Welcome Home, Champions!

Today, our Age Group Selection Team & Coaches return home — and we couldn't be prouder. You've represented us with passion, dedication and true sportsmanship. Let’s all give them the warmest welcome they deserve for their hard work, commitment and unforgettable performances. 🙌👏 We’re proud of you — and we’re just getting started! 💪🔥

🇦🇼 Team Aruba is Ready for NACAC Age Group Championships

A Special Opportunity to Train on the Track.

Yesterday, our NACAC Age Group Selection 2025 had the incredible opportunity to practice their relay exchanges at the National Guillermo Prospero Trinidad Stadium, just days before departing for the big Championship in Nicaragua this Thursday. The Aruba Athletic Federation (AAF) would like to extend a heartful thank you to Minister of Sports Mrs. mr. Gerlien [...]

Team Aruba is heading to Nicaragua

Our amazing Team Aruba athletes are ready to take on the 5th NACAC U13 & U15 Age Group Championships. These young stars have trained with courage, passion and unstoppable determination — and now it’s their time to shine!   📍 Location: Managua, Nicaragua 📅 Dates: July 5–6, 2025   Let’s meet the team: Zailha Lanoy Team: Olympia [...]

Aruba’s Age Group Athletes Gear Up for Nicaragua with Team Spirit and Inspiration

Today was a special day for the eight talented athletes who will proudly represent Aruba at the upcoming Age Group Championship in Nicaragua. They gathered for a fun and meaningful get-together, where they received their official team uniforms and heard powerful words of encouragement from Eljoenai and Wyndell, two former age group athletes who once [...]

Age Group Championship – Info Session Highlights

We’re getting closer to the Age Group Championship in Managua, Nicaragua and the excitement is building. Yesterday, the AAF Board hosted an information session for our qualified athletes, their parents and their Team President to go over all the key details for the upcoming trip. This session was all about making sure our athletes feel [...]

Age Group Qualification Test 2025 – Recap

From June 3rd to 6th, our talented young athletes competed in the Age Group Qualification Test 2025 for the Pentathlon U13 and Heptathlon U15.  It was a 4-day event full of energy, excitement and determination! 🗓️ Event Highlights: Day 1: Long Jump & Shot Put Day 2: High Jump Day 3: Baseball Throw & Long [...]

AGE GROUP CHAMPIONSHIPS – NICARAGUA 2025

🏃‍♂️ AGE GROUP CHAMPIONSHIPS NICARAGUA 2025 📍 Location: Managua, Nicaragua 📅 Dates: July 5–6, 2025 🧒🏽 Category: Boys & Girls – Age 11–14 🌎 Region: NACAC (North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association) About the Event The NACAC Age Group Championships is a prestigious international competition that brings together young athletes (ages 11–14) from […]

Kids Athletics Celebration Ends with Joy, Team Spirit, and Action at Playa Pabou

Day 3 Recap – Running, Jumping, Throwing… and Smiling! The final day of the Kids Athletics Celebration took place under the sunny skies of Playa Pabou, where children came together to show off the skills they developed throughout the program. It was a day full of energy, joy, and personal achievement, a true celebration of [...]

Kids Athletics – Day 2 Focuses on Skills Development and Leadership Preparation

Workshop Recap & Getting Ready for Celebration Day Day 2 of the Kids Athletics program brought together all facilitators and volunteers for an in-depth workshop in preparation for the upcoming Kids Athletics Celebration Day. Led by facilitators Rudolph Simon and Roberto Chavarria, the session centered on understanding young athletes' fundamental movement skills and developmental needs, [...]