Caribbean Games set to open in Guadeloupe following tumultuous build-up
CANOC President Brian Lewis reflects on the historic moment for Caribbean sports.
Caribbean Games organizers scramble to find replacement sites after a pair of venue cancellations
Local organizers faced an unexpected hurdle after a pair of venues cancelled plans to host events during the 2022 Caribbean Games. A search for replacement venues was partially successful, with work now underway to see the event to fruition.
Heads of missions traveled to Guadeloupe for the final exam at the first Caribbean Games
Some 30 countries and 1,000 athletes are expected in Basse-Terre to compete in seven sports from June 29 to July 3
Olympic Newsdesk -- Chicago Mayor Anger; Hopes for Caribbean Games
(ATR) Chicago mayor Richard Daley is still angry Chicago won't host the 2016 Olympics... Caribbean Olympic leaders hold out hope for a regional games... NOC elections for Nigeria postponed..
Olympic Newsdesk - U.S., Australia Disappointed with Swimsuit Ruling; Caribbean Games Cancellation
(ATR) The U.S. and Australia have expressed disappointment with FINA’s approval of modified hi-tech swimsuits...Trinidad and Tobago’s NOC apologizes for the cancellation of the Caribbean Games.
Olympic Briefs -- Caribbean Games Planning for Success; Swede Stripped of Record
(ATR) Steve Stoute, president of CANOC, tells ATR that inaugural event will be successful despite PASO setback...Swimmer Therese Alshammar violated Australia Swimming bylaws regarding swimsuits
Olympic Briefs -- IOC to Improve UN Relationship, Possible Royal Addition
(ATR) IOC wants to strengthen ties with organization with an observer seat at the U.N. General Assembly...Denmark's Crown Prince Frederik could be next IOC member
