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Jaeda Pigott Secures CARIFTA Games Spot in U17 800m
Antiguan youth athlete Jaeda Pigott has qualified for the CARIFTA Games after meeting the required standard in the Under-17 Girls' 800 metres at the CARIFTA Trials. The Antigua and Barbuda Athletic Association confirmed her selection despite challenging conditions on the day.
Flyers Defeat Ovals, Stingers Top Ottos in ABBA Division 1 Double-Header
Defending champions EZ Fit Flyers edged Cuties Ovals Ojays 89-82 in a key ABBA Division 1 matchup on Sunday, while the Stingers defeated Ottos in the night's second game at the JSC Basketball Complex.
FC Aston Villa Climb to Third in APL After Crushing 9-1 Win Over John Hughes
FC Aston Villa moved into third place in the Antigua Premier League with a commanding 9-1 victory over John Hughes on Sunday, while Old Road and Green City shared the spoils in the day's other fixture.
Kofi James Slams Century to Climb Two-Day Runs Chart Despite Weekend Rain
Leeward Islands Hurricanes' Kofi James scored a century for PIC Liberta Blackhawks, moving second on the two-day cricket runs-scoring chart and guiding his side to a first innings lead against Pigotts Crushers in a drawn match.
Pigott Secures Carifta Games Spot After 800m Qualifying Run at Weekend Trials
Middle distance runner Jaeda Pigott has qualified for the Carifta Games after meeting the Girls Under-17 800 metres standard at the ABAA Carifta Trials held at the YASCO Sports Complex. She joins a number of other Antiguan and Barbudan athletes already confirmed for the regional competition.
British High Commission and ABAA Unite to Celebrate Youth Sport on Commonwealth Day
The British High Commission and the Antigua and Barbuda Athletics Association joined forces on March 5 to mark Commonwealth Day 2026, bringing together former Commonwealth athletes and more than 60 young competitors at the CARIFTA Trials. The Resident British Commissioner used the occasion to commend the participating youth athletes.
Daniel Antonio Wins Four Gold Medals at North American Armwrestling Championships
Antiguan armwrestler Daniel Antonio claimed four gold medals at the North American Armwrestling Championships in Ottawa, further cementing his reputation as one of the sport's top regional competitors. The achievement marks another historic milestone for Antigua and Barbuda on the international sporting stage.
All Saints United Rally Past Pigotts Bullets to Maintain Premier League Form
Defending ABFA Premier League champions All Saints United came from a goal down to beat Pigotts Bullets 3-1 at the ABFA Technical Centre on Saturday, as top-flight football returned after a three-week break.
Cedar Grove Gunners Survive Overtime Thriller to Remain Unbeaten in ABBA Division Two
The Cedar Grove Gunners stayed unbeaten in ABBA Division Two after defeating the Old Road Daggers 80–78 in overtime Saturday night at the JSC Sports Complex. The Daggers led early but could not hold off a determined Gunners comeback.
Uprising Boxing Gym to Host 'No Guts, No Glory' Fight Night in English Harbour
Uprising Boxing Gym is set to host 'No Guts, No Glory' on April 4th, 2026, at Lucky Eddie's in English Harbour, in a bid to revive interest in boxing across Antigua and Barbuda. The event is co-promoted by GoBoat and Lucky Eddie's.
CountryFest Crowns Raiine and New Champions in Groovy and Jumpy Categories
Emerging artiste Raiine was crowned the Groovy category winner at CountryFest, held in the village of Urlings, taking home the $1,500 top prize. Dan Fergus and Peetron followed as first and second runners-up respectively, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Antigua Sailing Week Revamps Format for 57th Regatta to Meet Modern Sailing Demands
Antigua Sailing Week is introducing a new competition format for its 57th regatta, with organisers adapting the renowned Caribbean event to align with modern sailing trends while preserving its longstanding traditions.
Cabinet Congratulates Under-20 Benna Boys on CONCACAF Championship Qualification
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has congratulated the national Under-20 football team after the young Benna Boys qualified for the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship with a 1-0 victory over the Dominican Republic.
Yasco Sports Complex Opens New EC$590,000 Restroom and Changing Facility
A new restroom and changing facility worth approximately EC$590,000 has officially opened at the Yasco Sports Complex, marking a major upgrade to Antigua and Barbuda's premier athletics venue.
Benna Girls Suffer 4-0 Loss to Guyana in Concacaf W Qualifiers
The Antigua and Barbuda Senior Women's Football Team fell to a 4-0 defeat against Guyana in Group B of the Concacaf W Qualifiers at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Thursday. Guyana dominated all areas of play, maintaining constant pressure on the home side.
Hoppers and Five Islands Secure Crucial First Division Victories
Greenbay Hoppers edged Willikies 1-0 in the ABFA First Division on Wednesday, keeping their Antigua Premier League promotion push on track. Five Islands also claimed an important win on the same matchday.
Cedar Grove Gunners Stay Perfect Through Five Games in ABBA Division Two
Cedar Grove Gunners remained unbeaten after five ABBA Division Two matches with a 67–52 win over Fearless Crew on Wednesday, while Phoenix crushed United 83–53 in the evening's opening game at the JSC Sports Complex.
APL Returns to Daytime Fixtures for First Time in Over a Decade
The Antigua Premier League is returning to all-daylight fixtures for the first time in over a decade, with matches scheduled for 2:15 pm and 4:15 pm on weekends as the ABFA works to address issues at its Technical Center.
Drake Hadeed Signs with Spanish Club Antequera CF in Career-Defining Move
Antiguan international Drake Hadeed has signed with Spanish club Antequera CF, which competes within the La Liga professional football system, marking a major milestone in the young footballer's European career.
Ex-National Cricketer Calls on Ministry to Prioritise Schools Cricket Programme
Former national cricketer Kadeem Phillip is publicly urging the Ministry of Sports and coordinator Ridley Jacobs to improve the management of schools cricket, following a decision to declare the Rising Sun Grounds unfit for play.