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  • Antigua Sailing Week Welcomes The Residences at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua as Official Hospitality & Real Estate Sponsor

    Antigua Sailing Week Welcomes The Residences at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua as Official Hospitality & Real Estate Sponsor

    One of the Caribbean’s most iconic and anticipated sailing competitions, Antigua Sailing Week, has unveiled a major new partnership ahead of its 2026 edition: The Residences at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua will step in as the event’s Official Hospitality and Real Estate Sponsor.

    Currently in active development, this upcoming luxury residential project is being delivered by a globally experienced, world-class development team. When completed, the property will house 134 high-end residences, spanning sprawling oceanfront villas to carefully crafted, amenity-rich apartments. The development reimagines modern Caribbean living, embedding the iconic, globally celebrated Nikki Beach design aesthetic that has become synonymous with elevated coastal leisure across the world’s most exclusive destinations.

    The Nikki Beach Residences brand was built to redefine luxury private homeownership, cultivating a tight-knit global community of like-minded residents who prioritize refined, elevated lifestyles. With an existing flagship location in Dubai, the brand offers residents a curated expert lifestyle program, a full suite of customizable à la carte services, and continuous immersion in the one-of-a-kind Nikki Beach experience, which centers on the brand’s six core pillars: music, gastronomy, entertainment, fashion, film, and art.

    Founded by entrepreneurs Jack and Lucia Penrod, Nikki Beach Hospitality Group has long set the global standard for “barefoot luxury” hospitality, crafting transformative lifestyle experiences across its diverse portfolio of properties. The group’s holdings include legendary beach clubs, full-service hotels, world-class resorts, private residences, innovative dining concepts, and limited-edition pop-up experiences, alongside its newest culinary brand, Lucia, launched in 2024. With locations in the world’s most desirable travel hotspots, Nikki Beach has earned a reputation as one of the world’s top beach club and resort operators, serving as a global gathering place for unforgettable moments that seamlessly blend its six core brand pillars. Beyond hospitality, the group also operates a thriving lifestyle division, including brick-and-mortar boutiques and a global e-commerce platform. Its newest concept, Lucia, reimagines coastal fine dining, blending sun-kissed Cuisine du Soleil with dynamic, seasonally rotating decor to create an immersive culinary experience that raises the bar for coastal gastronomy. As the brand continues to expand its footprint, it remains committed to setting new industry standards for luxury travel and lifestyle experiences worldwide.

    The Antigua-based Nikki Beach development is led by the Ayre Group, a leading venture capital and real estate development firm with deep roots in Antigua and Barbuda. Helmed by visionary founder Calvin Edward Ayre, the group focuses on delivering innovative, luxury developments that drive sustainable economic growth across the Caribbean region. Today, Ayre Group holds the title of Antigua’s largest real estate developer, with a diverse portfolio that includes cutting-edge high-tech office hubs like the award-winning Canada Place, as well as elite beach resorts and bespoke business retreats built for discerning clients seeking world-class amenities. Beyond real estate, the group maintains a diversified investment portfolio spanning blockchain technology, media, publishing, health and wellness, and travel and leisure, solidifying its position as a leading economic driver across the Caribbean business landscape. More information about the group is available at https://ayre.group.

    The 2026 Antigua Sailing Week also counts several additional confirmed sponsors, including the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit, Palmer Champagne, the Antigua & Barbuda Ship & Yacht Registry, and APUA Inet. For full updates, news, multimedia content, and results from the event, interested parties can access the official Antigua Sailing Week platform. For those seeking more information about The Residences at Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Antigua or wish to express interest in the development, registration is open now.

  • APUA Team Heads to Dominica for Regional Lineworkers Rodeo

    APUA Team Heads to Dominica for Regional Lineworkers Rodeo

    The reigning Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) champions from Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) are set to depart this weekend for Dominica, where they will compete in the highly anticipated 2026 CARILEC Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo. This three-day regional gathering, running from April 24 to 26, 2026, will draw over 100 skilled lineworkers from across the Caribbean, centering its mission on advancing industry training, reinforcing safety protocols, and celebrating technical mastery across the regional energy sector.

    In a statement ahead of the event, APUA confirmed that its competing team has entered the final stages of preparation for the annual regional gathering, noting that the squad is eager to represent Antigua and Barbuda with demonstrated expertise, national pride, and unwavering determination. The utility extended its best wishes to the team for a successful competition.

    The 2026 event is co-hosted by CARILEC, the Caribbean’s leading regional energy industry association, and Dominica Electricity Services Limited, marking a key milestone in cross-border energy sector collaboration. Unlike traditional athletic competitions, the symposium and rodeo are structured to blend hands-on technical education with structured competitive challenges, creating a space where utility professionals from across the region can exchange innovative practices, refine their on-the-job skills, and showcase their capabilities through a series of practical, field-based tests.

    During the symposium portion of the event, attendees will dive deep into cutting-edge solutions currently deployed in power grid maintenance and operations. These discussions and demonstrations will cover emerging industry tools, new energy technologies, and updated safety frameworks designed to reduce risk for lineworkers, who carry out one of the most dangerous roles in the energy sector.

    Following the symposium, the rodeo competition will put participating teams to the test through simulated real-world power system scenarios. These exercises are designed to evaluate core performance metrics: operational precision, speed of response, team coordination, and unwavering adherence to critical safety standards. All competitive activities will be held at Dominica’s Benjamins Park, and the event is open to the general public. This open-door policy gives local residents and visiting tourists a rare opportunity to witness the high-skill, high-stakes work that lineworkers perform every day to keep regional power grids operational.

    Dr. Cletus Bertin, Executive Director of CARILEC, emphasized that the annual event is a powerful testament to the strength of collaborative efforts across the Caribbean energy sector. “The Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo represents the very best of regional collaboration, bringing together skilled professionals from across the Caribbean to strengthen safety practices, share knowledge, and elevate the standards of our industry,” Bertin said. He added that holding the 2026 event in Dominica offers unique benefits beyond competition, giving the local community an up-close look at the critical work done by utility crews across the region.

    “Hosting this event in Dominica provides a valuable opportunity for the local community to see firsthand the expertise required to keep electricity systems operating safely and reliably, while also highlighting the important role utilities like Dominica Electricity Services Limited play in powering regional development,” he explained.

    For context, CARILEC functions as a regional membership association that brings together electric utilities, independent power producers, and other key energy sector stakeholders across the Caribbean. The organization’s core mandate is to support the regional energy industry through coordinated training programs, cross-border technical collaboration, industry-wide knowledge sharing, and unified coordination for disaster response when extreme weather impacts regional power infrastructure.

  • NASCAR rising star named SVG tourism ambassador

    NASCAR rising star named SVG tourism ambassador

    A rising young star in NASCAR’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, Rajah Caruth, who traces his family heritage to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, has entered into an official six-month partnership as a brand ambassador for the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA), alongside Caribbean entertainment and lifestyle leader TEMPO Networks.

    At 23 years old, Caruth has already cemented his place in NASCAR history as one of the most electrifying young competitors to climb the ranks of the sport’s top tiers. His path to professional stock car racing is nothing short of extraordinary: he cut his teeth competing in virtual iRacing simulator events before working his way up to physical NASCAR tracks, a journey that stands as a testament to his relentless grit, raw natural talent, and ability to break long-standing barriers in the motorsports world.

    For Caruth, this new ambassadorship role is far more than a professional partnership—it is deeply personal. The SVGTA highlighted in an official press statement that the driver’s parents are of Vincentian descent, giving him an unbroken, direct tie to the Caribbean island nation that he now carries onto the global motorsports stage with immense pride.

    As part of the collaboration, co-branded marks for SVGTA’s “Discover SVG” campaign and TEMPO Networks will be featured across several of Caruth’s key racing assets throughout the 2024 racing season. This placement will deliver unparalleled high-visibility exposure for the destination during NASCAR events that reach millions of viewers across the globe.

    TEMPO Networks, which boasts a multi-platform footprint that spans the entire Caribbean and reaches global Caribbean diaspora communities, will act as the initiative’s lead media and storytelling partner. The network will carry Caruth’s personal journey and the unique story of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) to audiences across every region of the world. As a platform dedicated to elevating the full breadth and diversity of Caribbean culture, TEMPO will use this partnership to place SVG at the center of a broader regional narrative, introducing the island destination to entirely new global audiences and untapped tourism markets.

    The partnership will make its official public debut on May 2 during the Andy’s Frozen Custard 300 at Texas Motor Speedway. Throughout the remainder of the racing season, additional planned activities include on-the-ground documentation of Caruth’s upcoming first official visit to SVG, where he will explore and share his family heritage with his global fanbase.

    Caruth will also use the partnership to bring his youth mentorship work and his popular “Racing with Rajah” STEM education curriculum to communities across SVG and the wider Caribbean diaspora. The collaboration will also launch co-branded travel experiences that blend the high-octane excitement of NASCAR with the unique tropical tourism offerings of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

    All three partner parties have expressed overwhelming enthusiasm for the collaboration and its far-reaching potential. “It means a lot to officially be able to represent St Vincent and the Grenadines and Tempo, and hopefully drive not just tourism to the country but awareness to the Caribbean diaspora and community,” Caruth shared in a statement. “I am proud of my heritage and exude it daily with my practices and core values.”

    Kishore Shallow, SVG’s Minister of Tourism, shared that the nation is deeply proud of Caruth’s trajectory as an emerging global sports leader. “Partnering with him and TEMPO marks a significant milestone, with tremendous potential ahead,” Shallow noted. “Rajah embodies the energy and ambition of our people, and his story is a powerful reflection of who we are. Showcasing his journey through TEMPO Networks to audiences worldwide is both inspiring and impactful, further positioning our country as a vibrant and compelling tourist destination.”

    Frederick A. Morton Jr., founder and CEO of TEMPO Networks, echoed Shallow’s optimism, noting that for 20 years, TEMPO has centered its mission on amplifying Caribbean culture to global audiences. “This partnership reflects exactly where we’re going next,” Morton explained. “Rajah is an extraordinary young talent whose rise is inspiring a new generation, and St. Vincent & the Grenadines is one of the Caribbean’s most breathtaking and dynamic destinations. Through this partnership, we are connecting the Caribbean to new audiences, new markets, and new possibilities.”

  • NEBL Condemns Chaos in Defenders‑Rebels Game

    NEBL Condemns Chaos in Defenders‑Rebels Game

    Intense sports rivalries have long produced some of the most memorable moments in global basketball, from the Lakers-Celtics dynasty clashes to the El Clasico of European soccer, but one of Belize’s most storied competitive grudge matches descended into chaotic violence earlier this week, prompting official condemnation from the nation’s top basketball governing body. On Friday, the Belize City Defenders faced off against the Orange Walk Running Rebels at the Orange Walk Sporting Complex, in a matchup widely billed as the most anticipated game of the 2026 National Elite Basketball League (NEBL) season. What was supposed to be a tightly contested showdown between two top-ranked teams instead erupted into a full benches-clearing brawl that has left the league facing reputational damage, with a full disciplinary review now underway.

    The chaos unfolded after a controversial sequence: Defenders player Ajang Aguek attempted a chase-down block on Rebels opponent Kenneth Perkins, and the confrontation escalated after Perkins celebrated the play in what Aguek’s teammates deemed an unsportsmanlike manner. Bobby Williams of the Defenders was the first to intervene, shoving Perkins to the ground, and the altercation quickly spilled beyond the court as every available player from both squads rushed into the fray. Multiple punches were thrown before officials could regain control, and in the aftermath, referees ejected a total of 13 players: six from the Defenders and seven from the Rebels.

    NEBL Commissioner Leeroy Banner has issued a harsh rebuke of the incident, stating that the players’ behavior fell far below the league’s mandatory standards for discipline and professional conduct. The league has launched a complete formal review of the brawl, with officials explicitly warning that strict disciplinary action will be announced imminently. The NEBL has also issued a public apology to fans, corporate sponsors, and league stakeholders, and has committed to repairing the damage caused by the incident both on and off the court.

    In interviews with News Five reporter Shane Williams, ownership representatives from both teams acknowledged that the rivalry between the Defenders and Rebels stretches back for years, and that both squads entered Friday’s game framing it as a must-win contest to prove their status as the league’s top team. John Marsden, owner of the Belize City Defenders, told reporters he had expected the game to be a season-defining thriller, but expressed deep disappointment over how the matchup ended. “Both teams jockeying, both teams wanting to prove that we are the top dogs in the league. I expected that to be the game of the season, right? Unfortunately that happened,” Marsden said.

    Troy Gabb, owner of the host Orange Walk Running Rebels, noted that similar on-court brawls have occurred at the highest levels of global basketball – most infamously the 2004 “Malice at the Palace” brawl in the NBA, as well as incidents in the EuroLeague – but emphasized that such chaos is not the standard for the NEBL. “Unfortunately it happened and on Friday night at one of our home game[s], and I just wanted to tell the general public that, this is not the norm for our NEBL league,” Gabb said.

    Both franchise leaders have confirmed that they have already launched internal investigations and team discussions to address the incident, even before the league issues its official disciplinary ruling. Gabb stated that team officials began addressing the issue with players over the weekend, with the goal of ensuring a similar outburst never occurs again in the league. Marsden added that the Defenders planned to hold a formal team meeting the day following the brawl to outline the organization’s stance on on-court conduct, and the team is already prepared for the suspensions that the league is expected to hand down. “We do understand emotions play a role in basketball, but we should not let it go to that point. We pride ourselves in allowing the fans to know that it will not happen again,” Marsden said.

    As the NEBL wraps up its official review, fans and league stakeholders across Belize are awaiting the announcement of player suspensions and financial penalties, with widespread hope that the league can quickly move past the incident and refocus on competitive play. This report was compiled from a televised broadcast transcript by News Five’s Shane Williams.

  • Heated Rivalries and Classic Warriors Cross Country Finish

    Heated Rivalries and Classic Warriors Cross Country Finish

    Sports fans across Belize were treated to a packed week of competitive action spanning basketball, endurance cycling and soccer, as rival teams battled for wins and bragging rights across the country.

    First up was the highly anticipated rematch between the Running Rebels and the revamped Belize City Defenders in Orange Walk, hosted on this week’s Sports Monday with host Shane Williams. The Defenders took the court hungry for redemption after a lopsided 17-point loss on opening night, but found themselves trailing early in the contest. A physical on-court brawl disrupted the flow of play, forcing both teams to finish with depleted rosters: the Defenders played the remainder of the game with six available players, while the Rebels finished with five. When the final buzzer sounded, the Running Rebels held on to claim a 71-62 victory. In a statistical oddity, the two players at the center of the brawl—Ajang Aguek of the Defenders and Kenneth Perkins Jr. of the Rebels—finished as the game’s top scorers, each pouring in 20 points.

    Across other basketball matchups held over the weekend, the Cayo Western Ballaz pulled off a major upset in San Ignacio, knocking off the league’s top-ranked San Pedro Tigersharks by a 15-point margin, 93-78. Star players Mark Gordon and Clency “Coope” Lopez led the charge for the Ballaz, putting on an offensive clinic with 35 and 28 points respectively. Further north in Corozal, the Spartans notched their first win of the 2026 season, besting the Belmopan Trojans 82-72. Terrence Johnson Jr. anchored the Spartans’ balanced scoring attack, notching 17 points as one of five Spartans players to hit double figures on the day. For the Trojans, Bryan Hudson led all scorers with 26 points in the losing effort. Following the weekend’s games, the updated league standings show an incredibly tight race at the top: three teams hold identical 5-2 records, turning the competition increasingly intense as the season progresses.

    The weekend’s biggest headline event came in the form of the annual Weekend Warriors Cross Country Cycling Classic, a grueling 70-mile race that kicked off Sunday morning in Santa Elena, Cayo, and finished at San Cas Plaza in Belize City. A total of 84 riders lined up at the starting line on Loma Luz Boulevard, before tackling the route along the George Price Highway, across the Chetumal Street Bridge, and onto the Philip Goldson Highway, a route that tested both rider endurance and raw speed. When the race reached its final stretch, three riders broke away to contest the finish: Brandon Cattouse of the Running Rebels, Henry Moreira of Bundles of Joy, and Kenroy Gladden of SPD. Moreira dug deep in the final sprint, using a strategic move to block Cattouse’s path and edge out the competitor to claim first place in a total time of 3 hours, 13 minutes and 57 seconds. Gladden crossed the line to take third.

    In a post-race interview, Moreira explained his game-winning strategy: “I knew Brandon is a good sprinter. I knew if I wanted to win this race, I had to prepare for a long sprint. I hung back in the last position through the final stretch to watch what everyone else was doing, then launched my sprint early. When Brandon came up on my left, I managed to block that side, forcing him to switch to the right. I just put in one extra push, and even though he caught up to my crank, I held on to take the win.”

    Of the 81 riders who officially started the open category race—including three women—only 53 managed to complete the demanding route. In the B Category division, Liam Stuart of M&M Engineering crossed the line first, followed by Kenny Gladden of Team Loans 2 Go in second and Roque Matus, also of M&M Engineering, in third. In the Female Category, Kedisha Francis was the only rider to successfully complete the course, earning her the category win. The annual event once again showcased the depth of endurance cycling talent across Belize, with tightly contested finishes and competitive performances across every division.

    In soccer action, Reggae Boyz FC and Kelly Street FC delivered a tense, action-packed showdown under the lights in front of a packed, energized crowd, in what was billed as the match of the week. Reggae Boyz got on the board first, when Jaheem Thomas found the back of the net in the 37th minute, taking a 1-0 lead into the break. Kelly Street answered quickly in the second half, with Winfield Fisher equalizing in the 50th minute after capitalizing on a defensive mistake to pull his side level. With the score tied at 1-1, both teams pushed hard for a late game-winning goal, but solid defending from both sides and missed opportunities—including a disallowed offside goal on one end—kept the deadlocked intact through the final whistle.

    To close out the week of sports, Belize’s Lady Jaguars earned a historic 2-0 victory over Suriname in CONCACAF Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. Mikhaila Bowden put Belize on the board from the penalty spot in the 70th minute, before Alisha Terry doubled the lead six minutes later with a well-placed shot that sailed just over the reach of Suriname’s goalkeeper, securing the shutout win for the side.

    That wraps up the week of top-tier sports action across Belize. Host Shane Williams closed out the broadcast with a reminder to fans: “Friendly competition unites, and balling is life, so keep balling Belize!”

  • Baby Gems second again in Jean Pierre Netball Championships

    Baby Gems second again in Jean Pierre Netball Championships

    After the curtains closed on this year’s Jean Pierre Netball Championships, the Barbados Under-16 national netball team — affectionately known as the “Baby Gems” — has come home with a solid second-place finish, and their assistant coach is optimistic about what this result means for the program’s future.

    For the second year running, the young Caribbean squad finished as runners-up behind host nation Trinidad and Tobago, a repeat of the 2023 tournament results that speaks to the team’s consistent performance at the regional youth level. The Baby Gems entered the final match of the tournament on a high, having secured wins in all five of their earlier matches to set up a title decider against the unbeaten Trinidad and Tobago side.

    In a tight opening quarter, the Barbados team held the upper hand, taking a narrow 9-8 lead over their opponents. But Trinidad and Tobago, buoyed by home crowd support, shifted into a higher gear in the second and third quarters, flipping the scoreboard to a 19-14 advantage at halftime and extending their lead to 33-16 by the end of the third quarter. The host side held onto their momentum through the final quarter, closing out the match with a 42-21 win to claim the regional title.

    In an exclusive interview with local media outlet Barbados TODAY, assistant coach Lydia Bishop reflected on the team’s performance, emphasizing that the runners-up finish should not overshadow the significant progress the young players have made throughout the tournament. “We entered the championship with the goal of taking home the top prize, and it’s disappointing that we didn’t hit that mark,” Bishop explained. “But what stands out to me is that game after game, we saw clear improvement from every single one of our girls. Even in the final against Trinidad, there were stretches where I thought we played some of our best netball of the whole tournament.”

    Looking ahead, Bishop identified key areas the program will target in upcoming training cycles to close the gap on regional rivals. “We’ve got clear work to do to strengthen our shooting and attacking play, particularly in the wing attack position and across the centre court,” she noted.

    Bishop also laid out the next steps for the coaching staff, saying the team will first finalize a full tournament report to submit to the Barbados Netball Association. With a number of current players eligible to return to the Under-16 squad for future competitions, the report will help shape upcoming training and selection processes as the program works toward its next shot at the regional title.

    Despite falling short of the gold medal, Bishop said the foundation the young squad has built over the past two years leaves her confident that the program is on the right track. “All in all, we’ve seen how far these girls have come, we know what gaps we need to fill, and we’re ready to get to work. The future for this group is really bright,” she added.

  • Tough going for Barbadians at regional table tennis championships

    Tough going for Barbadians at regional table tennis championships

    Two Barbadian youth table tennis squads competing at the Caribbean Regional Youth Table Tennis Championships have fallen short of pre-tournament expectations, with head coach Nicole Alleyne attributing their underperformance to unaddressed pre-competition jitters and unfamiliar playing conditions. Speaking exclusively to Barbados TODAY from the tournament host nation the Dominican Republic, Alleyne shared the event’s early team rankings: the Barbadian Under-15 side finished fifth overall, while the older Under-19 squad claimed sixth place. Alleyne, who has led the program through months of preparation for the regional competition, noted that visible nervousness was apparent from the opening matches, though the young athletes gradually grew more comfortable as the tournament progressed. “The environment here is completely different from what these players are used to back home in Barbados,” she explained. “The arena is larger, the crowd is bigger, and the level of competition is far more intense than what they encounter in local matches. It takes time to acclimate to that kind of pressure, and the nerves held them back early on.” Pre-tournament projections from the coaching staff set far higher goals for both squads. For the Under-19 team, Alleyne said the target was a top-three finish. Even with two rookie players making their regional debut, the Under-15 squad was expected to land between third and fourth place, a result that remained out of reach despite late improvements. Even with the lower-than-hoped rankings, Alleyne emphasized she remains satisfied with the young players’ effort and resilience through the challenging opening rounds of the competition. The tournament will shift to individual play on Thursday, with singles matches getting underway for all competitors. The Barbadian Under-15 roster is made up of Maleeq Aimey, Nyal Bushell, Noran Chan and William Allen, while the Under-19 team includes Mikail Mark, Queshawn Smith, Mdjai Collymore and Jashon Smith. Both rosters will now look to turn their late-tournament momentum into strong results in the upcoming singles draws.

  • U17 footballers ranked second in English-speaking Caribbean

    U17 footballers ranked second in English-speaking Caribbean

    The under-17 men’s national football team of Barbados has pulled off a stunning climb in the latest Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf) rankings, a leap that the program’s head coach Marlon Harte calls a landmark step forward for the country’s regional football standing.

    In the updated regional rankings, Barbados notched a seven-spot jump that landed the side at 13th place overall. The dramatic ascent pushed Barbados ahead of several long-established regional foes including Guatemala, Cuba, Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago, a fellow Caribbean side that has historically outranked the Barbadian program. Currently, Jamaica holds 11th place, making it the only other English-speaking Caribbean nation that ranks above Barbados in the U-17 standings.

    The impressive ranking shift comes on the heels of Barbados’ recent World Cup qualification run, where the young side came uncomfortably close to securing a spot in the global tournament. Throughout the qualifying group stage, played against a competitive field of regional opponents, Barbados secured a second-place group finish. The team notched a standout 1-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago, followed by two dominant victories against St. Maarten – a 7-1 win and a 6-1 win in separate matchups. The only group stage defeat came against regional powerhouse Mexico, the eventual group winner, who defeated Barbados 4-1.

    In an exclusive interview with Barbados TODAY, Harte shared effusive praise for his players and program support staff, while emphasizing that the new ranking is just an intermediate milestone, not the end goal for the developing program. “Moving up seven places to 13th in the Concacaf U17 rankings reflects the commitment of the players, staff, and the wider football community,” Harte explained. “It shows that we are making progress and closing the gap within the region, especially to be ranked ahead of teams like Trinidad and Tobago.”

    “At the same time, we see this as motivation, not a destination,” Harte added. “Our focus remains on continued development, improving standards daily, and ensuring that this group is competitive at the highest level when it matters most.”

    Topping the current Concacaf U-17 rankings is the United States, followed by Mexico in second and Canada in third. Panama and Costa Rica complete the top five positions in the regional table.

  • Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association Mourns Passing of Jennifer Anthony

    Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association Mourns Passing of Jennifer Anthony

    The Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association (ABCA) is in mourning this week following the passing of Jennifer Anthony, a longstanding figure widely respected across the island nation’s cricket community. In an official statement released to the public, the governing body for cricket in Antigua and Barbuda celebrated Anthony’s deep and lasting impact on the local sport, emphasizing that her contributions and warm presence within the fraternity will never leave the collective memory of those who worked alongside her. The association noted that Anthony’s death leaves an enormous void that will be felt by every person who had the opportunity to know her, both within cricket circles and beyond. As the cricket community comes to terms with this heartbreaking loss, the ABCA has officially extended its deepest condolences to Anthony’s family, close friends, and the broader network of cricket stakeholders across the country, asking for privacy for the Anthony family as they navigate this difficult period of grief.

  • Williams cops gold at Velocity Fest

    Williams cops gold at Velocity Fest

    Barbadian track and field star Sada Williams, a decorated Commonwealth Games gold medalist and holder of multiple national records, has delivered another confident early-season performance, securing a hard-fought 400-meter victory at Jamaica’s Velocity Fest meeting.

    The Olympic competitor and World Championship bronze medalist crossed the finish line with a time of 51.38 seconds, outpacing Jamaican sprint star Shericka Jackson to take the top spot on the podium. The result marks a key milestone in Williams’ pre-championship preparation, as the athlete builds toward a stacked 2024 calendar headlined by the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

    In post-race comments, Williams offered a candid assessment of her performance, acknowledging a tactical misstep that kept her from an even faster time. “I pushed far too hard through the back stretch, and that left me with insufficient energy to power through the final 100 meters,” she explained. Even so, Williams emphasized that competing against Jackson — her regular training partner — delivered valuable ahead of major events. “It’s always a positive to race against her. We’re training partners, so this is just good, friendly competition that pushes both of us to get better,” she added.

    For Williams, the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow carries extra personal and national stakes: she earned her career-defining gold medal at the previous edition of the games, and she is hungry to repeat that success for her home nation. “To repeat that gold, to give Barbados another top medal finish at the games, that would be absolutely incredible,” she said.

    Looking ahead, Williams is confirmed as one of the headline competitors for the upcoming Barbados Grand Prix, scheduled to take place July 4 at the Usain Bolt Complex, where fans will get another chance to see the sprinter test her form ahead of the Glasgow games.