Potential “Security Risk” Forces Blackheart Fixtures Postponement

Blackheart Productions Chief Executive Officer David “Shakes” Christopher has disclosed the factors that led his organization to postpone the October 27 fixtures in the 20th edition of the Blackheart Football Tournament. Two matches—Soufriere vs. Choiseul and Canaries vs. Vieux Fort North—were scheduled to take place at the Soufriere Mini Stadium but were postponed by management. There was significant hype and anticipation leading up to Sunday’s games. Reports indicate that Blackheart Productions collaborated with several local stakeholders, including the Soufriere Regional Development Foundation, to ensure a smooth event. Vendors had stocked up on Creole-themed produce, prepared to sell at the games, but their efforts were ultimately in vain. The postponement also followed an exciting start to this year’s Blackheart competition. On Friday night, two thrilling matches saw Marchand upset three-time champions Dennery on penalties, and Roseau defeated Desruisseaux 1-0.  At an emergency press conference on Monday, CEO Christopher indicated that law enforcement had deemed the mass-crowd event a potential security risk due to stretched resources for Jounen Kwéyòl activities. Christopher extended apologies to stakeholders impacted by the postponement. “I want to apologise to the patrons, to the footballers…this sporting family, and I also want to apologize to all the persons who...