LOCAL SPORTS July 2 26

LOCAL SPORTS July 2 26

Karthik Adapa is gearing up for another major international stage — Cayman Gymnastics confirms he’ll represent the Islands at the 2026 CAC Games in Santo Domingo. The young standout is coming off the Pan Am Championships in Rio and is ready for the next step. A massive moment for Cayman basketball — the men’s 3x3 squad stuns host nation Chile at the FIBA Youth Nations League. CIBA President Collin Anglin calls it a true David‑and‑Goliath win. Cayman Women’s Rugby hits the road this weekend, heading to Bermuda for an international test match. Fifteen players travel, including eight graduates of the U18 Girls Program — a big milestone for the growing women’s game.

6 PM NEWS- 2 JULY 2026

Coming up in the news: A new Auditor General report shows public service pay hit $3.1 billion over five years. Two Grand Court jury trials began to wrap as juries are set to begin deliberations as early as tomorrow. Plus, the Portfolio of the Civil Service gets a new Chief Officer. And, the government wants your opinion on cannabis legislation reform. That and more in your evening news.

8 AM News 2 Jul 2026

Cayman Islands families will keep more money in their pockets this summer, with higherduty-free allowances for returning residents; it’s your chance to weigh in on cannabis reform; and two men have been charged in connection with the importation of ganja and illegal landing in the Cayman Islands.

7 AM News 2 Jul 2026

Construction is officially underway at Birch Tree Heights; MPs approve extra funding forthe Cayman Airways 2026 budget; and police are searching for 39‑year‑old Andy Myles.

LOCAL SPORTS July 1st 26

A massive throw from Cayman’s own Gabriella Linton — the Carifta medalist smashes her national U18 shot put record on Day 1 of the Junior & Senior Championships. The rising star continues to raise the bar. Two Cayman gymnasts are Commonwealth‑bound — Justin Spencer and Sienna Santiago punch their tickets to Glasgow 2026 after standout performances on the regional stage. Cayman Flag Football makes history on the regional stageand the result sends Cayman straight to next year’s Olympic qualifier. CIBA’s inaugural 5K Walk‑Run is already paying off — the fundraiser is helping Cayman’s U17 boys basketball team get to Orlando for elite AAU competition. Hear how the community stepped up and what it means for the national program.