Thrilling Performance in VG Summer Jam as
In an electrifying weekend of basketball, Set It Off and Ice Connection emerged victorious in their respective games at the VG Summer Jam. Shakeem Blackman led Set It Off with a spectacular 32-point game, while Zion Jones was the standout for Ice Connection.
The Virgin Gorda Summer Jam basketball tournament witnessed two exhilarating games this past weekend, with Set It Off and Ice Connection both securing crucial victories. On Friday, September 5, 2025, Set It Off triumphed over Tun It Up with a final score of 77-68, thanks in large part to a standout performance from Shakeem Blackman, who dazzled fans by scoring 32 points.
Phillip contributed significantly to their team's victory with 11 and 10 points, respectively. Despite a valiant effort from Tun It Up, led by Elijah Peltier with 19 points and Xiimoar Gunn with a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds, they could not overcome the offensive firepower of Set It Off.
The following day, Ice Connection faced off against Without A Doubt, clinching an 83-78 win. Zion Jones was the hero of the hour for Ice Connection, scoring 23 points. He was well-supported by teammates Khalid S. Gerard and Amadius Der-Weer, who added 14 and 10 points, respectively.
Without A Doubt's Kimron Telemaque and Joash Victor fought hard, scoring 15 and 14 points, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. Additionally, in Division B play, Development and East both claimed victories on Friday. Development rolled past Mission with a decisive 65-23 win, bolstered by Zion Phillip's 20-point game.
East showed a dominant performance against Eagles, winning 137-76, with Jomoiri Dagou, Riquan Fahie, and Antwon Robinson combining for a staggering 99 points. This weekend's games not only provided thrilling entertainment for basketball fans in the British Virgin Islands but also highlighted the deep pool of talent within the local sports community.
As the VG Summer Jam continues this coming Friday and Saturday, anticipation is building for what promises to be more showcases of skill and sportsmanship. The VG Summer Jam has become a cornerstone event for basketball in the BVI, offering a platform for young and seasoned players alike to demonstrate their abilities and compete at a high level.
The community eagerly awaits the next round of games, as teams vie for supremacy in this celebrated local tournament.
Primary source: VINO