Sports
San Pedro Pirates crushes Wagiya in first game of PBL Closing Season
The San Pedro Pirates kicked off the Premier League of Belize (PLB) Closing Season with an impressive 4-1 victory over Team Wagiya, hailing from southern Belize. This match and others across the country marked the beginning of the new PLB season on Saturday, January 18th, at Ambergris Stadium.
Sports
Sharks FC are the Island League Champions
The Island League Football Tournament crowned a new champion at the Ambergris Stadium on Saturday, January 11th. The final match of the local tournament had both teams and their fans on edge, as the regulation 90 minutes were not enough to determine a winner. It took an additional 30 minutes of overtime and penalty kicks for Sharks FC to secure a hard-fought victory over Sea Bulls FC.
Sports
Newly renovated basketball court opens at Boca del Rio Beach Park
The basketball court at Boca del Rio Beach Park has been fully renovated, thanks to a partnership between Will Mitchell, RE/MAX Belize Real Estate, and the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC). This project has provided the island's sporting community with a brand-new basketball court, complete with new rims and bleachers, creating a safe and engaging environment for the island's youth.
Sports
Ramon’s Village Resort, champions of the 2024 Inter-Office Football Tournament
The Inter-Office Football Tournament concluded on Sunday, December 22nd, culminating in an exciting match where Team Ramon’s Village Resort emerged as this year’s champions. The final game of the season took place at Ambergris Stadium, where football fans were entertained with two exhibition matches prior to the main event.
Sports
Inter-Office Football Tournament heading to finals; Island League to semi-finals
The Inter-Office Football Tournament championship game is scheduled for Sunday, December 22nd, at the Ambergris Stadium. The match will commence at 8PM and feature Team Ramon’s Village against Alaia.
Sports
San Pedro High School girls’ basketball team crowned 2024 NSSSA champions
The female basketball team of San Pedro High School (SPHS) has won the national basketball championship organized by the National Secondary Schools Sports Association (NSSSA). The school administration is celebrating this achievement, as it marks the third national championship title for the San Pedro girls. They first became national champions in 2017 and won again in 2019.
Community and Society
Reel Belize and Reel Women encourage women’s involvement in fly fishing
Reel Belize is a premier fishing and adventure company based in San Pedro, Belize, catering to experienced anglers and novices. Founded by Lori-Ann Murphy, a well-known figure in the fly-fishing community, the company offers customized fishing experiences tailored to individual preferences. Since her arrival in 2009, Murphy has emphasized creating unique packages that allow clients to target various fish species while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Belize's waters.
Sports
San Pedro’s Jesus ‘Levi’ Contreras finishes second in Placencia’s End of the World half-marathon
Islander Jesus ‘Levi’ Contreras, the Yellow Flash of Belize, returned to Placencia, southern Belize, to defend his title at this year’s annual Placencia End of the World Marathon, which was held on Sunday, December 8th. Representing his island home with Team Splash, Contreras completed the half-marathon portion of the race in second place, with an official time of 01:14:14. George Choc followed him with a time of 01:25:17. At the same time, Albert Davis claimed first place in the half-marathon with an official clock time of 01:13:38.
