Tag Archives: Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor: History proves T&T needs vibrant local leagues for success—not grandparent legislation

“[…] Besides Chris Birchall, born in England of a Trinidad mother, all the members of the starting XI against Sweden came of footballing age in Trinidad and Tobago. “Shaka Hislop was born in London while his parents were temporarily resident there, but he grew up in Diego Martin. “Again, all …

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Dear Editor: TTFA’s National U-17 trials lacked structure, fairness and care for young athletes

“[…] The selection format involved a single 20-minute 11v11 match, with all coaches observing from the sidelines. Players were not given numbered bibs, leaving coaches to rely solely on memory to identify and assess individuals. “[…] Due to a late start, the event was called off around midday with two …

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Dear Editor: Unacceptable for SSFL’s schedule to clash with T&T’s WCQ campaign

“[…] By allowing a domestic league fixture to clash with [a Trinidad and Tobago World Cup] fixture, the organisers undermine the national agenda and send a message that the SSFL takes precedence over representing the country. “[…] From a developmental viewpoint—schools football is the ground floor of our footballing pyramid. …

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Dear Editor: US warships in Caribbean represent ‘real and immediate threats to regional stability’

“[…] The narcotics trade continues to devastate Caribbean societies—eroding lives, futures, and the very moral fabric of our communities. This is a grave crisis for the Church and for families everywhere, and one we are duty-bound to confront. “Yet, the arbitrary and unwarranted taking of life cannot be justified as …

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Dear Editor: Honour Jereem Richards by restoring his training ground, the Larry Gomes Stadium

“[…] Since its founding by Olympian Cliff Bertrand, the Abilene Wildcats Track Club has produced an extraordinary 20 Olympians—a testament to Arima’s enduring contribution to national athletics. “[…] Their collective achievements underscore the region’s vital role in shaping Trinidad and Tobago’s sporting identity—no other community in Trinidad and Tobago can …

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Dear Editor: Diversification, not the Dragon, is key for T&T’s economic survival—but here’s why it has eluded us

“[…] The Ministry of Finance website provides budget statements from 2002 onwards. Diversification is mentioned in each budget statement. All 23 years. Undoubtedly, diversification will feature in Budget 2026 when it is read in the coming weeks. “[…] This is not to say that there have been no changes since …

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