Huge shout-out to Richard Starkley and Percy Rhoden of Meridian Construction, who took a tremendous leap of faith in sponsoring the 2025 MERIDIAN PAN AMERICAN MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS, held November 13–16 in the idyllic setting of the Tortola Sports Club in the British Virgin Islands.
This was PANAM SQUASH’s first-ever Masters Championships, and thanks to the persistence and dedication of Tortola Sports Club Squash Professional and Championship Chair Adam Murrills, the inaugural event was an overwhelming success.
Meridian Construction, a prominent construction firm specializing in major civil and marine engineering projects, has proudly hosted its own annual Masters tournament in Tortola every November for over 30 years. This year, PANAM SQUASH had the privilege of building on its rich legacy and unforgettable traditions, including the beloved Saturday Night BBQ and the legendary 8-hour Sunday awards boat cruise.
As the entourage sailed through the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, the vibe was electric; non-stop drinks flowing, Soca music blasting, and everybody jiving to the hypnotic rhythm. Highlights included a 5-star feast on Norman Island, followed by a stopover to the Cooper Island’s Rum Bar, daring jumps off the top deck of an old pirate ship, including rowdy sing-alongs with the feisty and hilarious Guatemala contingent.
An unforgettable kickoff to what promises to become some incredible Pan American Masters traditions.
CONGRATULATIONS to the inaugural PAN AMERICA’S MASTERS CHAMPIONS!
MEN’S 35+ CHAMPION
– Joe Chapman (BVI) Silver- Kevin Bailey (SVG)
Bronze- Horacio Guerra (GUA)
WOMEN’S 35+ CHAMPION- Vanessa Steinwall (CAN)
Silver- Lisa Pratt (CAN)
MEN’S 45+ CHAMPION- Roy DeFreitas (SVG)
Silver- Peter Pirtheesingh (T&T)
Bronze- Dion Anselm (BVI)
Consolation Winner- Cefv Velarde (GUA) over Decoy Mactavious (BVI)
MEN’S 55+ CHAMPION- John Musto (USA)
Silver- Mark Sealy (BAR)
Bronze-Luis Andrade (GUA) over Francisco Samayoa (GUA)
Consolation Winner- Paul Cowlard (BVI) over Mel Ferson (BVI)
WOMEN’S 55+ CHAMPION- Kathyrn Cowper (CAN)
Silver- Joanne Maxwell (CAN)
Bronze- Alison LeBar (CAN)
MEN’S 65+ CHAMPION- John Holley (TT)
Silver- Steven Baiker-McKee (USA)
Bronze- Wayne Pye (CAN) over Percy Rhoden (BVI)
Consolation Winner- Harold Meneses (GUA) over Bert Kornyei (USA)
The Pan American Meridian Cup was awarded to CANADA who accumulated the most points overall throughout the championship capturing 2 golds, 2 silver and 2 bronze. Players Alison LeBar, Joanne Maxwell, Kathryn Cowper, Lolly Gillen, Sarah Pratt, Vanessa Steinwall and Wayne Pye.
2nd PLACE BVI -Players Amy Roost, Chris Pease, Decoy Mactavious, Dennis Carmedy, Dion Anselm, Eddie Brockbank, Hannah Perkins, Joe Chapman, John Addo, Mel Ferson, Paul Cowlard, Percy Rhoden, Richard Starley, Theo Burke, Winston Findlay.
3rd PLACE USA- Players John Musto, Steven Baicker-McKee, Vijay Chitnis & Walter Lion)
“SAVE THE DATE”
2026 PAN AMERICAN MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
June 11-14, 2026
Medellin Country Club in Medellin, Colombia.
For information on the 2026 MERIDIAN Masters Tournament in BVI next November, Contact Adam Murrills today at bvisquash284@gmail.com