The pair defeated Victoria Koylass and Yin Lee Assang in straight sets, taking the first set 6-2 and dropped one more game in the second set to win 6-3.

Mohammed will be going for her second crown today when she comes up against Solange Skeene in the women’s singles final from 3 pm. Yesterday, Skeene defeated Anya King 7-5, 6-2 while Mohammed outlasted Assang 6-1, 6-2 in the semifinals.

In the first round of the mixed doubles, Brian Jackson and Donna Chin Lee got past Adam Escalante and Lena Beneventi in straight sets 6-2, 6-0. The Nwokolo siblings also advanced to the second round as Ebolum and Osenyonye defeated Kevon Baptiste and Andrea Douglas 6-3, 6-4, while Jerome Ward and Lily Lanser outlasted former Tennis TT president Michael Cooper and Carla Joseph 6-1, 6-4.

Phillip now joins his clubmate and West Indies Under- 19 Player Jyd Goolie as a 2016/2017 Red Force debutant.

Phillip, a talented medium fast bowler, has been excelling at training and he is now rewarded with a national call-up.

He joins an illustrious group of cricketers who played for First Citizens Clarke Road United before making their first class debuts, including Suruj Ragoonath, Daren Ganga, Mukesh Persad, Gregory Mahabir, Derone Davis, Adrian Barath and Nicholas Pooran, to name a few.

“At a leadership level, the club is very proud of Kyle Hope, as a performer and as a captain of the Red Force outfit. Hope has taken over from another First Citizens Clarke Road Member, Yannick Ottley.

The positive contribution of First Citizens Clarke Road United continues to pay dividends to its immediate community, our country and our region,” a press release from Clarke Road United said

Queen’s Park will face First Citizens Clarke Road at St Mary’s College Ground in St Clair.

In round three, Queen’s Park defeated Powergen by 53 runs in a low scoring encounter, while Clarke Road lost by eight wickets to Tableland.

The Parkites were led by West Indies spinner Sunil Narine and Darren Deonarine in round three.

Narine grabbed five for 68 and 4/38 in the match and also contributed 48 valuable runs in his team’s second innings.

Deonarine finished with eight wickets in the match after snatching 4/32 and 4/44.

Clarke Road were disappointing with bat and ball against Tableland. Sean Siloch was the only batsman to score a half century for Clarke Road during the match. The Clarke Road bowlers also struggled as Tableland posted 316/9 in their first innings.

In other matches today, Jailal Enterprise Victoria and Central Sports will play at the Barrackpore West Secondary Ground, while Tableland and Powergen will face off at the Sancho St Julien Road Recreation Ground in Princes Town.

In the last match of the round Merry Boys and Alescon Comets will battle at the Brian Lara Recreation Ground in Santa Cruz.

The same fixtures will take place in the 50-over competition tomorrow, before round four of the three-day competition concludes next weekend.

TODAY’S FIXTURES Queen’s Park vs First Citizens Clarke Road, St Mary’s College Ground Jailal Enterprise Victoria vs Central Sports, Barrackpore West Secondary Tableland vs Powergen, Sancho St Julien Road Recreation Merry Boys vs Alescon Comets, Brian Lara Recreation.

The meet serves as the final qualifier the 11 and over age group swimmers for the CARIFTA Championships and is also a qualifier for the CCCAN Championships which will be held in this country.

The finals of the Boys 9-10 100m butterfly saw Zachary Anthony of Marlins Swim Club copping the gold medal in a time of 1:20.11, followed closely by Giovanni Rivas of Flying Fish Swim Club who touched the wall in 1:20.17. Quillon Leera of Tidal Wave Aquatics copped bronze, stopping the clock at 1:26.52.

In the finals of the Girls 11-12 50m butterfly, Zachary’s clubmate and older sister, Zoe, showed impressive form in the water as she secured CARIFTA and CCCAN qualifying in 31.99 seconds.

Neishelah Caseman of Tidal Wave came in second, clocking 32.75 seconds, while her clubmate, Gabrielle Vickles, took the bronze medal in a time of 32.96 seconds.

Amateur Swimming Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ASATT ) president, Wendell Lai Hing, spoke to Newsday during the preliminary events, stating he was pleased with the turnout of supporters.

“I am not surprised the stands are filling up nicely due to the fact that over 280 athletes registered for the event; it was also the last qualifying opportunity for these athletes for the upcoming tournaments, so it is always lovely to see the supporters and lovers of the sport come out to view the young talant,” he said.

Lai Hing also took the time to urge the public to attend the Championships and utilise the facility which he says will help push aquatic sports in the right direction.

He said large crowds are beneficial to the athletes as it acts as a motivational factor for them.

Last evening saw the official opening ceremony of the meet as the main event continues this evening at 6pm and tomorrow morning at 9 am. The tournament concludes on Sunday night.

The Red Force were dismissed for a dismal 202 batting first, before the Jaguars closed on 38 for one in reply. The return of Jason Mohammed and Evin Lewis did not help the Red Force as old habits returned to spoil their day.

Lewis fell for 22 and Mohammed lost his wicket for 11. Both were both part of the West Indies team in the recently concluded One Day International series against England.

TT were relatively comfortably poised at lunch on 62/1, with only Lewis losing his wicket.

Left-handed Isaiah Rajah played positively after the break, hitting a few boundaries. Hope, who scored a century in the last round against the Windward Islands Volcanoes, got into the action, cracking spin bowler Devendra Bishoo for four through the covers.

Hope, who never looked convincing at the crease, was caught by Shimron Hetmyer in the slips for 23 off Raymon Reifer with the score on 81.

Mohammed showed aggression when he came to the middle, however, that aggression led to his demise as he could only find the edge to wicketkeeper Anthony Bramble off Bishoo after attempting an expansive drive.

Rajah also gave his wicket away, caught at long on off Bishoo’s bowling for 41. Imran Khan and Yannic Cariah then fought valiantly to rescue the Red Force innings with a 61-run fifth wicket partnership with Khan taking the attack to Guyana. Khan, though, was next to go, caught by Veerasammy Permaul off medium pacer Romario Shepherd for 36 off 58 deliveries with seven fours. Cariah became Shepherd’s next victim, pouched for 33 by Permaul attempting a pull shot to leave TT on 177/6.

TT wicketkeeper Steven Katwaroo, who scored a half century in the last round, entertained the small crowd but his knock of 20 could only get TT to 202. Bryan Charles was the last batsmen dismissed, hitting one straight to mid on off Permaul. Nine of the 10 TT batsmen dismissed were out caught. Reifer finished as the top bowler, snatching 3/48 in 15 overs, while Shepherd (2/36), Permaul (2/59) and Bishoo (2/46) all took two wickets.

SCOREBOARD
Red Force vs Guyana Jaguars
TT Red Force 1st inns
K Hope c Hetmyer b Reifer …………….23
E Lewis c Fudadin b Paul ……………….22
I Rajah c Singh b Bishoo ………………..41
J Mohammed c +Bramble b Bishoo …11
Y Cariah c Permaul b Shepherd ………33
I Khan c Permaul b Shepherd …………36
S Katwaroo c Johnson b Reifer ……….20
K Pierre c Hetmyer b Permaul…………..1
M Richards b Reifer …………………………7
B Charles c G Moti-Kanhai b Permaul .0
A Phillip not out ……………………………….0
EXTRAS: (B2, 4LB, 2NB) ………………..8
TOTAL: (all out) …………………………..202
Fall of Wickets: 34, 81, 94, 111, 172,
177, 192, 197, 202, 202
BOWLING: Shepherd 16.2-8-36-2; Reifer
15-4-48-3; Permaul 23.1-5-59-2; Paul
5.4-3-7-1; Bishoo 16-4-46-2
Guyana Jaguars lst inns
S Hetmyer c Pierre b Charles………….15
R Chandrika not out ………………………12
D Bishoo not out ……………………………..6
EXTRAS: (B4, NB1) ………………………..5
TOTAL: (for one wicket) …………………38
Fall of Wicket: 27
Still to Bat: L Johnson, A Fudadin, R
Shepherd, V Singh, G Moti-Kanhai, R
Reifer, V Permaul, A Bramble
BOWLING: Richards 5-2-12-0; Phillip
3-017-0; Charles 2-0-5-1

The programme will pay tribute to Patti Rogers who passed away last November.

Rogers who was a regular performer at event was last featured in 2016. A number of her favourite songs including God Bless This Child and Walk on By will be dedicated to her memory.

Morica Cagan will open the series on April 1 at 8.30 pm.

She was one of the star performers in 2015.

Moricia has toured China and Malaysia where she performed at a number of hotels and has also spent time in Cuba perfecting her craft and performing alongside Cuba’s top percussionist Conguero Jesus Madiera.

Bri Celestine started singing with The Bishop Anstey High School Choir competing and placing in The National Music Festival on several occasions.

Celestine continued her musical training at The Associated Studio London, the Royal Academy of Music (London) and was also a member of the Goldsmiths Vocal Ensemble (London).

She will be performing songs from the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone and Billy Holiday on April 8.

Jolene Romain has been a freelance vocal musician for the past 15 years. Her musical journey began in primary school and she continued performing and competing in the Music Festivals as well as other competitions mainly as a soloist.

Romain loves performing a combination of jazz with a fusion of pop and classical music and will perform a number of legendary jazz hits on April 15.

Rachel Mya Scott is the youngest performer ever in the Women in Jazz series. This young, gifted and talented vocalist started off performing with the acapella group Melodyne and is now a student at The Academy of The Performing Arts under the tutelage of the Leah Brown. Scott performs on April 22.

The final show on April 29 will feature Jacqui Johnson.

Her love for music led her to the Marionettes Choral at 16 being then the youngest member in the group and has performed for audiences across TT and is now one of the most sought-after jazz singers.

All shows are free.

Bri started the show with Hello after which she talked about meeting this breathtaking beautiful guy but she was making way for the second song Simply Beautiful. This was followed by Only Fools Rush In.

Guitarist Dean Williams came into the spotlight when Bri started Can’t Help Falling In Love With You. The duo worked the song very well and when she was finished Bri told the audience, “Always tell people in your life you love them and why you love them.” He Loves Me followed as Bri told the audience of her perfect love and her question to herself, “Is it real?” Saxophonist Tony Paul got his turn in the spotlight when the singer started Will You Still love Me Tomorrow. Once again the duo held the audience captive with their performance.

Bri introduced her special guest in Conrad Parris who delivered For All We Know with her before taking an intermission.

The second half continued with love songs like I’m A fool to Want You, We’ll Fly an original composition by Bri, Heart is as Black as Night and I Put a Spell on You.

Parris was back on stage to do Whenever Wherever Whatever while Bri continued with If You go Away, I Never Dream and Feeling Good. When the audience asked for more Bri finished off with Somewhere Over The Rainbow.

It was truly an evening full of jazz standards which were well put over by the singer and equally received by the audience.

Other musicians on the session were Tomo Harewood (bass), Leigh Tang (keys), Shaquille Noel (drums) with Nataki Lendor and Noel Espinoza (vocals).

Under the title: “Enabling people with Down Syndrome to speak up, be heard, and influence Government policy and action to be fully included in the community, the first conference takes place in Tobago at the Magdalena Grand on Monday from 9 am and on Tuesday at the Hyatt Regency in Port-of-Spain.

Feature speaker at both events is 35-yearold Sujeet Desai who is an accomplished musician born with Down Syndrome who plays seven instruments.

He will also perform at a free concert at Fiesta Plaza, MovieTowne, Port-of-Spain tomorrow at 4.30 pm. Also performing at the concert are Invaders Youth Orchestra featuring Kelly Simmons and Danielle Gulston, the Alternative Quartet, the 2 Cents Movement and the Holistic School Orchestra.

Desai, an honours graduate from the Berkshire Hills Music Academy in Massachusetts, travels worldwide to do inspirational solo music performances and self-advocacy workshops.

His mission is to send a message across the world that given opportunities for their abilities individuals with disabilities can “make it happen.” The Down Syndrome Family Network is partnering with the US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago to make Desai’s visit possible. The embassy has been instrumental in supporting the network’s work of in capacity building and advocacy efforts.

Other guest speakers are Carol Janine, second vice president, National Down Syndrome; Therese Kay Holt from Indiana, Jeanmarie Hill from Texas and Dr Prithiziraj Bahadursingh of the University of the West Indies.

The Hyatt conference starts at 9 am and is free to those with Down Syndrome others pay $300 which include coffee breaks, lunch and conference materials.

An after party will be sponsored by the Hyatt Regency.

Registration can be done online through dsfamilynetwork.

org. For more info: 767-1017 in Tobago and 746-1618 in Trinidad.

A feature of The Shelter’s movie premiere was a draw of door prizes donated by The Village Superstores, Arnim’s Framing, AMCO, Unilever, Ian Rooks and Abigail Sabeeney.

The organisation also received support for the purchase of tickets from Guardian Group, First Citizens and UM Bulk Trading.

The Shelter’s chairman Anthony M Inglefield thanked sponsors and donors who continue to provide a sanctuary to victims of domestic violence and their children.

He also thanked everyone who played a part in making the event a success and to patrons for their support, said a media release.

Established in 1987, The Shelter was formed in response to a growing awareness of domestic violence and a greater need for support for victims.

As a registered charity, it is run by an elected board of volunteers and is operated through its own fund-raising initiatives.

For more info or how you can help: 628-0861, or www.

trinidadshelter.com or TrinidadShelter on Facebook. I f you or someone you know needs help escaping an abusive situation, contact the Domestic Violence Hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 800-SAVE (7283).

Paria Waterfall, a favourite destination of many, was affected by the freak storm. The route from the beach to the cascade now seems unrecognisable and at its base there is a pile-up of debris as high as 30 feet. The picnic area encircling the falls is now relocated to its northern side and along its circumference are giant rocks deposited by the furious energy of the downpour.

The river source, which comes from remote areas of the Northern Range, is refreshing, clean and crystal clear. Remaining is the large plunge pool where one can test their skills swimming against the current. There is an overhang located at the back of the cascade where swimmers can observe the fascination of the flow. Alongside the riverbank, some noticeable vegetation are the Maraval lilies (spathiphyllum cannifolium), cannonball (couroupita guianensis) and chaconia (warszewiczia coccinea). Despite the changes, Paria remains one place every Trinbagonian should visit since there are lots of beautiful attractions to fascinate the nature lover.

The beach with its silky smooth sand is 1.5 km long and every year from February to July the leatherback turtles come ashore to nest. On the eastern end of the bay there’s a lovely spot for a splash at the River’s Mouth where the soothing waters remain calm as a lagoon. During high tide the backlash of seawater into the river attracts a variety of small marine fish. The vegetation at the river’s mouth consist primarily of red mangrove and coconut trees grow abundantly on the beach. At the western end, the sea eroded the landscape to create a spectacular arch called Cathedral Rock.

The coastal walk from the Blanchisseuse Spring Bridge to Paria Beach will take 90 minutes to two hours depending on one’s pace.

The trail is broad and detailed with some short inclines. Along the way, an attractive place to take photos is Turtle Rock where the coastal sceneries are magnificent.

There is a need to preserve our natural treasures for future generations to inherit. It is only a matter of time before the authorities recognise Paria’s Beach importance as a major tourist attraction. However, weekend campers and visitors can protect the environment by not cutting down valuable trees and littering.

This negligence leads to beach erosion and endangerment to turtle hatchlings and wildlife.

Tomorrow, Island Hikers visit Paria Bay and waterfall.

Assembly: 7 am at the entrance to Central Bank Auditorium or 7.30 am opposite Sam’s Bar Maracas Bay.

Rating 4-5 moderately challenging The hiking time one-way: 1 ? – 2 hours Depart beach by 2 pm (return by 4 pm) Bring a hat for sunshade, light refreshments and a litre of drinking water.

This hike is recommended for children seven years and up.

Registration on the morning of the hike.

Security provided for the vehicles at Marian Beach Resort.

Maxi taxi transportation provided from Central Bank Auditorium For more info visit www.islandhikers.

com