Presentation College (San Fernando) head coach Shawn Cooper talks to the Burdie and Barney Show about his coaching development, his time with Trinidad and Tobago Women’s National Senior Team, historic Intercol titles with southern rivals—Naparima College AND the ‘Pres Lions’—and the little known story about 2019 National Intercol hero, Jardel …

“[…] Dr Keith Rowley previously promised, however, that once a majority of the population was vaccinated, only the protected would be allowed to celebrate this colourful festival. This brought about protests, of course. “[…] Now here he was, in front of the cameras once again. All the conditions had been …

Presentation College (San Fernando) head coach Shawn Cooper gives the backstory to the controversy surrounding utility player Kori Cupid, who was suspended by the Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) during the 2016 season. Look out for Part Two of our interview with Cooper on Friday 3 December as he talks …

“[…] I do think that there would be a lot of controversy specifically from ‘anti-vaxxers’ about non-vaccinated persons not being able to partake in these festivities—and this might cause a problem in society at that appointed time.  “[…] There would possibly a price increase in all areas and industries that …

“[…] ‘I would now like to invite Machel Montano to the stage…’  “The din increased, ensuring I would be incapable of hearing properly for the rest of the night. Almost splitting my face in half, a beaming grin enveloped my visage as my hero stepped into view… Machel Montano…” Eleven-year-old …

Current West Indies coach Phil Simmons is a lucky man. Replying to Sri Lanka’s 386 all out in the First Test in Galle last month, Kraigg Brathwaite’s West Indies reached a precarious 100 for 6 in their first innings. And then, chasing 348 for victory, they found themselves at a …

“[…] Carnival will most definitely be for those who are vaccinated, as most things have or are becoming. “[…] Before the event formally begins, persons will need to wear their Covid-19 vaccination cards and a form of identification around their necks to ensure that they are permitted to partake in …

Former Trinidad and Tobago national youth team coach Shawn Cooper explains an often overlooked deficiency in local teams—the support staff!—and its impact on the Soca Warriors’ readiness at Concacaf level. Look out for Part Two of our interview with Cooper on Friday 3 December as he talks to the Burdie …

“[…] The first change that comes to mind is the full-on dancing on the streets. It is the norm for people to gyrate on each other, sweaty bodies glistening under the sun as they move and sway like branches in the wind to the beat of hypnotising soca music, throwing …

The Trinidad and Tobago Women’s National Senior Team could not hold on to a fortuitous halftime lead at San Cristóbal this evening, as they concluded their two-match tour with a 1-1 tie against the Dominican Republic. Recently appointed head coach Kenwyne Jones’ current record stands at three draws (two against …

“[…] ‘Trinidad and Tobago will perform a Javelin throw at 2pm!’ the television interjected.  “‘Jav- what? That is not a European ting? We does do that?’ Mom stormed off to a pot of spicy aroma of delectable, seasoned meat…” Twelve-year-old Holy Name Convent (Port of Spain) form one student Amayiah …

“[…] I stopped dead in my tracks and stared at the person sitting on the bus bench. My body quivered and my heart throbbed. Something inside urged me to get closer to them.  “Drawn closer, it felt like I was wading through knee-deep water. My throat ached and my mouth …