The Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) is pleased to share that registration is now open for the FIVB Beach Volleyball Coaches Course, to be held in St. Kitts from 6–10 July 2026.
All participants must be formally nominated by their National Federation. Completion of the online registration form is required before submission of the official FIVB enrollment form.
https://forms.office.com/r/fjiC6uSF2W?origin=lprLink
National Federations are kindly asked to submit their nominations at their earliest convenience to facilitate timely processing and confirmation of participation.
For further information or any questions, please contact: Glenn Quinlan - President ECVA
We look forward to the active participation of ECVA National Federations in this important coaching development opportunity.
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, May 3, 2026 – Saint Kitts and Nevis captured the men’s gold medal as the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Beach Volleyball Championship concluded on Sunday at the scenic Cul de Sac sand courts in Saint Lucia.
Over three days of intense competition from May 1–3, men and women teams from across the ECVA region battled through pool play, knockout rounds, and medal matches, culminating in high‑energy finals before an engaged local crowd.
In the men’s event, Saint Kitts and Nevis topped the podium undeafeated, with Sint Maarten and Dominica also earning medals:
Gold – Julian Bristol / Elkreen Morton (SKN) 🇰🇳
Silver – Shreefkerk Jacob / Rajheem Meulens (SXM) 🇸🇽
Bronze – Yahn Florent / Mervin Mingo (DMA) 🇩🇲
The men’s gold‑medal match saw Bristol/Morton (SKN) deliver a commanding performance against Jacob/Rajheem (SXM), winning in straight sets 2–0 (21–17, 21–9). The Saint Kitts and Nevis duo combined powerful serving with disciplined defense and effective transition play to secure the title and underline their dominance on the sand.
Dominica’s Yahn Florent and Mervin Mingo claimed the bronze medal following a solid 2–0 victory in their medal match, capping a consistent campaign and securing a well‑deserved place on the podium for the Dominican men’s team.
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, May 3, 2026 – Grenada struck gold as the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association (ECVA) Senior Men’s and Women’s Beach Volleyball Championship concluded on Sunday at Cul de Sac courts in Saint Lucia.
Over three days of intense competition from May 1–3, teams from across the ECVA region battled through pool play, knockout rounds, and medal matches, culminating in high energy finals before an engaged local crowd.
In the women’s competition, Grenada claimed the top spot on the podium, while hosts Saint Lucia and Dominica also secured medals:
Gold – Thornia Mitchell / Renisha Stafford (GRN) 🇬🇩
Silver – Clio Phillip / Tenayestlgni Joseph (LCA) 🇱🇨
Bronze – Joyan Pascal / Adicia Burton (DMA) 🇩🇲
The women’s gold medal match delivered a thrilling three set battle. Grenada’s Mitchell/Stafford edged Saint Lucia’s Phillip/Joseph 2–1, with a final scoreline of 18–21, 21–19, 15–10. After dropping the opening set, the Saint Lucian pair fought back to force a decider, but Grenada’s consistency in side out and composure under pressure carried them over the line.
Dominica’s Pascal/Burton secured the bronze medal with a hard fought 2–1 (21–15, 20–22, 15–8) victory over Saint Lucia’s Denila Prospere / Amalia Louis. The Dominican duo started strongly, weathered a spirited Saint Lucian response in the second set, and then took control in the tiebreaker to clinch a place on the podium.
Cul-de-Sac, Saint Lucia, May 2, 2026 – Teams from Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Sint Maarten have secured their places in the men’s semifinals of the ECVA Beach Volleyball Championship currently being held in Saint Lucia.
Dominica’s pair of Yahn Florent and Mervin Mingo advanced with a 2–0 (21–15, 21–14) victory over Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ Ronaldo Franklyn and Jamaar Cropper. Saint Kitts and Nevis’ duo of Julian Bristol and Elkreen Morton also moved on to the semifinals, defeating Bermuda’s Benjamin Barnette and Sean Tucker 2–0 (21–17, 21–17). Both teams will feature in Sunday’s semifinal action.
Meanwhile, defending champions Joseph Clercent and Sheldon Descartes (LCA 1) of Saint Lucia overpowered their compatriots Diallo Albert and Levi Leonce (LCA 3) 2–0 (27–17, 21–9). They will face Sint Maarten’s Shreefkerk Jacob and Rajheem Meulens in the other semifinal. The Sint Maarten pair earned their spot with a convincing 2–0 (21–15, 21–13) win over Dominica’s Tahj Jno Jules and J’den Robinson.
Cul-de-Sac, Saint Lucia, May 2, 2026 – Teams from Saint Lucia, Dominica and Grenada have
secured their places in the women’s semifinals of the ECVA Beach Volleyball Championship
currently being staged in Saint Lucia.
The Saint Lucian pairs of Clio Phillip/Tenayestigni Joseph and Denila Prospere/Amalia Louis
advanced in dominant fashion. Phillip and Joseph swept Nikita Campbell and Nayelli Fergus
(VIN) 2–0 (21–6, 21–9), while Prospere and Louis defeated Antigua and Barbuda’s Dana Regis
and Josanne Lewis 2–0 (21–17, 21–7). The two Saint Lucian teams will face each other in a
much anticipated all home semifinal on Sunday.
Meanwhile, Dominica’s duo of Joyan Pascal and Adicia Burton overpowered Antigua and
Barbuda’s Nyota Peters and Rosemarie Simon 2–0 (27–25, 21–14). They will meet Grenada’s
Thornia Mitchell and Renisha Stafford in the other semifinal. The Grenadian pair booked their
spot with a convincing 2–0 (21–15, 21–16) victory over Saint Kitts and Nevis’ Shajunee Gumbs
and Jontelle Hensley Philip.
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, May 1, 2026 – Reigning women’s champions Saint Kitts and Nevis, represented by the new duo of Shajunee Gumbs and Jontelle Hensley Philip, finished the opening day of the ECVA Beach Volleyball Championship undefeated.
In Pool B, the Kittitian duo of Shajunee Gumbs and Jontelle secured victory against Sherenn
Leblanc/Francine Blackman (SXM) 2-0 (21-14, 21-9) and Denila Prospere / Amalia Louis
(LCA) d Nikita Campbell / Nayelli Fergus (VIN) 2-0 (21-14, 21-16).
Grenadians Thornia Mitchell and Renisha Stafford finished the day undefeated in Pool C,
defeating Aryanna Desir and Abigail Evans of Saint Lucia 2-0 (21-15, 21-11) and Antiguans
Nyota Peters and Rosemarie Simon defeating the Anguillian duo Richardson/Fleming 2-0 (21-9,21-15).
Other results:
Cleo Phillip/Tenayestigni Joseph (LCA) d Hailey Trott/Kayley Hamilton (BER) 2-1 (21-10, 19-
21, 16-14); Dana Regis/ Josanne Lewis (ANT) d Joyan Pascal / Adicia Burton (DMA) 2-1 (14-
21, 21-16, 15-10); Hailey Trott/Kayley Hamilton (BER) d Dana Regis/Josanna Lewis (ANT) 2-1
(21-17, 21-23, 11-15); Nyota Peters/Rosemarie Simon (ANT) d Thornia Mitchell/Renisha
Stafford (GRN) 2-1 (21-17, 12-21, 6-15); Lavesha Richardson/Deandra Fleming (AGU) d
Aryanna Desir/Abigail Evans (LCA) 2-0 (21-16, 21-18); Denila Prospere/Amalia Louis (LCA) d
Sherenn/Francine (SXM) 2-0 (21-18, 21-14); Nikita Campbell/Nayelli Fergus (VIN) d
Gumbs/Hensley Philip (SKN) 2-1 (20-22, 24-22, 12-15).
Day 2 Schedule
Pool A - Phillip/Joseph (LCA) vs Regis/Lewis (ANT) and Pascal/Burton (DMA) vs
Trott/Hamilton (BER)
Pool B - Gumbs/Hensley Philip (SKN) vs Denila/Louis (LCA) and Campbell/NAYELLI (VIN)
vs Sherenn/Francine (SXM)
Pool C - Thornia/Stafford (GRN)vs Richardson/Fleming (AGU) and Peters/Rosie (ANT) vs
Desir/Abigail (LCA)
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, May 1, 2026 – Reigning Men’s Champions, Joseph Clercent/Sheldon Descartes finished undefeated on the opening day of the ECVA Beach Volleyball Championship, which kicked off on Friday May 1st at Cul-de-Sac Beach in Saint Lucia.
In Pool A, the Saint Lucian duo of Joseph Clercent/Sheldon Descartes secured victory against Tahj Jno Jules/J’den Robinson of Dominica 2-0 (21-15, 21-18).
Kittitians Julian Bristol and Elkreen Morton finished the day undefeated in Pool B, defeating Emmanuel Peter and Lindan Clarke of Saint Lucia 2-0 (21-19, 21-13) and Vincentians Ronaldo Franklyn and Jamaar Cropper also defeating the Saint Lucian duo Emmanuel/Clarke 2-0 (21-17, 26-24).
In Pool C, Benjamin Barnett and Sean Tucker of Bermuda defeated Dwight Bonnie and Raenor Sharpe of Antigua 2-0 (21-11, 21-18) and Yahn Florent and Mervin Mingo of Dominica defeated the Antiguan duo Bonnie/Sharpe 2-0 (21-12, 21-17).
In Pool D, Shreefkerk Jacob and Rajheem Meulens of Sint Maarten won their both games defeating Amani Richardson and Da’Quwan Fredericks of Anguilla 2-0 (21-9, 21-12) and Diallo Albert and Levi Leonce of Saint Lucia 2-0 (21-12, 21-18).
Other results:
Diallo Albert/Levi Leonce (LCA) d Cairon Davis/ George Freeland (ANT) 2-0 (21-7, 21-9); Tahj Jno Jules / J’den Robinson (DMA) d Darron Oxford and Jonell Phillip (GRN) 2-1 (12-21, 24-22, 12-15); Cairon Davis/George Freeland (ANT) d Amani Richardson/Da’Quwan Fredericks (AGU) 2-0 (22-20, 21-16)
Day 2 Schedule
Pool A - Clercent/Sheldon (LCA) vs. Oxford/Jonell (GRN)
Pool B - Bristol/Morton (SKN) vs. Ronaldo/Cropper (VIN)
Pool C - Barnett/Tucker (BER) vs. Florent/Mingo (DMA)
Pool D - Cairon/Freeland (ANT) vs. Jacob/Rajheem (SXM) and Richardson/Fredericks (AGU) vs. Albert/Leonce (LCA)
9 Countries Ready for Battle at the 2026 ECVA Senior Beach Volleyball Championship
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia – April 30, 2026, From May 1–3, the scenic sands of Cul de Sac will host the 2026 ECVA Senior Men’s and Women’s Beach Volleyball Championship, featuring teams from nine (9) countries across the Eastern Caribbean.
Competition serves off on Friday May 1st, on the scenic sand courts of Cul de Sac, Saint Lucia, offering a prime stage for the region’s rising stars to display their talent, passion, and competitive spirit.
At Thursday’s technical meeting with team representatives, coaches, and officials, everything is now set.
The Control Committee and ECVA officials confirmed the competition format, pool play, knockout rounds and classification matches, application of the FIVB Beach Volleyball Rules of the Game and code of conduct for teams, coaches and officials.
📅 May 1–3, 2026
📍 Cul de Sac, Saint Lucia
MEN’S TEAM
LCA – Joseph Clercent / Sheldon Descartes, Emmanuel Peter / Lindan Clarke, Diallo Albert / Levi Leonce; GRN – Darron Oxford / Jonell Phillip; DMA - Tahj Jno Jules / J’den Robinson, Yahn Florent / Mervin Mingo; SKN – Julian Bristol / Elkreen Morton; VIN – Ronaldo Franklyn / Jamaar Cropper; BER – Benjamin Barnett / Sean Tucker; ANT –
Dwight Bonnie / Raenor Sharpe, Cairon Davis / George Freeland; AGU - Amani Richardson / Da’Quwan Fredericks SXM - Shreefkerk Jacob / Rajheem Meulens
WOMEN’S TEAMS
LCA – Clio Phillip / Tenayestlgni Joseph, Denila Prospere / Amalia Louis, Aryanna Desir / Abigail Evans; ANT – Dana Regis / Josanne Lewis, Nyota Peters / Rosemarie Simon; DMA – JoyanPascal / Adicia Burton; BER – Hailey Trott / Kayley Hamilton; SKN – Shajunee Gumbs / Jontelle Hensley Philip; VIN – Nikita Campbell / Nayelli Fergus; SXM - Sherenn Leblanc / Francine Blackman; GRN - Thornia Mitchell / Renisha Stafford; AGU – Lavesha Richardson / Deandra Fleming.
📲 Match schedules & daily results:
Check the full schedule and follow live updates on:
🔗 Website: ecvolleyball.com
📘 Facebook & 📷 Instagram: @ecvavolleyball
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CUL DE SAC, Saint Lucia – From May 1 st – 3 rd 2026, Saint Lucia will host some of the Caribbean’s most talented senior beach volleyball athletes as the island welcomes the ECVA Senior Beach Volleyball Championship.
Senior male and female teams from St. Kitts, Grenada, Dominica, Antigua, Bermuda, St. Vincent, Anguilla, Sint Maarten and host country Saint Lucia, will compete for top honors and the coveted ECVA Championship title.
As an officially calendarized NORCECA event, this championship offers athletes from nine ECVA member islands a platform to compete at the highest regional level, supporting athletic excellence and personal development.
All eyes will be on Saint Lucia’s Joseph Clercent and Sheldon Descartes, the reigning champions who have captured the title in 2023, 2024 and 2025. The local favorites want to make it four championships in a row on home sand and will be the team to beat.
ECVA is confident that the tournament will be a celebration of skill, passion and sportsmanship, uniting experienced players and emerging talent in an exciting beach volleyball showcase.
The event is made possible through the generous support of its sponsors, including NORCECA, ECVA, Buckeye, Invest Saint Lucia, Saint Lucia Social Development Fund (SSDF), Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, Olympic Committee, Ministry of Education and Sports, Reyneau, Acado, Pinehill, Endura Malt, Lucodaze, Bank of Saint Lucia, Windward and Leeward Brewery (WLBL) Distillery.
Their partnership is vital to the success of what promises to be a high-energy and unforgettable competition.
The Bermuda Volleyball Association (BVA) is proud to spotlight the continued rise of beach volleyball athletes Olivia Gazzard and Sophie Weikl, who return to international competition this month following a strong and promising performance at the 2025 NORCECA U18 Women’s Beach Volleyball World Championship Qualifier in the Dominican Republic.
Facing top junior teams from across North, Central America, and the Caribbean, the Bermudian duo demonstrated resilience, composure, and clear development, finishing an impressive 10th overall at the 2025 Qualifier event.
While just outside qualification for the 2025 FIVB U18 World Championships, their performance marked an important step forward and highlighted their growing competitiveness on the regional stage.
Since that event, both athletes have continued to develop their game. Weikl has spent the past year training at RPS Academy in Florida, a high-performance beach volleyball program, while Gazzard has been competing with the Paradise Hitters U18 indoor team over the past five months. The pair reunited during spring break in Bermuda, where they further strengthened their partnership under the guidance of National Beach Team Head Coach Ben Barnett. Having trained together for the past two years both on the beach and indoors, their chemistry and cohesion were quickly re-established.
As they prepare for the 2026 NORCECA U18 Qualifier, taking place April 24-26,2026 in the Dominican Republic, the team brings renewed confidence and experience.
The duo will again face teams from across the region from Barbados, Canada, Cayman, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, U.S. Virgin Islands, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico & USA.
Coach Lisa LeBlanc, who will accompany the team, shared her enthusiasm:
“We’re excited to see Olivia and Sophie compete together again. They’ve grown both their physical and mental game since last year, and I expect them to show that progress against strong competition. It’s a privilege to coach them and watch their continued development through the years.”
The athletes are equally eager for the opportunity. “We are extremely grateful and proud to represent Bermuda at the U18 NORCECA Women’s World Qualifier,” said Weikl. “We’re excited to compete at this level, gain meaningful experience, and continue growing both individually and as a team, while striving for the best possible results
Gazzard added, “It’s a huge honor to be selected for the Under-18 NORCECA Women’s World Qualifier. Representing Bermuda means a lot to us. We’re excited for the opportunity to compete at this level, gain valuable experience, and continue growing as players.”
The BVA remains committed to supporting its National Team athletes and strengthening Bermuda’s presence on the international beach volleyball stage and extends its full support to Gazzard and Weikl at their upcoming competition.
The BVA will provide updates throughout the competition. Additional news and results can also be found on the BVA and Bermuda Volleyball National Teams’ Facebook and Instagram pages.
For more information, please refer to the links below. NORCECA also posts regular updates on its event through its official social media channels.
St. Kitts and Nevis Beach Volleyball Teams Set for 2026 NORCECA Tour Opener in Costa Rica
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts– The St. Kitts Amateur Volleyball Association (SKAVA) is proud to announce that two elite beach volleyball pairs have been selected to represent the Federation at the first stop of the 2026 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour.
The tournament will be held in San Jose, Costa Rica, marking the beginning of an intensive competitive season for our national athletes.
Representing the Federation in the high-stakes international circuit are:
Men’s Team: Julian Bristol and Elkreen Morton
Women’s Team:Jontelle Hensley-Phillip and Shajunee Gumbs
Both teams have undergone rigorous training locally and are prepared to test their skills against the region's best. These tour stops serve as vital benchmarks for our athletes as they climb the regional rankings and gain international exposure.
Road to the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games
The Costa Rica leg of the NORCECA Tour is more than just a standalone competition; it is a critical component of SKAVA’s long-term development strategy. Participation in these high-level matches provides the "trial by fire" necessary to prepare our athletes for the upcoming Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games.
"Our athletes are not just playing for medals in Costa Rica; they are building the consistency and mental toughness required for the CAC Games," said coach Rick. "Competing against top-tier talent in the NORCECA circuit is the best way to ensure we are podium-ready when the regional games arrive."
Acknowledging Our Partners
The participation of our teams would not be possible without the unwavering support of our stakeholders. SKAVA extends a heartfelt thank you to the St. Kitts and Nevis Olympic Committee (SKNOC). Their invaluable financial support and commitment to the development of beach volleyball have been the cornerstone of this mission. By investing in our athletes today, the SKNOC is directly contributing to the growth of the sport and the future success of the Federation on the world stage.
SKAVA invites the general public and volleyball enthusiasts to join us in wishing Julian, Elkreen, Jontelle, and Shajunee the best of luck as they head to San Jose to fly the national flag with pride.
Mervin Mingo is a dedicated and accomplished volleyball player from Dominica, known for his leadership, consistent work ethic, and excellence across both indoor and beach disciplines. Introduced to the sport at age eight while attending Will Strathmore Stevens Primary School, Mervin’s passion for volleyball has driven steady development from youth competition to international tournaments.
Career highlights
- Early development: Represented North East Comprehensive School in multiple age-group competitions, establishing a strong competitive foundation.
- Club play: Made his National Volleyball League debut in 2023 with Sunrise Sports Club, where he quickly emerged as a leader on and off the court and a key contributor to the club’s performance.
- Beach volleyball: Transitioned successfully to beach play and built a standout partnership with Bill Frederick. Together they placed third at the 2023 ECVA Junior Beach Championships in St. Kitts and captured back-to-back gold medals at the ECVA Junior Beach Championships in 2024 and 2025. The pair also finished fourth at the 2025 ECVA Senior Championships. Mervin has competed in numerous ECVA and NORCECA beach tournaments, including NORCECA events in El Salvador.
- Regional indoor volleyball: Represented Dominica at regional indoor events, including the 2023 ECVA U23 Championships where Dominica won bronze and Mervin was honored as Best Libero. He was also a member of the senior national team that won silver at the 2024 ECVA Senior Championships and bronze at the 2025 Men’s Final Four.
Tournaments
- 2023: ECVA Junior Beach Championships (3rd place)
- 2024: ECVA Junior Beach Championships (gold); ECVA Senior Beach Championships; NORCECA Beach Tour — El Salvador
- 2025: ECVA Junior Beach Championships (gold); ECVA Senior Beach Championships (4th place); NORCECA U21 World Championship Qualifier
Playing profile
- Position: Libero / defensive specialist (indoor); beach specialist (defense and transition)
- Strengths: Exceptional defensive instincts, consistent serve-receive, high work rate, strong leadership and team communication
- Attributes: Coachable, resilient, and team-oriented—brings energy and discipline to training and competition
Mervin’s steady progression from a promising youth player to a regional standout reflects a rare combination of talent and dedication. With significant junior and senior successes and growing international experience across ECVA and NORCECA events, he is widely regarded as a rising leader in Caribbean volleyball with a bright future ahead.
