Sports

Director of Sports Jarrett Forbes Statement on TCI Sports Commission Facility Safety Precautions

Published

2 years ago

February 9, 2024

PRESS RELEASE

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, February 9, 2023 – It is a travesty, the brazen act of violence that occurred in the vicinity of the Grand Turk Parade Grounds, during the HJ Robinson High School’s Sports Day yesterday, February 8^th. Such an act resulted in the loss of life and a traumatic experience for those present and loved ones connected to both the victim and attendees. This is an abhorrent and vicious attack on our social fabric. The Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission (TCISC) offers its condolences to the family of the deceased and is sensitive to the trauma experienced by the students, teachers, and other community members.

While the School Sports Day occurred at a facility managed by the TCISC, the event was hosted by the HJ Robinson High School. We can confirm, however, that a reasonable security strategy was implemented by the school’s administration, based on the nature and timing of the event. Crowd control measures were in place, school security was on site and police officers were conducting periodic stops throughout the day. The TCISC gives credit to the school’s administration for their rapid response to the incident.

The Commission has an aggressive security risk strategy to safeguard athletes, officials, and spectators at ‘major’ sports events. This security strategy includes a strong continuous presence of the Royal TCI Police Force (RTCIPF), both on the inside of the venue and patrolling the surrounding area; professional security services; screening of all persons entering the premises; crowd control strategies; strictly enforced venue rules; and lock down or evacuation plans.

We must however be judicious as to what is the risk assessment at a smaller sports event such as a School Sports Day, and we must determine what reasonable level of security is required to safeguard the students and visiting spectators. We are prepared to meet with the various school administrators and the RTCIPF to conduct a risk assessment of school or community sports events.

We cannot overstate the shock experienced by the school, community, attendees, and event hosts that such a violent act could take place not just in the surrounding area of the school but also in the middle of the day, while a school event is taking place.

The TCISC is committed to working with all parties to safeguard our stakeholders and we encourage everyone to assist in the investigation of this crime.

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Sports

Police Action League Set for Semifinal Showdowns This Weekend

Published

2 months ago

August 21, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

17U Seaquest's Dashawn Lightbourne on the court

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Thursday, 21 August 2025: The Police Action League (PAL) is set for a decisive weekend as the basketball semifinals tip off this Saturday, August 23, alongside the fourth matchup of the PAL Softball 5-game series.

Basketball action begins with the final 13U league group games, where teams fight for playoff seeding. The Avengers (4–1) currently lead the standings, followed by the Guardians and Badgers (both 3–2).

9:00 AM – Avengers vs. Badgers (13U)
10:00 AM – Guardians vs. Seaquest (13U)

The semifinals follow for the 15U and 17U divisions:

15U Boys Division

11:00 AM – #2 Sea Quest (3–1) vs. #3 Skyhawks (2–2)
12:00 PM – #1 Guardians (4–0) vs. #4 Avengers (1–3)

17U Boys Division

1:00 PM – #2 Avengers (2–2) vs. #3 Badgers (2–2)
2:00 PM – #1 Sea Quest (4–0) vs. #4 Skyhawks (2–2)

This year’s competition has been fueled by standout performers across the leagues. Rhomano Dumesle (13U) has been dominant, averaging nearly 20 points per game and pulling down an impressive 61 rebounds in five games. In the 15U division, Jodias Cineus has led the way with an average of 15.8 points per game, while Dashawn Lightbourne (17U) has contributed across the board with 78 total points and 20 rebounds.

On the softball diamond, the Badgers and Skyhawks meet again in their pivotal fourth showdown of the best-of-five PAL Softball Series. The Skyhawks currently lead 2–1 and can close the series with a win this Saturday at 9:30 AM at the Downtown Ballpark. Key contributors include Jayanna Ferguson, who leads the series in runs scored (3), and Denicka Robinson, who tops the RBI chart with 2.

Standings, scores and schedules can be found here: https://nieves1319.softr.app/2025pal-stat-landing-page

All basketball games will be played at the Gustavus Lightbourne Sports Complex. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children, which grant access to both sports on the day.

The PAL continues to provide young athletes across the Turks and Caicos Islands with opportunities for growth through competition, mentorship, and community support.

Sports

Nine Swimmers to Represent Turks and Caicos at 2025 Goodwill Championship

Published

3 months ago

August 15, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

Turks and Caicos, August 15, 2025 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation is proud to announce that nine talented swimmers will represent the Turks and Caicos Islands National Team at the 2025 Goodwill Swimming Championship, scheduled to take place in Barbados from August 15–17, 2025.

This year marks a historic milestone, as Turks and Caicos will participate not as an invited nation but as a full member nation, a status officially granted earlier this year through the efforts of the Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation.

The team will be led by Head Coach Bennett Williams, assisted by Coach Lincoln Martin, with Team Manager Snjezana Andrews overseeing logistics and support.

We extend our best wishes to our swimmers as they take on some of the region’s best athletes and continue to make the Turks and Caicos Islands proud on the international stage.

For more information on the Goodwill Championship, visit the event’s official website or follow updates from the Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation.

Bennett Williams
President
Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation

Sports

Two Swimmers to Represent Turks and Caicos at 2025 World Aquatics Junior Championships

Published

3 months ago

August 15, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

Turks and Caicos, August 15, 2025 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation proudly announces that Gabrielle Martin and Rishith Gururaja will be representing our nation at the prestigious World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships 2025, taking place in Otopeni, Romania, from August 19–24, 2025.

Roydoya Alleyne and Mary Martin will serve as both Team Officials, supporting the swimmers throughout the competition.

Host City & Venue Highlights:

Located just outside the Romanian capital, Bucharest, Otopeni has rapidly become a key destination for international sporting events—thanks in part to its world-class facilities and dedication to aquatic excellence.

The Championships will be hosted at the Otopeni Aquatics Complex, a purpose-built facility featuring:

A 50 m × 25 m main competition pool
A 25 m × 15 m competition pool
Diving pool and additional leisure/recovery pools
Seating capacity for approximately 2,400–2,797 spectators

This modern complex opened its doors with the 2022 European Junior Swimming Championships, followed by hosting the 2023 European Short Course Swimming Championships and other major international aquatic events

This year’s championships are expected to draw more than 600 promising junior swimmers from over 100 national federations, providing invaluable exposure and competition experience for athletes like Gabrielle and Rishith.

We wish Gabrielle Martin and Rishith Gururaja all the very best as they proudly represent the Turks and Caicos Islands on the global stage. Their journey is not just a personal achievement—it’s a testament to the increasing strength and reputation of our swimming program.

Bennett Williams
President, Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation