Curacao captured gold. They won the 7th Caribbean Baseball Cup. The tournament concluded in Nassau, Bahamas. The United States Virgin Islands earned bronze. Their victory was hard-fought. It was a significant achievement in regional sports.
The 7th Caribbean Baseball Cup ran from December 3-8, 2025. Andre Rodgers National Baseball Stadium hosted the event. Five teams competed in this baseball showcase. These nations were The Bahamas, Curacao, Dominican Republic, Sint Maarten, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This competition served a key purpose. It was a qualifier for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games. Cuba withdrew from the event. They cited expenses and automatic qualification. The tournament provides valuable experience. It is a vital part of Caribbean sports news.
Curacao faced the host nation, The Bahamas, in the final. The championship game was intense. Curacao showcased strong pitching. Starter Nelmerson Angela controlled the game. He allowed only one run over six innings. Tyreek Sherman also delivered impressive innings. Curacao’s offense struck early. They scored two runs in the fifth inning. This came against The Bahamas’ bullpen. Curacao added more runs later. They secured a decisive 5-1 victory. This win meant Curacao defended their title. They proved their dominance once more. The Bahamas played well as hosts. They reached the final game.
The battle for bronze was also exciting. The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) played Sint Maarten. The USVI team secured third place. They won the bronze medal game 6-4. Their offense came alive. The Virgin Islands team pounded out 11 hits. Zayd Brannigan led the charge. He was the leadoff batter. Brannigan tallied three hits. Rafeal Jackson and Isronel Wilson also contributed. They each collected two hits for the winners. Solid pitching secured the win. Tranetham Devin struck out six batters. He earned his first win of the event. Colton Andersen closed out the game. He picked up the crucial save. Jurgens Switzer took the loss for Sint Maarten. Raul Jacobs had two hits for Sint Maarten.
The USVI had a challenging tournament start. They suffered two heartbreaking one-point losses early on. However, the team showed resilience. They fought back with determination. USVI secured a crucial 3-2 win. They defeated the Dominican Republic in a close contest. Jonathan Ponder received an All-Tournament Award. This recognized his strong play. USVI’s journey highlights their competitive spirit. They overcame early setbacks. Their bronze medal finish was well-earned.
Other teams participated in the 7th Caribbean Baseball Cup. The Dominican Republic struggled. They finished in fifth place. They went 0-4 in round-robin play. Sint Maarten reached the bronze medal game. They showed competitive flashes. The Bahamas, as hosts, made a strong showing. They reached the championship final. Their fans supported them throughout.
The 7th Caribbean Baseball Cup concluded with strong performances. Curacao demonstrated championship pedigree. They repeated as winners. The USVI celebrated their bronze medal. Their journey exemplified determination. This tournament continues to be a vital platform. It showcases developing baseball talent. It also serves as a crucial qualifier. The competition fuels regional sports passion. It highlights the dynamic nature of baseball in the Caribbean.