Student Athletes Shine at V.I. Sports and Athletics Awards Ceremony

The Virgin Islands Education Department’s Division of Sports and Athletics hosted its territorial Sports and Athletics Awards Ceremony Friday evening at the St. Croix Educational Complex.

The event, held annually, celebrates the achievements of student athletes across the territory and honors the most valuable players from the highest-ranked teams from public schools on St. Croix.

Parents, teachers, coaches, and community members filled the auditorium, applauding the young athletes whose dedication and determination made them stand out during the season.

Some of the top-performing schools recognized included Alfredo Andrews Elementary, Eulalie Rivera K-8, Lew Muckle PreK-6, Pearl B. Larsen PreK-8, Ricardo Richards Elementary, John H. Woodson Junior High, St. Croix Central High, and St. Croix Educational Complex. The island’s junior and varsity cheerleading teams also earned special recognition.

Click here to view a full list of the winners.

Among the evening’s honorees was Dana Philogene-Victor, awarded Coach of the Year for her exceptional leadership and commitment to cheerleading programs on the island. Beaming with pride, Philogene-Victor said the recognition was both humbling and rewarding after a year of hard work with her squads.