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Councillor Adaly Ayuso
Sports
Island Football Academy starts receiving applications
Set to start on February 24th, the San Pedro Football Academy is now accepting registration applications for interested children. The sports project is open to all youth (male and female) ages 5-13, and registration starts on January 28th, which includes two sets of jerseys, one for training and the other for the scheduled matches.
Community and Society
San Pedro welcomes 2024 with a lively and fun celebration
The annual activities to usher in the New Year in San Pedro saw many island residents heading to the Honourable Louis Sylvester Sporting Complex to welcome 2024. The yearly extravaganza organized by the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) included an entertainment program featuring locals Deejays (DJ), one of Belize's popular bands, Gilharry 7, and a spectacular fireworks display.
Community and Society
Dia de San Pedro festivities crown new queen; delights thousands with local and international entertainment
During the 2023 Dia de San Pedro festivities, islanders welcomed a new beauty ambassador. The extravaganza opened with the anticipated Miss San Pedro Pageant on Friday, June 30th. Among the five young ladies vying for the title, 22-year-old Mariel Calderon, sponsored by Caribeña Enterprises, was selected as the next island queen and was crowned by outgoing Miss San Pedro Faith Edgar. The festival ended with a spectacular show on Saturday with entertainers from Belize, Mexico, and international talent, DJ Wuazat.
Sports
Island Football Youth League ends with two champions
On Sunday, May 7th, the football teams Young Stars FC and Benifica FC became champions in the U-15 and U-17 divisions, respectively, following the San Pedro Football Youth League championship games. The tournament saw eight teams competing to be the best in each category while developing their talents in the sport.
Community and Society
San Pedro welcomes 2023
On Saturday, December 31st, activities for the countdown started shortly after 10PM with musical performances by Creek Vybration Band and DJ Bigz. Their upbeat rhythms had everyone dancing as they awaited the big countdown. As midnight drew near, Mayor Gualberto 'Wally' Nuñez, joined by Councillor Adaly Ayuso and Miss San Pedro Faith Edgar, took to the stage, and started the countdown to welcome the new year. As islanders and tourists rang in the new year, spectacular fireworks illuminated the skies.
Community and Society
Miss San Pedro candidates introduced via virtual sashing ceremony
The long-awaited Miss San Pedro Pageant is back and will take place virtually on Thursday, September 9th, at Mahogany Bay Village. On Wednesday, August 11th, the pageant committee revealed the six delegates via a virtual live show vying for the crown and becoming the island’s next beauty ambassador.
