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Billiard Kings Sweep Semifinal Series to Claim NPPA Third-Place Trophy
The Billiard Kings completed a dominant 3-0 semifinal sweep, defeating Cue Action 5-2 on Wednesday night to capture the third-place trophy at the 2026 National Pool Players Association Team Tournament. Standout contributions from Grim and a series-clinching performance from Jason Roberts highlighted an outstanding postseason campaign.
Sports Minister Sends Team Antigua and Barbuda Off to NACAC Championships in Mexico
Sports Minister Dwayne George addressed Team Antigua and Barbuda at V.C. Bird International Airport on Wednesday, urging the athletes to compete with pride at the NACAC Under-18 and Under-23 Athletics Championships in Apizaco, Mexico, running July 10 to 12.
Finalists Named for 2026 Junior Calypso and Junior Party Monarch Competitions
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has named the finalists for the 2026 Junior Calypso Monarch and Junior Party Monarch competitions, with both finals set for Carnival City on 19th July. Admission to both events is free.
Twenty Antiguan Footballers Set for European Development Tour in Poland This July
Twenty young footballers from Antigua and Barbuda will represent the nation on the JETS FC European Development Tour 2026 in Poland from July 12th to 27th, competing in six international matches and training under professional coaches. The squad was selected through a competitive national talent identification programme hosted by JETS FC earlier this year.
Rising Production Costs Threatening Young Soca Talent, Artist Warns
Soca artist Tanzania Sebastian-Hector, known as Tizzy, is warning that soaring production costs — from studio fees to promotional visuals and travel expenses — are pushing young, financially unsupported artists out of the industry. She is also calling for greater airplay to ensure quality soca music reaches local audiences.
Antigua & Barbuda Sends U20 Beach Volleyball Team to ECVA Championship in St. Kitts
Antigua & Barbuda's national under-20 beach volleyball delegation has departed for St. Kitts & Nevis to compete in the 2026 ECVA Under-20 Beach Volleyball Championship from July 7–12. Four athletes and two head coaches will represent the nation at the regional event.
Dowdye and Jones Claim Silver and Bronze at OECS Track and Field Championships
Geolyna Dowdye and Soniya Jones delivered a double podium finish for Antigua and Barbuda at the 2026 OECS Track and Field Championships, claiming silver and bronze respectively in the women's 100 metres. Sprint legend Daniel "Bakka" Bailey presented the medals at the Kim Collins Athletics Stadium in St. Kitts.
Dowdye and Jones Claim Sprint Medals for Antigua and Barbuda at OECS Championships
Geolyna Dowdye and Soniya Jones claimed silver and bronze in the women's 100 metres at the 2026 OECS Track and Field Championships in St. Kitts, with sprint icon Daniel "Bakka" Bailey on hand to present their medals.
Maliek Francis Sets National and Stadium Records in OECS Javelin Gold Medal Win
Antiguan athlete Maliek Francis won gold in the men's javelin at the OECS Track and Field Championships in St Kitts and Nevis, setting both a new national record and a stadium record with a throw of 66.11 metres.
Maliek Francis Shatters National Record to Win OECS Javelin Gold
Antigua and Barbuda's Maliek Francis won gold at the OECS Championships with a javelin throw of 66.11 metres, breaking both the national record and the Kim Collins Athletics Facility stadium record in a single competition.
Dowdye Sets Championship Record as Antigua and Barbuda Nets Five Medals at OECS Athletics
Sprinter Geolyna Dowdye broke the OECS Athletics Championships record in the women's 200 metres, spearheading a five-medal day for Antigua and Barbuda in Basseterre, St Kitts. Javelin thrower Zonique Charles also rewrote the national record en route to a silver medal, as reported by Antigua.news.
Antigua and Barbuda Names Squad for FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Qualifiers in Guyana
The Antigua and Barbuda Basketball Association has named its senior men's national team to compete in the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Qualifiers in Georgetown, Guyana, from July 8 to 12. The Bulldogs will face Bermuda, Guyana, Dominica, and Turks and Caicos in Group A competition.
Zonique Charles Wins Javelin Silver, Shatters Antigua and Barbuda National Record
Zonique Charles claimed silver in the women's javelin at the OECS Championships in St. Kitts, breaking Antigua and Barbuda's national record with a throw of 42.92 metres. The previous record of 41.11 metres had stood since 2007.
Dowdye Shatters OECS Record to Claim Women's 200m Gold for Antigua and Barbuda
Geolyna Dowdye won gold in the women's 200m at the OECS Championships on Saturday, setting a new championship record of 23.28 seconds. Her performance broke a mark that had stood since 2017.
Christopher Johnson Clinches Antigua and Barbuda's First Medal at OECS Championships
Christopher Johnson has won Antigua and Barbuda's first medal at the 2026 OECS Track and Field Championships, claiming silver in the men's shot put with a throw of 16.31 metres on the opening day of competition in St. Kitts.
Antigua and Barbuda Swim Team Heads to PanAm Aquatics Championships in Colombia
Nine swimmers departed Antigua on Friday to compete at the 5th PanAm Aquatics Swimming Championships in Ibagué, Colombia, from July 8 to 12, 2026. The squad, selected by the Antigua and Barbuda Swimming Federation, will face top junior and senior athletes from across the Americas.
Antigua & Barbuda Names U20 Beach Volleyball Teams for July Championship in St. Kitts
The Antigua & Barbuda Volleyball Association has named its men's and women's national teams to compete at the 2026 ECVA Under-20 Beach Volleyball Championship in Saint Kitts & Nevis this July. The four selected athletes were chosen based on their performance, training consistency and regional competition experience.
National Cyclist Tahjé Browne Graduates Weeks After Surviving Hit-and-Run
National cyclist Tahjé Browne has graduated from ABCAS, drawing praise from Education Minister Daryll Matthew just weeks after Browne was seriously injured in a hit-and-run collision on Sir Sydney Walling Highway. The milestone has been widely celebrated as a powerful symbol of perseverance and recovery.
Antiguan Coach Selected to Represent Nation at Regional Beach Volleyball Course
Coach Braulio Estrada Lopez has been selected to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the 2026 ECVA Beach Volleyball Coaches Course in Saint Kitts & Nevis, scheduled for July 8–12. The announcement was made by the Antigua & Barbuda Volleyball Association as part of its commitment to coach education and sporting development.
Titans Set Up NPPA Championship Showdown with Unbeaten Money Team
The Titans defeated the Billiard Kings 5-3 on Monday to reach the NPPA Team Championship Final for a third straight season, where they will face unbeaten Money Team, who carry a 19-match winning streak into the title clash.