There is no golf course on the island quite as unique and special as Rockley Golf Course. A resort community where golfers, locals, and visitors come together in rich parkland, comprised of condominium clusters and lush fairways. Some call it an oasis on the bustling South Coast, playing a vital role in sports tourism and boosting the economy....

Although Sir David has always listed his priority in life as business, it would be difficult to think otherwise given his passion when he recalls the old days in discussion. Not surprisingly, his best memory was Sandford Prince winning for the third time in the Gold Cup in 1992.
The horseracing scene in Barbados was a far cry from today...

The 2025 sailing season began in style with the Barbados Sailing Week in mid-January.
As in previous years, the event began with the Junior Dinghy Regatta for sailors 18 years and younger. Restricted to only one day due to exceptionally high seas, this year’s Regatta attracted a total of twenty-two young sailors, including two from St...

The Barbados Government, together with the island’s Sports Authorities and Sporting Federations, are committed to developing an effective strategy to leverage sports to attract more visitors as a catalyst for economic growth, community development, and to enhance Barbados’ global profile.
Barbados has long been celebrated for its...

With its champagne sailing conditions that are extremely hard to beat anywhere else in the World, Barbados has played host to a large number of diverse sailing events through the years, from local and regional regattas, to World Championships and has, itself, produced some world-class sailors along the way, who have represented their country at...

The 2024 polo season in Barbados was a remarkable display of athleticism, style, and social exuberance, merging the beauty of the island with the thrill of one of the oldest team sports in the world. From December to May, the polo fields of Barbados transformed into vibrant arenas where local talent and international players showcased their...

Barbados continues to solidify its reputation as a premier destination for sports, adventure, and unforgettable experiences.
Attracting high-level and diverse sporting events to the island is important and Kamal Springer, Manager of Sports at Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. says: “A key goal in our Sports Tourism Strategy is to continue...

The Barbados International Hockey Festival, which we all know and love as the ‘Banks Festival’, is the premier Hockey Festival event in the western hemisphere.
 
When most people think of Hockey and Barbados, they think of the Hockey Festival! And what a marvelous thought it is! The Barbados International Hockey Festival, which we...

In recent times, the value of motor sport as a means of promoting the island has been emphasised time and again. 
During 2022, Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI) added the branding ‘Motorsport Island’ to its global promotion of the destination, stepping up support for a sport which has long been a major crowd-puller among local...

The 2022/ 23 season can be considered one of the better seasons we have experienced for many a year. Polo tours were back, the crowds returned in numbers; things were back to better than normal! This was as a result of a very hardworking Committee of Management who put their heart and souls into making sure the Polo events ran to perfection....

Sporting Barbados caught up with Paul Hamel-Smith: President of the Barbados Game Fishing Association
(the “BGFA”) The BGFA’s aim is to encourage sport fishing, organise fishing tournaments and to promote the conservation of fish and other marine life. Paul gave us an idea of what’s happening in his favourite sport... 
Deep Sea...

Horseracing is a big deal at the Garrison and it’s still one of the most popular sports on the island. Its unique racetrack lends itself to an unforgettable experience in true Barbadian style with its mix of visitors and locals. It is a social occasion for some, an opportunity to have picnics and meet with friends as they spread all around the...

Although recent interruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic caused some challenges for rugby in Barbados, it’s clear that the game is now gathering a renewed momentum, with a bevvy of initiatives in the pipeline for this year, set to create opportunities for all to enjoy the action of the sport at every level. 
 
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The 2021/2022 Polo season began towards the end of November 2021. Thankfully we were eventually granted permission to play Polo from the Covid authorities on island however under strict rules and protocols. This was tough but like everyone involved in sport, the club was delighted to be back in action with play resuming once again.
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The first edition of the Barbados International Hockey Festival started in 1986 and was then known as the Banks Brewery Hockey Festival, or more affectionately as the ‘Banks Festival’, and sometimes simply as ‘The Festival’. The tournament was founded by Barbadian Hockey and sports stalwarts Winsmore Humphrey, and the late icons of local sports...

One of the few positive things to come out of the COVID pandemic has been the growth of golf which had been in decline around the world for several years prior to 2019. There is a new appreciation for how pleasant it is to be out in the fresh air, socially distanced and having fun with friends and extended family for a simple round of golf. The...

In common with every other sporting discipline at home and overseas, motor sport in Barbados has been through challenging times since the first cases of Covid-19 were confirmed in the island in March 2020. Although the 50 or so events listed annually on the Barbados Motoring Federation’s (BMF) calendar were reduced to 27 in 2020, then even...

Our little island in the sun is home to so many gems, but for sailors it is all about the sea – becoming one with the wind and waves, and the boat that you guide by your own hand. And whilst 2021 felt dominated by pandemic restrictions, the sailing community was able to keep wind in our proverbial sails by celebrating our passion whenever...

Nearly 50 events planned by the Barbados Motoring Federation’s (BMF) sporting Member Clubs are listed on the provisional 2022 calendar published today (January 8). In the last two seasons the number of events run under BMF permits has been reduced by 50 per cent or more with cancellations caused by the coronavirus pandemic, so the motor sport...

The six Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) franchises have selected their teams for the 2020 tournament which is scheduled to take place from 18 August to the 10 September. The draft was carried out remotely and the six teams have successfully filled out their rosters with both Caribbean and overseas players with

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The legacy of racing has deep root, mostly originating from a background of the British planters and ultimately from the troops, as the cavalry horsemen loved competing with the plantocracy. Over 200 years we owed much to the Royal Engineers for the beautiful Garrison Savannah at Hastings, as they were responsible for draining the swampland and...

When you think of Barbados, Rugby might not be the first thing that springs to mind but every year this tough-tackling sport is growing in leaps and bounds on this little island paradise.

You can enjoy Rugby all year round in Barbados with regular local matches, annual Tournaments and Championships, as well as international Rugby 7s...

England finally toured in the Caribbean early last year, and it set the tone at Kensington Oval for what followed in the Series. There were 3 Test matches followed by 5 ODIs and 3 T20s. Barbados shared the visitors with Grenada, Antigua, St Lucia, and St Kitts, and it started with an epic match at the Oval. The Barmy Army was in song as...

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