One of Jamaica’s most anticipated recreational corporate sports competitions is ready to throw its first dice this evening, as the National Association of Domino Bodies (NADB) Business House Domino League gets underway at Kingston’s Jacisera Park. Competition is set to commence at 7:00 p.m., with matches continuing through the night as corporate squads from across the parishes of Kingston and St. Andrew compete to claim an early advantage and bragging rights heading into the full preliminary round schedule.
Humbert Davis, who serves dual roles as president of the NADB and chairman of the tournament, expressed confidence in the new season’s structure and preparation ahead of the opening kickoff. Speaking exclusively to the Jamaica Observer, Davis shared a positive outlook for the weeks of competition ahead. “I expect a good tournament this season,” he stated. “The teams are well-prepared, the public and corporate interest is there, and Jacisera Park will be full of energy all night. People across the country love dominoes, and every business house always brings their top talent to compete.”
Beyond the competition for the league title, Davis emphasized that competitive spirit must go hand in hand with mutual respect and integrity on the board. He called on all participating players to uphold the values of fair play throughout the tournament. “This event is about showcasing skill, testing strategic thinking, and building pride for your company,” Davis explained. “But it must be played the right way. When we respect the game and respect each other, everybody wins, and the league grows stronger for future participants.”
Eight corporate teams have qualified for the preliminary round, split evenly across two competition zones. Only the top two squads from each zone will advance to the knockout stages of the championship, making every opening round match critical to setting the tone for the entire tournament. Organizers confirmed that tonight’s opening results will immediately shape the early standings and put frontrunners in pole position for advancement.
Zone 1 brings together four squads representing the National Housing Trust (NHT), the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information (MOESYI), GraceKennedy Money Services (GK), and host media outlet the Jamaica Observer. In the evening’s Zone 1 opening matches, NHT will face off against GK, while the Jamaica Observer takes on MOESYI.
In Zone 2, competitors include Covenant Insurance Brokers (CIB), the Post and Telecommunication Department (PTD), the Bank of Jamaica (BOJ), and the Port Authority of Jamaica (PA). The zone’s opening fixtures will pit CIB against BOJ, with PTD and PA rounding out the night’s match schedule.