The Ministry of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries, in collaboration with the Department of Sports, has officially opened registration for the Antigua and Barbuda National Sports Awards 2025. This esteemed annual event, scheduled for February 28, 2026, at the Royalton Resort, will honor the nation’s top athletes, coaches, administrators, and sporting organizations for their exceptional contributions to sports development. Under the patronage of The Honourable Daryll S. Matthew, Minister of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries, the ceremony will recognize excellence across various categories, including Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, Junior Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, Coach of the Year, Administrator of the Year, Association of the Year, Special Recognition Awards for Lifetime Achievers, and the Mind Sports Award of the Year. Minister Matthew highlighted the significance of the awards, stating, ‘The National Sports Awards are a testament to the dedication and resilience of our athletes, inspiring future generations and fostering national pride.’ Mr. Cleofoster Harris, Chairman of the Awards Committee, urged stakeholders to submit nominations, emphasizing the role of these awards in motivating athletes to continue representing Antigua and Barbuda with distinction. The event will also feature live entertainment and tributes to legendary figures in the nation’s sports history. Registration forms are available at the Ministry of Sports Headquarters on Factory Road, with nominations due by November 30, 2025. For inquiries, contact [email protected].
Antigua and Barbuda to Celebrate Sporting Excellence at the 2025 National Sports Awards
