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GOVERNMENT OF DOMINICA CONGRATULATES ADDISON JAMES ON GOLD MEDAL WIN AT CARIFTA GAMES
The Government of Dominica extends its warmest congratulations to Addison James for his achievement in winning the Gold Medal in the under 20 Javelin at the 53rd CARIFTA Games being held in Grenada. James won Gold with a throw of 63.73 meters. This win means that Addison James has now secured back-to-back gold medals, winning in both 2025 and 2026. These remarkable achievements reflect his talent, commitment and determination to excel in the sport. His dedication and drive mu
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Apr 61 min read


DOMINICA PLAYS TO GOALLESS DRAW WITH SINT MAARTEN
The Senior Men’s National Football Team had one of the better showings in recent times, but couldn’t convert on their chances as they played a goalless draw with Sint Maarten as the Concacaf Series resumed in the Dominican Republic Monday night. Coming off a 2-nil defeat to Guyana and a defeat against Sint Maarten in the first leg of the tournament in St Kitts in 2025, the national team started off strongly in the first half creating pressure and chances. The team suffered a
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Mar 311 min read


Team Dominica to Officially Launch for CARIFTA Games 2026
The Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) is pleased to announce the Official Launch Ceremony of Team Dominica for the CARIFTA Games 2026. The ceremony will take place at 2:00 PM on Saturday 28th March 2026 at the Prevo Cinemall Ballroom. This event will serve as a formal introduction of the athletes and management team representing Dominica as they prepare to compete at the regional championships. The 53rd edition of the CARIFTA Games is scheduled to be held in Grenada from A
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Mar 281 min read


Dominica Athletics Association Announces Strategic Partnership with Adidas as Official Uniform Sponsor
The Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) proudly announces a landmark partnership with global sportswear leader Adidas, which will serve as the Association’s official uniform sponsor moving forward. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in the continued evolution and professionalization of athletics in Dominica. As one of the world's most recognized sports brands, Adidas carries a legacy of innovation, performance, and elite athletes. This partnership aligns s
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Mar 262 min read


DOMINICA TO TAKE ON GUYANA AND SINT MARTEEN IN CONCACAF SERIES
5 new comers have been named in the Senior Men’s National Football Team as Dominica gets set to resume its campaign in the Concacaf Series this week in the Dominican Republic. Dominica is set to face Guyana on Friday March 27th at 3pm at the Estadio Cibao, Santiago de los Caballeros and also play Sint Maarten on Monday 30th March at 6pm at the same venue. The National team is coming off two defeats in the first leg of the tournament held in St Kitts back in November 2025. The
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Mar 251 min read


Dominica’ Thea Lafond Set to Compete at the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland
Dominica will proudly be represented at the upcoming 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships scheduled to take place in Poland this week. The event, organized by World Athletics, will bring together the world’s top track and field athletes for one of the most prestigious indoor competitions on the global athletics calendar. Dominica’s hopes will rest on the shoulders of 2024 Olympic and World Indoor gold medalist, Thea LaFond-Gadson, who continues to represent the nation wi
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Mar 191 min read


Dominica Amateur Athletics Association Announces Name Change to Dominica Athletics Association Inc.
The Dominica Athletics Association is pleased tonannounce an official change of its name to Dominica Athletics Association Inc., effectivenimmediately. This change forms part of the Association’s ongoing strategic planning process andnits commitment to strengthening the governance, sustainability, and formality of the organization. The name change reflects the Association’s efforts to modernize its structure and align morenclosely with international best practices, particular
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Mar 101 min read


Bombers Ladies Finish Third After Courageous DFA Women’s Premier League Campaign
The Roosevelt Skerrit Portsmouth Bombers FC Women concluded their DFA Women’s Premier League season with a commendable third-place finish , following a closely contested 3–2 match against Goodwill Runners in the final game of the campaign. Bombers fought bravely throughout the encounter and remained competitive until the final whistle, with goals coming from Adinal Warrington and Patricia Pierre Louis . Despite the narrow loss, the Bombers ladies showed tremendous determinat
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Mar 91 min read


Wenham Sheppard Possie Cup Invitational Kicks Off at Benjamin Park in Portsmouth
Football fans across the north and northeast of Dominica are set for an exciting showcase of local talent as the Possie Cup (Invitational) Tournament , hosted by Portsmouth Bombers Football Club , kicks off at Benjamin Park in Portsmouth . The six-team competition brings together some of the island’s most competitive clubs in a structured tournament designed to promote football development, strengthen community engagement, and provide high-quality match action for players an
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Mar 52 min read


Dominica Senior Women Focused Ahead of Guyana Clash
The Dominica Senior Women’s National Team is finalizing preparations for its second CONCACAF qualifying encounter, set to take on Guyana in a crucial fixture. Head Coach Ronnie Gustave expressed confidence in the squad’s readiness, emphasizing the balance between tactical discipline and mental sharpness. “The focus right now is keeping our shape of our game because as we could remember in the last game we played that way, we were just chasing the ball and not being compact in
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Feb 263 min read


Dominica Senior Women Ready for Second CONCACAF Qualifier against Guyana
Dominica’s Senior Women’s National Football Team is set to face Guyana on Friday, February 27 in their second CONCACAF qualifying match. Following their first qualifier against Jamaica, when the team fell 18-0, the technical team has intensified preparations, placing emphasis on tactical discipline, sharper execution, and improved game management. Assistant Coach Sheldon Casimir, speaking ahead of the team’s departure, noted that while the result of the first match did not go
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Feb 194 min read


Dominica Falls to Jamaica in Tough CONCACAF W Qualifier
Dominica’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Sisserou Girls, endured a difficult outing on Saturday, falling 18–0 to a dominant Jamaican side in their opening match of the 2025–2026 CONCACAF Women’s Qualifiers, played at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground. Jamaica showcased their world-class talent and efficiency from early in the match, with multiple players finding the back of the net. Notably, Khadija “Bunny” Shaw scored a first-half hat-trick, reaching 60 international goals,
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Nov 30, 20253 min read


Dominica’s Sisserou Girls Set to Face Jamaica in CONCACAF Qualifier
Dominica-The Dominica Football Association (DFA) is proud to announce that the Dominica Senior Women’s National Team- the Sisserou Girls- will meet Jamaica in a CONCACAF Women’s Qualifier on Saturday, November 29 at 3 p.m. at the Daren Sammy Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St. Lucia. This match forms part of Dominica’s journey to elevate women’s football on the regional stage and strengthen the presence of the Nature Isle in international competition. “We are proud of the work
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Nov 25, 20252 min read


Dominica Suffers 2nd Defeat in CONCACAF Series Losing to Sint Maarten
Captain of the Senior Men’s National Football Team Travist Joseph got a brace, but Dominica was sloppy in defence as they went down to Sint Maarten as the Concacaf Series continued in St Kitts on Saturday. Dominica started off the game strongly but it was Sint Maarten opening the scoring against the run of play. The Dominican team kept pushing and got the equalizer just before the half time break as Travist Joseph got on the end of a good run from Troy Jules. Dominica went in
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Nov 16, 20251 min read


Dominica Concedes Two Late Goals, Loses CONCACAF Series Opener to St Martin
The Men’s Senior National Football Team suffered a heart-breaking defeat, as they went down to St Martin in their opening match of the Concacaf Series at the St Kitts and Nevis Football Association’s Technical center Wednesday in St Kitts. Dominica started off the game strongly but failed to capitalize on their opportunities. Striker Troy Jules had a penalty effort saved, and Dominica missed the few other chances they got in the first half. The Dominican goal keeper Jerome Bu
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Nov 13, 20251 min read


Dominica to Participate in Inaugural CONCACAF Friendly Series in St Kitts
The Men’s Senior National Football Team will participate for the first time in the CONCACAF Series this week in St Kitts. The CONCACAF Series, is meant to provide matches for member nations that have already been eliminated from 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification. Dominica has been placed in Group B along side Belize, St Martin, Sint Maarten and host country St Kitts. Dominica will play its first game on Wednesday 13th November against St Martin, and will be back in action on
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Nov 10, 20251 min read


WIFA Women’s Tournament Already Touted a Success
Following a six year hiatus, the WIFA Women’s Championship, being held in St Vincent and the Grenadines, is already being declared a...
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Sep 19, 20254 min read


Thea LaFond Creates History with Gold Medal at World Championships
The Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) proudly congratulates Thea LaFond on her historic gold medal performance in the women’s triple...
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Sep 19, 20252 min read


Barbados Stuns Dominica 7–0 in WIFA Women’s Championship
Dominica’s senior women’s team faced a difficult challenge at Victoria Park in St. Vincent, where Barbados delivered an admirable...
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Sep 19, 20254 min read


Dominica Suffers 5–0 Defeat against St. Lucia in WIFA Women’s Championship
Dominica’s senior women’s team endured a difficult outing on Tuesday, suffering a 5–0 defeat to St. Lucia in the WIFA Women’s...
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Sep 17, 20253 min read
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