Who Will Be the Wonder Women of 2025?

The fierce women of Belize’s security forces are battling each other in this year’s Wonder Woman Competition. Over three gruelling days, teams from the Belize Coast Guard, Belize Defence Force (BDF), and Belize Police Department will push their physical and mental limits in a test of strength, endurance, and teamwork.

The annual competition, now nearly a decade old, isn’t just about proving who’s the toughest—it’s about camaraderie, morale, and breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated fields. Lieutenant Commander Jasmine Bellini of the Belize Coast Guard says it’s all about giving women an opportunity to showcase their strength while representing their units. “And it’s mostly to build morale and represent your unit and represent your organisation and represent yourself as a woman in Belize,” Bellini explained.

Lieutenant Commander Alma Pinelo of the Belize Coast Guard Alphas, fresh off the first round, said her team was feeling confident. “Right now we’re feeling good. You never know what the teams will do in terms of the push-ups and sit-ups. I know for the run we did really good. We pushed ourselves really hard, so it’s a team effort,” she shared.

The BDF’s team, Phoenix, has dominated the competition in previous years and returned to defend their title. Lance Corporal Paquiul Suliany said her team was ready to take on the challenge, despite the nerves. “The energy is very active. At first, I was nervous, and I believe everybody is nervous, but I think we went there and did a great job. We are very energetic. We have a lot of strength,” Suliany said.

Meanwhile, the Belize Police Department’s team, Police Brave Hearts, is back for the third time, determined to shake off their underdog status. Assistant Superintendent Jane Usher, leading the charge, had a spirited take on their chances. “We lose every year, but the third year is a charm, so this year we’re going for it. But like I said, we’re new to it. We’re learning, we’re fielding our girls even while they’re working. We are just giving it our best for the department and for the love of the competition,” she said.

The Wonder Woman Competition 2025 will wrap with a shooting competition at the Hattieville Gallery Range, where the final scores will be tallied and a champion crowned. Until then, these women will continue to push past their limits, proving that Belize’s Wonder Women are as tough as they come.