Sports

Sports November 21, 2007

Reaching for the World Cup

Belize prepares for the World Cup eliminations with a national team practice, but faces challenges due to player attendance and lack of a FIFA certified stadium.

Sports November 2, 2007

Big Bucks for Strong Arms

A strength competition with $10,000 in prizes will take place at the City Center featuring various weight classes and fitness challenges.

Sports October 22, 2007

Hero's Welcome for Special Olympians

Four special athletes returned home from the Special Olympics in Shanghai with one gold and three bronze medals, receiving a hero's welcome.

Sports October 9, 2007

Marion Jones Surrenders Medals to Olympic Committee

Marion Jones has returned her Olympic medals amid controversy over doping and potential financial repercussions from the International Association of Athletics Federation.

Sports October 5, 2007

Marion Jones Pleads Guilty

Marion Jones pleaded guilty to steroid use and admitted to lying to federal investigators, facing potential prison time and loss of Olympic medals.

Sports October 5, 2007

Belizeans React to Marion Jones' Guilty Plea

Belizeans express mixed feelings of disappointment and support for Marion Jones following her guilty plea for steroid use.

Sports October 4, 2007

Marion Jones Admits to Steroid Use

Marion Jones has admitted to using performance enhancing steroids, which may lead to the loss of her Olympic medals and possible jail time.

Sports September 28, 2007

Only Strongmen Need Apply

The second annual Strong Man and Female Volleyball Competition will take place at Old Belize to raise funds for the Salvation Army.

Sports September 26, 2007

Belizean Athletes Depart for Special Olympics

Four Belizean athletes departed for the Special Olympics World Games in Shanghai, China, following a spirited sendoff at the BDF Coast Guard compound.

Sports September 24, 2007

Independence Day Letdown

Belize's under 16 football team lost to Guatemala 3 to 2 on Independence Day after leading 2 nil at halftime.

Sports September 20, 2007

Panama Shells Belize 4-1 in Opening Night of UNCAF U16 Championships

Belize lost to Panama 4-1 in their opening match of the Central American Under 16 Championships at the MCC Grounds.

Sports September 14, 2007

BDF & Police Carry 'Flame of Hope' for Special Athletes

Belizean athletes prepare for international events as BDF and police carry the 'flame of hope' to raise awareness for the Special Olympics.