CONCACAF Appoints Linda “Champagne” Magloire as First British Virgin Islands Woman Match Commissioner

In a groundbreaking move, CONCACAF has appointed Linda “Champagne” Magloire as the first British Virgin Islands woman to serve as a Match Commissioner in one of its regional games.

Magloire, who has been actively involved in BVI Football for the past 23 years, will take on the role of Match Commissioner for the highly anticipated 2023 Road to CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup match between Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica. The game is scheduled to take place at the Antigua Football Association Technical Center on October 29.

Magloire’s extensive experience in the sport has prepared her for this historic appointment. She began her journey in football as a player with the Panthers in the early 2000s, where she not only showcased her skills as the team’s captain but also demonstrated her financial acumen by serving as the club’s treasurer. Her dedication and passion for the game did not go unnoticed, as she was selected to represent the Women’s National Team in the 2006 CONCACAF Women’s World Cup qualifier in St. Lucia and the 2010 CONCACAF Women’s World Cup qualifier against Cuba in the Dominican Republic.

Throughout her tenure, Magloire has held various administrative positions within the BVI Football Association. She has served as the Club Development Officer, Club Licensing Manager, and Chairperson of the Competitions Committee. In 2022, she took on the role of Team Manager for the Women’s National Team, further showcasing her commitment to advancing women’s football in the British Virgin Islands.

Currently, Magloire also serves as a Match Commissioner in the BVIFA Sr. Men’s 2023-24 domestic league, further cementing her expertise in overseeing matches and ensuring fair play.

The entire football community in the British Virgin Islands congratulates Linda “Champagne” Magloire on this remarkable achievement. Her dedication, expertise, and trailblazing spirit have undoubtedly paved the way for future generations of women in football, both in the British Virgin Islands and beyond.