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CARIFTA Games set for historic South American debut in Guyana 2027, followed by Barbados’ return in 2028—after Saint Kitts and Trinidad withdrew, prompting a swift CARICOM intervention to secure the event’s future. NACAC President Mike Sands praised CARICOM leaders for safeguarding “arguably the world’s premier junior athletics event,” while highlighting the immense commitment required from small island nations like Grenada, which hosted twice in three years. Rooted in 1972 and pioneered by Barbadian Austin Sea, the Games remain a vital launchpad for regional youth talent.

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