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Antigua and Barbuda to Host CPL 2026 for Six Nights of Cricket and Culture
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League returns to Antigua and Barbuda's Sir Vivian Richards Stadium from August 20 to 25, 2026, featuring four Antigua and Barbuda Falcons home matches. Tourism officials say the event is a key driver of sports tourism and an opportunity to showcase the destination to visitors from across the region and beyond.
ECAB Launches $25,000 Game Changers Scholarship for Young Athletes
ECAB has launched the Game Changers Scholarship, offering a one-time EC $25,000 grant to young athletes aged 14 to 21 who excel in swimming, track and field, or football and have secured partial scholarships to study abroad. Applications are open until August 21st, 2026.
PM Browne Honours Sir Garfield Sobers as Caribbean's Enduring Icon
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has issued a heartfelt tribute to the late Sir Garfield Sobers, honouring the Barbadian cricket legend as a defining symbol of Caribbean identity and excellence. Browne extended condolences on behalf of the Government and people of Antigua and Barbuda to Barbados and to Sir Garfield's family.
Lyrical Boss and Zsura Crowned Junior Party Monarch Champions at Antigua Carnival
Lyrical Boss and Zsura were crowned the 2026 KOSCAB Junior Party Monarch champions in the Jumpy and Groovy categories respectively during Antigua Carnival, with both winners also claiming Best Performer honours on the night.
Sudden Else and Calypso Lilly Crowned Champions at Antigua Carnival 2026 Junior Calypso Competition
Sudden Else and Calypso Lilly have won the top prizes in the 5-12 and 13-18 age categories respectively at the Antigua Carnival 2026 Junior Calypso Competition, held at the UWI Five Islands Campus. A series of special awards were also presented recognising performance, leadership, and improvement among young competitors.
Lyrical Boss and Zsura Claim KOSCAB Junior Party Monarch Titles at Antigua Carnival
Lyrical Boss and Zsura were crowned the 2026 KOSCAB Junior Party Monarch champions, winning the Jumpy and Groovy titles respectively as part of Antigua Carnival. Both performers also claimed Best Performer honours in their respective categories.
Tottenham Academy Star Blake Philogene-Bidace Called Up for Antigua and Barbuda
Tottenham Hotspur academy player Blake Philogene-Bidace, 16, has been called up to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship in Mexico. The brother of Premier League star Jaden Philogene-Bidace, he joins the national camp after scoring twice in a preseason win for Tottenham's Under-18 side.
Sir Garfield Sobers: The Innings That Made the Caribbean Stand Tall
The passing of Sir Garfield Sobers on 17 July 2026 draws reflection not only on the career of cricket's greatest all-rounder, but on his profound role in shaping the confidence, identity and aspirations of a post-colonial Caribbean. Ambassador Dr. Clarence Pilgrim argues that Sobers' legacy is nothing less than a blueprint for regional excellence and collective dignity.
Spain Defeat Argentina in Extra Time to Claim 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain claimed the 2026 FIFA World Cup title on Sunday, defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the New York New Jersey Stadium, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute.
Spain Wins 2026 World Cup, Defeating Argentina 1-0 in Extra Time
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time on Sunday to claim the 2026 FIFA World Cup title, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute. It is Spain's second World Cup championship.
CWI President Hails Sir Garfield Sobers as 'Greatest Cricketer the World Has Ever Seen'
CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow has paid tribute to the late Sir Garfield Sobers, who passed away Friday at age 89, hailing the Barbadian legend as "the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen" and a defining symbol of Caribbean identity and excellence.
PM Browne Pays Tribute to Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has offered condolences on behalf of the people and Government of Antigua and Barbuda following the passing of West Indies cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers. Browne paid tribute to Sobers' enduring legacy as a record-breaking batsman, inspirational captain, and beloved figure across the Caribbean region.
Cricket West Indies Mourns the Passing of Sir Garfield Sobers
Cricket West Indies has mourned the passing of Sir Garfield Sobers, hailing the Barbadian legend as the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen and a timeless symbol of Caribbean excellence. The tribute was issued by the President of Cricket West Indies on July 17, 2026.
Antigua and Barbuda Names 18-Athlete Squad for CAC Games in Santo Domingo
The Antigua and Barbuda National Olympic Committee has named an 18-athlete team across six sports for the centennial XXV Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, scheduled for 24 July to 8 August 2026. The team will face a logistical challenge as the games overlap with the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Tribute Celebrates Sir Garfield Sobers' Enduring Legacy in Caribbean Cricket
A tribute has honoured the life and legacy of Sir Garfield Sobers, reflecting on his profound personal and cricketing influence across the Caribbean and the wider world. The statement extends condolences to his family and the people of Barbados.
Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers Dies at 89
Sir Garfield Sobers, widely considered the greatest cricketer of all time and a National Hero of Barbados, has died at the age of 89 following a period of illness. The West Indies legend scored 8,032 Test runs and held the world record for the highest individual Test score for more than 36 years.
Twelve Finalists Named for Antigua Carnival 2026 Calypso Monarch Competition
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has named 12 finalists for the 2026 Cavalier Rum Calypso Monarch competition, a signature event of Antigua Carnival. The finalists will compete for the coveted national title in what the Commission describes as a highly anticipated evening of performances.
Tian Winter Steps In for Ailing Sir Oungku at FACE OFF Carnival Showdown
Entertainer Tian Winter has stepped in to replace Sir Clarence "Oungku" Edwards at the FACE OFF Carnival event following the veteran performer's health concerns. Organizers confirm the show will proceed as scheduled, with Winter set to battle Dominica's Triple K International.
Tian Winter Steps Up for FACE OFF After Sir Oungku's Health Issues Sideline Key Acts
Tian Winter has stepped up to represent Antigua at the FACE OFF concert after Sir Clarence "Oungku" Edwards' health concerns forced Burning Flames and Red Hot Flames to withdraw. Promoters confirm the show will go on, with Winter set to face Dominica's Triple K alongside other top local acts.
Oungku Withdraws from Carnival 2026 After Medical Emergency
Soca legend Sir Clarence "Oungku" Edwards has withdrawn from all Carnival 2026 performances following a medical emergency on June 30th that required hospitalisation. Doctors have advised the founding member of Burning Flames to rest for four to six weeks, prompting a wave of support from fans across the region.