DFA Academy Football Festival set for June 27 in Dominica, offering young players a platform to showcase talent and earn selection to the national academy.
Dominica: The Dominica Football Association (DFA) has announced that it is organising a youth development tournament, the DFA Academy Football Festival, as part of the Association’s greater efforts to strengthen youth development across the country and provide a platform for the players to showcase their talent and build confidence.
The DFA Academy Football Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 8 p.m., at the DFA Technical Centre in Stockfarm, Roseau. This event has been organised by the Association’s Technical Department, through the collaboration with Restore Caribbean Lives and First Baptist Church Indian Trail, North Carolina, and the sponsorship of J. Astaphan & Co. Ltd.
The Football Association has shared that the tournament is targeting young players aged 6 to 15 years from accredited academies across the island, promising it to be an “exciting day of football, fun, friendship, and competition.” Moreover, it has also revealed that talented players will be scouted to be selected for the prestigious DFA National Academy.
Players will also be awarded with different gifts to recognise their talent and dedication and encourage participation.
The DFA has taken to Facebook to inform the players and citizens about the upcoming festival, inviting the public to show up and celebrate the footballers as they give their all and showcase their talent and skills on the field.
In the post, the Football Association wrote, “This festival will give our young players the opportunity to enjoy the game, meet other players, build confidence, and showcase their talent as part of their continued development. Come celebrate our young stars as colours, talent, passion, and purpose come together on one field! DFA Academy Football Festival — where the future of football shines.”
Showing full support for this initiative, a few citizens have taken to the comment section to praise the DFA’s efforts to foster talent and advance the sports in the country.