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Potters Playing Field Complex Set for September Completion Ahead of CHOGM 2026
The Potters Playing Field multi-sport complex is on schedule for substantial completion by September 30, ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting set to take place in Antigua and Barbuda. Minister of State Michael Freeland and High Commissioner Karen-Mae Hill toured the site this week to review progress on the facility.
Burn Survivor Shavessa Gasper Takes the Queen of Carnival Stage in 2026
Burn survivor Shavessa Gasper will compete as Miss Exotic Antigua in the 2026 Queen of Carnival Competition, bringing with her a powerful story of resilience after suffering severe burns and facial disfigurement as a child. Her participation is already being celebrated across Antigua and Barbuda as an inspiring challenge to conventional notions of beauty.
Soca Queen CP Peters to Headline London's Montserrat Festival UK Celebration
Antiguan soca star Claudette "CP" Peters, a 10-time Soca Monarch Queen and Caribbean carnival trailblazer, has been named the headline performer for the Montserrat Festival UK's "Rising from the Ashes" celebration in London on July 18.
Senator O'Neil Donates to Cricket Academy That Shaped His Youth
Senator Shaquan O'Neil has donated to A Chance to Shine Academy, the youth cricket programme he credits with shaping his early development, honouring the coach who guided him to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the youth level.
Sports Minister George Meets ABFA to Chart Path for Football Growth
Sports Minister Dwayne George has met with the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association to discuss strategies for player development, infrastructure improvements, and greater government collaboration in advancing the sport.
ABBA Names Training Squad for FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers in Guyana
The Antigua and Barbuda Basketball Association has named its training squad for the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 CBC Pre-Qualifiers, taking place July 8-12 in Georgetown, Guyana. Antigua and Barbuda will compete in Group A against Guyana, Dominica, Turks and Caicos, and Bermuda.
Antigua and Barbuda Name 27-Man Squad for FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers
The Antigua and Barbuda Basketball Association has named a 27-player squad for the CBC Pre-Qualifiers in Guyana, as the nation begins its campaign to advance in the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 qualification process. The tournament runs July 8–12 in Georgetown, with only the group winner progressing to the next round.
Verandah Antigua to Host Pickleball Pro Series Featuring U.S. Open Champion
The Verandah Antigua will host a Pickleball Pro Series from June 8 to 17, featuring 2022 U.S. Open champion Frank Solana and other professional players. The event is part of Elite Island Resorts' broader effort to establish Antigua as a premier destination for pickleball tourism.
Five Islands Campus Makes History with Three Medals at Debut UWI Games
The UWI Five Islands Campus made a historic debut at the 2026 UWI Games, claiming three bronze medals and finishing fourth overall among five campuses at the regional competition held in Trinidad and Tobago.
ABCA Sets June 15 Accreditation Deadline for West Indies-Sri Lanka Test Series
The Antigua and Barbuda Cricket Association has announced that accreditation will be mandatory for all service personnel at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium during the West Indies vs. Sri Lanka Test Series, with a submission deadline of June 15, 2026. The two-match series is scheduled for late June and early July 2026.
ABAA to Stage National Track and Field Championships at YASCO on June 20-21
The Antigua and Barbuda Athletic Association will host its 2026 National Track and Field Championships at the YASCO Sports Complex on June 20 and 21, with competition beginning at 3 p.m. each day. Admission is $20 for adults and $10 for children, with reserved seating also available.
Antigua and Barbuda Set to Field 13-Member Squad at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Antigua and Barbuda Commonwealth Games Association has confirmed a 13-member squad will compete in Glasgow, Scotland, from 23 July to 2 August 2026, spanning Athletics, Boxing, Track Cycling, and Swimming. Karen Joseph, a former national netball star, has been appointed Chef de Mission to lead the delegation.
Antigua and Barbuda Cyclists Shine with Multiple Podium Finishes at OECS Championships
Antigua and Barbuda riders secured multiple podium finishes across several categories at the 2026 ABWU Invitational and OECS Cycling Championships, with Grenada's Red Walters claiming the Elite Men's title. Competitors from seven Eastern Caribbean nations contested honours on the 19.046-kilometre circuit.
CWI Unveils 2026 Men's International Home Season Against Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Pakistan
Cricket West Indies has officially unveiled its 2026 Men's International Home Series schedule, featuring series against Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and Pakistan across multiple Caribbean territories from June through August. Antigua is set to host a two-match Test series against Sri Lanka at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in late June and early July.
Seven Delegates Named for Queen of Carnival 2026 Competition
Seven delegates have been officially named to compete for the Queen of Carnival 2026 title in Antigua and Barbuda, following an intensive screening process by competition organizers. The contestants bring a diverse array of academic backgrounds, talents and personal interests to this year's competition, themed "Rhythm of a Queen: The Beat of Her Journey."
Antigua Cup International Youth Tournament Set for July 2026
Young Warriors Football Club has announced the third staging of the Antigua Cup International Youth Tournament, scheduled for July 5–12, 2026, at Buckley's Primary School Playing Field. Registration for both Boys' and Girls' divisions remains open until June 15.
British-Antiguan Whylee O'Brien Earns Combat Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt at 41
Whylee O'Brien, a 41-year-old British-Antiguan from New Winthorpes Village, has earned his Black Belt in Combat Jiu-Jitsu, marking a landmark achievement celebrated by his family and the wider Antiguan community. His accomplishment is being hailed as an inspiration to young people across Antigua and Barbuda.
Five Islands Campus Claims First UWI Games Win in Historic Regional Debut
The UWI Five Islands Campus claimed its first-ever UWI Games victory with a dominant 67-34 basketball win over the Global Campus on Friday, as the Antigua-based institution makes its historic debut at the regional tournament in Trinidad and Tobago.
Four Young Cricketers Depart for UK Clubs Under Antigua Exchange Programme
Four Antiguan and Barbudan cricketers have arrived in the United Kingdom to compete with English club sides as part of the seventh cohort of the Antigua Exchange Programme, a youth development initiative with ties to the country's High Commission in London. The players will spend four months gaining exposure to competitive league cricket across Nottinghamshire and other counties.
Antiguan Cricketer Matthew Miller Shines in England on Pioneering Bede's Scholarship
Antiguan cricketer Matthew Miller has made a striking start to the 2026 season in England as the first recipient of the Antigua and Barbuda–Bede's School cricket scholarship, scoring 463 runs at an average of 66.14 and taking 15 wickets. His progress was observed by Antigua and Barbuda's High Commissioner to the UK, Karen-Mae Hill, who praised his performances as a reflection of the value of sport and education partnerships.