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Cabinet Congratulates Under-20 Benna Boys on CONCACAF Championship Qualification
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has congratulated the national Under-20 football team after the young Benna Boys qualified for the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship with a 1-0 victory over the Dominican Republic.
Yasco Sports Complex Opens New EC$590,000 Restroom and Changing Facility
A new restroom and changing facility worth approximately EC$590,000 has officially opened at the Yasco Sports Complex, marking a major upgrade to Antigua and Barbuda's premier athletics venue.
Benna Girls Suffer 4-0 Loss to Guyana in Concacaf W Qualifiers
The Antigua and Barbuda Senior Women's Football Team fell to a 4-0 defeat against Guyana in Group B of the Concacaf W Qualifiers at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Thursday. Guyana dominated all areas of play, maintaining constant pressure on the home side.
Hoppers and Five Islands Secure Crucial First Division Victories
Greenbay Hoppers edged Willikies 1-0 in the ABFA First Division on Wednesday, keeping their Antigua Premier League promotion push on track. Five Islands also claimed an important win on the same matchday.
Cedar Grove Gunners Stay Perfect Through Five Games in ABBA Division Two
Cedar Grove Gunners remained unbeaten after five ABBA Division Two matches with a 67–52 win over Fearless Crew on Wednesday, while Phoenix crushed United 83–53 in the evening's opening game at the JSC Sports Complex.
APL Returns to Daytime Fixtures for First Time in Over a Decade
The Antigua Premier League is returning to all-daylight fixtures for the first time in over a decade, with matches scheduled for 2:15 pm and 4:15 pm on weekends as the ABFA works to address issues at its Technical Center.
Drake Hadeed Signs with Spanish Club Antequera CF in Career-Defining Move
Antiguan international Drake Hadeed has signed with Spanish club Antequera CF, which competes within the La Liga professional football system, marking a major milestone in the young footballer's European career.
Ex-National Cricketer Calls on Ministry to Prioritise Schools Cricket Programme
Former national cricketer Kadeem Phillip is publicly urging the Ministry of Sports and coordinator Ridley Jacobs to improve the management of schools cricket, following a decision to declare the Rising Sun Grounds unfit for play.
Benna Boys U-20 Coach Calls on Government to Back Team Ahead of Concacaf Championships
Antigua and Barbuda Men's U-20 Football Team coach Schyan Jeffers is urging the government and the ABFA to provide financial support following the team's successful Concacaf U-20 Qualifier campaign in Costa Rica. Jeffers says the young Benna Boys represent the nation and deserve proper backing ahead of the Concacaf Championships.
Five Overseas Players Named in Benna Girls Squad for Concacaf Clash vs Guyana
Five overseas-based players have been added to Antigua and Barbuda's 20-member senior women's football squad as the Benna Girls prepare to face Guyana in the Concacaf Women's Qualifiers on March 4 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.
Antiguan Footballer Drake Hadeed Joins Spanish Club Antequera CF
Antiguan footballer Drake Hadeed has signed with Spanish club Antequera CF, marking a significant step in his professional career and a proud moment for Antiguan football.
Judges' Panel Chief: Consistency at Highest Level Drove National Sports Awards Picks
Judges' panel chief and former national netballer Agatha Dublin has explained that consistent, high-level performances were the key criteria behind the top men's and women's selections at the 2025 National Sports Awards. Her remarks come amid public interest following the recognition of a prominent international cricketer.
Alzarri Joseph Returns to Competitive Cricket After Seven-Month Injury Absence
West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has returned to competitive cricket for the first time in seven months, bowling seven overs for the New Winthorpes Lions in the local Two Day competition after recovering from a stress fracture. Joseph says he is "feeling stronger" and declared it "really good to be back."
Benna Boys Stun Dominican Republic to Reach Concacaf U20 Championships
Antigua and Barbuda's Under-20 side qualified for the Concacaf U20 Championships after Brandon Satchell's 89th-minute header secured a 1-0 upset victory over the Dominican Republic in Costa Rica.
Jeffers Backs Benna Boys Ahead of Do-or-Die Concacaf U20 Clash vs Dominican Republic
Coach Schyan Jeffers has backed the Antigua and Barbuda Men's Under-20 Football Team ahead of their do-or-die Concacaf qualifier against the Dominican Republic in Costa Rica, following a 1-0 win over Dominica on Sunday.
Alzarri Joseph's 7-Wicket Blitz Steals the Show in ABCA Two-Day Competition
West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph claimed a devastating seven-wicket haul to help New Winthorpes Lions bowled out TIS for just 32 in Round Seven of the ABCA Two-Day Cricket Competition. The Lions, Pythons, and Empire all recorded crushing victories in what proved a dominant round of domestic cricket.
Joseph and Seaforth Named Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year at 33rd National Sports Awards
Antigua and Barbuda's 33rd National Sports Awards, hosted by the Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries, saw Joseph and Seaforth crowned Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year at a record-breaking ceremony held at the AUA Conference Centre.
Roman Hill Legacy clinches President's Cup netball title with dominant victory
Roman Hill Legacy have been crowned ABNA President's Cup champions after thrashing Stingray City Eastsiders 54-14 at the YMCA, completing an unbeaten run in the Cool & Smooth/Auto Craze sponsored competition.
Da Project Topples League-Leading Stingers in ABBA Division 1 Thriller
Da Project knocked off league leaders Stingers 85-82 on Saturday to take command of the ABBA Division 1 standings, handing the star-studded squad their second defeat of the season. The Flyers also picked up a win over the Hawks in a double-header at the JSC Basketball Complex.
Young Benna Boys Secure Third Straight Concacaf U20 Win with 1-0 Victory Over Dominica
Antigua and Barbuda's under-20 side stayed perfect at the Concacaf Men's Under-20 Qualifiers, defeating Dominica 1-0 in Costa Rica thanks to a Sedique Adams strike in the 49th minute. The win marks the Young Benna Boys' third consecutive victory in the tournament.