NEVIS — The highly anticipated 2026 National Bank Primary Schools Football Tournament kicked off thrillingly on Friday, October 9, at the E.T. Willett Park.
Following an inspiring opening ceremony, the island’s youngest football stars took to the pitch to kick off the first round of competition. Action-packed from start to finish, opening day was highlighted by dominant team performances and a major upset in the featured showcase match.
Opening Round Results:
Ivor Walters Primary (1) vs. Nevis Academy (0)
Goal Scorers: Caiden Archibald (IWP – 1)
Maude Cross Preparatory (2) vs. St. James’ Primary (0)
Goal Scorers: Lamar Freeman (MCP – 2)
VOJN (1) vs. Montessori (0)
Goal Scorers: Zander Nisbett (VOJN – 1)
Joycelyn Liburd Primary (4) vs. Elizabeth Pemberton Primary (1)
Goal Scorers: Dylander Swanston (JLPS – 3), Remiel Christmas (JLPS – 1) | K’shard Burton (EPPS – 1)
Match of the Day: Charlestown Primary Dethrones Champions in Opener
In the day’s headline fixture, Charlestown Primary delivered a stunning statement victory by defeating defending champions St. Thomas’ Primary 2–0. Second-half finishes from Josiah Meade and Donte Delpesche sealed the clean-sheet victory for Charlestown Primary, setting an intense tone for the rest of the tournament.
