Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Sports

Running enthusiasts participate in 501 Run Club’s 10k Road Race

On Saturday, August 31st, the 501 Run Club organized a 10k Road Race starting at 6AM as part of a two-day run series. The race route went from Central Park to El Pescador, north of the bridge and back. At the end of the six-mile race, the top three finishers for six divisions were given medals for their achievement.

San Pedro Pirates draws 0-0 against Progresso FC

The San Pedro Pirates Football Club (FC) returned to the island without a win after a goalless match against Progresso FC on Saturday, August 31st, at the People’s Stadium in Orange Walk Town. The game, part of Week 5 of the Premier League of Belize (PLB), saw the island's premier football team remain in fourth place in the semi-pro national championship.

501 Run Club hosts second annual 5K Glow Run

The community running club 501 Run Club held its second annual 5K Glow Run on Friday, August 30th, at Central Park in San Pedro Town. The event drew many runners of different ages who participated in both male and female categories. At the end of the 3.1-mile race, the top three runners in each category received medals, and organizers encouraged everyone to continue practicing a healthy lifestyle.

San Pedro Pirates draws 2-2 against Wagiya

The San Pedro Pirates Football Club (FC) competed in a thrilling football match against Wagiya FC on Sunday, August 25th, at the Ambergris Stadium. The game, part of Week 4 of the Premier League of Belize, looked promising for the island team. However, in an unexpected turn of events in the match's final minutes, Wagiya overcame San Pedro's defense, resulting in a 2-2 draw.

Terror Squad champions of the 2024 National Amateur Interdistrict Championship

The island’s football club, Terror Squad, etched their name in history on Saturday, August 24th, by clinching the 2024 National Amateur Interdistrict Championship (NAIC) with a resounding 5-1 triumph over EZ Griga Conquerors. The final showdown at the Ambergris Stadium, witnessed by a packed house, was a spectacle that showcased the football prowess of the island boys.

NAIC’s finals will crown a champion in San Pedro this weekend

The National Amateur Interdistrict Championship (NAIC) will conclude on Saturday, August 24th, in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, in a thrilling final football match between Terror Squad and EZ Griga Conquerors. Following the goalless match in the first leg of the finals on August 17th, Terror Squad will now have the advantage of the home game set to start at 7:30PM at the Ambergris Stadium.

Shark Shooters champions of the 2024 Legends Over 35 Cup

On Sunday, August 18th, the Ambergris Stadium hosted the Legends Over 35 Cup finals between Shark Shooters and Tropical Strikers. The last match in this local tournament saw the best of both teams, with Tropical Strikers taking an initial lead. However, at the end of the game, the Shark Shooters proved to be the strongest squad and took home the championship with a solid final game score of 6-2.

San Pedro Pirates fail against Verdes in first home game

Island football fans convened at the Ambergris Stadium on Saturday, August 17th, to support the San Pedro Pirates Football Club (FC) in their first...