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Former ATC President Cochrane Flags Lingering Concerns Over Future of Horse Racing
Former Antigua Turf Club president Neil Cochrane says concerns over the future of local horse racing persist despite a recent meeting with current ATC leadership. Cochrane is hopeful that issues surrounding track uncertainty can still be resolved.
Jeffers Hails Team Effort After Benna Boys Record Back-to-Back U20 Wins
Antigua and Barbuda's Under-20 football side recorded a 2-0 victory over British Virgin Islands in Costa Rica, their second consecutive win in the Concacaf Men's Under-20 Qualifiers. Coach Schyan Jeffers praised the team's consistency and collective effort following the result.
Davis Explodes for 51 Points as Clare Hall Dominate St Mary's in Senior Boys Basketball
Clare Hall Secondary's Tajahron Davis delivered a stunning 51-point performance to lead his team to a 93–73 victory over St Mary's Secondary in Wednesday's Senior Boys basketball action. PMS also secured a comfortable win over ABCAS on the same programme.
Virgin Atlantic Returns as Official Airline Partner for Antigua Sailing Week 2026
Virgin Atlantic has signed on as the official airline partner for Antigua Sailing Week 2026, marking the carrier's return to one of the Caribbean's premier sailing events.
Antigua National Pickleball Team Travels to Atlanta for International Training
The Antigua national pickleball team has travelled to Atlanta, Georgia, for international training sessions and community events, marking a notable development for the sport in Antigua and Barbuda.
Father-Son Cricket Duo Honoured with Lunch for Historic Local Partnership
Father-and-son cricket pair Kerry and Kerique Mentore were honoured with a celebratory lunch at Julees Restaurant following their historic partnership that led Rising Sun Spartans to their first Two-Day competition win in April.
Ex-National Footballer Abraham Enters ABFA Presidential Race, Cites Lack of Confidence in Field
Former national footballer Fernando "Nando" Abraham has entered the ABFA presidential race, citing a lack of confidence in previously declared candidates ahead of the May 21st electoral congress.
Browne Remains Unbeaten After Fourth Consecutive Win in 2026 Cycling Season
Wadadli Cycling Academy's Tahje Browne has extended his perfect start to the 2026 cycling season, winning the Robert Peters 2-Stage Race for his fourth consecutive victory. The national cyclist has now gone unbeaten in every race organised by the Antigua and Barbuda Cycling Federation this year.
Line Dance Connection Returns to Stage After Seven-Year Absence
The Line Dance Connection returned to the stage Saturday night at St. Anthony's Secondary School, drawing a packed crowd for its first major performance since 2019 after a seven-year hiatus.
Gonsalves Donates Footballs to Antigua Ball Masters Ahead of Trinidad Trip
Former national footballer Garfield 'Garry' Gonsalves has donated footballs to the Antigua Ball Masters as the team prepares for an upcoming trip to Trinidad and Tobago. The contribution highlights his continued dedication to football development in Antigua and Barbuda.
Jones Century Leads Police to Dominant 290-Run Victory in Parish League
Police demolished Seatons by 290 runs, powered by a century from Jeron Jones, while Sea View Farm defeated Mahico in the ACB Caribbean Parish League Sir Curtly Ambrose Ltd Overs Competition on Sunday.
Scorpions Finish First Division Season in Style with 5-0 Rout of Five Islands FC
Freeman's Village Scorpions wrapped up their 2025/26 First Division season with a dominant 5-0 victory over Five Islands FC at the ABFA Technical Center on Sunday. The already-promoted side put on a commanding performance to close out their campaign in style ahead of their move to the Antigua Premier League.
Da Project and Flyers Advance to D1 Basketball Finals After Sweeping Semifinals
Da Project and Flyers have booked their spots in the ABBA Division 1 Playoff Finals after both sides swept their semifinal opponents two games to nil on Sunday night, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Antiguan Jon Ferris Earns IFBB Pro Card with Dominant Win at Roger Boyce Classic
Antiguan athlete Jon Ferris has been awarded an IFBB Pro Card after finishing first overall in the Senior Men's Physique category at the Roger Boyce Barbados Classic and World Cup. The achievement marks a landmark moment in Ferris's competitive bodybuilding career.
ABCA President Vows Super 40 Final Will Be Played After Saturday Postponement
ABCA President Leon "Kuma" Rodney has vowed that the Super 40 Championships final will be played after Saturday's match between the New Winthorpes Lions was postponed. The association plans to consult with match officials to determine a new date for the decider.
WICB Championships Final Resumes After Pitch Scare at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
The West Indies Championships final between Guyana Harpy Eagles and Trinidad and Tobago Red Force was briefly halted after just four deliveries due to pitch concerns at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, before resuming after lunch on day one. Grounds staff successfully addressed the hazardous conditions, leaving the four-day clash evenly balanced.
Former National Player Lewis-Buchanan Says Consistency Key to Women's Football Growth
Former women's national footballer and coach Georgetta Lewis-Buchanan says consistent league organisation and corporate support from entities like the Calvyn Ayre Foundation are essential to growing women's football in Antigua and Barbuda.
Da Project Upset Elite Stingerz as Flyers Cruise Past Ottos in ABBA Playoff Openers
Da Project stunned Elite Stingerz and defending champions Flyers dominated Ottos in the opening games of the ABBA Division 1 basketball playoffs semifinals on Thursday. Both series now stand at one game apiece in favour of the winners.
Old Road Daggers Advance to ABBA Division 2 Semis Behind Simon's 23-Point Performance
Old Road Daggers advanced to the ABBA Division 2 Playoffs semifinals after defeating Da Project 78-63 in a decisive Game 3 on Wednesday night, with Simon top-scoring on 23 points. The team dominated all four quarters at the JSC Basketball Complex to seal the series.
Former Football Star Gonsalves Eyes FA Presidency with Focus on Youth Development
Former Antiguan football standout Garfield "Garry" Gonsalves has entered the race for the ABFA presidency, promising a strong focus on youth development at the Under-20 level. He is one of four candidates vying for the position, according to Antigua Observer.