Playing unbeaten throughout the tournament, UWI Blackbirds etched their name in history when they emerged winners of the inaugural Prime Minister’s Cup 2024. In a pulsating final at Kensington Oval, the Cave Hill-based Blackbirds scored a thrilling 3-2 triumph over Brittons Hill to secure the prestigious title and a grand cash prize of BDS $100,000.
Brittons Hill opened the scoring in the 38th minute with a goal from striker Corey Hoyte. However, Blackbirds’ creative player and tournament MVP Niall Reid-Stephens quickly equalized in the 42nd minute, ensuring the first half ended on level terms. With the scoreline unchanged at the end of regulation time, the match entered extra time where the Blackbirds showcased their resilience and hunger for victory. Jaron Oughterson found the net in the 97th minute, followed by a goal from Romario Drakes in the 101st minute, putting the Blackbirds well ahead. Despite a last-minute goal from Brittons Hill’s Sheran Hoyte in the dying moments, the Blackbirds held their ground to clinch the win.