Zorina McCoon

On Saturday night, 3 May the Dockside of Brac Reef Beach Resort was abuzz as the contestants in the Miss Teen pageant for Cayman Brac met with residents and got their first taste at modeling and getting used to talking to an audience. The aim of the event was to give them guidelines on changing their outfit quickly as well as getting their make up done at the same time.

Organizer of the programme, Ventisha Conolly said, “The girls, I felt, did a marvelous job and really now have a feel for what it takes to keep their composure when all eyes are on them.”

She continued by offering her appreciation to Stephanie Grizzel, the makeup artist, who she felt did a wonderful job, and fellow Lion Ramoutee Chattoor with assisting the girls in changing their apparels.  A big ‘thank you’ went out to Polly’s Landing and Brac Reef Beach Resort for the beachwear that the girls modeled and for co-sponsoring the event with Lions, she added.

Patrons at the event marveled at this year’s contestants and expressed that it would be a difficult decision for the judges.

Miss Teen Cayman Brac 2008 will take place on Saturday, 10 May at the Ashton Rutty Centre commencing at 6:30 pm. Ms Conolly is urging everyone to make the event a success by being punctual so that the show could start at the prescribed time.


Zorina McCoon – Age 15 years
Born to parents Charles and Stephanie McCoon
Hobbies include spending time with her father, hanging out with friends, going to the beach, singing and reading.
She entered Miss Teen to build her self-confidence and to accept herself for who she is. Her career goal is to be a Photographer or to pursue a career in the Tourism sector.
Platform: If I win Miss Teen 2008 I would like to get more involved with creating more recreational activities for youth.

Tashaena Young – Age 16 years
Born to parents Linda and Ian Young
Extra-curricular activities: Cayman Brac U-18 Netball Team
Hobbies include dancing and reading.
She entered Miss Teen because of encouragement by family members and friends and she would like to build her self-esteem in public speaking while putting herself out there.
Her career goal is to be a Choreographer or an Architect.
Platform: If I win Miss Teen CYB 2008, I will endeavour to represent my island with dignity and pride to the best of my ability and would want to display positive attributes by being a role model for the young ladies of Cayman Brac.

Vanessa Scott – Age 15 years
Born to parents Beverly and Warren Scott
She is involved in numerous extra-curricular activities such as the Cadet Corps, Junior Achievement and Church of God Holiness Youth Group.
Hobbies include swimming, reading, hanging out with her family.
She entered Miss Teen because she thinks it would be a good experience and a good opportunity to boost her self-confidence. She also participated in the competition because she wanted to try something new.
Her career goal is to be a Certified Public Accountant
Platform: If I win Miss Teen Cayman Brac 2008 I would like to help the youth get more involved in our Church youth programmes.

Samantha McLaughlin - age 17 years
Born to parents Careydean Smith and Philip McLaughlin
Samantha enjoys hanging out with family members.
Hobbies include cooking, traveling, exploring new things, and photography.
She entered Miss Teen CYB because it has always been her desire to take part in a pageant. She also entered to get more involved in the community, to meet people, being more visible in public and to be a role model for the young people of Cayman Brac.
Her career goal is to pursue a career in Hospitality & Hotel Management
Platform: If I were to win Miss Teen 2008, I would love to help create and implement cleaner and more wholesome activities for the youth.

Mya Dunkley – age 16 years
Born to parents Jacqueline Dunkley and Enid Ebanks
Extra-curricular activities: Cayman Brac U-18 Netball Team
Her hobbies include running, swimming, dancing, singing and hanging out with her family and friends. She entered Miss Teen to get a feel of something different and felt it would be a good experience to get out there and get in frame of mind for college and meeting new and different personalities.
Her career goal is to be a Professional Photographer or an Assistant Choreographer.
Platform: If I were to win Miss Teen Cayman Brac I would like to assist in getting our youth more involved in community activities and implementing programmes with the mindset of combating World Hunger and Poverty.