BARBADOS scored a comprehensive nine-wicket win over Dominica on Monday to clinch their first points of the West Indies Women’s tournament.

Playing at the Wales ground, Barbados dismissed Dominica for 56 and then cruised to 58 for one, as they rebounded from their disappointing loss to Jamaica on Saturday.

Jamaica, meanwhile, continued their dominance by defeating St Lucia by 36 runs at the Demerara Cricket Club ground.

Barbados’ victory was orchestrated by off-spinner Charlene Taitt who snared five wickets for three runs from 4.2 mesmerising overs as Dominica were bundled out in 28 overs.

Taitt, who was given the ball first change, immediately gained success by taking wickets at will on a pitch that produced good bounce and turn.

She was admirably supported by the right-arm medium pacer and skipper Danielle Small who instigated the collapse to finish with three for 11 off six overs.

Stephney Greyson chipped in with a patient and determined 21 which gave the score some respectability.

When Barbados batted, the in-form West Indies batter Pamela Lavine stroked an unbeaten 21 while opener Deandra Dottin scored 20 not out, as Barbados reached their target in the 13th over.