Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Sports

Former San Pedro footballer Horace Avila Jr. signs with Mexican professional club Tepatitlán FC

From the San Pedro Pirates Football Club (FC) to the United States and now Mexico, Horace Avila Jr. has shown that Belizean footballers can compete on the international stage through dedication and hard work. The Belizean forward is beginning a new chapter in his career after signing with Tepatitlán FC, a professional club competing in Mexico's Liga de Expansión MX (second division).

Female Football Tournament Heads to Championship Final

After weeks of competitive football at the Ambergris Stadium, the Female First Division Championship is set to crown its 2026 champions on Friday, July 17th. The title match will feature Pirates FC against Bay City FC following their hard-fought victories in the semi-finals on Sunday, July 12th.

Two San Pedro Tiger Sharks Players Earn NEBL Regular Season Honors

As the 2026 National Elite Basketball League (NEBL) season heads into its championship game, the league has recognized several standout players with individual regular-season awards. Among the honorees were two members of the San Pedro Tiger Sharks, Brian White and Edward Hampton, whose performances helped lead the team to the semi-finals. White was recognized for averaging a league-leading 13.5 rebounds per game, earning the Most Rebounds per Game award. According to NEBL statistics, he collected 130 total rebounds during the regular season, showcasing his dominance on the boards and physical presence in the paint.

Sea Bulls FC Opens NAIC Campaign with 1-0 Victory Over Yo Creek United

San Pedro's Sea Bulls FC opened its 2026 National Amateur Inter-District Competition (NAIC) journey with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Yo Creek United FC on Sunday, July 5, earning three valuable points in its first match of the season.

Female Football Action Continues as Pirates FC and C20FD Record Victories

The island's women's football tournament continued this week at Ambergris Stadium, showcasing the growing talent of local women footballers. Fans were treated to two competitive matches featuring Pirates FC against Bay City FC and C20FD against Fusion Flames.

Brazil Claims U15 and U17 Titles in San Pedro Youth Football Tournament

The San Pedro Town Council's Youth Football Tournament concluded on Friday, June 26th, at Ambergris Stadium. Team Brazil captured both the Under-15 and Under-17 championship titles after 12 weeks of competition.

National Amateur Interdistrict Championship Set to Kick Off in Early July

The National Amateur Interdistrict Championship (NAIC) is set to kick off on July 4th, bringing together 12 of Belize's top amateur football clubs. Among the participating teams is San Pedro's Sea Bulls FC, which will proudly represent Ambergris Caye in the national competition.

San Pedro Volleyball Association Launches Free Summer Camp for Youth

The San Pedro Volleyball Association will host a free beach volleyball summer camp for children ages 7 to 15 on July 14th, 15th, 21st, and 23rd at Boca del Rio Beach near the bridge. The camp will run from 5PM to 6:30PM on each scheduled day, with registration closing on July 8 at 4PM.