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 and fans.

The participating clubs include:

Group A

• Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC

• Marigot FC

• BAA Sharks United FC

Group B

• Central Credit Union Dublanc FC

• Calibishie FC

• North Side FC

Each team will compete in the group stage, with the top teams advancing to the championship final.

The Possie Cup aims to deliver competitive football while strengthening collaboration among clubs in Dominica’s northern football community.

Tournament Schedule

The tournament begins Thursday, March 5, 2026, with host club Roosevelt Skerrit Bombers FC facing Marigot FC at 7:00 PM at Benjamin Park.

Additional matches will follow over the coming weeks, culminating in the Possie Cup Championship Final on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Tournament Objectives

The Possie Cup Invitational was established to:

• Promote high-quality competitive football

• Support preseason and in-season preparation for clubs

• Foster unity among northern football communities

• Provide exposure opportunities for players and match officials

• Strengthen Bombers FC’s hosting and organizational capacity

• Create sponsorship and business engagement opportunities

Awards & Recognition

At the conclusion of the tournament, several awards will be presented including:

• Possie Cup Champions Trophy

• Runner-Up Recognition

• Best Player of the Tournament (MVP)

• Top Goal Scorer

• Best Striker

• Best Midfielder

• Best Defender

• Best Goalkeeper

• Fair Play Award

Community Football Celebration

According to organizers, the Possie Cup is more than a football tournament.

“The Possie Cup represents a celebration of football, community spirit, and the continued development of the game in Dominica. We invite fans from Portsmouth, Marigot, Bense, Calibishie, Dublanc, the northeast, and across the island to come out and support the teams and enjoy quality football,” the organizers stated.

Matches will be played at Benjamin Park, Portsmouth, with fans encouraged to arrive early and bring their energy to support their clubs.

The tournament also provides an opportunity for sponsors and businesses to engage with the football community while supporting the growth of the sport in Dominica.