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Hillview College has solidified its dominance in the Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) by securing the First Citizens Boys’ ‘Big 5’ championship division playoffs. On November 12, the team achieved a decisive 2-0 victory over Speyside Secondary at their home ground in Tunapuna. This win marks their fourth consecutive triumph in the tournament, further cementing their status as this year’s champions. Khalid Jones, the standout player of the match, scored both goals in the eighth and fifteenth minutes, setting the tone for Hillview’s commanding performance. Speyside, the Tobago championship division winners, faced their first loss in the five-team competition, having had their previous three matches postponed due to inter-island travel challenges. They are now set to play rescheduled games against Mucurapo West Secondary, Palo Seco, and Presentation College Chaguanas. Meanwhile, Palo Seco, the south championship division victors, secured their first Big 5 win with a 2-1 victory over central champions ‘Pres.’ With Mucurapo West currently in second place, the race for promotion to the premier division for the 2026 campaign remains intense. Hillview College, with 12 points, leads the standings, followed by Mucurapo West with six points and Palo Seco with three.

Signal Hill Secondary continued their impressive late-season surge in the Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) premiership standings with a commanding 4-0 victory over St Anthony’s College on November 13. The match, held at Signal Hill’s home ground in Tobago, showcased the team’s determination to challenge for the title. Jermaine Morgan opened the scoring in the 17th minute, followed by J’Meke Watkins, who doubled the lead just five minutes later. After halftime, Kyle James extended the advantage in the 49th minute, and Immanual Wright sealed the emphatic win with a fourth goal in the 79th minute. The result propelled Signal Hill into fourth place in the standings, tied with St Anthony’s on 25 points but with a superior goal difference. In another rescheduled fixture, Scarborough Secondary secured a crucial 4-1 victory against Trinity East, though they remain in the relegation zone. The league resumes on November 17, with Signal Hill set to face St Augustine Secondary in another pivotal match. The final rounds of the season promise intense competition, with Signal Hill potentially challenging league leaders Naparima College for the title on November 27.

Naparima College has reclaimed the top spot in the 2025 Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) premier division, positioning themselves as the frontrunners for the title. Their 1-0 victory against St Mary’s College on November 10 propelled them to 34 points, one point ahead of St Benedict’s College. With only one match remaining, Naparima’s manager, Percy Samlalsingh, emphasized the importance of securing a win in their final game to clinch the championship. Despite describing their recent performance as their worst of the season, Samlalsingh highlighted the team’s resilience in overcoming a mid-season slump that saw them earn just one point in three matches. The team now looks forward to their decisive match against Signal Hill on November 27, which could secure their fifth premier division title, having previously won in 2014, 2015, 2018, and 2019. Samlalsingh also noted the team’s significant improvement from last season, where they finished seventh, and expressed optimism about bringing another trophy to Naparima College.

The 2025 Special Olympics Beach Games, held on November 8 at Maracas Bay, Trinidad and Tobago, was a vibrant celebration of athleticism, teamwork, and social inclusion. Supported by the Digicel Foundation, the event brought together 125 athletes with intellectual disabilities from across the nation to compete in a variety of sports, including football, volleyball, and bocce. The games, a highlight of Special Olympics TT’s (SOTT) annual program, aimed to promote physical fitness and foster a sense of community among participants. The event was officially inaugurated by the Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs, Phillip Watts, while SOTT chairman Major Benjamin led the ceremonial lighting of the Olympic Torch, symbolizing the spirit of unity and perseverance. Georgina Peterkin, a board director of SOTT, expressed her satisfaction with the day’s proceedings, emphasizing the event’s role in showcasing the limitless potential of athletes with disabilities. The Digicel Foundation, a long-standing partner of SOTT, continues to advocate for opportunities that allow individuals with disabilities to excel and inspire others. The Beach Games not only provided a platform for competition but also highlighted the joy and camaraderie that come with inclusive sports, leaving a lasting impact on all who participated and witnessed the event.

The bpTT-All Mayaro Sports Foundation (AMSF) Football League 2025 commenced with a thrilling exhibition match on November 8, where the Mayaro Under-23 men’s XI secured a 2-0 victory against the women’s senior national football team. The match, held at the Mayaro Resource Centre, showcased the young talents of Mayaro, with 18-year-old Kylon Mitchell scoring a stunning goal in the first half and 16-year-old Ezekiel Morris sealing the win in the final minutes. Despite dominating possession and creating opportunities, the national women’s team was unable to convert their chances, including a missed penalty. The event marked the beginning of a 27-year-old tradition, sponsored by bpTT and organized by AMSF, which has become a cornerstone of Mayaro’s sporting calendar. This year’s league features an open-competition format, with eight regional teams participating in the Razack Jan Memorial League and the Leston Paul Knockout Cup. Additionally, the bpTT-AMSF Youth Football Festival will highlight U17 male and female players, alongside initiatives to raise breast cancer awareness. Matthew Pierre, bpTT’s community liaison coordinator, emphasized the community’s rich football legacy, while Jameson Rigues, TTFA vice-president and AMSF chairman, praised bpTT’s continued investment in youth development and world-class facilities.