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Antigua and Barbuda Draw 1-1 With Dominica in Concacaf Women's Qualifier
Antigua and Barbuda salvaged a 1-1 draw against Dominica in their final 2025/26 Concacaf W Qualifiers Group B match, with Kai Jacobs converting a late penalty to level the score. The result leaves Antigua and Barbuda in fourth place with a 0-1-3 record.
Antigua Sailing Week 2026 Draws Broad Local Business Support Ahead of Island-Wide Event
Antigua Sailing Week 2026 has secured broad local business sponsorship ahead of its April 22 opening, with partners including the CIU, Antigua Distillery Ltd., APUA INET, and first-time sponsor Signpro Antigua backing the 57th edition of the renowned regatta.
Barbuda Gets New Multipurpose Sports Complex Through School Partnership
A new multipurpose sports complex has opened in Barbuda following a collaboration between the Coco Point Trust and McChesney George Secondary School. The Ministry of Sport says the facility will provide youth with modern infrastructure to train, compete and develop their athletic potential.
CPL Generates US$19.5 Million Economic Impact for Antigua & Barbuda in 2025
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League generated a total economic impact of US$19.5 million for Antigua & Barbuda during the 2025 tournament, including US$10.7 million in direct economic impact and US$8.8 million in international media value, according to an independent assessment.
Sports Ministry Targets Barbuda Youth Development in Push to Expand Athletic Pathways
The Ministry of Sport has visited Barbuda to strengthen grassroots athletic programmes, meeting with the Barbuda Council, coaches, and school principals to develop structured pathways for young athletes. The Antigua and Barbuda Football Association also donated football gear to support development efforts on the island.
Kamar Thomas Wins Feature 25K Trail Race at AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest
Antiguan athlete Kamar Thomas won the feature 25K trail race at the AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest, finishing in 2:32:33 ahead of a strong regional field. Local athletes also performed well across the swim and triathlon events at the internationally attended festival.
Kamar Thomas Wins Historic 25K Trail Race at AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest
Antiguan athlete Kamar Thomas won the 25K Trail Race at the AUA Rohrman Trail & Swim Fest, finishing in 2:32:33 ahead of a strong regional field. The festival attracted more than 100 athletes from across the Caribbean and internationally.
Barbuda Secondary School Students Lead Media Coverage at Equipment Handover
Students at Sir McChesney George Secondary School in Barbuda managed media operations during an equipment handover ceremony, showcasing how sports programmes can build skills in communications and event management. The Ministry of Sport reaffirmed its commitment to expanding such opportunities for students across Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua Elite Gymnastics Academy Claims 16 Medals, Finishes Second in Regional Debut
The Antigua Elite Gymnastics Academy claimed 16 medals and finished second overall in its regional debut, competing against roughly 300 athletes from Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and Jamaica. The team also swept the all-around trophies, taking first, second, and third place.
Antigua Racing Cup Heads to Final Day With Class Standings Finely Balanced
The penultimate day of the Antigua Racing Cup was delayed by a rain squall before delivering intense racing across all classes, leaving CSA 2 locked in a tie atop the standings heading into the final day. As reported by Antigua News Room, Danish Blue strengthened her lead in CSA 3 while Whiplash remained unbeaten in CSA 4.
Shaw Hat-Trick Powers Jamaica to 4-0 Win Over Antigua and Barbuda Women
Khadija Shaw netted a hat-trick as Jamaica defeated Antigua and Barbuda 4-0 in a Concacaf Championship qualifier in Kingston on Saturday. The result keeps Jamaica top of Group B with nine points from three matches.
ECAB Donates $6,000 to Sir Richie Richardson Charity Golf Day
The Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank has donated $6,000 to the 3rd Annual Sir Richie Richardson Charity Golf Day, set for April 11, 2026, at Cedar Valley Golf Club. The event raises funds for the Bright Minds Project and the Striving for Excellence Antigua Golf Academy.
Cabinet Greenlights Cricket West Indies Campus and High-Performance Centre in Antigua
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved the establishment of a 20-acre Cricket West Indies Campus, including a High-Performance Centre, cricket academy, museum, and CPL headquarters, in a phased development running through 2030. The project aims to position the nation as the Caribbean's leading cricket and sports tourism hub while driving economic diversification.
Sports Minister Welcomes Home Swimmers After Strong CARIFTA Aquatics Showing
Sports Minister Daryll Matthew has welcomed home the national swimming team following a medal-rich performance at the 39th CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, highlighted by gold medals and record-breaking swims from several athletes.
Massiah Claims Hat-Trick at Jermaine Kentish Birthday Golf Shootout
New Winthorpes golfer Dion Kiethly Massiah has won the Jermaine Kentish Birthday Shootout for the third year running, defeating the event's namesake in a playoff to claim the five-hundred-dollar grand prize. The star-studded nine-hole competition drew seventeen players, including national hero Sir Viv Richards.
Team Antigua and Barbuda Receives Red Carpet Welcome Home
Team Antigua and Barbuda received a red carpet welcome home, with Antigua News Room capturing the celebratory reception on video.
Team Antigua and Barbuda Returns Home Following CARIFTA Games in Grenada
Antigua and Barbuda's junior athletes have returned home to a warm reception following their participation in the CARIFTA Games in Grenada, with officials praising the experience as a vital step in the development of the nation's young sporting talent.
Sports Minister Praises CARIFTA Medalists as Athletes Return to Antigua
Sports Minister Daryll S. Matthew has praised Antigua and Barbuda's athletes following their performances at the 53rd CARIFTA Games, highlighting gold medals from sprinter Tyra Fenton and additional podium finishes from Zonique Charles and Maliek Francis. Several team members also recorded personal bests during the regional competition.
ABNOC Pledges Targeted Support for CARIFTA Medalists After Strong 6th-Place Finish
The Antigua and Barbuda National Olympic Committee has congratulated its athletes, led by double-gold medallist Tyra Fenton, on a 6th-place finish at the 2026 CARIFTA Championships, and announced targeted long-term development support for the medalists.
Antigua and Barbuda Swimmers Win Four Golds on Night Three of CARIFTA Aquatics
Antigua and Barbuda's swimmers claimed four gold medals and two bronze medals on the third night of finals at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, with the team also setting two national records and three age-group records. MacMillan, Shaw and DeGannes led the charge with standout individual performances.