Sports
October 18, 2023
Barbados Tridents Fall to Defeat Against Dominican Republic in Concacaf Nations League Game
The Barbadian men's football team suffered a 5-2 defeat against the Dominican Republic in their Concacaf Nations League group game, despite two successful penalties from Thierry Gale.
October 17, 2023
Barbados' Top Boxers Aim for Success at Pan Am Games in Chile
Barbados' boxers, Jabali Breedy, Kimberly Gittens, and Charles Cox, are expected to perform well at the Pan Am Games in Chile, potentially qualifying for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
October 17, 2023
Mark Venom Griffith Retains BRTO Title with Calm and Calculated Victory over Shakeem Nurse
"Mark "Venom" Griffith's unmatched skills and strategic play dominate the men's final of the BTMI/Digicel/NATION Barbados Road Tennis Open, earning him a second consecutive crown and $20,000 prize."
October 17, 2023
CWI Announces Record Payout for Regional Super50 Cup and Plans to Increase Prize Money for Future Tournaments
Cricket West Indies (CWI) will award a record-breaking $250,000 in prize money for the Regional Super50 Cup, with the winners taking home $100,000 and the losing finalists receiving $50,000. The increased payout extends to other competitions, resulting in $2.5 million in total prize money over the next four years.
October 17, 2023
CWI Invests $2.5 Million in Prize Money for Regional Cricket Competitions
Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a significant increase in prize money, investing over $2.5 million over four years in regional cricket tournaments for men and women. The aim is to incentivize and promote competitive cricket while closing the gap between international and regional games. CWI is also finalizing a new four-year Memorandum of Understanding with the West Indies Players Association to provide further increases in player remuneration.
October 17, 2023
Defending Champion Barbadian Jockey Teshawn Hazelwood Relocates to Gulfstream Park in Florida
"Teshawn Hazelwood, defending champion jockey in Barbados, leaves to join trainer Saffie Joseph Jr at Gulfstream Park in Florida, with plans to ride in the USA for five years."
October 17, 2023
Wanda Agard-Belgrave Inducted into North East 10 Hall of Fame for Pace University Exploits
Wanda Agard-Belgrave, accomplished women's basketball player, has been inducted into the North East 10 Hall of Fame and will be honored at the Pace Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
October 16, 2023
Barbados Head Coach Reflects on Defeat Against Dominican Republic in CONCACAF Nations League
Barbados Head Coach, Orlando da Costa, reflects on the team's 5-0 defeat to the Dominican Republic, acknowledging the difference in quality and the need for improvement.
October 15, 2023
Former Cricketer Kenroy Williams Raises Awareness of Male Breast Cancer
Learn about former professional cricketer Kenroy Williams' journey as a breast cancer survivor. He emphasizes the importance of early detection and encourages everyone, including men, to check their breasts regularly.
October 15, 2023
West Indies Women's Captain, Hayley Matthews, Reflects on Losses Against Australia in 3rd ODI
West Indies Women's captain Hayley Matthews expresses disappointment in batting performance after losing 2-0 series against Australia in the final ODI. She looks ahead to the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL).
October 15, 2023
Qatari Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani Withdraws from Manchester United Bid, Ineos Group Now Pursuing Minority Stake: Sources
Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has withdrawn his £5bn bid to buy Manchester United. British businessman Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Group is now hoping to secure a 25% stake in the club.
October 15, 2023
Barbados Tridents Suffer Heavy Defeat to Dominican Republic in CONCACAF Nations League Match
In their 2023/2024 CONCACAF Nations League match, Barbados Tridents suffered a 5-0 defeat to Dominican Republic at Wildey Turf. They will face each other again on Monday in the Dominican Republic. In another fixture, Nicaragua defeated Montserrat 3-0.