Six months into a new government, St Vincent and the Grenadines confronts a devastating economic reality and sport has been a political plaything for 24 years. This column examines the chronic indebtedness, the Cricket World Cup 2007 debacle, the NLA’s bypass of the NSC, and the expired Diamond track licence. A critical look at why sport has never been a pillar of Vincentian development and what must change.
Month: June 2026
The St Vincent and the Grenadines Olympic Committee is sponsoring a record number of vacation sport camps this summer. From tennis and sailing to netball, karate, cycling, squash, swimming, rugby, volleyball, and athletics—young Vincentians have unprecedented opportunities to learn, improve, and excel. This column details each camp’s objectives, dates, locations, and the philosophy that physical activity is a right for all.
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on 11 June, concerns mount over player fatigue, declining match quality, geopolitical tensions, and controversial US immigration policies. This column questions whether FIFA has prioritised revenue over the spectacle itself; and whether the once‑prestigious tournament can recover its former glory.
