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Coach 'Cass' honoured for 30 years to local football

Cassandra Gregg was honoured on February 25, 2023, for her contribution to football in the Virgin Islands for some 30 years. Photo: Provided
Coach Cassandra Gregg has been coaching youth football for years. Photo: Provided
Coach Cassandra Gregg has been coaching youth football for years. Photo: Provided
EAST END, Tortola, VI- The second of two Women’s Football Festivals saw veteran football coach Ms Cassandra Gregg being honoured for her 30 years of football service to the Virgin Islands.

The second leg of the festival was held on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the football field in Greenland, Tortola.where a strong participation of women and young girls was received, despite the persistent rainfall.

The ladies and the Women's Committee of the BVI Football Association also did very well to keep the planned honouring of Coach Gregg a top secret.

According to Mr Dean H. Greenaway aka 'The Sportsman', Gregg has earned the respect of both males and females due to her unwavering commitment to the sport.

“Coach Cass is very loved, very committed and she has been doing this for more than 30 years. Should we honour her next week? I think we should honour her today, what you all think?” Greenaway said as the surprise was pounced on Gregg.

Ms Gregg was presented with a banner with the words 'Thank You' and was also given a plaque.

'Grateful'

In a state of shock and humility, Coach Cass said, “I am very grateful for this. I love what I do and I will continue to do what I am doing with or without money. I do not look for awards. I really don’t take things from people but I appreciate this venture, thanks to all who are involved,” she said in response.

Present to witness the honouring were Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL) and Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8).

14 Responses to “Coach 'Cass' honoured for 30 years to local football”

  • Yayy (27/02/2023, 13:56) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    Woot woot !!!
  • resident (27/02/2023, 14:15) Like (12) Dislike (0) Reply
    Don't think I know you but congrats. For a woman to be doing this for 30 yrs That is some serious commitment and dedication. Continue in your good works to uplift the youths.Bless up.
  • HMMM (27/02/2023, 14:20) Like (4) Dislike (11) Reply
    She needs to be a little more cautious when driving that bus,she almost hit my car cause she wasn't holding her side of the road SMH
  • god is watching (27/02/2023, 14:54) Like (1) Dislike (26) Reply
    Sorry for asking, but is that a woman?
    • @god is watching (27/02/2023, 15:40) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
      And he sees your evil heart. Go sit down with your jealous self. Trying to be relevant.
    • What is it to you (27/02/2023, 16:34) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      Maybe if you read the story instead of looking at the picture you would know the answer to your question. Everywhere in the story they refer to the person as HER (meaning female).
    • WHY? (27/02/2023, 16:35) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      The story refers to the honoree as she, she, she. What do you think?
  • Ken P (27/02/2023, 15:06) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well deserved.
  • tola (27/02/2023, 16:15) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    She need to take her time while driving the fifa bus
    • @tola (27/02/2023, 17:29) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Ok, thank you!! I dont see why people disliked my comment lol cause i said she almost hit my car . Yes, congrats to her, but she needs to drive with caution. Simple
  • Tortola (27/02/2023, 19:06) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well deserved! Congrats Cass
  • kudos (27/02/2023, 19:24) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well deserved. Coach Cass coached both of my children who are now 28 and 20. Not only is she committed to soccer/football, she is also committed to the children and treats them with caring and respect.
  • asura (28/02/2023, 08:05) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    she means well but has an attitude, but this honor was well deserved
  • blacks (28/02/2023, 13:16) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations ???? my girl ????


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