August 13, 2026 — The Tobago House of Assembly (THA) is taking a firm stance against the Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) following the controversial vote to omit Tobago institutions—Signal Hill Secondary and promoted Speyside Secondary—from the 2026 Premier Division. Chief Secretary Farley Augustine confirmed that the Assembly is actively examining legal options while exploring the establishment of an independent, dedicated sports league structure for the island’s student-athletes.
The move follows widespread outcry after the SSFL cited inter-island travel expenses and logistical hurdles faced by Trinidad-based teams as the rationale for splitting the top tier.
