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Nearly 30 Teams to Compete in Villa Lions Soccer Academy Easter Tournament
Nearly 30 teams are expected to compete in the Cool & Smooth sponsored Villa Lions Soccer Academy Easter Football Tournament, set to begin on April 2nd. The annual youth football event is organised by national technical director Sowerby Gomes.
Football Past Players Support Inc. Champions Welfare of Antigua's Retired Footballers
Football Past Players Support Incorporated is working to ensure Antigua and Barbuda's retired footballers receive the care and recognition they deserve long after their playing days are over. The organisation serves as a vital support network for former athletes navigating life beyond the sport.
Antigua's International Kite Festival Soars Into Its 21st Year at Devil's Bridge
The Antigua and Barbuda International Kite Festival returns to Devil's Bridge this Easter Monday for its 21st edition, with thousands expected to attend and a new family cash prize among the highlights.
Antiguan Students Claim Third Place at Inaugural OECS Super Regional Robotics Challenge
Antiguan students Micah Matthew and Michael Harvey claimed third place at the inaugural OECS Super Regional Robotics Challenge in St Kitts, competing from March 16 to 20, 2026, despite facing notable technical difficulties during the event.
DJ Quest on Caribbean Music Awards Nomination: 'This Is Not Just for Me'
Antiguan DJ and producer Blashford Wilkins Jr, known as DJ Quest, has earned a nomination at the Caribbean Music Awards alongside some of the region's top DJ talent. The entertainer says the recognition is bigger than himself, calling it a moment for all of Antigua and Barbuda.
PMS Books Spot in Schools Basketball Final After 53-48 Win Over SASS
Princess Margaret School secured a place in the Cool & Smooth/Joma Caribbean Schools Basketball Playoffs Senior Boys final with a 53-48 win over St. Anthony's Secondary School on Wednesday. Gabriel De Souza top-scored for PMS with 21 points.
Barbuda Soccer Academy Camp Sparks New Interest in the Sport on the Sister Isle
A Tamo FC soccer academy camp in Barbuda, sponsored by 'Nyah' Roberts, has been praised as a success by Barbuda Council Sport Committee Chairman Fitzroy Warner, with plans to make it a permanent initiative.
Gunners Dominate, Ovals Ojays Cruise in ABBA Division Two Action
The Cedar Grove Gunners thrashed Square One Construction United 104–63, while the Cuties Ovals Ojays defeated DA Project 89–60 in ABBA Division Two basketball action at the JSC Sports Complex.
Coach Hughes Hints at Stepping Back After Leading Lions to Two-Day Title
Veteran cricket coach Abdiel "Abdie" Hughes has hinted at stepping away from team coaching after 15 years, with the revelation coming just days after leading the CMW New Winthorpes Lions to victory in the domestic Two Day final.
Phoenix Crush Navigators as Fearless Crew Survive Overtime Thriller in ABBA Division 2
Phoenix overpowered Navigators 87–38 in a dominant showing, while Fearless Crew defeated Old Road Daggers 63–58 in overtime during Tuesday night's ABBA Division 2 action at the JSC Sports Complex.
Soniya Jones Exits World Indoor Championships in 60m First Round
Antigua and Barbuda's Soniya Jones finished seventh in Heat 7 of the Women's 60 Metres at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland, clocking 7.56 seconds and exiting in the first round.
All Saints United Cement APL Summit With 15th Win of the Season
All Saints United recorded their 15th win of the APL season with a 3-0 defeat of Garden Stars FC on Saturday, strengthening their grip on top spot heading into the final rounds of play.
Alzarri Joseph Dominates ABCA Two-Day Final to Crown New Winthorpes Lions Champions
West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph claimed nine wickets and scored 158 runs to guide CMW New Winthorpes Lions to a 161-run victory over defending champions PIC Liberta Blackhawks in the ABCA Two-Day Final.
Coach's Silent Strength Fuels ABCAS Debating Team to Second Regional Title
Dr. Na-Ajele Buffonge guided her debating team to a second regional ABCAS victory, with Antigua Observer reporting that her most powerful coaching moment this year was defined not by strategy, but by what she chose to keep silent.
Halcyon's School of Pan Praised as Powerful Tool in Fighting Youth Deviancy
The Halcyon Steel Orchestra's School of Pan is being praised as a powerful community tool for redirecting young people away from negative behaviour. Spokesperson Lauckland "Punchin" Joseph highlighted the programme's role in using steelband music to foster discipline and positive development among youth.
Halcyon Steel Orchestra Marks 55 Years with Community Shows and Panorama Title Warning
The Halcyon Steel Orchestra is marking its 55th anniversary with community pop-up performances across Antigua, while the 13-time Panorama champions serve notice to rivals that they are targeting another title.
Clare Hall Secondary Clinches Junior Boys Basketball Title with Dominant Win
Clare Hall Secondary School claimed the Junior Boys league title in the Cool & Smooth/Joma Caribbean Schools Basketball Competition, defeating Princess Margaret School 76-41 on Wednesday. Tajahron Davis led all scorers with 33 points.
Davis Erupts for 30 Points as Ojays Demolish Navigators in ABBA Division 2
Tajahron Davis came off the bench to score a game-high 30 points, lifting Ovals Ojays to a 99-48 blowout victory over Navigators in ABBA Division 2 action on Wednesday.
Browne Edges King in Thrilling Finish at ABCF Season Opener
Wadadli Cycling Academy's Tahje Browne narrowly defeated Team Viper's Jomari King at the line to win the Antigua and Barbuda Cycling Federation's season opener last Sunday. Browne clocked a time of 1:06:49.89 to claim the top podium position.