ST GEORGE’S, Grenada, April 6, 2026 - NACAC President
Mike Sands has confirmed that no decision has yet been made on the host country
for the next CARIFTA Games, following discussions at the NACAC Congress on Monday.
Sands revealed that while there
were no official bids submitted ahead of the Congress, two member federations, St
Kitts and Nevis and Trinidad and Tobago, have since expressed interest in
staging the region’s premier junior track and field championships.
However, he noted that NACAC was
not in a position to decide at this stage, as the formal bidding
requirements had not yet been met. Both federations have now been asked to
submit the necessary documentation, including letters of guarantee confirming
support from their respective governments and/or sponsors.
“Once those documents are
received, the NACAC Council is expected to make a decision within 14 days,”
Sands explained, indicating that the selection process could move swiftly once
the criteria are satisfied.
Sands also outlined key factors
required to host the CARIFTA Games, emphasising the importance of strong
government backing, financial guarantees, suitable facilities, and the
organisational capacity to deliver a high-quality event. These elements, he
stressed, are important to maintaining the standard and legacy of the Games,
which continue to serve as a vital platform for youth development across the
Caribbean.
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