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In a commanding performance, Trinidad and Tobago secured a 3-0 victory against Bermuda in the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Bermuda National Stadium on October 10. The match marked a significant milestone for two of Trinidad and Tobago’s rising stars, Tyrese Spicer and Kobi Henry, who both scored their first international goals. Spicer, a dynamic winger, netted the second goal in the 30th minute after dispossessing Bermuda’s Justin Donawa, while Henry, a central defender, sealed the win with a goal in the 49th minute. Dante Sealy had earlier opened the scoring, with his free-kick saved but leading to Henry’s decisive strike. Both Spicer and Henry have quickly become integral to the team since their debuts earlier this year. Spicer, 24, has been a consistent threat on the left flank, while Henry, 21, has impressed with his defensive prowess and composure. The victory lifted Trinidad and Tobago to four points in Group B of the Concacaf final round, trailing behind leaders Curacao, who defeated Jamaica 2-0 on the same day. Looking ahead, Spicer emphasized the importance of their upcoming match against Curacao on October 14, describing it as a ‘massive game’ that will test their resolve. Henry echoed this sentiment, expressing confidence in the team’s ability to handle high-pressure situations. The win not only bolstered Trinidad and Tobago’s World Cup qualifying campaign but also showcased the emergence of a new generation of talent ready to make their mark on the international stage.

Renowned coach Ismael Lopez Mastrapa, celebrated for guiding Keshorn Walcott to Olympic and World Championship javelin glory, is now sharing his expertise with coaches and physical education teachers in Trinidad and Tobago. The Throws Coaching Workshop, organized by the Sport Company of Trinidad and Tobago’s (SporTT) elite athlete wellbeing unit, aims to enhance local coaching capabilities in track and field throwing events. The three-part workshop, which commenced on September 28, focuses on the four primary throwing disciplines: discus, javelin, shot put, and hammer. Over 30 participants are gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to nurture the next generation of athletes, particularly those aged 12-14. The first session delved into the fundamentals of coaching throws, from technique to training design. On October 4, the workshop transitioned to the Hasely Crawford Stadium training field for its inaugural practical session, where attendees applied their classroom learnings. Mastrapa, SporTT’s lead athlete coach development officer, emphasized the importance of equipping coaches with the tools to inspire young talent. His coaching legacy includes Walcott’s historic gold at the 2012 London Olympics, bronze at the 2016 Rio Games, and a gold medal at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. The final session is scheduled for October 11, marking the culmination of this transformative initiative.

The RBC Royal Slam College Basketball Tournament continues its thrilling journey into its second weekend, with action-packed games scheduled at the Eastern Regional Indoor Sporting Arena in Tacarigua starting October 11. The tournament, a collaborative effort between Next Level Performance TT and the TT Schools Basketball Association, has already delivered high-octane performances and nail-biting finishes.

On October 11, the spotlight will be on two compelling matchups. At 4 pm, Presentation College (San Fernando), a dominant force from the south, will clash with St Anthony’s College from the north. This will be followed at 5 pm by an intense battle between Queen’s Royal College and St Francis College. The excitement doesn’t end there, as St Francis College will return to the court on October 12 at 4 pm to face Fatima College, a team that made a spectacular debut in the tournament on October 5 with a resounding 118-72 victory over Holy Cross College. Fatima’s dynamic duo, Idriis Martin (26 points, seven steals) and Zachary Julien (25 points, eight steals), were instrumental in their dominant performance.

The opening weekend also saw a thrilling encounter between Presentation College and St Mary’s College, where Presentation narrowly lost 94-91 despite an outstanding individual effort from Michael McCarthy, who scored 42 points and grabbed 16 rebounds.

The Royal Slam Tournament features seven competitive teams: Fatima College, Holy Cross College, Presentation College (San Fernando), Queen’s Royal College, St Anthony’s College, St Francis College, and St Mary’s College. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more exhilarating basketball action and fierce competition.

Trinidad and Tobago’s under-17 men’s and women’s football teams are set to embark on their respective journeys toward the 2026 Concacaf Under-17 World Cup qualifiers, with both teams placed in pot two for the upcoming draws. The women’s draw is scheduled for October 15, followed by the men’s draw on October 21, marking the beginning of their campaigns early next year. The women’s qualifiers will kick off on January 24, 2026, with 30 Concacaf member associations divided into six groups for round-robin matches. The top six group winners and two best second-placed teams will advance to the final round, joining the top-ranked teams: Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the United States. Matches will be hosted across Aruba, Bermuda, Curacao, and Nicaragua. Trinidad and Tobago’s women’s team, placed in pot two alongside Bermuda, Cuba, Guatemala, Jamaica, and Nicaragua, aim for a favorable draw to secure a spot in the youth World Cup in Morocco. Their previous campaign in the 2025 qualifiers saw them finish at the bottom of their group, which included El Salvador, Honduras, and the US. On the men’s side, the qualifiers will adopt a new format, with 34 teams split into eight groups for a single round of matches from February 3-12, 2026. The eight group winners will automatically qualify for the World Cup. Trinidad and Tobago’s men’s team, placed in pot two with Bermuda, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Jamaica, Nicaragua, and Puerto Rico, will look to improve on their previous performance, where they narrowly missed qualification after a loss to Costa Rica in the final group match. The qualifiers will be held in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago.