The Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) has marked another significant milestone in the development of football across the Islands with the official opening of the new FIFA Arena Pitch at the Adelaide Oemler Primary School in Bottle Creek, North Caicos. From left - Jordan Victiore, Sonia Fulford, Hon Rachel Taylor, and Hon Arlington Musgrove, cut the ribbon to officially open the FIFA Mini Pitch at the Adelaide Oemler Primary School in North Caicos The op

High School Rugby Playoff and Championship Saturday at Meridian Field Finals action in the Turks and Caicos Rugby Football Union’s Inter-High School Touch Rugby Tournament takes place this Saturday, May 9, at Meridian Field starting at 10:00 a.m., as the country’s top young rugby talents prepare for an exciting day of semi-finals and championship matches. TCIPS U18 boys vs HJ Robinson Stallions compete with coach Aussie Dickenson watching In the Under-15 Boys division, Lo

Ten talented students from Oseta Jolly Primary School showcased their writing skills and pride in their heritage when they participated in the Department of Library Services’ essay competition held in February, in celebration of Black History Month. The competition, which aimed to highlight influential Black figures from the Turks and Caicos Islands, invited students to write about "A Successful Black Person from the Turks and Caicos Islands Whom I Admire." The entries reflec

A total of seven primary schools has already registered for a groundbreaking youth competition set to transform the landscape of girls’ football in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The programme underscores TCIFA’s ongoing efforts to grow women’s football at the grassroots level Elite Primary, Enid Capron Primary, Iris Stubbs Primary, Oseta Jolly Primary, Mills Institute, Thelma Lightbourne Primary, and Ona Glinton Primary are the early entrants in the Under-8 and Under-10 Gir

Turks and Caicos Islands’ youth leader, Ms. Zaria Ingham, has recently been recognised on the international stage upon receiving the ‘Youth Impact Award’ at the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Development Summit, held from April 9-11, under the theme “From Commitment to Impact: Working for a Resilient Commonwealth.” The three-day summit brought together over 150 delegates from more than 50 countries, providing a platform for young leaders, policymakers, and development partners to

In celebration of Earth Day, Grace Bay Resorts Foundation, in partnership with Graceway Communities, hosted its impactful “Trash to Treasure” initiative—an event designed to promote sustainability, creativity, and environmental awareness among the next generation. This year’s initiative brought together students from Enid Capron Primary School, The International School of Turks and Caicos, and Ashley’s Learning Center, each showcasing innovative projects created from recycled

A 37-year community tradition becomes a generational investment in the islands’ athletes. The Turks and Caicos Islands Athlete Development Fund (ADF) has received a donation of $12,000 from the Who Cares Fishing Tournament, a contribution that is as meaningful in its story as it is in its sum. Established in 1989, the Who Cares Fishing Tournament is one of the islands’ longest-established sporting traditions. For more than three decades, it has brought residents and visitin

Youth leader Brianna Walcott concluded her engagement at the ECOSOC Youth Forum, held April 14–16, 2026 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Representing the Turks and Caicos Islands as part of a Caribbean youth delegation, she delivered a strong call for more equitable, coordinated, and action-driven partnerships. Convened under the theme “Transformative, equitable, innovative and coordinated actions for the 2030 Agenda and its SDGs for a sustainable future for al

A historic milestone was achieved last evening at Howard University Student Association Senate, marking a significant moment for the Turks and Caicos Islands and the wider Caribbean region. For the first time in the Senate’s 15-year history, a Caribbean student has been elected to its highest office. Antwon HF Walkin, a native of the Turks and Caicos Islands and Deputy Premier of the National Youth Parliament, has been elected as the 15th Chairman/President of the Senate. Wal

Twenty-seven young women were recognized on Saturday, April 11, following the successful completion of an eight-week Baking Master Class for Girls, led by nutritionist Lakeisha Wilson at the Salvation Army Brighter Futures Centre. The Baking Master Class Certification Recipients are photographed with host and Nutritionist Lakiesha Wilson The certification ceremony marked more than the end of a culinary course, it celebrated personal growth, creativity, and resilience among

Students from the Clement Howell High School were recently welcomed to Beaches Turks and Caicos for an immersive fine dining and etiquette session at one of the resort’s signature à la carte restaurants. For the second consecutive year, the resort’s learning and development, public relations and food and beverage teams designed and delivered practical training that exposed students to the standards and expectations of a world class hospitality environment. General Manager

The Wine Cellar Golf and Fishing Tournament made a hefty donation of $60,000 to youth-centered entities in the Turks and Caicos Islands, reinforcing its commitment to sports development and community upliftment. The recipients of the Wine Cellar Golf and Fishing Tournament display their cheques in front of the Wine Cellar, located along Leeward Highway in Providenciales, on Monday, March 30. At left are representatives of the Swim Federation. At centre is the Edward Gartlan

The Ministry of Education and the Sports Commission have donated new tennis nets to the Grand Turk Kids and Youth Tennis Club, providing a timely boost to youth sports development on the island. The contribution is expected to enhance training opportunities for young players, allowing them to further develop their skills and deepen their interest in the sport. Club representatives welcomed the support, noting that such investments play a key role in nurturing the next gener

The Turks and Caicos Islands has selected a 23-member national team to compete at the prestigious CARIFTA Games, set for April 4–7 in Grenada. The annual championships remain the premier stage for junior athletics in the Caribbean, and TCI’s delegation reflects a growing pool of talent across both track and field events. Love Joseph will be one of the athletes expected to do well at the 53rd CARIFTA Games in Grenada This year’s squad features a blend of Under-17 and Under-2

Beaches Turks and Caicos resort, through the Sandals Foundation, recently expanded its education outreach to North and Middle Caicos, providing new learning materials to every primary school student on the twin islands, as well as a number of students from Raymond Gardiner High School. Sandals Foundation Members share lens with students from North and Middle Caicos The initiative was aimed at strengthening classroom instruction, reducing the burden on families, and ensurin

This is how nutrition affects your kid’s mood, focus, and immunity Children’s bodies are highly sensitive to blood sugar fluctuations. What they eat directly affects their energy, behaviour, mood, sleep, and immune function. Many common childhood challenges are linked to unstable blood sugar rather than behavioural issues alone. Signs of Blood Sugar Imbalance in Children Children may not describe how they feel clearly. Instead, blood sugar imbalance often shows up as: Moo

Special education students from several primary schools across Providenciales gathered for the second annual Kick for Inclusion Soccer Festival at the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) Field on Thursday, March 12 for the second annual Kick for Inclusion. President of the TCIFA Sonia Fulford-Missick guides a young player into the rudiments of dribbling Kick for Inclusion is an initiative designed to ensure children with special needs are included in schoo

The Turks and Caicos Islands will send a strong team of nine swimmers to compete at the 2026 CARIFTA Aquatics Championships in Martinique. Representing the country at the prestigious regional competition are Liv McNeil, Kian Jules, Luc Durliat, Anaiah Alleyne, Hayley Williams, Ezekiel Martin, Isaac Farley, Rishith Gururaja, and Ethan Gardiner. For the second time, Martinique will host the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, which are scheduled to take place from April 3–8, 20

In a compelling display of oratory skill and tourism expertise, Miss A'Navia Mantock of the H. J. Robinson High School emerged victorious over Miss Trenea Wilson of the Marjorie Basden High School at the highly anticipated Tourism Youth Congress Runoff. The event took place on Tuesday, 24th February 2026, at Conference Rooms at Ports of Call, Providenciales. L-R: Hon. Zhavargo Jolly, Miss A’Navia Mantock, Miss Trenea Wilson and Hon. Rachel Taylor The two young tourism advoc

A. Louise Garland Thomas High School in Long Bay, Providenciales has been crowned champions of the 2026 Sports Commission Inter-High School Track and Field Championship following a commanding performance over two days of competition held on Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28. One of the races at the National Inter-High School Championship The Providenciales-based institution delivered a dominant display throughout the meet, finishing comfortably at the top of the