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Another BVI sportswoman honoured!
Latoya Sue (left) with Deputy Governor David Archer.
(JTV News) — Another sportswoman — from the football arena — has received recognition.
Latoya Sue was recognised by Deputy Governor David Archer recently for “being the only female to presently coach a senior all men’s football team”.
Every Thursday, the Deputy Governor’s Office recognises and commends persons in the community to express gratitude for their significant contributions to the Territory of the Virgin Islands, according to a Facebook post on the Office’s Facebook page.
A week ago, it was Sue’s turn.
“Ms. Sue holds the unique distinction of being the only female to presently coach a senior all-men’s football team, which is noteworthy and exciting for the advancement of the sport,” the statement, quoting the deputy governor, reads. “Furthermore, she volunteers her time organising football with children to build their physical, technical, mental, emotional, and psychological development during their formative years. Join me in applauding Ms. Sue for her coaching and leadership services to our community. Her efforts contribute value towards the present and next generation of our entire BVI Territory.
Most recently, the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) recognised Cassandra “Coach Cass” Gregg in honour of her 30 years of dedication to football in the British Virgin Islands.
A billboard in Road Town honouring Gregg was also erected. This idea was conceived by the BVIFA’s Women’s Committee chaired by Lil Makeda Fahie, according to the Association in a news release.
Five coaches were awarded their Concacaf C License certifications, the British Virgin Islands Football Association announced this week, marking a new step in the Territory’s push to strengthen youth football development. The certificates were presented by BVIFA Technical Director Paul Decle, who addressed the group alongside representatives of the association.
Decle, speaking at the brief presentation ceremony, underscored the responsibility that accompanies the new qualification. “Your role now is to develop the future of football,” he said. “The mandate from the BVIFA to the new C License coaches is to put in the work and develop the youth — on and off the field.”
The Concacaf C License Course is designed to improve coaching standards across the region by focusing on player development, session planning, and youth-centered instruction. Completion of the program allows coaches to work more extensively within national grassroots and youth football structures.
BVIFA officials described the accomplishment as part of the association’s wider effort to strengthen coaching capacity, improve technical standards, and expand youth outreach programs across the islands.
The newly licensed coaches are expected to support BVIFA training initiatives, youth academies, and upcoming development programs scheduled throughout the 2024–25 calendar.
The British Virgin Islands men’s rugby sevens team will begin its Rugby Americas North (RAN) Sevens campaign today, Nov. 21 in Arima, Trinidad, with scheduled matches against St. Lucia at 10:28 a.m. and Turks and Caicos at 2:28 p.m. at Larry Gomes Stadium. The tournament runs Nov. 20–22 and will feature national teams from across the region.
The BVI squad is preparing for a demanding three-day slate that continues on Nov. 22 with games against St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Curaçao, followed by a matchup with the Bahamas on Nov. 23. Results from the tournament will contribute to regional rankings and, in some cases, influence qualification pathways for future international events.
Team officials released the full roster ahead of travel to Trinidad. The delegation includes Jayden Williams, Josiah Means, Jonathan McAauley, Gethin Jones, Bradrick Evans, Stuart Fee, Rossa Canavan, Roan Thornton, Denvin Jones, D’von Jones, Thomas Wilson, Roequan Hemerding, Robert Lind and Thomas Chapman. Coach James Morris and manager Mark Jones will oversee preparations.
Tournament organizers say RAN Sevens remains the primary development platform for rugby sevens in the Caribbean and North America, offering emerging unions consistent exposure to international-standard play. The BVI team is expected to complete final training sessions before taking the field Friday morning.
Further updates will follow once competition gets underway.
Courtney Bascombe earned a bronze medal in the men’s 100 metres at the North, Central American and Caribbean Masters Athletics Championships in Mexico City after a strong showing in both rounds of competition.
Bascombe advanced to the final after winning his preliminary heat on Friday with a time of 11.43 seconds. He improved in the medal round on Saturday, clocking 11.35 seconds to finish third overall.
The regional Masters Championships bring together veteran athletes from across the Americas and the Caribbean, competing in track and field disciplines across multiple age categories. The event is sanctioned by the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC) and recognises athletes over 35 years of age.
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