Basseterre, St Kitts, Wednesday 22nd July 2027 – Guided by its commitment to athlete development and support, as outlined in its 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, the St Kitts and Nevis Olympic Committee is pleased to announce its participation in two major multi-sport events.
From July 23rd to August 8th, 2026, athletes from the federation will compete in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, and the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) / Centro Caribe Sports (CCS) Games in the Dominican Republic.
This participation marks a significant milestone for the SKNOC, as it makes its debut in the sports of Sailing and 3x3 Basketball at the CAC Games.
Commonwealth Games Delegation (Glasglow, Scotland)
The Commonwealth Games delegation will comprise seven (7) individuals and will be led by Chef de Mission Mr Lester Hanley.
Athletics (Track & Field)
Mr. Shamarie Roberts - Men’s 100m
Mr. Alexander Caines - Men’s 800m
Swimming
Mr. Jonathon Essien - Men’s 100m Butterfly, Men’s 50m Butterfly
Ms. Skyla Connor - Women’s 50m Breaststroke, Women’s 50m Freestyle
Team Officials
Mr. Eldon Thomas - Coach
Mr. David Steven - Physiotherapist
CAC/CSS Games Delegation (Dominican Republic)
The CAC Games delegation will comprise eighteen (18) individuals led by Senior Chef de Mission Mr. Leroy Greene, assisted by Ms. Brenda Allen as General Team Manager. Medical oversight will be provided by Team Doctor Dr. Dwain Archibald.
The Federation will compete across four (4) sporting disciplines:
Tennis:
Mr Khalil Burroughs - Men’s Singles and Doubles
Mr Omar Mongerie - Men’s Singles and Doubles
Mr Watkins Chiverton - Coach
Beach Volleyball:
Mr. Zendai Richards - Men’s Beach Volleyball
Mr. Elkreen Morton - Men’s Beach Volleyball
Ms. Jontette Hensley Philip - Women’s Beach Volleyball
Ms. Shajunee Gumbs - Women’s Beach Volleyball
Mr. Richard Swan - Coach
3x3 Basketball:
Mr Cecil Angel - Men’s 3x3 Basketball
Mr. Daivique Osbourne - Men’s 3x3 Basketball
Mr. Makari Gumbs - Men’s 3x3 Basketball
Mr. Tyquan Rogers - Men’s 3x3 Basketball
Mr. Wendell Pemberton - Coach
Sailing:
Mr. Amadi Byron-Hendrickson - Men’s Dinghy
Mr. Nicholas Dupre - Coach
The Games competition schedule is as follows:
Commonwealth Games
Swimming: Friday, July 24th to Wednesday, July 29thAthletics: Monday, July 27th to Wednesday, July 29th
CAC/CCS Games
Tennis: Friday, July 24th to Thursday, July 30th
Beach Volleyball: Wednesday, July 25th to Thursday, July 30th
3x3 Basketball: Saturday, August 1st to Sunday, August 2nd
Sailing: Saturday, August 1st to Thursday, August 6th
The St Kitts and Nevis Olympic Committee extends its warmest best wishes, safe travels, and every success to Team St Kitts and Nevis as they represented on the international stage.
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