The Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) executive has announced a change in the Premier Division kick off times, effective from Wednesday 18 September, with all but the live broadcasted games moved from 3.30pm to 4pm. The SSFL did not immediately proffer a reason for the change but Wired868 understands that …
Read More »SSFL24: One trophy down, three to go! Fatima coach sets marker, explains absence of Chaves and Trestrail
“Before [our] preseason, I set some goals,” Fatima College head coach Hutson “Baba” Charles told Wired868. “We are looking to make a clean sweep, and we are starting with this game. After this game we have three trophies to go. “We are looking for the league, the North Zone Intercol …
Read More »“He was a free-spirit!” Speyside High mourn murder victim, Lenox Eastman
The Speyside High Secondary football programme was plunged into mourning today as former utility player Lenox Eastman died at the Scarborough General Hospital, after failing to recover from gunshot wounds. The 19-year-old Eastman is Tobago’s 21st murder victim of 2024. Eastman wrote exams in June and got three passes, including …
Read More »“Posh was more than just a supporter; he will be dearly missed…”
“[…] Posh was more than just a supporter; he was a symbol of the passion and pride that unites us all. “His presence at our matches, both at home and abroad, brought inspiration and joy to everyone around him…” The following press statement on the passing of renowned Trinidad and …
Read More »Eve’s exit clause, Boyce’s mysterious appointment and a ‘ghost’ youth team
Outgoing Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team head coach Angus Eve had another 17 months left on his contract with the Soca Warriors when he was sacked by the new Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) executive, led by president Kieron Edwards. However, crucially, there was a termination clause. …
Read More »Boyce, Benedict’s and ex-Central coach, gets T&T U-20 post—two years before tournament
St Benedict’s College coach Randolph ‘Balo’ Boyce has been selected as the Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Under-20 Team head coach, in the second major appointment done by the Kieron Edwards-led Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA). He replaces Brian Haynes, who led the young Soca Warriors to a first …
Read More »Dear Editor: Sacking Angus Eve makes no sense—what has he done to deserve that?
“[…] Coaches who don’t get their team to perform should face the sack. Angus Eve just managed a 7-1 victory against The Bahamas. With that goal difference and a result against Saint Kitts and Nevis, we are practically through to the final round. “[…] Perhaps what Kieron Edwards should’ve focused …
Read More »‘Army’ eliminated from Caribbean Shield; T&T clubs’ regional struggles continue
Defence Force’s Caribbean campaign lasted just 90 minutes, as they were eliminated after their first outing in the CFU Caribbean Club Shield competition yesterday evening. The Army/ Coast Guard combination fell 1-0 to Dominican Republic team Atletico Pantoja at the Ergilio Hato Stadium in Willemstad, Curaçao in the second-tier regional …
Read More »An “unsung hero”: TTFA mourns passing of ex-World Cup kitman Ikin Williams
“[…] Ikin’s role as an equipment manager went far beyond simply handling gear and supplies. He was the unsung hero behind the scenes, ensuring that every player had what they needed to perform at their best. “From meticulously preparing equipment for training sessions to making sure everything was in perfect …
Read More »Maverick TTPFL owner, Michael De Four, passes away in San F’do
Trinidad and Tobago Premier Football League (TTPFL) club owner Michael De Four passed away at the Intensive Care Unit of the San Fernando General Hospital, where he was warded for the past few days. Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) president Kieron Edwards confirmed De Four’s death via a press …
Read More »TTFA general secretary, Kareem Paul, contests NFA post—then quits
Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) general secretary Kareem Paul’s first notable act was to contest a position in the Northern Football Association (NFA) elections—although it is unconstitutional for him to hold a second football job—and then resign the post within 24 hours. Paul was announced as TTFA general secretary, …
Read More »Kieron appoints TTFA general secretary, Paul; but faces potential constitutional issue
The Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) announced its first major change under the tenure of new president Kieron Edwards, as Kareem Paul was unveiled as the new general secretary. Paul replaces Amiel Mohammed, who was appointed by Fifa-appointed normalisation committee chair Robert Hadad. The TTFA release listed Paul’s start …
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