Bahamas bounce back, dominate Suriname in 32-point win

Nov 14, 2025 Sports

Kaieteur Sports – The Bahamas bounced back in a big way at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall on Thursday night, overpowering Suriname 77–45 to secure their first victory of the FIBA Women’s Caribbean Championship.

Led by a sensational performance from guard Lashann Higgs, who exploded for 35 points on 13-of-29 shooting, The Bahamas controlled the tempo from tip-off to final buzzer.

Bahamas bounce back, dominate Suriname in 32-point win

Action between Suriname and The Bahamas in the FIBA Women’s Caribbean Championship. (FIBA)

Higgs was lethal from beyond the arc, knocking down six triples and adding seven rebounds, seven assists and four steals in a complete, floor-general performance.

While Higgs stole the spotlight, The Bahamas enjoyed strong contributions across the rotation.

Valerie Nesbitt added 13 points, four rebounds and six assists, providing stability at the point.

Michell Butler had 10 points on 5-of-7 shooting while pulling down eight rebounds.

Forward La’Tavia Braynen dominated the glass with 11 rebounds, adding four points and three steals as The Bahamas owned the interior.

The team shot 33-of-83 (39.7%) from the field, including 8-of-22 (36.3%) from deep, and punished Suriname on the boards with a 46–33 rebounding advantage.

Lashann Higgins piloted The Bahamas to their first win of the FIBA Women’s Caribbean Championships. (FIBA)

Suriname flashed moments of promise but could not maintain consistency against the Bahamian pressure defense.

Rising talent Beyonce Jedinie led the way with 15 points and nine rebounds, working tirelessly on both ends. Chiniqua Pengel added 10 points, finishing with 5-of-9, while Shakya Peroti chipped in 6 points and three rebounds.

However, Suriname’s outside shooting woes proved costly. They hit just 2-of-12 (16.7%) from three-point range and turned the ball over 38 times, allowing The Bahamas to convert easy points in transition.

The Bahamas forced Suriname into uncomfortable shots from the opening quarter, using high traps and ball-pressure schemes to disrupt their half-court sets.

Those defensive stops fueled a series of fast-break buckets, allowing The Bahamas to stretch the lead and never look back.

With the victory, The Bahamas moves to 1–1 after losing their opening game to Guyana, while Suriname drops to 0–2, following their first-game defeat to Jamaica.

The action continues tonight at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall as teams battle for regional supremacy and a place at Centrobasket 2026.

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