“[…] The pattern is familiar: someone speaks up, gets labelled, and only later do we come to understand the weight of what they tried to reveal. “To be clear, I am not accusing anyone currently under a safeguarding ban of criminal behaviour. That is not my claim. “My point is …
Read More »RBNYFL 25: Cardinals take North U-17 title, as Trendsetter stun Pro Series
Cardinals Football Academy thrashed Project Pro 8-0 to take the Republic Bank National Youth Football League (RBNYFL) North Zone Under-17 title in style on Sunday at Mucurapo. Striker Karim Millington notched four goals while defender Jaylon Roberts netted a double to help Cardinals to their first crown in this division. …
Read More »Dear Editor: Five things that will help improve T&T football
“[…] The administration should set in place a programme to begin teaching the youngsters the technical aspects of the game. “In my opinion, we have ‘fly by night’ coaching schools that suck thousands of dollars from parents with false promises. These coaching schools should be run by licensed coaches…” The …
Read More »RBNYFL 25: Jones fires Creek into U-14 quarters as Beatnix hold off Blue Hawks
Newly-crowned East Zone U-14 champions Beatnix Sports Club survived a fierce fightback from Blue Hawks FC to keep their unbeaten run alive in the 2025 Republic Bank National Youth Football League (RBNYFL) on Saturday at the Arima Velodrome. Already assured of the title going into the final round, Beatnix led …
Read More »Dear Editor: Misuse of safeguarding mechanisms can stain coach’s career
“[…] As previously mentioned, the goal of Fifa’s safeguarding efforts is to create an environment that includes preventative measures, educational initiatives, and clear response protocols. “Unfortunately, when these policies are misused or weaponized by disgruntled individuals, they can have serious negative consequences. For example, false allegations made by individuals can …
Read More »RBNYFL 25: QPCC, Club Sando snare zonal titles, 7 KO spots up for grabs
There will be a final push for places in the 2025 Republic Bank National Youth Football League (RBNYFL) quarterfinal round as zonal action continues this weekend, with seven of 24 knockout berths still up for grabs. The East Zone U-20 and South Zone U-17 and U-20 divisions are completed, though. …
Read More »RBNYFL 25: Three horse race in Central U17 Div, as City edge Ginga, while Beatnix thrash Tigers
City FC edged previously unbeaten FC Ginga 1-0 in Sunday’s marquee match-up of the Central Zone U-17 division at Frederick Settlement to keep alive their chances of qualifying for the knockout round of the 2025 Republic Bank National Youth Football League (RBNYFL). Kenai Richardson’ side-foot finish was enough to end …
Read More »Coaches body claims TTFA suspended Cooper without an interview; Kieron still silent
The Unified Football Coaches of Trinidad and Tobago (UFCTT) has defended Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Under-17 Team head coach Shawn Cooper against supposed “unclear and ambiguous allegations”, in the wake of Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) sanctions against the coach. On Saturday, TTFA Safeguarding manager Gary St Rose …
Read More »‘Cooper is a beacon of discipline!’: Pres’ Old Boys demand ‘timely’ resolution to TTFA ban
“[…] The Presentation College San Fernando Past Students’ Association does not wish to speculate on the matter or matters that would have led to [the] decision by the TTFA. However, it can be stated unequivocally that Shawn Cooper, during his tenure at the college, has been a beacon of discipline, …
Read More »RBNYFL 25: Pro Series subs bring the heat against Blue Hawks; while Cox CS hold Trendsetter ladies
A late double from substitute Jody Harragin helped Pro Series cement top spot in the Republic Bank National Youth Football League (RBNYFL) Girls Trinidad U-17 Division yesterday, as the Port of Spain-based team routed Blue Hawks FC 7-0 at the UTT Campus in Valsayn. Six of their goals came in …
Read More »T&T U-17 and ‘Pres’ coach Shawn Cooper banned from coaching minors; Corneal: This is unheard of!
Trinidad and Tobago Safeguarding manager Gary St Rose has banned Men’s National Under-17 team head coach Shawn Cooper from coaching minors in an unprecedented move within the national setup. On Saturday 15 March, St Rose issued a release on a TTFA letterhead that took aim at the veteran coach, who …
Read More »RBNYFL 25: FC Tigers snatch Central U14 top spot; Premier SC rout Maloney
Kaden Fournillier notched a hat-trick to inspire FC Tigers to a 5-1 win over Evolution FC on Saturday and take over the top spot in the Central Zone U14 Division of the 2025 Republic Bank National Youth Football League at the Ancil Elcock Recreation Ground in Frederick Settlement, Caroni on …
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