AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSports Spotlight: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons kept their CPL momentum with an eight-run win over Trinbago Knight Riders at Queen’s Park Oval, while Nicholas Pooran and Dwayne “DJ” Bravo both pointed to poor early play and responsibility for TKR’s struggles. Cricket Development: Former West Indies fast bowler Winston Benjamin says Antigua and Barbuda’s schoolboy cricket needs a full overhaul, calling for a national pathway starting in primary school. Tennis Growth: World Tennis development officer Evan Heyliger met ABTA officials and pushed for more regular elite competition, including junior round-robin formats. Pickleball on the Radar: At the Pickleball World Cup in Vietnam, India stayed unbeaten on Day 1 after beating Antigua and Barbuda 6-0, setting up a Round of 32 clash with Portugal. Media & Culture: Veteran broadcaster Marcella André has died, leaving a major void in regional communications. Youth Leadership: Janet Simon of Antigua and Barbuda was appointed Dean of the CARICOM Youth Ambassador Corps, prioritizing youth mental health, nutrition, peace, life skills and jobs. Arts & Music: Guitar Center unveiled its 2026 Crossroads Guitar Collection with Eric Clapton, with proceeds supporting Crossroads Centre Antigua. Community Giving: Flow will donate TT$200 for every TKR six in CPL 2026 to the National Centre for Persons with Disabilities.
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