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  • STATEMENT: President of Cricket West Indies, Dr. The Hon. Kishore Shallow on ICC Men’s T20 loss against India

    STATEMENT: President of Cricket West Indies, Dr. The Hon. Kishore Shallow on ICC Men’s T20 loss against India

    Cricket West Indies (CWI) President Dr. Kishore Shallow has publicly praised the national team’s performance following their elimination from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Despite the disappointment of their Super 8s defeat against India at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Shallow emphasized the significant progress demonstrated throughout the tournament.

    The West Indies team concluded their campaign with an impressive record of five victories in seven matches, showcasing notable growth in team cohesion and competitive belief. According to Dr. Shallow, this achievement underscores the thorough preparation and dedication of both players and support staff. The team’s journey to the knockout stages represented a substantial step forward for Caribbean cricket.

    Particularly noteworthy was the team’s demonstrated resilience and fighting spirit, which resonated deeply with fans across the region. This display of determination reinforced pride in West Indies cricket and highlighted the character inherent in the squad. The leadership of Head Coach Daren Sammy and the contributions of the entire support staff received special recognition for their role in building a solid foundation for future competitions.

    Dr. Shallow concluded his statement with a forward-looking perspective, affirming that the team would regroup and return to international competition with strengthened unity and clear purpose. The message ended with a traditional rallying cry for continued support of West Indies cricket, emphasizing the enduring connection between the team and its supporters.

  • West Indies crash out of T20 World Cup

    West Indies crash out of T20 World Cup

    The West Indies’ quest for another ICC championship met a heartbreaking conclusion as India delivered a knockout blow in their virtual quarterfinal clash during the final Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup. Played on March 1 at Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens stadium, the match unfolded before a predominantly pro-Indian crowd creating an electrifying atmosphere.

    After being sent in to bat by Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav, the Caribbean side adopted a measured approach during the powerplay. Captain Shai Hope and makeshift opener Roston Chase established a solid foundation with a 68-run opening partnership. Despite an early reprieve, Chase eventually departed for 41 runs, while Hope’s dismissal preceded a controversial caught-behind decision that cut short Shimron Hetmyer’s explosive 27-run cameo from just 12 deliveries.

    The innings gained crucial momentum through a dynamic 76-run fifth-wicket stand between Rovman Powell and Jason Holder, propelling the West Indies to a competitive 195/4. Holder remained unbeaten on 37, while Powell’s unconquered 34 included a historic milestone—the Jamaican powerhouse recorded his 150th T20 International six for the West Indies, setting a new national record.

    India’s response began methodically, maintaining 8.83 runs per over during the powerplay despite the West Indies striking early blows by removing Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma. The game’s momentum shifted dramatically through Sanju Samson’s masterclass, who partnered with captain Yadav for a crucial 58-run third-wicket partnership. Although Yadav received a lifeline at 17, he fell shortly after for 18 runs.

    At the twelve-over mark, the contest stood perfectly balanced with both teams locked at 104 runs. After several explosive batting overs, India required 19 runs from the final two overs. Samson’s magnificent unbeaten 97 guided the hosts to a record chase, ultimately eliminating the Men in Maroon from tournament contention.

    In his final World Cup post-match interview, West Indian skipper Shai Hope reflected: ‘You never want to exit at this stage. One more victory would have secured our semifinal berth, and with continued performance, a place in the championship final. I must commend the team’s effort—we maintain high performance standards and must capitalize on critical moments to deliver our best cricket when it matters most.’

  • Waterhouse beat Spanish Town Police FC to move up to fifth in JPL

    Waterhouse beat Spanish Town Police FC to move up to fifth in JPL

    KINGSTON, Jamaica — Waterhouse Football Club delivered a commanding performance on Monday evening at Drewsland Stadium, securing a 3-0 victory against bottom-ranked Spanish Town Police FC in their Jamaica Premier League encounter. This result propels Waterhouse into fifth position in the league standings while extending their impressive unbeaten streak to six consecutive matches.

    The home team now stands at 34 competition points, narrowly surpassing defending champions Cavalier SC by a single point. Nevertheless, they remain nine points adrift of the coveted top four positions that guarantee playoff qualification.

    Breaking the deadlock just before halftime, Omani Leacock provided Waterhouse with a crucial advantage. The match remained tightly contested until late in the second half when strategic substitutions proved decisive. Shamarie Dallas, introduced in the 64th minute, amplified the lead with a 76th-minute strike before Mario Simms delivered the final blow in the 90th minute to complete the comprehensive victory.

    In the opening match of Monday’s double-header, Harbour View and Molynes United engaged in a dramatic 2-2 draw characterized by momentum shifts and disciplinary issues. Molynes United established an early dominance with Rolando Barrett (6th minute) and Nicholas Nelson (10th minute) creating a two-goal advantage within the opening ten minutes.

    Harbour View mounted a determined comeback with Trayvone Reid narrowing the deficit in the 29th minute with his league-leading 14th goal. The match’s complexion changed dramatically when Molynes United’s Dhumar McLaughlin received his second booking just before halftime, reducing his side to ten men.

    The numerical advantage enabled Harbour View to pursue an equalizer, which Rushane Thompson ultimately delivered in the 83rd minute. However, the match concluded with both teams at ten players after Reid received two yellow cards within a ten-minute span, marking a contentious conclusion to the encounter.

  • HOOPS BOOST!

    HOOPS BOOST!

    Jamaica has triumphantly concluded its inaugural hosting of major international basketball fixtures, marking a watershed moment in the nation’s sporting history. The National Indoor Sports Centre witnessed capacity crowds exceeding 6,000 spectators for both of the national team’s Group Stage matches in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers. The historic games against The Bahamas and Canada represented the first time in nearly five decades of regional competition that the island has staged such high-level international basketball.

    The success of the event was underscored by the presence of national sporting icons, including eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt and former world record holder Asafa Powell. The sprint legend expressed his profound support for the team’s growing visibility, stating, ‘I’m Jamaican through and through so I’ll always support. It’s a big deal for the country to be in this space for the first time. This gives younger kids who love basketball a chance to get involved more.’

    Jamaica Basketball Association (JABA) President Paulton Gordon hailed the events as foundational for the sport’s future. Overcoming previous financial hurdles that forced the forfeiture of a November home game against Puerto Rico, JABA successfully secured the $44 million required to host these qualifiers. Gordon emphasized the transformative power of showcasing elite basketball, noting the attendance of student athletes from across the island, including Montego Bay. ‘Jamaicans like a good show and basketball, with the environment and the arena effect they certainly will support basketball at the highest level,’ Gordon told the Jamaica Observer. ‘We want to continue to do that so that they see what it’s about and they aspire to be at this level or even beyond.’

    The national team now looks ahead to away fixtures against The Bahamas and Canada in July. With a potential place in the final round of qualifying on the horizon, Jamaican fans could be treated to more home games as the squad battles for one of six available spots in the 2027 FIBA World Cup in Qatar.

  • KC, JC in hunt for U-14, U-16 football triumph

    KC, JC in hunt for U-14, U-16 football triumph

    The stage is set for an electrifying conclusion to the urban area schoolboy football championships as the semifinal round commences this week. Jamaica College finds itself at the center of a crucial double-header on Monday at Calabar High School, with teams competing in both the Under-14 and Under-16 divisions.

    The afternoon begins with JC’s Under-14 squad facing the formidable Wolmer’s Boys’ team at 2:00 PM. Though Wolmer’s enters as the clear favorite with their impressive goal-scoring record throughout the season, Jamaica College carries renewed confidence following their scoreless draw against defending champions Kingston College.

    Later at 4:00 PM, attention shifts to the Under-16 semifinal where JC confronts defending champions St. Andrew Technical High School (STATHS). The matchup presents a compelling psychological dynamic—while STATHS is widely favored, they have historically struggled against Jamaica College in critical moments, having lost several Manning Cup finals and more recently the Walker Cup final to their rivals.

    On Tuesday, the focus moves to Emmett Park at St. George’s College where Kingston College attempts to advance both their Under-14 and Under-16 teams to the finals. The undefeated Under-14 squad, which has maintained a perfect defensive record without conceding a single goal all season, faces Campion College at 2:00 PM.

    The Tuesday finale features KC’s Under-16 team against Mona High at 4:00 PM. While Kingston College dominated their previous encounter with a decisive 6-2 victory, this rematch presents new challenges as KC will be missing key player Kelvin Brown, their National Under-17 standout who recently departed for an academy in Dubai.

  • LHF National Championship : New organizational and disciplinary measures

    LHF National Championship : New organizational and disciplinary measures

    The Haitian Football League (LHF) has announced a comprehensive overhaul of organizational and disciplinary protocols for its National Championship, marking a significant step toward modernizing the country’s premier football competition. This strategic initiative targets fundamental aspects of match administration and club conduct through an institutional strengthening program.

    The newly implemented framework establishes a harmonized regulatory system designed to address multiple dimensions of championship operations. Central to these reforms are mandates for strict compliance with official match protocols, enhanced protection measures for match officials, and reinforced security for both team delegations and spectators. The league has additionally prioritized standardization and transparency in sanction enforcement procedures.

    Key provisions include the rigorous implementation of pre-match countdown procedures, a unified disciplinary scale with progressive penalty structures, and automatic escalation mechanisms for recurrent violations. Notably, the regulations formally prohibit superstitious practices deemed potentially compromising to sporting integrity. Clubs will now bear objective responsibility for actions committed by their players, management, delegations, and supporter groups.

    League officials emphasized that these measures represent not arbitrary restrictions but essential evolution toward structured governance aligned with international football standards. The LHF statement clarified that championship credibility fundamentally depends on disciplined conduct, consistent rule adherence, and equitable treatment of all participants.

    Positioning this regulatory transformation as a collective ambition for Haitian football, the league has issued a call for unified commitment from clubs and supporters. The success of this professionalization initiative reportedly requires collaborative engagement with the new framework, emphasizing shared responsibility in elevating the championship’s stature and operational integrity.

  • Penner Says Boycott Love FM Interviews…Not the Race

    Penner Says Boycott Love FM Interviews…Not the Race

    A significant dispute has emerged between the Belize Canoe Association and broadcaster Love FM just weeks before the annual La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge. The conflict stems from an eleventh-hour alteration to the race’s finish line location that association leadership claims was implemented without proper consultation with event stakeholders.

    During a recent meeting with paddlers and supporters, Vice President Elvin Penner proposed a strategic media boycott specifically targeting Love FM interviews while emphasizing continued participation in the race itself. Penner articulated that teams should instead collaborate with alternative media outlets to ensure sponsors and athletes maintain their publicity coverage throughout the event.

    “I suggest we do something like this to make a real stand,” Penner stated, advocating for a unified approach to signal discontent with the decision-making process. He noted that other media organizations would likely follow paddlers regardless of their chosen post-finish gathering location.

    Despite the brewing controversy, Penner provided clear guidance to competitors regarding race protocol: “You started the race, but you need to follow the rules of the race.” He explicitly warned that any violations of the established race regulations could result in disqualification, indicating the association’s commitment to maintaining competitive integrity despite their grievances with event organization.

    The proposed interview boycott represents a calculated protest rather than a full withdrawal from the prestigious event, highlighting the association’s desire to address procedural concerns while preserving athlete participation in Central America’s longest annual canoe race.

  • U-20 World Cup 2027 Qualifier : Grenadiers defeat Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 4-0

    U-20 World Cup 2027 Qualifier : Grenadiers defeat Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 4-0

    In a commanding display of youth football prowess, Haiti’s U-20 national team secured an impressive 4-0 victory against Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on February 28, 2026. The CONCACAF qualifier match, held at Willemstad’s Rinaldo Jean Francisca Stadium in Curaçao, showcased Haiti’s growing dominance in the regional youth football landscape.

    Under the strategic guidance of Cuban coach Raúl González Triana, the Haitian Grenadiers demonstrated exceptional coordination and skill throughout the match. The starting lineup featured a blend of domestic talent and international prospects, with players from Haiti’s Real Hope Academy, Jamaica’s Mount Pleasant, and even Orlando City SC from the United States.

    The match unfolded as a textbook demonstration of offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. Nikolai Oliver Pierre emerged as the standout performer, opening the scoring in the 45th minute with a powerful header and securing his brace just six minutes after halftime with a spectacular long-range effort. Clavens Exantus extended the lead in the 57th minute with another precise header, while Josué Anglade delivered the final blow in stoppage time with a thunderous strike from outside the penalty area.

    This victory marks Haiti’s second consecutive win in the qualifying tournament, maintaining their perfect record in Group D. The team now leads their group with six points, having scored an impressive 11 goals while conceding none. Their performance positions them favorably for advancement to the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup, with crucial matches against Guyana and Curaçao scheduled for early March.

    The comprehensive victory not only demonstrates the technical development of Haitian youth football but also highlights the effective leadership of Coach Triana and the growing pipeline of talent emerging from the Caribbean nation’s football academies.

  • West Indies post 195-4 against India in T20 World Cup do-or-die clash

    West Indies post 195-4 against India in T20 World Cup do-or-die clash

    In a dramatic reversal of fortunes at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, the West Indies cricket team posted a formidable total of 195-4 against India in their crucial Super Eights finale at the ICC T20 World Cup on Sunday. The Caribbean side, having been asked to bat first, unleashed a devastating assault in the final overs to keep their tournament hopes alive.

    The match witnessed strategic innovation from the West Indies management, who surprisingly promoted Test captain Roston Chase to open alongside T20 skipper Shai Hope. This tactical move allowed the inclusion of additional spinner Akeal Hosein, with regular opener Brandon King being omitted from the lineup. The reimagined opening partnership proved substantially more resilient than their previous performance against South Africa, where they had collapsed to 83-7.

    Chase and Hope established a solid foundation with a 68-run partnership before Hope was bowled by spinner Varun Chakravarthy for 32, triggering an explosive response from the capacity crowd of 67,000. The momentum continued with Shimron Hetmyer’s rapid 27 off just 12 deliveries before he fell to a barely detectable edge off Jasprit Bumrah.

    The game’s critical turning point arrived when Sherfane Rutherford departed cheaply, bringing together Jason Holder and Rovman Powell at the crease. The duo orchestrated a breathtaking counterattack, plundering 70 runs from the final five overs in an unbroken fifth-wicket stand of 76. Powell finished unbeaten on 34 from 19 balls, while Holder remained not out on 37 from 22 deliveries, their partnership featuring five sixes and five fours collectively.

    India’s fielding performance proved uncharacteristically substandard, with three straightforward catches going down, including a reprieve for Chase when he had scored only 15 runs. The defending champions now face the challenging task of chasing 196 runs to advance in the tournament.

    The victor of this high-stakes encounter will progress to face England in Mumbai on Thursday for a semi-final berth, while the defeated team will be eliminated from competition. Earlier on Sunday, tournament favorites South Africa maintained their unbeaten record with a five-wicket victory over Zimbabwe, securing their place against New Zealand in Wednesday’s first semi-final, with the championship final scheduled for Ahmedabad next Sunday.

  • India beat West Indies to reach T20 World Cup semi-finals

    India beat West Indies to reach T20 World Cup semi-finals

    KOLKATA, India — In a high-stakes Super Eights finale at a packed Eden Gardens, Sanju Samson delivered a masterclass innings to secure India’s place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals. His explosive unbeaten 97 runs from just 50 balls propelled the defending champions to a thrilling five-wicket victory over the West Indies, setting up a decisive clash against England.

    The electrifying showdown saw India chasing a formidable target of 196 after the West Indies mounted a brutal late assault. Jason Holder (37* off 22) and Rovman Powell (34* off 19) unleashed 76 runs in an unbroken fifth-wicket partnership, hammering 70 runs in the final five overs to finish at 195-4.

    India’s response began shakily with two early wickets, but Samson’s commanding presence at the crease stabilized the innings. Partnering with captain Suryakumar Yadav (18) for a crucial 58-run third-wicket stand, and later with Tilak Varma (27 off 15), Samson anchored the chase under immense pressure. Despite losing Hardik Pandya late in the innings, India clinched victory with four balls remaining, triggering jubilant celebrations among the 67,000-strong crowd.

    The West Indies, employing strategic changes by promoting Test captain Roston Chase (40) to open alongside T20 skipper Shai Hope (32), showed initial promise. However, India’s bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah and spinner Varun Chakravarthy, claimed key wickets at critical moments. India’s fielding performance was notably subpar, with three dropped catches offering the West Indies reprieves.

    South Africa, maintaining an unbeaten tournament record, secured their semi-final berth earlier by defeating Zimbabwe. They will face New Zealand in Kolkata on Wednesday, while India advances to challenge England. The tournament culminates with the final in Ahmedabad next Sunday.