From Tommie Smith’s raised fist to Muhammad Ali’s draft refusal, athletes have long used their platform to speak against injustice; yet sport continues to discourage political expression. This column argues that athletes not only have the right to protest but carry a responsibility to challenge inequality, both within sport and in society at large.
Year: 2026
From ancient Greece to modern classrooms, sport has long been wrongly dismissed as the domain of the less academically gifted. This column traces the historical roots of this misconception and argues that athletic excellence requires the same intellectual engagement as any scholarly pursuit—making sport a valid and valuable educational pathway.
With a new government in place, St. Vincent and the Grenadines faces an urgent need to overhaul its sports sector. Outdated policies, unclear ministerial structures, and poorly maintained facilities have hindered real progress. This article examines why comprehensive reform is essential for integrating sports into national development.
3 more jumpers make Carifta standards Jumpers seem to be leading the way, as St….
SVG faces deep division. This column proposes a unifying solution: a national strategy linking sport and physical literacy to community development, rebuilding pride from the ground up.
The 53rd CARIFTA Games return to Grenada’s Kirani James Athletics Stadium from April 4–6, 2026. Discover everything teams need to know; from accreditation and accommodation to competition schedules and the vibrant culture of the Spice Isle.
