The Dominica Football Association (DFA) has announced that the national women’s football team, affectionately known as the Sisserou Girls, will compete against Jamaica in a pivotal CONCACAF Women’s Qualifier. The match is set to take place on Saturday, November 29, at 3 PM at the Daren Sammy Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St. Lucia. This encounter represents a significant milestone in Dominica’s ongoing efforts to elevate women’s football within the region and enhance the nation’s presence on the global sports stage. Head Coach Ronnie Gustave expressed immense pride in the team’s dedication, stating, ‘Our women have demonstrated remarkable discipline and resilience. They’ve trained rigorously and are fully prepared to represent Dominica with pride.’ The team recently participated in the WIFA Tournament in St. Vincent, where, despite not securing a medal, they gained invaluable insights into their strengths and areas needing improvement. Coach Gustave emphasized the team’s focus on fundamentals and structure, highlighting their readiness to face Jamaica, a regional powerhouse. He drew inspiration from recent successes in men’s qualifiers, asserting that ‘small islands can achieve big things.’ The squad has been bolstered by the inclusion of several overseas-based players, including Jewel Harve, Trinity Esprit, and Chloe Lecointe, who joined during intensive training sessions. The full roster, featuring a mix of goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, is supported by a dedicated coaching and medical staff. Dominica is grouped with Jamaica, Guyana, Nicaragua, and Antigua and Barbuda in Group B of the qualification campaign. The DFA has urged Dominicans worldwide to rally behind the Sisserou Girls as they strive to make their mark on the international stage.
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National footballer Eartha Pond nominated for UK Sports Award
National footballer Eartha Pond has been recognized for her exceptional contributions to grassroots sports with a nomination for the Grassroots Sportswoman of the Year Award, part of The Sunday Times Sportswomen of the Year 2025 Awards. Pond, a former defender for top clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur, has also represented the Piton Girlz in 2023. Beyond her athletic achievements, she is a dedicated community activist and social entrepreneur. The award, as highlighted in an official letter shared on Pond’s social media, honors women who break barriers and unite communities through the joy of sports and physical activity. Pond’s nomination is largely attributed to her impactful work with the “Girls Allowed” programme, which has engaged over 8,000 girls across the UK in diverse sports, and her “Mums Allowed” initiative, empowering women to rediscover movement and wellbeing. Additionally, she has sponsored kits for Saint Lucia’s national women’s team. Expressing her gratitude on Instagram, Pond emphasized her long-standing commitment to grassroots efforts in education, sports, and policy. Voting for the awards is open to UK residents until December 20, 2025, with winners announced on February 4, 2026.
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Antigua and Barbuda Senior Women’s National Team Commences 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Campaign
The Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) has officially launched the Senior Women’s National Team’s journey in the Concacaf Qualifiers for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, set to take place in Brazil. The team’s campaign begins with a home match against Nicaragua on Thursday, November 27th, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. This fixture signifies the start of a pivotal competitive phase for the nation’s women’s football program. Following this, the team will head to Turks and Caicos in December for a series of friendly matches. The qualifying schedule includes four group-stage matches: a home game against Guyana on March 5, 2026, an away match against Jamaica on April 10, 2026, and a final fixture against Dominica on April 14, 2026. The top team in the group will progress to the 2026 Concacaf W Championship in November 2026. The ABFA has reiterated its commitment to advancing women’s football through investments in technical programs, coaching development, grassroots initiatives, and women’s competitions. The association calls on supporters, partners, and stakeholders to rally behind the Senior Women’s National Team as they represent the nation on the regional and international stage. The final squad includes notable players such as goalkeepers Anik Jarvis and Amyah Hodge, forwards Gabrielle De Suza and Kai Jacobs, midfielders Zolique Samuel and Kevoncia James, and defenders Brianna Roberts and Carlene Thomas.
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Phillip helps steer Wolfpack into NCAA Sweet 16
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Donavan Phillip, the star forward from Saint Lucia, reignited his scoring prowess to propel the North Carolina State Wolfpack men’s soccer team into the NCAA Championship Sweet 16. The match, held on Sunday, November 23, at Dail Soccer Stadium in Raleigh, saw the Wolfpack secure a decisive 2-0 victory over Marshall. Phillip, who had been in a five-game scoring drought, opened the scoring with a header in the second minute, capitalizing on a corner-kick delivered by Riley Moloney. This goal marked Phillip’s 16th of the season, a feat not achieved by a Wolfpack player since 1991, and placed him among the top 10 goal-scorers in the school’s history. Only five players have scored more in a single season since 1961, with Sam Okpodu holding the record of 29 goals in 1982. Moloney, a defender recently named to the All-ACC Freshman team, added to the tally in the 59th minute with a deflected corner-kick that found the back of the net. The Wolfpack now prepare to host UNC Greensboro on November 30, following UNCG’s upset victory over No. 2 seed Virginia. The teams previously met in October, resulting in a 1-1 draw. With six of the 16 seeded teams already eliminated, the tournament promises more excitement as the Wolfpack aim to continue their championship journey.
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Miguel Coley agrees to join Reggae Boyz coaching staff
Miguel Coley, the former assistant coach of Jamaica’s national football team, the Reggae Boyz, has officially agreed to return to the role on an interim basis. This decision follows the finalization of an agreement with the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) on Wednesday. Coley will rejoin the national team alongside interim Head Coach Rudolph Speid, forming a key part of the technical team as Jamaica prepares for the FIFA Inter-Confederation Playoffs in March 2026, where the team will vie for a spot in the FIFA World Cup.
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Mbappe hits four as Real Madrid hold off Olympiacos in thriller
In a thrilling Champions League encounter on Wednesday, Kylian Mbappe delivered a masterclass performance, scoring all four goals as Real Madrid edged past Olympiacos 4-3 in Piraeus, Greece. The victory marked a crucial turnaround for Madrid, ending a three-match winless streak across all competitions. Olympiacos initially took the lead with a stunning 20-yard strike from Chiquinho, but Mbappe swiftly took center stage, becoming the competition’s top scorer this season. The French captain equalized in the 22nd minute with a precise finish, followed by a header two minutes later and a hat-trick goal just six minutes and 42 seconds after his first—the second fastest in Champions League history. Substitute Mehdi Taremi briefly revived Olympiacos’ hopes with a header, but Mbappe sealed the win with his fourth goal, assisted by Vinicius Junior. Despite a late goal from Ayoub El Kaabi, Madrid held on to secure their fourth win in five Champions League matches. Coach Xabi Alonso praised the team’s resilience, emphasizing the importance of breaking their losing streak. Madrid now sit fifth in the standings, with crucial fixtures against Manchester City, Monaco, and Benfica ahead.
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Liverpool humbled again as Arsenal down Bayern in Champions League
The UEFA Champions League delivered a night of high drama and unexpected results, with Liverpool’s woes deepening, Arsenal making a statement, and Kylian Mbappe stealing the spotlight. Liverpool’s 4-1 defeat to PSV Eindhoven at Anfield marked their ninth loss in 12 games across all competitions, piling pressure on manager Arne Slot. PSV capitalized on defensive errors, with Guus Til and Couhaib Driouech sealing the victory after an early penalty by Ivan Perisic. Slot admitted the disappointment but praised his team’s first-half response. Meanwhile, Arsenal ended Bayern Munich’s unbeaten run with a commanding 3-1 win, moving to the top of the 36-team table. Jurrien Timber, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Martinelli scored for the Gunners, who maintained their perfect record in the competition. In Paris, PSG overcame Tottenham in an eight-goal thriller, with Vitinha scoring a hat-trick in a 5-3 victory. Kylian Mbappe was the star of the night, netting four goals as Real Madrid edged Olympiacos 4-3. Elsewhere, Atletico Madrid snatched a late win against Inter Milan, while Atalanta and Pafos secured notable results in their respective matches.
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San Fernando Tennis Club celebrates City Month with one-day tournament
In honor of San Fernando City Month, the San Fernando Tennis Club is set to organize a one-day Juniors and Open tournament at Skinner Park on November 29, starting at 9 am. This event aims to celebrate the city’s rich tennis heritage and showcase the talents of its standout players. Senior member Patrick Charles highlighted the club’s 62-year history, emphasizing its role in nurturing champions across various local formats. Among its notable alumni are Akiel Duke and Kino Francis, both of whom have represented Trinidad and Tobago at the Davis Cup (Americas) level. Akiel Duke, a 31-year-old left-handed player with a double-handed backhand, first competed in the Davis Cup as a junior in 2014 and made his most recent appearance in 2023. A former University of TT (UT) Patriots Tennis student-athlete, Duke is the 2019 Shell Tranquility men’s singles champion and holds a National Engineering Technician Diploma (NETD) in mechanical engineering. In 2020, he established Duke’s Tennis Academy, now based at Heritage Petroleum, Pointe-a-Pierre. Kino Francis, another product of the San Fernando Tennis Club, has been a member since he first picked up a racquet. Raised in Embacadere, San Fernando, Francis developed through the local tennis pathway and went on to represent Trinidad and Tobago. His passion for player development led him into coaching, where he has made significant contributions. Francis served as the Junior Davis Cup coach in 2023 and 2024, guiding TT to consecutive second-place finishes—the country’s best results in the tournament’s history. In 2025, he coached the boys U14 World Juniors team to a fourth-place finish. Francis also played a pivotal role as an assistant coach for the TT men’s Davis Cup team in 2024. Today, he continues to shape future champions through his tennis academy, Kourtside Konnection, dedicated to developing young talent and expanding opportunities for youth in the sport.
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Dinking Problem cop SPIRIT Mas Pickleball title
The first annual SPIRIT Mas Pickleball Invitational Tournament concluded with a thrilling victory for team Dinking Problem, who claimed the competitive division title. Held at the Chinese Association of TT (CATT) in St Ann’s on November 23, the event showcased intense matches and spirited competition. Dinking Problem, led by captain Jake Da Costa, dominated the tournament, defeating JJ’s Smokehouse 2-0 in the final with scores of 21-19 and 21-8. Their journey to the championship included hard-fought victories over Medinks and Sweet Spot Tobago in the earlier rounds. Meanwhile, JJ’s Smokehouse, captained by Jesse Butts, secured the silver medal after battling through the quarter-finals and semi-finals. In the social category, Guru Gang emerged victorious, defeating J’ouvert Jumbeez 2-0 in the final. The tournament, sponsored by Stamina Energy, brought together 12 teams across both divisions, fostering community bonding and athleticism. SPIRIT Mas CEO Adrian Scoon emphasized the event’s role in uniting people and promoting active lifestyles. With overwhelming success, the organizers plan to host the tournament again next year, further strengthening community ties through sports and culture.
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Sammy confident as WI seek to end 30-year drought in NZ
West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness as they prepare to face New Zealand in an upcoming Test series. Despite a challenging history in New Zealand, where the West Indies last won a Test match in 1987 and a series in 1995, Sammy remains optimistic about their prospects. The team’s recent performances in the T20I and One Day International (ODI) series against New Zealand, where they were competitive but fell short, have bolstered their morale. Sammy highlighted the team’s ability to create opportunities and their improved mindset as key factors heading into the Test series. The West Indies will play a two-day warm-up match against a New Zealand XI before the first Test begins on December 2. Sammy emphasized the importance of execution and the team’s determination to challenge New Zealand, aiming to end the year on a high note. Reflecting on their recent Test match against India, where they pushed the hosts into a fifth day, Sammy believes the West Indies have the potential to compete at the highest level. The three-match Test series presents an opportunity for the West Indies to rewrite their history in New Zealand and showcase their growing resilience and competitiveness.