Sint Maarten Announces National Swim Team for Carifta 2026 Championships

The Sint Maarten Aquatic Federation (SMAF) has officially announced the National Swim Team selected to represent Sint Maarten at the CARIFTA 2026 Aquatics Championships, scheduled to take place in Martinique from April 2 to April 9, 2026.

According to SMAF, the athletes were chosen based on established benchmark criteria following a collaborative selection process involving representatives from all three local swim clubs. The federation highlighted the strength, dedication, and performance of the selected swimmers, noting that the team reflects the continued growth of competitive swimming on the island.

SMAF also confirmed that Dwight Vermeer will serve as National Coach for the championships, while Claudia Connor has been appointed as the SMAF Representative for the event.

The federation expressed confidence in the team as they prepare to compete against the region’s top young swimmers, proudly carrying the Sint Maarten flag on the international stage at CARIFTA 2026.