backstroke for TeamTCI at the Carifta Swim Games in Barbados; he was being interviewed by Alvin Parker of the Turks and Caicos Islands Department of Sports.
Alvin seemed equally as elated with the TCI’s first Carifta Swim medalist who topped even Parker’s decent height, young Shearer eagerly flowed with the jubilation of the moment and gave comments just after his silver medal presentation, on the podium poolside at the Barbados Aquatic Center.
Rohan, son of Phillip and Christine Shearer, proved that his speed in the pool is not fluke; on Sunday morning he repeated brilliance by qualifying for the finals of the 100 metre; 12-year-old Shearer was first in his heat.
Shearer was told by Mr. Parker that he is an inspiration.
Humbly and professionally, the young swimmer who trains in the United Kingdom, turned the spotlight to his team.
“I say they are all fantastic, all amazing athletes…” Rohan also shared the wearing of the medal with Parker, who remarked on the young man’s prowess on the soccer pitch and now gushed about his breakout performance for TCI swimming.
The roughly 90-sec interview was more of an expression of total gratitude, sincere congratulations and yes, lots and lots of excitement at Rohan’s feat than anything else; the guys were obviously having a great time in the cell phone video recording which is posted to the Sports Department Facebook page.
With a few chest thumps by Parker to confirm Rohan’s power in the pool, the interview was a wrap, at least for now.
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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Thursday, 21 August 2025: The Police Action League (PAL) is set for a decisive weekend as the basketball semifinals tip off this Saturday, August 23, alongside the fourth matchup of the PAL Softball 5-game series.
Basketball action begins with the final 13U league group games, where teams fight for playoff seeding. The Avengers (4–1) currently lead the standings, followed by the Guardians and Badgers (both 3–2).
- 9:00 AM – Avengers vs. Badgers (13U)
- 10:00 AM – Guardians vs. Seaquest (13U)
The semifinals follow for the 15U and 17U divisions:
15U Boys Division
- 11:00 AM – #2 Sea Quest (3–1) vs. #3 Skyhawks (2–2)
- 12:00 PM – #1 Guardians (4–0) vs. #4 Avengers (1–3)
17U Boys Division
- 1:00 PM – #2 Avengers (2–2) vs. #3 Badgers (2–2)
- 2:00 PM – #1 Sea Quest (4–0) vs. #4 Skyhawks (2–2)
This year’s competition has been fueled by standout performers across the leagues. Rhomano Dumesle (13U) has been dominant, averaging nearly 20 points per game and pulling down an impressive 61 rebounds in five games. In the 15U division, Jodias Cineus has led the way with an average of 15.8 points per game, while Dashawn Lightbourne (17U) has contributed across the board with 78 total points and 20 rebounds.
On the softball diamond, the Badgers and Skyhawks meet again in their pivotal fourth showdown of the best-of-five PAL Softball Series. The Skyhawks currently lead 2–1 and can close the series with a win this Saturday at 9:30 AM at the Downtown Ballpark. Key contributors include Jayanna Ferguson, who leads the series in runs scored (3), and Denicka Robinson, who tops the RBI chart with 2.
Standings, scores and schedules can be found here: https://nieves1319.softr.app/2025pal-stat-landing-page
All basketball games will be played at the Gustavus Lightbourne Sports Complex. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children, which grant access to both sports on the day.
The PAL continues to provide young athletes across the Turks and Caicos Islands with opportunities for growth through competition, mentorship, and community support.
Turks and Caicos, August 15, 2025 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation is proud to announce that nine talented swimmers will represent the Turks and Caicos Islands National Team at the 2025 Goodwill Swimming Championship, scheduled to take place in Barbados from August 15–17, 2025.
This year marks a historic milestone, as Turks and Caicos will participate not as an invited nation but as a full member nation, a status
officially granted earlier this year through the efforts of the Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation.
The team will be led by Head Coach Bennett Williams, assisted by Coach Lincoln Martin, with Team Manager Snjezana Andrews overseeing logistics and support.
We extend our best wishes to our swimmers as they take on some of the region’s best athletes and continue to make the Turks and Caicos Islands proud on the international stage.
For more information on the Goodwill Championship, visit the event’s official website or follow updates from the Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation.
Bennett Williams
President
Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation
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