The Bahamas set to compete at CONCACAF Championship

The CONCACAF (Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football) Beach Soccer Championship is set to take center stage in Nassau, The Bahamas, from March 11-16. A total of eight countries will vie for the prestigious regional title and an opportunity to compete in the FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) Beach Soccer World Cup, set for May 1-11, 2025, in Victoria, Seychelles. Two coveted spots will be up for grabs.

The Malcolm Park Beach Soccer Facility will host this exciting event, drawing teams and fans from across the region. The tournament will feature two groups, each comprising four teams. Group A includes Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica and Guatemala.



Group B features the United States, The Bahamas, Panama and Trinidad and Tobago. The competition will kick off with a round-robin format, where each team will face the others in its group. The top two teams from each group will progress to the knockout stage.

The knockout stage will feature direct elimination semifinals on March 15, and the winners will advance to the final on March 16, while the other two teams will compete for third place. The finalists will not only have a chance to claim the championship trophy but will also secure qualification for the 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup. In the last edition of the CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship, held in 2023, the United States clinched their third title.

They defeated Mexico 5-0 in a decisive final at the Malcolm Park facility. Both teams represented the CONCACAF region at the 2024 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), showcasing the region’s talent on a global stage. The Bahamas Football Association (BFA) has announced the roster for The Bahamas Men’s National Beach Soccer Team, affectionately known as the Junkanoo Boyz.

With a number five ranking in CONCACAF and a number 33 world ranking, the Junkanoo Boyz aim to defend their home turf with pride. They have shown consistent growth, establishing themselves as a formidable force in beach soccer. The Junkanoo Boyz roster includes goalkeepers Michael Butler and Julio Jameson, defenders Lesly St.

Fleur, Kyle Williams, Jean Francois, Dwayne Forbes and Renardo McCullam, along with forwards Brandon Adderley, Peter Julmis, Timothy Munnings, Creven Ferguson and Lekenson Chery. The coaching staff is led by Head Coach Francis Farberoff, of Brazil, supported by Assistant Coach Gavin Christie and Goalkeeper Coach Torin Ferguson. The team management includes Larry Minns as team manager and Cameron Hanna as assistant team manager.

Dr. Sandeep Goud serves as the team’s doctor, with Karen Wert as trainer. Coach Farberoff brings together seasoned players and emerging talent, all driven to elevate The Bahamas’ status in international beach soccer.

The team looks to build on their semifinal appearance from the 2023 championship, which marked their best finish to date. Their strong performance highlighted their skill and determination, and they are now poised to make their mark once again in 2025. The CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship promises thrilling matches and fierce competition.

Fans in Nassau and beyond can look forward to watching these talented teams compete for glory and a chance to represent the region on the world stage. With the stakes high and the passion for beach soccer palpable, the 2025 championship is set to be what can be an unforgettable event..