La Clery and Mabouya Kick Off SPFL Season with Splendid Wins

National forward Andrus Ti Pry Remy propelled defending champions La Clery to a victorious start in the new Saint Lucia Semi-Professional Football League, securing a 1-0 triumph over Canaries at Mindoo Phillip Park on Tuesday evening. Fans were also treated to the first season hat-trick during Mabouya Valley's impressive 5-0 rout of Choiseul. Despite facing weather delays over the weekend, La Clery's eagerness was palpable following their triumphant three-title haul in 2024. Remy, hailing from Marchand, scored the decisive goal on familiar turf, deftly maneuvering past defenders and seamlessly placing the ball past the onrushing goalkeeper into an open net. This mirrored last year's opening fixture, echoing Shaquille Degazon's 30th-minute winner. Meanwhile, Mabouya Valley surged to the top of the standings, driven by a stellar hat-trick from Maius Stanislaus, which included an assist from national midfielder Brandon Sandiford. With a total of 80 matches on the horizon, the season promises an exhilarating contest among 10 venues. At day's end, Mabouya Valley leads the pack, with Gros Islet, Central Castries, and La Clery close behind.