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  • DABA Playoff finals take over Massacre Indoor Sports Complex

    DABA Playoff finals take over Massacre Indoor Sports Complex

    One of Dominica’s most anticipated amateur basketball tournaments is finally ready to crown its 2026 season champions, as the Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) prepares to tip off its annual playoff finals this evening, Tuesday, August 18, at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex. Four competitive squads from two divisions will take the court tonight, each hungry to claim the coveted championship title and end their season on the highest note.

    This year’s finals follow a best-of-five series format, meaning the first team to secure three wins in their division will walk away with the league crown. The opening tip-off of the night is scheduled for 7:00 PM, when the West Coast Ballers will face off against the Possie Pacers in the hotly contested Division One Finals. Immediately after that first matchup concludes at 9:00 PM, the spotlight will shift to the Premier Division, where Dr. Darroux PSC Falcons 1 will go head-to-head with Happi 767 SC Dominators in what is shaping up to be a thrilling showdown.

    Local basketball fans have been gearing up for these finals for weeks, after what organizers and spectators alike described as an intensely competitive regular season that saw every team fight hard for their playoff spot. This high stakes build up has generated widespread excitement around the matchups, with organisers expecting a packed venue for the opening night of games.

    For supporters who are unable to attend the games in person at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex, DABA has arranged multiple options to follow every play live. Fans can catch full live coverage of the matchups through the DABA official Facebook page, as well as on Digicel Channel 14.

    Adding to the excitement of the opening night, popular local DJ Blend will be on site at the venue to provide continuous entertainment between games and throughout the evening. Organisers have issued a public call to all local basketball supporters to turn out in large numbers, fill the arena, and create an electric atmosphere as they cheer on their favourite teams in what is set to be an unforgettable championship series.

  • CFU Challenge 2026 (U-14) : Victory of Grenadiers [4-1] over the Young Warriors of Trinidad and Tobago

    CFU Challenge 2026 (U-14) : Victory of Grenadiers [4-1] over the Young Warriors of Trinidad and Tobago

    The 2026 Caribbean Football Union (CFU) U-14 Boys Challenge Series has delivered another thrilling matchup, with Haiti’s under-14 national squad, the Grenadiers, securing a dominant 4-1 victory over Trinidad and Tobago’s Young Warriors at the Cap Cana Sports City complex on August 18, 2026.

    This win marks Haiti’s second consecutive triumph in Group B (Tier I) of the competition, and early qualification to the tournament’s semi-final round, regardless of the result of their final group stage fixture. The young Haitian side got off to a blistering start, opening the scoring just three minutes into the game when Jodley Sheeckensley Delmas converted a well-placed free kick to put Haiti up 1-0. Ronelson Pelé Janvier extended the Grenadiers’ lead in the 25th minute, doubling Haiti’s advantage to 2-0 before Jerry Petit-Homme hammered home a long-range strike 10 minutes before halftime to bring the score to 3-0 at the break.

    After halftime, Trinidad and Tobago’s Young Warriors cut into the deficit when Jiair Nanton successfully converted a penalty in the 40th minute, pulling the score back to 3-1. But Haiti retained firm control of possession and tempo through the second half, and Petit-Homme bagged his second goal of the game in the 67th minute, restoring the three-goal lead to lock in the full three points for the Grenadiers with a final score of 4-1.

    Following Puerto Rico’s surprise 0-1 loss to French Guiana in an earlier Group B fixture, Haiti’s six points from two matches guarantees the side top place in the group standings even before their final group match against El Huracán Azul of Puerto Rico, scheduled for 1:30 PM local Haitian time on August 19. Ahead of the fixture, head coach Jean Marc Alexandre made one adjustment to the starting lineup, swapping Benoît Athan Pierre for Jean Messi Jay. The confirmed starting XI for Haiti’s final group stage match is: #1 Marc-Evens Lubin, #2 Kendy Dolbrun, #3 Eddyson Paul-Jean, #4 Cedric Claremond (captain), #5 Marvens Fenelon, #6 Woodney Charleston, #7 Wensley Dumorne, #8 Jodley Sheeckensley Delmas, #9 Ronelson Pelé Janvier, #10 Jerry Petit-Homme, #17 Jean Messi Jay.

    Provisional Group B standings after two rounds of matches place Haiti firmly at the top with two wins from two matches, six points, nine goals scored and just three conceded. French Guiana sits second with three points from one win and one loss, while Puerto Rico and Trinidad and Tobago trail with one point each. Trinidad and Tobago has already been eliminated from semi-final contention, while Puerto Rico is also set to exit the tournament. The semi-finals of the Tier I competition are scheduled for August 21, with matchups set by combined group standings, and the grand final and third-place match will take place on August 23.

  • Falcons Remind Spectators of prohibited items during the CPL matches

    Falcons Remind Spectators of prohibited items during the CPL matches

    As the highly anticipated Collegiate Paintball League (CPL) tournament matches approach, the Atlanta Falcons organization has stepped forward to issue a clear, detailed public reminder outlining all items that will be strictly prohibited from venue entry during their hosted competitions.

    The announcement, which was shared across the team’s official social media channels, website and distributed to registered ticketholders earlier this week, comes as organizers work to ensure a safe, secure and enjoyable experience for every fan, player, staff member and official in attendance. Team officials emphasized that updated security protocols have been put in place this season, with expanded bag checks and walk-through metal screening at all entrance points to the venue, to prevent restricted items from entering the facility.

    Among the most notable prohibited items are outside alcohol and illicit controlled substances, which have long been banned at most professional and collegiate sports venues. The Falcons have also explicitly banned weapons of any kind — including firearms, knives, pepper spray and even replica toy weapons that could be mistaken for real dangerous devices — along with large hard-sided coolers, oversized bags that exceed the venue’s 12x6x12 inch size requirement, and outside food and beverages with the exception of sealed bottled water and pre-packaged snacks for guests with specific dietary medical needs.

    Additional restricted items include professional-grade photography and video equipment, drones, noisemakers such as air horns and vuvuzelas, laser pointers, and any large items that could block spectator sightlines or act as a potential hazard in crowded concourses. The organization also noted that fans attempting to bring any prohibited item into the venue will not be allowed to enter until the item is removed, and there is no on-site storage available for restricted belongings, meaning ticketholders will need to plan ahead to avoid being turned away at the gate.

    CPL tournament officials partnered with the Falcons on this reminder, noting that enhanced security measures are a standard part of hosting large-scale amateur sports events, and that the policy is designed to prioritize the safety of all participants and spectators without detracting from the excitement of the competition. The first of the Falcons-hosted CPL matches is scheduled to kick off next weekend, with thousands of fans expected to attend across the three-day tournament. The team closed their announcement by encouraging fans to reach out to their customer service team with any questions about prohibited items ahead of their arrival at the venue.

  • Destang gets going at Junior Pan Pac Swimming

    Destang gets going at Junior Pan Pac Swimming

    The 2026 edition of the Junior Pan Pacific Championships got underway on August 17 at Vancouver’s UBC Aquatic Centre in Canada, and 18-year-old Antoine Destang has emerged as a standout story from the opening day of competition. The University of Michigan student, who hails from Saint Lucia, is the sole representative from his small Caribbean nation at this prestigious international long-course meet, and he put in an impressive performance across his two opening races, coming within touching distance of his personal best times in both.

    Competing in the morning preliminary session, which kicked off at 9:00 a.m. PDT (12:00 noon AST), Destang first took to the blocks in Event 2: the Men’s 13-18 50m Butterfly. Entered with a seed time of 25.16 that placed him 16th in the pre-race rankings, he delivered a solid effort to clock 25.02, shaving a tenth of a second off his entry mark. Next up was Event 6, the 100m Backstroke. Seeded 28th with an entry time of 59.99, Destang again dropped time, finishing in 59.32 to climb three spots to 25th overall.

    The young swimmer is no stranger to elite regional competition: he previously claimed two medals and set two new records at the 2025 CARIFTA Games held in Trinidad & Tobago, and capped his final season at Florida’s Bolles Academy with strong results that earned him a spot at the University of Michigan.

    Destang still has four more events on his competition schedule as the meet progresses. On Tuesday, August 18, he will contest the 100m freestyle and 50m backstroke. He will return to the pool on Wednesday for the 100m butterfly, before wrapping up his Junior Pan Pacific campaign on Thursday with the 50m freestyle preliminaries.

    To advance out of the morning heats and into the next rounds of his remaining races, Destang will need to match or beat his entry times against a stacked international field. The Junior Pan Pacific Championships, held every two years in even-numbered years when the senior FINA World Championships are not scheduled, brings together the top swimmers aged 18 and under from Pacific-region nations. This year’s edition, running from August 17 to 20, features competitors from powerhouse swimming nations including Australia, the United States, Canada, and Japan, as well as representatives from Mexico and Argentina. Destang’s consistent, fast opening swims have already signaled that he is capable of continuing to climb the rankings as the competition unfolds.

  • Barbados doubles teams bow out at PanAm Championships

    Barbados doubles teams bow out at PanAm Championships

    As the PanAm Senior Squash Championships moved into its next match day on Monday in Asuncion, Paraguay, three Barbadian doubles pairs all exited the competition after pushing their higher-ranked opponents to tough, close encounters, leaving fans impressed by their tenacity on court.

    The first contest of the day for Barbados came in the women’s doubles draw, where Central American and Caribbean (CAC) double gold medalist Margot Prow paired with Eboni Atherley to face Colombian siblings Laura and Maria Tovar. The Barbadian duo got off to a slow start, dropping the opening game 7-11. Instead of letting the early setback derail their momentum, they adjusted their court positioning and aggressive shot placement to bounce back, claiming the second game 11-8 to level the match at one game apiece. In a tightly contested decider, Prow and Atherley pushed the Tovar pair all the way, but ultimately fell just short with an 8-11 loss that ended their run.

    Next up, Barbados’ mixed doubles pair Meagan Best and Khamal Cumberbatch, both decorated CAC Games medalists, took on home crowd favorites Segundo Portabales and Paula Rivero of Argentina in another nail-biting three-game clash. The Argentine combination got off to a strong start, securing the first game 11-8 to put pressure on the Barbadian side. Best and Cumberbatch refused to concede, battling through multiple deuces to edge a narrow 11-10 win in the second game to force a deciding third set. Despite their fighting spirit, the Barbadian pair could not maintain their momentum, falling 8-11 in the final game to exit the championship.

    In the men’s doubles draw, Barbados’ Darien Benn and Shawn Simpson faced a tougher test against Brazil’s Diego Gobbi and Pedro Mometto. The Brazilian pair controlled the match from start to finish, claiming a straight 2-0 win with set scores of 11-7 and 11-4 to end Benn and Simpson’s run.

    The day’s results follow on from Sunday’s singles action, where Prow bowed out of the women’s singles quarter-finals after a three-game loss to second-seeded Marina Stefanoni of the United States. Prow pushed Stefanoni in each game, but the American favorite claimed victory with set scores of 11-6, 11-1, 11-7.

    With individual draw play wrapping up for the Barbadian contingent, all focus now shifts to the team competition, which is scheduled to get underway on Thursday.

  • Sports Minister Maintains Decision to Return Cricket and Football to ARG Unchanged

    Sports Minister Maintains Decision to Return Cricket and Football to ARG Unchanged

    After months of inter-agency discussions and formal cabinet approval, top-level sports leadership in Antigua and Barbuda has reaffirmed that two of the Caribbean’s most beloved sports are set to make a comeback to one of the nation’s most iconic sporting venues.

    Dwayne George, the country’s Minister of Sports and Creative Industries, confirmed in a recent statement that the path is fully cleared for both football and cricket to resume matches at the historic Antigua Recreation Grounds (ARG). The formal green light for this landmark sports revival was first issued by the Antigua and Barbuda Cabinet back in June, following a series of constructive negotiations with the national governing bodies for both cricket and football.

    According to George, no remaining administrative, infrastructural or regulatory hurdles are currently blocking the return of organized competitive play to the venue. He added that once the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) completes all necessary pre-season preparations, the organization will kick off its 2024 September-to-December domestic football league right on the ARG’s pitch.

    In closing, the minister emphasized a key operational note for the two governing bodies: close, coordinated scheduling between the cricket and football associations will be critical to preventing scheduling conflicts and operational disruptions that could impact matchdays for athletes and fans alike.

  • GFA proudly supports footballers on US scholarships

    GFA proudly supports footballers on US scholarships

    A new cohort of promising young Grenadian footballers is set to advance both their academic careers and competitive football skills after securing full athletic scholarships to study at two community colleges in the United States, the Grenada Football Association (GFA) has officially announced.

    Seven male players — Ejay George, Vijay Valcin, Shermine Williams, Narshon Sylvester, Rondel Nelson, Raheem Raeburn, and Kelroy Peters — have already begun their programs at Missouri-based State Fair Community College (SFCC). Separately, two female athletes, Abigail Williams and Ronniellia Bubb, have started their tenures at Iowa Central Community College, marking another step forward for women’s football development in the Caribbean nation.

    This latest group of scholarship recipients joins more than 30 other Grenadian footballers already pursuing higher education in the U.S. through GFA-facilitated opportunities. GFA General Secretary Carl Lee emphasized that the achievement of these nine athletes is a direct reflection of the organization’s longstanding, unwavering commitment to holistic youth development. Rather than focusing solely on on-pitch performance, the GFA prioritizes creating sustainable pathways that allow local talent to excel in both academic and international sporting arenas, by connecting young players to structured opportunities that combine quality higher education with high-level competitive training.

    “We are immensely proud to see these young footballers and their families seize this incredible opportunity,” Lee stated in a press release from the GFA. “This achievement is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and raw talent. The GFA remains dedicated to empowering our players, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed both on the pitch and in the classroom.”

    Both host institutions compete within the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with Iowa Central competing in NJCAA Division I. The NJCAA framework provides a structured, competitive athletic environment that allows student-athletes to refine their football skills while working toward accredited college degrees, creating a foundation for future careers either in professional sports or other fields after graduation.

    As the athletes settle into their new programs, the GFA extended its well wishes for continued success, encouraging the young players to represent their home country proudly as they pursue their dual goals. The organization also reaffirmed its commitment to expanding similar opportunities for more young Grenadian footballers in the coming years, investing in the next generation of leaders for Grenadian football both on and off the pitch.

  • Bravo, Bishop named inaugural CPL Hall of Fame inductees

    Bravo, Bishop named inaugural CPL Hall of Fame inductees

    The Caribbean Premier League (CPL), one of the most popular T20 cricket tournaments in the world, has announced its first ever group of inductees to its newly established Hall of Fame, and the two honourees are star all-round cricketer Dwayne Bravo and celebrated commentator Ian Bishop. The official induction ceremony will take place at a special Hall of Fame Gala Dinner scheduled for September 15 in Barbados, where the pair will receive formal recognition for their extraordinary contributions to the competition.

    Bravo, a beloved Caribbean cricket icon, claims the distinction of being the first active and retired player to enter the Hall, while Bishop is being honoured in the non-player category for his unwavering support and coverage of the league since its first launch back in 2013.

    In his reaction to the announcement, Bravo expressed deep humility and excitement over the honour. “It’s a real honour to be the first player inducted into the CPL Hall of Fame. This tournament has been a huge part of my career, and I will always treasure every title I’ve won here,” he said. The all-rounder, who has competed in top-tier cricket leagues across the globe, added that there is no experience that compares to competing in front of home crowds in the Caribbean. “I’ve played cricket all over the world, but there’s nothing like playing at home. CPL is a true celebration of Caribbean culture and the game I love,” he noted.

    Bravo’s legacy in the CPL is unmatched by any other player in the tournament’s history. He currently ranks as the competition’s third-highest wicket-taker of all time, with an impressive 129 wickets to his name across his tenure. As a player, he claimed five CPL titles: four between 2015 and 2020 with the Trinbago Knight Riders, and a fifth with the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots in 2021. He extended that winning record even further in 2025, when he led the Trinbago Knight Riders to a championship victory as head coach, bringing his total CPL title count to six, making him the most decorated individual in the tournament’s history.

    Bishop echoed Bravo’s gratitude, saying that the recognition holds a special place in a career built around service to cricket and the Caribbean region. “Cricket has given me so much, and commentary has allowed me to give something back to a game and a region I love deeply. To be inducted into this inaugural CPL Hall of Fame class, and to be recognised for the stories I’ve had the privilege of telling, is an honour I’ll carry with me always,” he said. Bishop also emphasized that the CPL is far more than just a sporting event, calling it a critical platform for showcasing regional talent, cultural identity, and collective pride. “This tournament has always represented something bigger than the sport itself, it’s a stage for Caribbean talent, culture and pride, and I’m grateful to have had a courtside seat to its history,” he added.

    Beyond the induction celebrations, the upcoming gala also carries a charitable purpose: all proceeds from the event will be donated to the Sir Clive Lloyd Healthcare Foundation, which works across the Caribbean to expand public awareness of prostate cancer and improve access to testing for the disease throughout the region.

    CPL Chief Executive Officer Pete Russell shared that both Bravo and Bishop have been integral to the growth and global success of the tournament from its very first season. He described Bravo as one of the greatest match-winners the league has ever seen, and praised Bishop as the iconic voice that has brought the excitement and energy of CPL cricket to millions of fans across the globe.

    Moving forward, induction to the CPL Hall of Fame will become an annual tradition, with new inductees set to be announced in advance of each year’s tournament, continuing the work of honouring the individuals who have done the most to shape the competition’s legacy.

  • DABA 2026 playoff finals tip off tonight in Massacre

    DABA 2026 playoff finals tip off tonight in Massacre

    After months of intense regular season competition across the island, Dominica’s top amateur basketball squads are set to clash for national glory starting tonight, as the Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) officially opens the 2026 Playoff Finals at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex.

    This final championship series will feature back-to-back matchups on opening night, spanning both of DABA’s competitive divisions, with all four finalists entering a best-of-five tournament format that will decide the year’s national title holders. To claim the championship crown in their respective divisions, each team will need to secure three wins over their opponent, making every on-court performance critical from the opening tip-off.

    The first tip-off of the night is scheduled for 7:00 PM local time, when the West Coast Ballers will face off against the Possie Pacers in the Division One Finals. Immediately following the conclusion of the first matchup, the court will be cleared for the Premier Division Finals, which tips off at 9:00 PM, pitting Dr. Darroux PSC Falcons 1 against the Happi 767 SC Dominators.

    Basketball fans across Dominica have multiple ways to catch all the on-court action, whether they prefer to experience the energy of the games in person or cheer on their favorite teams from home. Spectators can purchase entry to watch the matchups live from the stands of the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex, while remote viewers can stream the games for free via DABA’s official Facebook page or tune into the live television broadcast on Digicel Channel 14. Between games and during breaks, local entertainer DJ Blend will keep the crowd engaged with music and interactive activities at the venue.

    In a public statement ahead of the opening night, DABA officials noted that all four qualifying teams have left the regular season behind, with the sole focus of bringing home the national championship title. The association has extended an open invitation to all basketball fans across the country to attend the games in person to cheer on their favorite squads, as the battle for national basketball honors gets underway tonight on August 18, 2026.

  • USVI handed a Saint Lucian sapat in CFU U14 football

    USVI handed a Saint Lucian sapat in CFU U14 football

    On the second day of the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Boys Under-14 Challenge Series hosted in eastern Dominican Republic, Saint Lucia’s under-14 national squad, the Piton Boyz, delivered a dominant performance that stole all the headlines, securing a lopsided 7-0 victory over the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) at Punta Cana’s Cap Cana Sports City on Monday.

    This result proved far more than just a routine win for the young Saint Lucian side. In the other Tier II Group D fixture of the tournament, Suriname and Grenada played out a tense 1-1 draw, a result that kept Saint Lucia’s faint hopes of topping the group alive. A second consecutive loss would have eliminated any chance for the Piton Boyz to claim first place in the group standing, making Monday’s rout a critical milestone in their tournament run.

    Despite the seven-goal blowout, Saint Lucia’s path to the group title remains steep. To secure the top spot, the side not only needs to claim victory against Suriname in their upcoming fixture on Wednesday, but they also need an unlikely upset result in the concurrent Grenada-USVI match. The USVI side has struggled severely through the opening two rounds of the tournament, failing to score a single goal while conceding a staggering 15 total goals across their first two outings.

    Monday’s win marked the largest margin of victory across all matches held on the day, with five different players finding the back of the net for the Piton Boyz. Shem Ishmael and Leon Vidal led the scoring with two goals each, while Anaj Piolius, Adan Adjodha and Khairi Elibox all contributed goals to the final tally.

    The first half opened with a quick breakthrough for Saint Lucia, as Ishmael slotted a shot home from the top of the 18-yard box in the 10th minute, a goal that held as the only score through halftime to put the Piton Boyz up 1-0. Six minutes into the second half, the New Generation FC winger doubled his tally, pouncing on a loose ball just outside the penalty area and hammering a shot into the far corner of the net.

    That second goal unlocked the floodgates for Saint Lucia, as the side ran riot through the USVI defense over the next five minutes. Monchy United substitute Anaj Polius won the ball off a USVI defender in open space before finding the net from a tight angle. Next, Anse La Raye’s Adan Adjodha converted a rebound chance, followed by Saint Lucia Sports Academy’s Leon Vidal slotting home a penalty to extend the lead.

    Before the final whistle, a Monchy United midfielder raced down the right wing to connect with a perfectly placed cross, tapping it home to make the score 6-0. In the dying minutes of the match, Vidal pulled off a clever spin move to shake off his marker and score his second goal of the game, capping the 7-0 rout for Saint Lucia.

    Looking ahead to Wednesday’s decisive group stage fixture, the Piton Boyz will need to bring their best form to overcome a tough Surinamese side. A win against Suriname would guarantee Saint Lucia finishes no lower than second in Group D, keeping their tournament dreams alive.