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Kamar Thomas Wins Historic 25K Trail Race at AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest
Antiguan athlete Kamar Thomas won the 25K Trail Race at the AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest, finishing in 2:32:33 ahead of a strong regional field. The festival attracted more than 100 athletes from across the Caribbean and internationally.
Barbuda Secondary School Students Lead Media Coverage at Equipment Handover
Students at Sir McChesney George Secondary School in Barbuda managed media operations during an equipment handover ceremony, showcasing how sports programmes can build skills in communications and event management. The Ministry of Sport reaffirmed its commitment to expanding such opportunities for students across Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua Elite Gymnastics Academy Claims 16 Medals, Finishes Second in Regional Debut
The Antigua Elite Gymnastics Academy claimed 16 medals and finished second overall in its regional debut, competing against roughly 300 athletes from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and Jamaica. The team also swept the all-around trophies, taking first, second, and third place.
Antigua Racing Cup Heads to Final Day With Class Standings Finely Balanced
The penultimate day of the Antigua Racing Cup was delayed by a rain squall before delivering intense racing across all classes, leaving CSA 2 locked in a tie atop the standings heading into the final day. As reported by Antigua News Room, Danish Blue strengthened her lead in CSA 3 while Whiplash remained unbeaten in CSA 4.
Shaw Hat-Trick Powers Jamaica to 4-0 Win Over Antigua and Barbuda Women
Khadija Shaw netted a hat-trick as Jamaica defeated Antigua and Barbuda 4-0 in a Concacaf Championship qualifier in Kingston on Saturday. The result keeps Jamaica top of Group B with nine points from three matches.
ECAB Donates $6,000 to Sir Richie Richardson Charity Golf Day
The Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank has donated $6,000 to the 3rd Annual Sir Richie Richardson Charity Golf Day, set for April 11, 2026, at Cedar Valley Golf Club. The event raises funds for the Bright Minds Project and the Striving for Excellence Antigua Golf Academy.
Cabinet Greenlights Cricket West Indies Campus and High-Performance Centre in Antigua
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved the establishment of a 20-acre Cricket West Indies Campus, including a High-Performance Centre, cricket academy, museum, and CPL headquarters, in a phased development running through 2030. The project aims to position the nation as the Caribbean's leading cricket and sports tourism hub while driving economic diversification.
Sports Minister Welcomes Home Swimmers After Strong CARIFTA Aquatics Showing
Sports Minister Daryll Matthew has welcomed home the national swimming team following a medal-rich performance at the 39th CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, highlighted by gold medals and record-breaking swims from several athletes.
Massiah Claims Hat-Trick at Jermaine Kentish Birthday Golf Shootout
New Winthorpes golfer Dion Kiethly Massiah has won the Jermaine Kentish Birthday Shootout for the third year running, defeating the event's namesake in a playoff to claim the five-hundred-dollar grand prize. The star-studded nine-hole competition drew seventeen players, including national hero Sir Viv Richards.
Team Antigua and Barbuda Receives Red Carpet Welcome Home
Team Antigua and Barbuda received a red carpet welcome home, with Antigua News Room capturing the celebratory reception on video.
Team Antigua and Barbuda Returns Home Following CARIFTA Games in Grenada
Antigua and Barbuda's junior athletes have returned home to a warm reception following their participation in the CARIFTA Games in Grenada, with officials praising the experience as a vital step in the development of the nation's young sporting talent.
Sports Minister Praises CARIFTA Medalists as Athletes Return to Antigua
Sports Minister Daryll S. Matthew has praised Antigua and Barbuda's athletes following their performances at the 53rd CARIFTA Games, highlighting gold medals from sprinter Tyra Fenton and additional podium finishes from Zonique Charles and Maliek Francis. Several team members also recorded personal bests during the regional competition.
ABNOC Pledges Targeted Support for CARIFTA Medalists After Strong 6th-Place Finish
The Antigua and Barbuda National Olympic Committee has congratulated its athletes, led by double-gold medallist Tyra Fenton, on a 6th-place finish at the 2026 CARIFTA Championships, and announced targeted long-term development support for the medalists.
Antigua and Barbuda Swimmers Win Four Golds on Night Three of CARIFTA Aquatics
Antigua and Barbuda's swimmers claimed four gold medals and two bronze medals on the third night of finals at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, with the team also setting two national records and three age-group records. MacMillan, Shaw and DeGannes led the charge with standout individual performances.
Ministry of Sports Calls Public to Airport to Welcome Home CARIFTA Champions
The Ministry of Sports is inviting the public to gather at V.C. Bird International Airport at 11:30 a.m. to welcome home Antigua and Barbuda's CARIFTA team following a strong performance at the regional championships in Grenada.
PM Browne Pledges Heavy Investment in Sprint Star Tyra Fenton After CARIFTA Treble
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged government investment in sprint star Tyra Fenton after she won two gold medals and a bronze at the CARIFTA Games in Grenada. Fenton, who already holds an athletic scholarship, is set to complete her secondary education locally before pursuing opportunities abroad.
Sport a Catalyst for Peace and Development, UN Marks Global Awareness Day
The United Nations marks April 6 as the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, with this year's theme highlighting sport's capacity to build bridges and break barriers in an increasingly divided world. From the CARIFTA Games to global UN initiatives, sport continues to be recognised as a strategic tool for advancing peace, inclusion, and sustainable development.
Antigua's Tyra Fenton Dominates 200m at CARIFTA Games
Antiguan sprinter Tyra Fenton turned heads at the CARIFTA Games with a dominant performance in the 200 metres, showcasing the nation's growing athletic talent on the regional stage.
Tyra Fenton Clinches 200m Gold, Completes Triple-Medal Haul at CARIFTA Games
Antigua and Barbuda sprinter Tyra Fenton won gold in the Under-17 girls' 200 metres at the CARIFTA Games in Grenada, completing a remarkable three-medal haul that includes two golds and a bronze across the sprint events.
Naeem Simon Finishes 11th in U17 High Jump at CARIFTA Games
Antigua and Barbuda's Naeem Simon finished 11th in the Under-17 boys' high jump at the CARIFTA Games, earning praise from the Antigua and Barbuda Athletic Association for his determination and resilience on the regional stage.