Sports
July 4, 2026
by Raymond Graham
Tampa Premier Cricket League to launch $60m grassroots initiative for primary schools
Primary schools across the island are set to benefit from a major cricket boost as the Tampa Premier Cricket League (TPCL), along with title sponsor Jamaica Produce Hub, a United States-based company,…
July 4, 2026
FIFPro union says players at World Cup need more protection from racist abuse
The FIFPRO players union said on Saturday that more must be done to protect footballers from racist abuse at the World Cup being held in North America.
July 4, 2026
Morocco beat World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to quarterfinals
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once.
July 4, 2026
Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay
Kylian Mbappé scored his 19th career World Cup goal, and France survived stifling heat to beat Paraguay 1-0 on Saturday, sending Les Bleus into the quarterfinals for the fourth straight time.
July 3, 2026
Impressive Spain march into round of 16
INGLEWOOD, California, (AP):
Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 yesterday for their first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010.
Pedro…
July 3, 2026
by Raymond Graham
Winning streak on the line as Oakley makes pro debut
Jamaica’s in-form 400 metres runner Dejanea Oakley will be aiming to continue her winning streak today when she makes her professional debut in the one-lap event at the two-day Prefontaine Classic.…
July 3, 2026
Bulls land Jamaican star Powell in US$45-million power move
ILLINOIS, USA (CMC):
The Chicago Bulls have secured a major backcourt upgrade, agreeing to terms with veteran shooting guard and Jamaican international Norman Powell on a two-year, US$45-million…
July 3, 2026
by Ainsley Walters
Stardom ready to slam rivals in St Leger
STARDOM appears fated to emulate his full-brother, Calculus, who won the St Leger and Jamaica Derby for Gary Subratie in 2021, using sheer stamina to mow down rivals over two turns, dominating a year…
July 4, 2026
Williams to officiate in Women’s T20 World Cup final
LONDON, England (CMC):
Jamaican umpire Jacqueline Williams and India’s Vrinda Rathi have been named as the on-field umpires for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final, which will be played at the…