PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Sint Maarten Aquatic Federation (SMAF) national swim team, consisting of 10 swimmers—5 boys and 5 girls. The team consists of Azaiah Roper- Duzon, Holdson Jean Fort, Kjeld van der Meer, Declan Boyd and Emmbriel Flanders as well as J’aishaa Jeffers, Victoria Otto, Caithlyn Challenger, Lois Geeerdink and Aiyana Bourne. Both Victoria and Holdson are new members on the national swim team.
They will compete against athletes from 20 Caribbean countries at the CARIFTA 2026 Aquatics Championships, which will take place in Martinique from April 3–8, 2026. The young athletes will compete in a variety of aquatic disciplines, showcasing their skills and determination on a regional stage. Accompanying the team will be a coach Dwight Vermeer and delegation leader Claudia Connor, both representing SMAF and providing guidance and support throughout the competition.
All pool events will be held at the Lamentin Aquatic Center in Martinique. The CARIFTA Aquatics Championships is regarded as a key developmental event, offering young swimmers the opportunity to gain valuable international experience and prepare for higher levels of competition.
Supporters and fans are encouraged to follow the team’s journey and stay updated on their performance through social media platforms, including Instagram (@cariftamartinique2026 and @liguenatationmartinique) and Facebook (CARIFTA Aquatics Championships 2026 and Martinique Swimming League).
