Monthly Archives: October 2026

Dear Editor: Are TTFA’s proposed Statute changes about electoral reform, or redistribution of political power?

“[…] Under the proposed TTFA Statutes amendments, clubs would lose 21 votes, reducing their combined allocation from 36 to 15—a decrease of approximately 58.3%. Regional associations would gain six votes, increasing from 12 to 18, while the Women’s League would increase from two votes to three. “The proportional changes are …

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He played his role with authenticity, courage, dignity and conviction—tribute to Brother Valentino, The People’s Calypsonian

Once again, the calypso fraternity and the nation of Trinidad and Tobago have been plunged into mourning with the passing of Anthony Emrold Phillip, affectionately known as Brother Valentino, The People’s Calypsonian. Born in Grenada on 7 July 1941 and brought to Trinidad as a child, Brother Valentino’s journey was …

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Dear Editor: On what grounds is Romain still supervising minors? And what does that say about Safeguarding process?

“[…] Mr Gary St Rose himself acknowledges that the investigations are not complete. So what exactly formed the basis of the decision that the present arrangements were sufficiently safe for Mr Adrian Romain to continue supervising minors? “[…] We are repeatedly told to trust the process. But trust is not …

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SSFL 26: Can Fatima’s ‘Yellows’ match ‘Baby Hulk’s’ scoring record? Wired868 examines the Premiership goal-rush

Can 2026 give birth to a new goalscoring record in the Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) Premiership Division? Fatima College captain Jahaem “Yellows” Bailey leads the pack at present with 14 goals—just two coming from the penalty spot. The record target is Isaiah “Baby Hulk” Jacob’s 22 items for Presentation …

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St Rose: Safeguarding “comfortable” with Romain, despite National U-15 manager facing two unresolved complaints

Trinidad and Tobago Boys’ National Under-15 Team manager Adrian Romain has been cleared to continue his duties with the national youth team, despite being subject to two safeguarding complaints related to his duties during the August 2026 CFU Challenge Series. Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) Safeguarding, Player Care and …

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