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Hetmyer, Rutherford Lead West Indies to Thrilling Chase Victory

Sherfane Rutherford and Shirmron Hetmyer found themselves facing a problem. The one West Indies often face. Dot balls. And they solved it in a way that is typical of them too. With boundaries. This was merely a consolation victory with West Indies’ chances of winning this series long past and a World Cup Qualifier in […]

22 Jul 2026 · 5m read

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A Tribute to the Greatest: Cricket West Indies Offers Free Admission to ODI Matches at Kensington Oval in Honour of Sir Garfield Sobers

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced that admission will be FREE for patrons attending the One-Day Internationals between the West Indies and New Zealand at Kensington Oval on Sunday, July 19 and Tuesday, July 21, as the cricketing world comes together to honour the life and legacy of The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, who […]

21 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA WELCOMES THE CARIBBEAN PREMIER LEAGUE TO THE ‘HOME OF PARTY CRICKET’

‘The Biggest Party’ in Sport, returns to the ‘Home of Party Cricket’ from August 20 to August 25 2026, as Antigua and Barbuda once again welcomes the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League to the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium for six unforgettable days of exciting cricket, carnival energy, culture and camaraderie as passionate fans come together […]

21 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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Spain clinches second FIFA World Cup title; Europe continues its dominance on football’s biggest stage, Gautam Karve, Editor-in-Chief,…

Spain secured its second FIFA World Cup title with a commanding performance, defeating Argentina in a final that showcased the Spanish side’s tactical discipline, technical quality, and championship mentality. From the opening whistle to the final moments, Spain controlled the tempo of the match through composed possession, intelligent movement, and a well-organized defensive structure. Argentina, […]

21 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Student Athlete Focus Magazine Launches July 31 to Connect Caribbean Talent with Global Opportunities and Position the Region as a Sports…

On July 31, 2026, the Caribbean will witness the launch of more than a new publication. It will mark the beginning of a regional initiative designed to transform how the world discovers Caribbean student-athletes while showcasing the Caribbean as one of the world’s most exciting destinations for sport, education, and sports tourism. Student Athlete Focus […]

17 Jul 2026 · 4m read

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Spain Defeats France 2-0 Books Place in World Cup Final

Luis de la Fuente’s side blunted a France team brimming with attacking talent, controlled a game of few chances and will deservedly take their place in Sunday’s showpiece thanks to goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. Oyarzabal opened the scoring from the penalty spot midway through the first half after a lapse from France […]

15 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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WE United FC Tops DFA U-15 League After Two Weeks

After two exciting weeks of competition in the DFA Youth Under-15 League 2026, WE United FC has emerged as the early league leader, sitting at the top of the standings with a perfect six points. The race for the title, however, remains wide open as teams continue to battle for valuable points with plenty of […]

15 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Barbados Sets the Early Pace in Rising Stars Under-19 Championship

Defending champions Barbados have made a commanding start to the 2026 Cricket West Indies Rising Stars Under-19 50-Over Championship, emerging as the early pacesetters after two rounds of competition. Back-to-back victories over the Windward Islands and Leeward Islands have propelled Barbados to the top of the standings on 14.2 points, with their impressive performances earning […]

15 Jul 2026 · 3m read

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The Making of Realeanna Grimmond – Character & Growth

Cricket found Realeanna Grimmond before she found it. Growing up in a household where both parents played the game, she was on the road with them before she could properly explain why she loved it. “I used to travel a lot with them so I kind of just fell into cricket as well”, she says […]

14 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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Dominica Falls to Turks and Caicos, Shifts Focus to Friday Night Clash with Host Guyana

Dominica opened its campaign at the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers with an 81–64 defeat to the Turks and Caicos Islands, despite a strong third-quarter response and an outstanding 29-point performance from Ethan Boland. The Bouyon Ballers will now turn their attention to an important encounter against host nation Guyana on Friday, July 10, 2026, […]

13 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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West Indies Secure First Test Series Win Against Sri Lanka in 23 Years

The West Indies ended a 23-year wait for a Test series victory over Sri Lanka, securing a 1-0 triumph in the two-match series following the drawn second Test in Antigua. A pair of outstanding batting performances from Justin Greaves and Shai Hope inspired the West Indies to 499 all out in reply to Sri […]

13 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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Cricket West Indies Announces ODI Squad For The Three Matches Against New Zealand

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the opening three matches of the five-match One-Day International (ODI) series against New Zealand, to be played in Guyana and Barbados. 19-year-old wrist spinner Vitel Lawes, who has been training with the Senior team since the preparatory camp prior to the start of the […]

8 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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HISTORIC MOMENT FOR DOMINICA BASKETBALL AS SENIOR MEN’S NATIONAL TEAM HEADS TO FIBA AMERICUP 2029 CARIBBEAN PRE-QUALIFIERS

The Dominica Basketball Association is proud to officially announce the Senior Men’s National Basketball Team delegation that will represent Dominica at the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers. This tournament represents a historic milestone for Dominica basketball, marking the first time that Dominica’s Senior Men’s National Team will participate in a FIBA tournament. Dominica previously participated […]

8 Jul 2026 · 2m read

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Cricket West Indies Welcomes More Than 350 Summer Camp Students To Fun and Engaging Day At Test Cricket

Cricket West Indies (CWI) welcomed more than 350 children in addition to over 50 chaperones from 11 summer camps across Antigua and Barbuda to the opening day of the second Test between the West Indies and Sri Lanka at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Friday, July 3, as part of its ongoing commitment to […]

7 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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The Pitch Is the Map

A multiracial, multipolar world is playing out at the World Cup on the soil of a power trying to hold both at the gate. The 2026 World Cup is under way. Before a ball is struck, before the anthem ends, the camera performs a kind of cartography. It glides across the line-ups and reveals what stump […]

6 Jul 2026 · 6m read

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Dominica Returns to OECS Athletics Championships with Nine-Member Team

Dominica will return to the regional athletics stage this weekend as a nine-member delegation competes in the 2026 ANOECS Track and Field Championships in St. Kitts and Nevis. The announcement was made jointly by the Dominica Olympic Committee and the Dominica Athletics Association, marking the country’s return to the senior OECS championships for the first […]

6 Jul 2026 · 1m read

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SUMMER STARTS WITH VOLLEYBALL ACTION!

Get ready for one of the most exciting sporting events of the season as the Isaiah Thomas Secondary School’s past and present male and female students go head-to-head in an epic volleyball showdown! Will the reigning champions defend their title, or will the veteran past students prove they still have what it takes? Admission: FREE […]

29 Jun 2026 · 1m read

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Cricket West Indies Congratulates Kemar Roach on Reaching 300 Test Wickets

Captain Roston Chase and Head Coach Daren Sammy Record First Test Match Win Cricket West Indies (CWI) extends heartfelt congratulations to veteran fast bowler Kemar Roach on becoming just the fifth West Indian to claim 300 Test wickets, achieving the historic milestone during the West Indies’ memorable victory over Sri Lanka in the opening Test […]

29 Jun 2026 · 1m read

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Cricket West Indies Announces Test Squad for Two Match Series Against Sri Lanka

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a 15-member squad for the two-match test series against Sri Lanka, which will be played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua from June 25 to July 7. The West Indies will look to make the most of home conditions and conclude the current World Test Championship cycle […]

25 Jun 2026 · 3m read

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The road to BVI begins now!

The Dominica Volleyball Association is pleased to announce the Male and Female Training Squads selected to prepare for the upcoming ECVA Senior Volleyball Championships, scheduled for August in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. The men’s programme has enjoyed tremendous success in recent years, securing podium finishes at the 2024 and 2025 championships. With consecutive medals already […]

25 Jun 2026 · 1m read

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International Futbol Experiences (IFE) Launches Football Development Partnership in Dominica

Christopher Saul Identifies 16 Dominican Players for International Pathways While Introducing “Train & Play in Nature” Programme Dominica has taken another significant step toward becoming a regional hub for sports tourism and athlete development following a successful two-week visit by Christopher Saul, Founder and Director of International Futbol Experiences (IFE). Saul’s visit focused on creating […]

24 Jun 2026 · 2m read

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Lionel Messi Sets New World Cup Record as Tournament’s All-Time Leading Scorer

Lionel Messi celebrates his record-setting goal against Austria on Monday.Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images Mondays don’t seem so bad when it’s world cup time, and we’re in for another treat as we start a new week of the tournament. After Cape Verde continued its fairytale and spain got back to winning ways yesterday, today’s action involves three […]

23 Jun 2026 · 2m read

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Colihaut/Coulibistrie Combine Advances to Developmental Division Final

The Colihaut/Coulibistrie Primary School Combine has booked its place in the final of the Sports Division Primary Schools Netball Festival Developmental Division after defeating Castle Bruce Primary School 7-0 in their semifinal encounter. Leading the scoring for the Colihaut/Coulibistrie Combine was Nahla Vidal, who netted 4 goals from 13 attempts, while Anneliese Thomas added 3 […]

19 Jun 2026 · 1m read

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Sineku Primary Advances to Developmental Division Final

Sineku Primary School has secured its place in the final of the Developmental Division of the Sports Division Primary Schools Netball Festival following an impressive 11-2 victory over Penville Primary School in their semifinal encounter at Benjamin’s Park in Portsmouth. Leading the way for Sineku Primary were Deanna Louis, who scored 7 goals from 17 […]

19 Jun 2026 · 1m read