CFU Launches Fifth Edition of CFU Next Generation Referee Course

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (CFU) — Twenty-four match officials representing 15
Member Associations will sharpen their skills during the 2026 edition of the CFU Next
Generation Referee Course, to be held in St. Kitts from January 16–18, 2026.
The intensive three-day program focuses on technical proficiency, physical fitness, and personal
development. Delivery will be led by FIFA Fitness Refereeing Instructor and CFU Referees
Committee Member Kelesha Antoine; FIFA Technical Instructor Dianne Ferreira-James;
Concacaf Technical Instructor Ishan Philip; and Concacaf Fitness Instructor Rohan Thobourne.
Dave Meikle, CFU Committee Member, serves as Course Administrator.

Following the in-person introductory module, training transitions to an online format, with
instructors designing a bespoke training and mentorship program for participants. Those who
demonstrate excellence will earn appointments to the CFU U-14 Challenge Series, at which
point in-person training resumes.

Launched in 2022, Next Gen, as it is commonly called, was established to strengthen referee
development across the Caribbean. It targets high-performing match officials within Member
Associations who meet the prerequisites for progression to the FIFA International Referees List.
The tripartite initiative is supported by CFU Member Associations and Concacaf.
Head of Refereeing at the St. Kitts and Nevis Football Association, Graeme Browne, welcomed
the opportunity to contribute to regional referee development.

“During our most recent referee recruitment drive, we branded the initiative ‘Finding the Next
Generation of Soccer Referees.’ What began as a local effort has evolved into a regional
partnership, as the SKNFA and its Refereeing Department proudly join the CFU in developing
the next generation of referees,” Browne said.

“On behalf of the SKNFA, and in my capacity as Head of Refereeing, I am delighted to welcome
our young male and female referees to St. Kitts and Nevis for the 2026 CFU Next Gen Referee
Course. This program represents the future of officiating, not only for your respective countries,
but for the CFU region as a whole,” Browne added.

“Hosting this course underscores our commitment to developing the next generation of match
officials. It will equip participants with the tools, guidance, and mentorship necessary to become
confident, knowledgeable, and professional referees. We are confident that their time here will
be both educational and inspiring, and that it will play a meaningful role in their continued
development.” CFU Next Generation Referee Course Class of 2026

1 Kaevahn Hawley Anguilla M REF
2 Venejae Hunkins Anguilla F AR
3 Jevon- je Victory Anguilla M REF
4 Robert Emmanuel Antigua and Barbuda M AR
5 Teyarni Mourillon Antigua and Barbuda M AR
6 Curt Thompson Bahamas M AR
7 Darian Scantlebury Barbados M REF
8 Sar Smith Bermuda M REF
9 Joshua Hurst Cayman Islands M AR
10 Steven Wellington Cayman Islands M REF
11 Kayode Matthew Dominica M REF
12 Carlina Cruz Dominican Republic F REF
13 Shennett Phillip Grenada M REF
14 Alliyah Antigua Guyana F AR
15 Sherwin Alli Guyana M REF
16 Monique Williams Jamaica F REF
17 Keron Wilson Jamaica M REF
18 Gladys Namrit Martinique F REF
19 Zoend Browne St. Kitts and Nevis M REF
20 Jody Walters St. Kitts and Nevis M REF
21 Jabari Trotman St. Kitts and Nevis M REF
22 Chifanie Pinas Suriname F REF
23 Shawn Gonzales Trinidad and Tobago M REF
24 Odile Brewster Trinidad and Tobago M AR