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DOMINICA’S NEXT GENERATION TAKES AIM AT 2026 CARIBBEAN AND CENTRALAMERICAN GAMES
The Dominica Olympic Committee (DOC) is pleased to announce its representation once again on the regional sporting stage with a ten (10)-member delegation comprising six (6) athletes and four (4) officials competing in Athletics, Boxing, and Swimming at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games. Athletes: ● Seif Elshekh- Swimming (100m butterfly, 200m freestyle, 400m freestyle) ● Malk Elshekh- Swimming (100m backstroke, 100m freestyle and 50m backstroke) ● Mariah To
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Jul 242 min read


Dominica announces 74-Member Contingent for 2026 Windward Islands School Games in St. Lucia
The Ministry of Culture Youth Sports and Community Development through the Sports Division, is pleased to announce Dominica’s participation in the 2026 edition of the Windward Islands School Games, a tradition that spans over 104 years. This year’s Games will be hosted by the Government and people of St. Lucia and will run from Saturday, July 25th to Saturday, August 1st, 2026. Dominica's team is scheduled to depart Dominica on Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, and Friday, the 24t
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Jul 231 min read


TEAM DOMINICA SET TO SHINE IN ATHLETICS AND SWIMMING AT GLASGOW 2026
Commonwealth Sport Dominica, previously branded as Dominica Commonwealth Games Association, is pleased to announce its representation at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with a six (6)-member delegation comprising three (3) athletes and three (3) officials competing in Athletics and Swimming. Athletes: ● Thea Lafond-Gadson- Athletics (Triple Jump) ● Dennick Luke- Athletics (400m Hurdles) ● Jasmine Schofield- Swimming (Officials) ● Shaminey Walsh – Dupuis - Swimming ● Aaron
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Jul 232 min read


Bombers FC and NSE Night Club to Host EA SPORTS FC 26 Tournament at Benjamin Park
Portsmouth Bombers Football Club (Bombers FC), in partnership with NSE Night Club, is proud to announce the launch of the Bombers FC EGame Challenge 2026, an exciting new outdoor esports event that will bring together football, gaming, music, and entertainment on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Benjamin Park in Portsmouth. The tournament, centered around the globally acclaimed EA SPORTS FC 26, is expected to attract participants from across Dominica. It marks a bold step by Bom
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Jul 202 min read


Dominica Falls to Turks and Caicos, Shifts Focus to Friday Night Clash with Host Guyana
Dominica opened its campaign at the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers with an 81–64 defeat to the Turks and Caicos Islands, despite a strong third-quarter response and an outstanding 29-point performance from Ethan Boland. The Bouyon Ballers will now turn their attention to an important encounter against host nation Guyana on Friday, July 10, 2026, at 8:00 p.m., as the national team looks to rebound and secure its first victory of the tournament. Against Turks and C
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Jul 103 min read


HISTORIC MOMENT FOR DOMINICA BASKETBALL AS SENIOR MEN’S NATIONAL TEAM HEADS TO FIBA AMERICUP 2029 CARIBBEAN PRE-QUALIFIERS
The Dominica Basketball Association is proud to officially announce the Senior Men’s National Basketball Team delegation that will represent Dominica at the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers. This tournament represents a historic milestone for Dominica basketball, marking the first time that Dominica’s Senior Men’s National Team will participate in a FIBA tournament. Dominica previously participated at the junior level in a FIBA competition in 2016. A decade later,
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Jul 72 min read


International Futbol Experiences (IFE) Launches Football Development Partnership in Dominica
Christopher Saul Identifies 16 Dominican Players for International Pathways While Introducing "Train & Play in Nature" Programme — Dominica has taken another significant step toward becoming a regional hub for sports tourism and athlete development following a successful two-week visit by Christopher Saul, Founder and Director of International Futbol Experiences (IFE). Saul's visit focused on creating scholarship, professional and player development opportunities for Dominica
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Jun 233 min read


Dominica National U23 3x3 Basketball Team Departs for Historic ANOCES Championship in BVI
The Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) proudly announces the departure of the Dominica National U23 3x3 Basketball Team to the British Virgin Islands to participate in the inaugural ANOCES U23 3x3 Championship. The team departs today filled with excitement, pride, and determination as they prepare to represent Dominica on the regional stage in what is expected to be a memorable and historic championship for Caribbean basketball. On the eve of the inaugural champio
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May 152 min read


Dominica U23 3x3 National Team Set to Represent Dominica in the British Virgin Islands
The Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) is pleased to officially announce the four-member national Under-23 3x3 basketball team that will represent Dominica this weekend at the ANOCES U23 3x3 Basketball Tournament in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The tournament will take place on May 16 and 17, 2026, at the Multipurpose Sports Complex in the British Virgin Islands and will feature teams from across the Caribbean, including Antigua, St. Kitts, Grenada, St. Lucia
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May 122 min read


Grenada Hosts Pure Grenada Masters Cricket Tournament, Signalling a New Era inSports Tourism
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) is pleased to announce the successful hosting of the Pure Grenada Masters Cricket Tournament. The week-long event welcomed 60 visiting participants across four regional teams including the West Indies Masters, Trinidad’s Munroe Road Masters, Guyana’s North Soesdyke, and Barbados’ AMAAS Masters, competing alongside two local teams, Spice Isle Masters 1 and Spice Isle Masters 2. The tournament concluded with Guyana's North Soesdyke claiming t
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May 122 min read


Confirmation of Nominations and Election Date for Dominica Athletics Association Executive
The Returning Officer for the upcoming Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) elections, Ms. Tania Burnett, has confirmed the list of eligible nominations received for executive positions ahead of the Association’s Annual General Meeting. As of Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the following nominations were duly received and met all requirements: President - Brendan Williams Vice President - Walson Pacquette Secretary General - Phillip White Assistant Secretary/Treas
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May 81 min read


Dominica Amateur Basketball Association Launches Two-Day Referee Clinic
The Dominica Amateur Basketball Association officially launched its two-day Referee Clinic today, Friday, May 8, 2026, as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening the standard of basketball officiating and overall development of the sport in Dominica. The clinic brings together local referees, aspiring officials, and basketball stakeholders for intensive training sessions focused on the latest rules interpretations, game management, mechanics, positioning, communicatio
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May 81 min read


Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) Announces Historic Senior Men’s Debut at FIBA AmeriCup Pre-Qualifiers
The Dominica Amateur Basketball Association proudly announces a historic milestone for the nation as Dominica’s Senior Men’s National Basketball Team prepares to compete in its first-ever senior men’s tournament sanctioned by FIBA. Dominica will participate in the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers, scheduled for July 8–12, 2026, in Georgetown, Guyana. Group A Line-Up Dominica has been drawn in Group A alongside: Guyana (Host) Dominica Turks & Caicos Islands Antigua
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May 51 min read


DABA WEEK 3 SCHEDULE SET FOR HIGH-INTENSITY SHOWDOWNS AT MASSACRE INDOOR SPORTS COMPLEX
The Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) is set to deliver another exciting slate of games as Week 3 of the national basketball competition tips off from Wednesday, May 6 to Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex. With teams beginning to find their rhythm and standings taking shape, Week 3 promises intense matchups, emerging rivalries, and standout individual performances as clubs push for early dominance. WEEK 3 GAME SCHEDULE Wednesday, May 6,
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May 52 min read


Perky’s Pizza 767 Young Ballers Secure 70–64 Victory Over Convenience Plus Mahaut Gators
Perky’s Pizza 767 Young Ballers delivered a strong and composed performance to defeat the Convenience Plus Mahaut Gators 70–64 in an exciting matchup at the Massacre Indoor Sports Facility on Thursday evening. The game tipped off at 7:08 PM with both teams showing early intent. The Young Ballers edged ahead in the first quarter, taking a narrow 23–21 lead. The Convenience Plus Mahaut Gators responded in the second quarter with improved defensive pressure and execution, outsco
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May 11 min read


Davonne George Selected for Elite Poland Showcase Tour
Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC is proud to announce that standout player Davonne George has officially been selected to participate in an elite European showcase tour in Poland this July—a major milestone for both the player and the club's growing international pathway. Following an extensive scouting process and detailed internal evaluations by PitchPlay's recruitment team, George earned his place among a select group of players chosen for this high-level opportunity. A Platfo
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Apr 302 min read


Tasty Treasures Heritage Relay Launched in Delices
Relay-style experience to combine sports and culinary arts while supporting education, agriculture, tourism, health and sports initiatives – The Tasty Treasures Heritage Relay was officially launched on Sunday, April 12, in Delices, introducing a new relay-style experience set for August 1, 2026. The event blends running and baking while supporting initiatives in education, agriculture, tourism, health and sports. The relay will open with the White River Leg in Delices, wh
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Apr 292 min read


Bombers FC Set to Ignite 2026 DFA Premier Division Season Under the Lights in Portsmouth
The wait is over. The 2026 DFA Premier Division season officially kicks off tonight, and all eyes will be on Benjamin’s Park as Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC open their campaign at home against Sagicor Southeast FC in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. With kickoff set for 7:00 PM, the stage is perfectly set for a high-energy showdown in Portsmouth, where Bombers FC will look to make an early statement in front of their passionate home supporters. A New Season, A Renew
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Apr 242 min read


DABA LAUNCHES 2026 NATIONAL BASKETBALL SEASON WITH U23 3x3 TOURNAMENT
The Dominica Amateur Basketball Association (DABA) is set to officially launch its 2026 National Basketball Season with an exciting U23 3x3 Tournament and Prize Giving Ceremony on Saturday, April 18, 2026 , at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex , beginning at 6:00 PM . This highly anticipated event will bring together the island’s top young basketball talent in a fast-paced, high-energy 3x3 format, showcasing the future of Dominican basketball. The tournament also serves a
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Apr 151 min read


Portsmouth to Host Inaugural Easter Grassroots Youth Football Festival
The Portsmouth Football Academy, in collaboration with Bombers Football Club and Sport Aid Dominica, will host its Inaugural Easter Grassroots Youth Football Festival on Thursday, April 9, 2026 , at Benjamin Park in Portsmouth , from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM . The one-day festival will showcase emerging football talent in the Under-11 and Under-13 divisions , featuring participation from the Portsmouth Football Academy , the National Football Academy , the Newtown Juvenile Footbal
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Apr 92 min read
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