KRALENDIJK – The delegations of St. Eustatius and Saba have arrived on Bonaire for the Weganan Interinsular 2026 tournament, marking the start of a weekend of regional basketball competition.
Athletes, coaches and support staff from both islands were welcomed upon arrival, joining teams from Sint Maarten ahead of the 3x3 basketball matches scheduled for February 27 and 28. During the two-day tournament, the visiting islands will face teams from Bonaire, Aruba, Curaçao and Suriname.
For St. Eustatius and Saba, participation in the inter-island games represents more than sport alone. The event provides young athletes with an opportunity to compete at a higher regional level, strengthen inter-island ties, and gain exposure beyond their home communities. Both islands have been investing steadily in youth sports development in recent years, with basketball emerging as a growing discipline.
Officials expressed appreciation for the opportunity to take part in the competition and highlighted the importance of regional cooperation within the Dutch Caribbean and the wider Caribbean community.
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The tournament is organized by Instituto di Deporte Boneiriano and is expected to draw supporters and sports enthusiasts from across the region throughout the weekend.
