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A Powerful Start to 2026 for United Through Sport in Saint Lucia

February 2026 marked an energising and impactful start to the year for United Through Sport Saint Lucia. With the arrival of new international volunteers and a full calendar of grassroots, school and performance programmes underway, the month showcased exactly how sport is transforming lives across the island.

From preschool beach sessions to national tournaments, here’s what impact looked like in February.

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International Volunteers Represent at Caribbean Carnival Rugby 7s

United Through Sport Caribbean was proud to see its volunteers take part in the 2025 Caribbean Carnival Rugby 7s, held over two high-energy days, Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd August, at the Gros Islet Mini Stadium in Saint Lucia.

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Boats on Wheels Returns in 2025: Expanding Access to Sailing for Saint Lucian Youth

Boats on Wheels makes its return in 2025, building on the success of previous years with a renewed commitment to expanding access to sailing for young people across Saint Lucia.

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Miles for Smiles: Swim Challenge Raises over £1000 for Youth Development in Saint Lucia

Rather than taking the common approach of running a targeted distance, this group took on a new challenge: the initiative brought together 21 volunteers who collectively swam nearly 20 miles, exceeding the original target of swimming the 14-mile width of the island.

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Physiotherapy Clinic: Back in Action for Saint Lucian Athletes

In Saint Lucia, sports physiotherapy is still a developing field, and access to qualified professionals remains limited. Through our Sports Physiotherapy Internship Programme, UTS is working to bridge this gap.

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Finding a Family Between the Posts: The Impact of United Through Sport’s Weekly Goalkeepers Clinic

Launched by former intern and passionate goalkeeper Gijs Spaling, this initiative has grown from a small, grassroots effort into a thriving island-wide clinic, offering weekly, specialised training tailored specifically for different age groups in a challenging yet fun atmosphere.

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Saint Lucian Runners Qualify for Caribbean Wide Competition

The Soufriere Mini Stadium was alive with energy this past weekend as Saint Lucia hosted its highly anticipated National Track & Field Race. Young athletes from across the island gathered to showcase their speed, endurance, and determination in a packed schedule of events, ranging from explosive 60m sprints to grueling 5000m long-distance races.

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A Joyful Session with Collective Kids and Memorial Preschool

Physical education is about more than just movement, it’s a chance for young children to explore, imagine, and express themselves through play. Our recent PE session with Collective Kids and Memorial Preschool was a perfect example of how creativity and activity go hand in hand.

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Saint Lucian u16 Football Team Perform Stunningly Against UK College

A series of competitive matches allowed both teams to learn from each other’s strengths. Initially, the UK players struggled to contain the unpredictable nature of the Saint Lucian attack. Conversely, the local team found it challenging to maintain defensive organisation against the structured UK approach.

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Past United Through Sport Volunteer Launches Own Company

Hear from Nade Ward, one of our previous volunteers in Saint Lucia, and how he continues to give back to United Through Sport through his company Socker Share. “In 2019, I took part in a football coaching volunteer project for United Through Sport. I visited the incredible country of Saint Lucia, in the hope of

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