Former Windies vice captain ‘shocked’ at expulsion from Barbados team
From Caribbean360 BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Thursday February 6, 2014, CMC – Former West Indies Vice captain Kirk Edwards says he was shocked at the decision to expel him from the Barbados team for refusing to sign for match kits leading into…
Caribbean athletes vie for honours at Olympics
IANS From Business Standard Sochi, Feb 8 (IANS/CMC) The Caribbean athletes participating in the 22nd Winter Olympics here are eager to make their mark. They include a five-member Bobsleigh delegation from Jamaica, a husband and wife team representing Dominica and…
Caribbean newcomers dip their toes in the Snow
By Christopher Clarey From New York Times KRASNAYA POLYANA, Russia — When Dominica, a tiny Caribbean nation, makes its Winter Olympic debut on Friday, the cross-country skier carrying its flag at the opening ceremony will be a wealthy former investment…
Opening Sochi Winter Games
Cayman team wear shorts and flip-flops at Opening Sochi Winter Games The Cayman Islands caused a big laugh when they made their appearance at Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics at the Opening Ceremony. Whilst Bermuda had appeared first in the stadium…
Caribbean Premier League to cut costs, registered loss for 2013
From Stabreknews.com (Trinidad Express) Last year’s inaugural edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) was a success with the public. But in an effort to reduce costs for the 2014 tournament, the player salary cap is likely to be scaled…
Jamaica’s dope control officer confesses to failing three medical exams
From Caribbean360 Dr. Wright’s revelations came while he was being cross examined in the anti-doping hearing of Olympic silver medallist Sherone Simpson in Kingston on Wednesday. KINGSTON, Jamaica, Friday February 7, 2014, CMC – Jamaica’s leading dope control officer, Dr….
Navarro prepares for Spring Training at Caribbean Series
By George Nunnelley From The Bats Signal Rey Navarro, a 24-year-old infield prospect from Puerto Rico, is currently participating in this month’s Caribbean Series held at Estadio Nueva Esparta in Porlamar Margarita Island, Venezuela. Unlike many prospects who seem to…
CONCACAF, CIES sign cooperation agreement
Cooperation to advance sports research and education in the region MIAMI — CONCACAF and the International Centre for Sports Studies (CIES) signed a wide-ranging cooperation agreement for mutual support in the areas of research and education. “This collaboration offers an…
Carson Yeung quits all posts with English soccer club Birmingham City
By Emily Tsang From South China Morning Post Birmingham City in UK reveals decision ahead of verdict in money-laundering case Beleaguered Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung Ka-sing has resigned from all his positions with English soccer club Birmingham City, its…
T&T coach settles lawsuit and players threaten court action
Latapy settles $5m lawsuit with TTFA From Soca Warriors Former national football coach Russell Latapy has withdrawn a lawsuit against the Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) for more than $5 million in compensation after both parties arrived at an…
