2009 TT Pro League
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The 2009 TT Pro League season (known as the Digicel
Pro League for sponsorship reasons) was the eighth season of the TT Pro League since its establishment in 2002. A total of 11 teams contested the league, with San Juan Jabloteh
the defending champions. The season began on 8 May, with Super Friday, and ended on 27 October. The format of the season was changed from each club playing three rounds to two rounds in the regular season to facilitate the national team
with its attempt to qualify
for the 2010 FIFA World Cup
.
Police
were readmitted into the league following a one-year absence, whereas South End
were admitted as a new club. However, North East Stars
withdrew siting the state of their home ground, Sangre Grande Recreational Ground
, for the past few years as the cause to sit out the season. The Sangre Grande Boys stated that they intend to return to the league for 2010. Furthermore, Caledonia AIA changed the name of the club to Caledonia AIA
of Morvant/Laventille
.
The first goal of the season was scored by Caledonia AIA
's Walter Moore
against Joe Public
in the second minute of the first game on 8 May. Kendall Velox
of Caledonia AIA scored the first hat-trick
of the season against Police
on 23 May. Kerry Baptiste
won the Golden Boot by providing 35 goals for Joe Public
on their way to becoming league champions.
On 12 September, Joe Public
used a 2–1 win over W Connection
at Manny Ramjohn Stadium
to clinch the regular season crown on 41 points. San Juan Jabloteh
, Caledonia AIA
, W Connection, Ma Pau
, and Defence Force all qualified for the Big Six. On 24 October, Joe Public
claimed the league title with a 1–1 draw against Caledonia AIA
. The achievement marked their second Pro League title with the first coming in the 2006 season. Having finished as the league champion, Joe Public
qualified for the 2010 CFU Club Championship
. By finishing runners-up in the league, San Juan Jabloteh
also qualified for the CFU Club Championship.
With a 8–0 loss to W Connection
on 1 September, Police
finished bottom in the league. The club had a disappointing campaign having only recorded nine points with a -48 goal difference. However, on 8 January 2010, United Petrotrin
announced that they had pulled the club from the Pro League. As a result, Police
were reprieved from relegation and remained in the Pro League for the 2010 season.
:
Distribution took place on 7 April 2010, at Cascadia Hotel in St. Ann's
, Trinidad
, prior to the 2010 season.
Joe Public
took home the majority of the league honours. Eastern Lion Kerry Baptiste
was named the league's Player of the Year for the first time in his career, by providing 35 league goals. Baptiste also received the Golden Boot and was named the Best Forward. Joe Public coach Derek King became the youngest coach in the Pro League to win the league championship. In addition, Joe Public
's Alejandro Figueroa
, Trent Noel
, and Keyeno Thomas
were named the league's Best Goalkeeper, Best Midfielder, and Best Defender respectively. The remaining team award was won by Caledonia AIA
for the Most Disciplined Team of the Year. FIFA
international referee, Neal Brizan, won the Referee of the Year for the third consecutive year, whereas Boris Punch won the Match Commissioner of the Year in back-to-back years.
Digicel
Digicel is a mobile phone network provider covering parts of Oceania, Central America, and the Caribbean regions. The company is owned by Irishman Denis O'Brien, is incorporated in Bermuda, and based in Jamaica. It provides mobile services in 26 countries and territories throughout the Caribbean...
Pro League for sponsorship reasons) was the eighth season of the TT Pro League since its establishment in 2002. A total of 11 teams contested the league, with San Juan Jabloteh
San Juan Jabloteh
San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
the defending champions. The season began on 8 May, with Super Friday, and ended on 27 October. The format of the season was changed from each club playing three rounds to two rounds in the regular season to facilitate the national team
Trinidad and Tobago national football team
The Trinidad and Tobago national football team, nicknamed The Soca Warriors, is the national team of Trinidad and Tobago and is run by the Trinidad and Tobago Football Federation. It reached the first round of the 2006 FIFA World Cup Finals...
with its attempt to qualify
2010 FIFA World Cup qualification (CONCACAF)
The CONCACAF qualification stage for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa consisted of 35 national teams competing for the three berths given automatically to CONCACAF by FIFA. The United States, Mexico and Honduras qualified...
for the 2010 FIFA World Cup
2010 FIFA World Cup
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010...
.
Police
Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago)
Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
were readmitted into the league following a one-year absence, whereas South End
FC South End
FC South End is a soccer team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Point Fortin/La Brea and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad.-Current squad:-Management:...
were admitted as a new club. However, North East Stars
North East Stars
The North East Stars are a professional football team, which currently plays in Trinidad and Tobago's Pro League. The team currently plays in Sangre Grande Regional Complex, in Sangre Grande, Trinidad.-History:...
withdrew siting the state of their home ground, Sangre Grande Recreational Ground
Sangre Grande Regional Complex
Sangre Grande Regional Complex is a multi-use stadium in Sangre Grande, Trinidad and Tobago. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of North East Stars. The stadium holds 7,000 people....
, for the past few years as the cause to sit out the season. The Sangre Grande Boys stated that they intend to return to the league for 2010. Furthermore, Caledonia AIA changed the name of the club to Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
of Morvant/Laventille
Laventille
-Etymology:The name Laventille hearkens back to colonial times, especially when the French dominated the cultural traditions of the island. One etymological derivation of the name is due to the fact that the northeast trade winds come to this part of the Island of Trinidad before it reached any...
.
The first goal of the season was scored by Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
's Walter Moore
Walter Moore (footballer)
Walter Moore is a Guyanese footballer who currently plays for Charlotte Eagles in the USL Professional Division, on loan from Caledonia AIA of the Trinidad and Tobago TT Pro League.-Club:...
against Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
in the second minute of the first game on 8 May. Kendall Velox
Kendall Velox
Kendall Velox is a retired Vincentian footballer who represented St Vincent & Grenadines at international level.-Career:...
of Caledonia AIA scored the first hat-trick
Hat-trick
A hat-trick or hat trick in sport is the achievement of a positive feat three times during a game, or other achievements based on threes. The term was first used in 1858 in cricket to describe HH Stephenson's feat of taking three wickets in three balls. A collection was held for Stephenson, and he...
of the season against Police
Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago)
Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
on 23 May. Kerry Baptiste
Kerry Baptiste
Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:...
won the Golden Boot by providing 35 goals for Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
on their way to becoming league champions.
On 12 September, Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
used a 2–1 win over W Connection
W Connection
Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
at Manny Ramjohn Stadium
Manny Ramjohn Stadium
The Manny Ramjohn Stadium, located in Marabella , Trinidad and Tobago, is named for long-distance runner Manny Ramjohn, the first person to win a gold medal for Trinidad and Tobago in a major international sporting event. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 FIFA U-17 World Cup which was...
to clinch the regular season crown on 41 points. San Juan Jabloteh
San Juan Jabloteh
San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
, Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
, W Connection, Ma Pau
Ma Pau SC
Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :...
, and Defence Force all qualified for the Big Six. On 24 October, Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
claimed the league title with a 1–1 draw against Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
. The achievement marked their second Pro League title with the first coming in the 2006 season. Having finished as the league champion, Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
qualified for the 2010 CFU Club Championship
2010 CFU Club Championship
--------- Group B :All matches hosted in Puerto Rico. Officially, Bayamón played as visitor in the first leg.----- Group C :All matches hosted in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.--------- Group D :All matches hosted in Guyana....
. By finishing runners-up in the league, San Juan Jabloteh
San Juan Jabloteh
San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
also qualified for the CFU Club Championship.
With a 8–0 loss to W Connection
W Connection
Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
on 1 September, Police
Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago)
Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
finished bottom in the league. The club had a disappointing campaign having only recorded nine points with a -48 goal difference. However, on 8 January 2010, United Petrotrin
United Petrotrin
United Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
announced that they had pulled the club from the Pro League. As a result, Police
Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago)
Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
were reprieved from relegation and remained in the Pro League for the 2010 season.
Changes from 2008
The following changes were made since the 2008 season2008 TT Pro League
The 2008 TT Pro League was the seventh season of the Pro League since its establishment in 2002. A total of 10 teams took part in the league, with San Juan Jabloteh the defending champions...
:
- The Pro League signed a sponsorship deal with DigicelDigicelDigicel is a mobile phone network provider covering parts of Oceania, Central America, and the Caribbean regions. The company is owned by Irishman Denis O'Brien, is incorporated in Bermuda, and based in Jamaica. It provides mobile services in 26 countries and territories throughout the Caribbean...
and is now known as the Digicel Pro League. - The number of rounds in the regular season was reduced from three to two to compensate the national teamTrinidad and Tobago national football teamThe Trinidad and Tobago national football team, nicknamed The Soca Warriors, is the national team of Trinidad and Tobago and is run by the Trinidad and Tobago Football Federation. It reached the first round of the 2006 FIFA World Cup Finals...
's attempt to qualify2010 FIFA World Cup qualification (CONCACAF)The CONCACAF qualification stage for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa consisted of 35 national teams competing for the three berths given automatically to CONCACAF by FIFA. The United States, Mexico and Honduras qualified...
for the 2010 FIFA World Cup2010 FIFA World CupThe 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010...
. - There were a number of changes to the clubs competing in the 2009 season.
- South EndFC South EndFC South End is a soccer team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Point Fortin/La Brea and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad.-Current squad:-Management:...
, a new club based in Point FortinPoint FortinPoint Fortin, the smallest Borough in Trinidad and Tobago, is located in southwestern Trinidad, about southwest of San Fernando. After the discovery of petroleum in the area in 1906 the town grew into a major oil-producing centre. The town grew with the oil industry between the 1940s and 1980s,...
were admitted into the league. - North East StarsNorth East StarsThe North East Stars are a professional football team, which currently plays in Trinidad and Tobago's Pro League. The team currently plays in Sangre Grande Regional Complex, in Sangre Grande, Trinidad.-History:...
withdrew from the league and will return in 2010. - PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
were readmitted after sitting out the 2008 season. - Caledonia AIA changed the name of the club to Caledonia AIACaledonia AIACaledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
of Morvant/LaventilleLaventille-Etymology:The name Laventille hearkens back to colonial times, especially when the French dominated the cultural traditions of the island. One etymological derivation of the name is due to the fact that the northeast trade winds come to this part of the Island of Trinidad before it reached any...
. - The Trinidad and Tobago U-20 national teamTrinidad and Tobago national football teamThe Trinidad and Tobago national football team, nicknamed The Soca Warriors, is the national team of Trinidad and Tobago and is run by the Trinidad and Tobago Football Federation. It reached the first round of the 2006 FIFA World Cup Finals...
were admitted to the Pro League to prepare for the 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup2009 FIFA U-20 World CupThe 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup, was the 17th U-20 tournament, which was hosted by Egypt from 24 September to 16 October, in the cities of Cairo, Alexandria, Port Said, Suez and Ismaïlia...
in EgyptEgyptEgypt , officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, Arabic: , is a country mainly in North Africa, with the Sinai Peninsula forming a land bridge in Southwest Asia. Egypt is thus a transcontinental country, and a major power in Africa, the Mediterranean Basin, the Middle East and the Muslim world...
, but eventually did not enter. - Applications for admission by Marabella Flames, FC Phoenix and St. Clair Coaching School to join the Pro League were rejected.
- South End
- The Pro BowlTrinidad and Tobago Pro BowlThe Trinidad and Tobago Pro Bowl, or commonly known as the Digicel Pro Bowl, is a knockout football tournament for teams in the Pro League. The competition is played during November and December each season. The Pro Bowl began without a sponsor in 2004 under the name of Pro League Pro Bowl for the...
was shifted to close off the 2009 calendar in November and December with new branding partner Digicel following a pullout by former sponsors Courts Trinidad and Tobago Limited. - A new knockout tournament called the Lucozade Sport Goal ShieldTrinidad and Tobago Goal ShieldThe Trinidad and Tobago Goal Shield is a knockout tournament competition for teams in the Pro League played in July and August each year. The structure of the competition not only allows the winner and runner-up healthy purses at the end of the tournament, but more so give an added incentive for...
took place in May and June with a unique prize money system. As a result, Lucozade Sport will no longer sponsor the Big Six.
Competition format
The format for the 2009 season was as follows:- The season began on 8 May and ended on 27 October with the crowning of the league champion.
- During the regular season, each club competed against every other club twice, home and away, for a total of 20 games.
- Each match saw the winning club awarded three league points, or in the case of a draw, the clubs receive one point each.
- The top six clubs with the most league points after 20 games qualified for the Pro League Big Six, a competition that consisted of a single round-robin. The club with the most aggregate points from the regular season and the Big Six was crowned the league champion.
- The top two teams with the most aggregate points qualified for the 2010 CFU Club Championship2010 CFU Club Championship--------- Group B :All matches hosted in Puerto Rico. Officially, Bayamón played as visitor in the first leg.----- Group C :All matches hosted in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.--------- Group D :All matches hosted in Guyana....
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Stadiums and locations
The following 11 clubs competed in the Pro League during the 2009 season.| Club | City | Stadium | Capacity | 2008 Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
Morvant/Laventille, Trinidad Laventille -Etymology:The name Laventille hearkens back to colonial times, especially when the French dominated the cultural traditions of the island. One etymological derivation of the name is due to the fact that the northeast trade winds come to this part of the Island of Trinidad before it reached any... |
Larry Gomes Stadium Larry Gomes Stadium The Larry Gomes Stadium, located in Malabar, Arima, Trinidad and Tobago, is named for West Indies cricketer Larry Gomes. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 U-17 World Cup which was hosted by Trinidad and Tobago. It also hosted games from the 2010 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.... |
10,000 | 4th |
| Defence Force | Chaguaramas, Trinidad | Hasely Crawford Stadium Hasely Crawford Stadium The Hasely Crawford Stadium, located in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, is named after Hasely Crawford, the first person from Trinidad and Tobago to win an Olympic gold medal. Originally built as the National Stadium in 1980, the stadium was re-named to honour Crawford in 2001. The stadium... |
27,000 | 8th |
| Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
Arouca, Trinidad Arouca, Trinidad and Tobago Arouca is a town in the East-West Corridor of Trinidad and Tobago located east of Port of Spain, along the Eastern Main Road. It is located west of Arima, east of Tunapuna and Tacarigua, south of Lopinot, and north of Piarco. It is governed by the Tunapuna-Piarco Regional Corporation... |
Marvin Lee Stadium Marvin Lee Stadium Marvin Lee Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Macoya, Trinidad and Tobago which is housed together with the Dr. João Havelange Centre of Excellence. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of Joe Public F.C.... |
6,000 | 5th |
| Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
Woodbrook, Trinidad | Manny Ramjohn Stadium Manny Ramjohn Stadium The Manny Ramjohn Stadium, located in Marabella , Trinidad and Tobago, is named for long-distance runner Manny Ramjohn, the first person to win a gold medal for Trinidad and Tobago in a major international sporting event. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 FIFA U-17 World Cup which was... |
10,000 | 9th |
| Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
Saint James, Trinidad Saint James, Trinidad and Tobago St. James is a suburb of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. It is known as "the city that never sleeps" because of 24 hour activities there. The main road is the Western Main Road. It runs from Woodbrook to Cocorite... |
Ato Boldon Stadium Ato Boldon Stadium The Ato Boldon Stadium, located in Couva, Trinidad and Tobago, is named for eight-time Olympic and World Championship medal winner and 1997 200 m World Champion, Ato Boldon. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 U-17 World Cup which was hosted by Trinidad and Tobago. It also hosted games from... |
10,000 | Promoted |
| San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
San Juan, Trinidad San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago San Juan is a town in Trinidad and Tobago. It lies in North Eastern Trinidad, between Barataria and St. Joseph.It is a busy town in the East-West Corridor; the centre of town is known as the Croisee. Population is 54,900 , and it is the third city of the country, larger than the capital. San Juan... |
Hasely Crawford Stadium Hasely Crawford Stadium The Hasely Crawford Stadium, located in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, is named after Hasely Crawford, the first person from Trinidad and Tobago to win an Olympic gold medal. Originally built as the National Stadium in 1980, the stadium was re-named to honour Crawford in 2001. The stadium... |
27,000 | 1st |
| South End FC South End FC South End is a soccer team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Point Fortin/La Brea and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad.-Current squad:-Management:... |
Point Fortin, Trinidad Point Fortin Point Fortin, the smallest Borough in Trinidad and Tobago, is located in southwestern Trinidad, about southwest of San Fernando. After the discovery of petroleum in the area in 1906 the town grew into a major oil-producing centre. The town grew with the oil industry between the 1940s and 1980s,... |
Manny Ramjohn Stadium Manny Ramjohn Stadium The Manny Ramjohn Stadium, located in Marabella , Trinidad and Tobago, is named for long-distance runner Manny Ramjohn, the first person to win a gold medal for Trinidad and Tobago in a major international sporting event. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 FIFA U-17 World Cup which was... |
10,000 | Promoted |
| St. Ann's Rangers | San Juan, Trinidad San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago San Juan is a town in Trinidad and Tobago. It lies in North Eastern Trinidad, between Barataria and St. Joseph.It is a busy town in the East-West Corridor; the centre of town is known as the Croisee. Population is 54,900 , and it is the third city of the country, larger than the capital. San Juan... |
Hasely Crawford Stadium Hasely Crawford Stadium The Hasely Crawford Stadium, located in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, is named after Hasely Crawford, the first person from Trinidad and Tobago to win an Olympic gold medal. Originally built as the National Stadium in 1980, the stadium was re-named to honour Crawford in 2001. The stadium... |
27,000 | 7th |
| Tobago United Tobago United Tobago United is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in Professional Football League of Trinidad.The team's home stadium is Dwight Yorke Stadium, 3 km from Scarborough, Tobago's main town.-History:... |
Bacolet, Tobago Bacolet Bacolet is a town on the island of Tobago, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. The town itself lies beneath Fort King George at the Bacelot Bay, near Scarborough, Tobago, to the south-east of the island-capital. It is one of the most developed parts of Tobago where the high society of the island lives... |
Dwight Yorke Stadium Dwight Yorke Stadium The Dwight Yorke Stadium, located in Bacolet, Tobago, , is named after former Manchester United footballer Dwight Yorke. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 FIFA U-17 World Championship which was hosted by Trinidad and Tobago... |
7,500 | 10th |
| United Petrotrin United Petrotrin United Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:... |
Pointe-à-Pierre, Trinidad Pointe-à-Pierre Pointe-à-Pierre is a town in Trinidad and Tobago. It lies north of San Fernando and south of Claxton Bay. It is most famous as the site of the country's largest oil refinery which is run by Petrotrin, the state-owned oil company.... |
Palo Seco Velodrome Palo Seco Velodrome Palo Seco Velodrome is a multi-use stadium in Palo Seco, Trinidad and Tobago. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of United Petrotrin. The stadium holds 10,000 people.... |
10,000 | 6th |
| W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
Point Lisas, Trinidad Point Lisas Point Lisas is the site of the Point Lisas Industrial Estate and the Port of Point Lisas, both of which are managed by Plipdeco... |
Manny Ramjohn Stadium Manny Ramjohn Stadium The Manny Ramjohn Stadium, located in Marabella , Trinidad and Tobago, is named for long-distance runner Manny Ramjohn, the first person to win a gold medal for Trinidad and Tobago in a major international sporting event. The stadium was constructed for the 2001 FIFA U-17 World Cup which was... |
10,000 | 2nd |
Managerial changes
| Club | Outgoing coach | Manner of departure | Date of vacancy | Table | Incoming coach | Date of appointment | Table |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
 Richard De Coteau |
29 January 2009 | Pre-season | ||||
| South End FC South End FC South End is a soccer team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Point Fortin/La Brea and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad.-Current squad:-Management:... |
Leroy De Leon |
9 May 2009 | Pre-season | ||||
| United Petrotrin United Petrotrin United Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:... |
Leon Carpette |
End of caretaker contract | 18 December 2008 | 6th (2008) |  Marcos Tinoco |
21 February 2009 | Pre-season |
| Defence Force | Kerry Jamerson |
Sacked | 18 December 2008 | 8th (2008) | Ross Russell |
8 April 2009 | Pre-season |
| Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
Ronald La Forest |
Sacked | 17 January 2009 | 9th (2008) | Ubirajara Veiga Da Silva |
21 January 2009 | Pre-season |
| Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
Ubirajara Veiga Da Silva |
Mutual consent | 2 April 2009 | 9th (2008) | Michael McComie |
8 April 2009 | Pre-season |
| San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
 Terry FenwickTerry Fenwick Terence William 'Terry' Fenwick is an English football coach and former player. He is the current head coach for San Juan Jabloteh of the TT Pro League in Trinidad and Tobago.- Player :... |
Resigned | 17 April 2009 | 1st (2008) |  Earl JeanEarl Jean Earl Jude Jean is a former St. Lucian footballer and current Assistant coach of W Connection.-Ipswich:Earl famously told the local media that despite his short stature he could leap very high - he was therefore nicknamed 'The Flea'... |
18 April 2009 | Pre-season |
| San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
Earl Jean Earl Jean Earl Jude Jean is a former St. Lucian footballer and current Assistant coach of W Connection.-Ipswich:Earl famously told the local media that despite his short stature he could leap very high - he was therefore nicknamed 'The Flea'... |
Sacked | 26 November 2009 | 2nd | Terry Fenwick Terry Fenwick Terence William 'Terry' Fenwick is an English football coach and former player. He is the current head coach for San Juan Jabloteh of the TT Pro League in Trinidad and Tobago.- Player :... |
26 November 2009 | Post-season |
Competition table
Results
Competition table
Results
| Round 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home team | Score | Away team |
| San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
Defence Force | |
| Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
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| W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
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| Round 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home team | Score | Away team |
| Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
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| W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
Defence Force | |
| Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
| Round 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home team | Score | Away team |
| Defence Force | Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
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| Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
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| Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
| Round 4 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home team | Score | Away team |
| San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
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| Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
Defence Force | |
| Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
| Round 5 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home team | Score | Away team |
| Defence Force | Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
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| Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
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| San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
League table
Top scorers
| Rank | Scorer | Club | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:... |
Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
35 |
| 2 | Keyon Edwards |
Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
16 |
| 3 | Devorn Jorsling |
Defence Force | 13 |
| 4 | Kevon Carter Kevon Carter Kevon Carter is an international soccer player from Trinidad and Tobago who plays professionally for Defence Force as a forward.-External links:*... |
Defence Force | 11 |
| 5 | Arnold Dwarika Arnold Dwarika Arnold Dwarika is a Trinidad and Tobago football player, who plays as a midfielder for North East Stars in the TT Pro League... |
United Petrotrin United Petrotrin United Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:... |
10 |
 Jonathan FañaJonathan Faña Jonathan Faña is a Dominican footballer who currently plays for the Puerto Rico Islanders of the North American Soccer League.-Club:... |
W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
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| 7 | Anthony Wolfe Anthony Wolfe Anthony Wolfe C.M. is a Trinidadian footballer who plays as a midfielder for the North East Stars in the TT Pro League. Club career =... |
Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
9 |
| 8 | Trevin Caesar |
Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
8 |
 Kendall VeloxKendall Velox Kendall Velox is a retired Vincentian footballer who represented St Vincent & Grenadines at international level.-Career:... |
Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
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| 10 | Noel Williams |
San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
7 |
Hat-tricks
| Player | Result !! Date | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
6–2 | |
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Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
St. Ann's Rangers | 6–0 | |
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Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
Tobago United Tobago United Tobago United is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in Professional Football League of Trinidad.The team's home stadium is Dwight Yorke Stadium, 3 km from Scarborough, Tobago's main town.-History:... |
5–3 | |
| 5 |
Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
St. Ann's Rangers | 5–3 | |
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Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
Defence Force | 4–3 | |
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Ma Pau Ma Pau SC Ma Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :... |
Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
4–2 | |
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United Petrotrin United Petrotrin United Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:... |
St. Ann's Rangers | 4–1 | |
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Defence Force | Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
5–1 | |
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Defence Force | St. Ann's Rangers | 3–2 | |
| 4 |
Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
7–0 | |
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Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
7–0 | |
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W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
United Petrotrin United Petrotrin United Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:... |
5–2 | |
| 4 |
W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
8–0 | |
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W Connection W Connection Vibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium... |
Police Police FC (Trinidad and Tobago) Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994.... |
8–0 | |
| 4 |
Defence Force | San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
4–5 | |
| 4 |
San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh San Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :... |
Defence Force | 5–4 |
- 4 Player scored four goals
- 5 Player scored five goals
Scoring
- First goal of the season: Walter MooreWalter Moore (footballer)Walter Moore is a Guyanese footballer who currently plays for Charlotte Eagles in the USL Professional Division, on loan from Caledonia AIA of the Trinidad and Tobago TT Pro League.-Club:...
for Caledonia AIACaledonia AIACaledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
against Joe PublicJoe Public F.C.Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
, (8 May 2009). - Last goal of the season: Akim Armstrong for Caledonia AIACaledonia AIACaledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
against Defence Force, (27 October 2009). - First own goalOwn goalAn own net occurs in goal-scoring games when a player scores a goal that is registered against his or her own team. It is usually accidental, and may be a result of an attempt at defensive play that failed or was spoiled by opponents....
of the season: Randy Harris (PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
) for United PetrotrinUnited PetrotrinUnited Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
, (19 May 2009). - First penalty kickPenalty kickA penalty kick is a type of direct free kick in association football, taken from twelve yards out from goal and with only the goalkeeper of the defending team between the penalty taker and the goal.Penalty kicks are performed during normal play...
of the season: Reginald Payne (scored) for Tobago UnitedTobago UnitedTobago United is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in Professional Football League of Trinidad.The team's home stadium is Dwight Yorke Stadium, 3 km from Scarborough, Tobago's main town.-History:...
against Ma PauMa Pau SCMa Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :...
(9 May 2009). - First hat-trickHat-trickA hat-trick or hat trick in sport is the achievement of a positive feat three times during a game, or other achievements based on threes. The term was first used in 1858 in cricket to describe HH Stephenson's feat of taking three wickets in three balls. A collection was held for Stephenson, and he...
of the season: Kendall VeloxKendall VeloxKendall Velox is a retired Vincentian footballer who represented St Vincent & Grenadines at international level.-Career:...
(Caledonia AIACaledonia AIACaledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
) against PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
, 22', 40', 62' (23 May 2009). - Most goals scored by one player in a match: 5 goals – Kerry BaptisteKerry BaptisteKerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:...
(Joe PublicJoe Public F.C.Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
) against St. Ann's Rangers, 13', 41', 45', 78', 88' (21 July 2009). - Widest winning margin: 8 goals – W ConnectionW ConnectionVibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
8–0 PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
(4 September 2009) - Most goals in a match: 9 goals
- Caledonia AIACaledonia AIACaledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
7–2 PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
(18 August 2009) - San Juan JablotehSan Juan JablotehSan Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
5–4 Defence Force (15 October 2009)
- Caledonia AIA
- Most goals in one half: 7 goals – San Juan JablotehSan Juan JablotehSan Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
v Defence Force (15 October 2009) 1–1 at half-time, 5–4 final. - Most goals in one half by a single team: 5 goals – W ConnectionW ConnectionVibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
v PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
(4 September 2009) 5–0 at half-time, 8–0 final.
Discipline
- First yellow cardPenalty cardA penalty card is used in many sports as a means of warning, reprimanding or penalising a player, coach or team official. Penalty cards are most commonly used by referees or umpires to indicate that a player has committed an offense. The referee will hold the card above his or her head while...
of the season: Nuru Abdallah Muhammed for Caledonia AIACaledonia AIACaledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
against Joe PublicJoe Public F.C.Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
, (8 May 2009). - First red card of the season: Mark LeslieMark Leslie (footballer)Mark Kelo Leslie is a Belizean footballer who currently plays for Ma Pau SC.-References:...
for Ma PauMa Pau SCMa Pau SC is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League.- Squad :...
against Tobago UnitedTobago UnitedTobago United is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in Professional Football League of Trinidad.The team's home stadium is Dwight Yorke Stadium, 3 km from Scarborough, Tobago's main town.-History:...
, (9 May 2009). - Most yellow cards in a single match: 6
- W ConnectionW ConnectionVibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
0–1 United PetrotrinUnited PetrotrinUnited Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
– 2 for W ConnectionW ConnectionVibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
(Eder Gilmar Aras & Gerard Williams) and 4 for United PetrotrinUnited PetrotrinUnited Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
(Cyd GrayCyd GrayCyd Gray is a footballer from Trinidad and Tobago. He plays as a defender for San Juan Jabloteh, as well as the islands' national team. He made his debut for the Soca Warriors against Costa Rica in 2001, and has 35 caps and 1 goal. He was in the squad for the 2006 FIFA World Cup.-External links:*...
, Lyndon Diaz, Ghymo Harper & Nigel Daniel) (23 June 2009) - Joe PublicJoe Public F.C.Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
1–1 United PetrotrinUnited PetrotrinUnited Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
– 3 for Joe Public (Kerry BaptisteKerry BaptisteKerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:...
, Keyeno ThomasKeyeno ThomasKeyeno Thomas is a Trinidadian football player who currently plays for Joe Public.His previous clubs include San Juan Jabloteh in Trinidad and Tobago and Colorado Rapids in the United States....
& Jason Springer) and 3 for United PetrotrinUnited PetrotrinUnited Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
(Cyd GrayCyd GrayCyd Gray is a footballer from Trinidad and Tobago. He plays as a defender for San Juan Jabloteh, as well as the islands' national team. He made his debut for the Soca Warriors against Costa Rica in 2001, and has 35 caps and 1 goal. He was in the squad for the 2006 FIFA World Cup.-External links:*...
, Makan HislopMakan HislopMakan Hislop is a Trinidad and Tobago football player, who plays for United Petrotrin of the TT Pro League.-Career:...
& Luis Andre Lima) (25 July 2009)
- W Connection
- Most red cards in a single match: 2
- W ConnectionW ConnectionVibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
0–1 United PetrotrinUnited PetrotrinUnited Petrotrin is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Professional Football League of Trinidad.-History:...
– 2 for W ConnectionW ConnectionVibe CT 105 Williams Connection is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago, which currently plays in the Pro League. The club plays its home games in Manny Ramjohn Stadium...
(Eder Gilmar Arias & Marvin PhillipMarvin PhillipMarvin Phillip is a football goalkeeper from Trinidad and Tobago. For the 2010 season, he plays for Joe Public F.C. on loan from W Connection. Philip also represents Trinidad and Tobago at international level, having made his debut against Panama on 31 January 2007...
) (23 June 2009) - San Juan JablotehSan Juan JablotehSan Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
3–0 PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
– 1 for San Juan JablotehSan Juan JablotehSan Juan Jabloteh is a football club located in San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago that currently plays in the country's Pro League. The team plays its home games in Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad.- History :...
(Noel Williams) and 1 for PolicePolice FC (Trinidad and Tobago)Police FC is a football team from Trinidad and Tobago based in Saint James, and is currently a member of the Pro League, the highest level of football in Trinidad. They have been crowned league champions in 1979, 1991, and 1994....
(Devon Bristol) (3 July 2009)
- W Connection
Round awards
| Round | Player of the Round | Round's Statline | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player | Club | ||
| Round One | Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:... |
Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
10 GP, 13 G, Joe Public 6-3-1 in Round One |
| Round Two | Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:... |
Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
10 GP, 22 G, Joe Public 6-2-2 in Round Two |
Annual awards
The 2009 Pro League AwardsTT Pro League awards
The TT Pro League awards is a collection of awards given at the conclusion of each Pro League season since its inauguration in 2002. The ceremony takes place prior to the following Pro League season's opening match. There are now awards for player, coach, referees, and match commissioner of the year...
Distribution took place on 7 April 2010, at Cascadia Hotel in St. Ann's
Port of Spain
Port of Spain, also written as Port-of-Spain, is the capital of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and the country's third-largest municipality, after San Fernando and Chaguanas. The city has a municipal population of 49,031 , a metropolitan population of 128,026 and a transient daily population...
, Trinidad
Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago officially the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is an archipelagic state in the southern Caribbean, lying just off the coast of northeastern Venezuela and south of Grenada in the Lesser Antilles...
, prior to the 2010 season.
Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
took home the majority of the league honours. Eastern Lion Kerry Baptiste
Kerry Baptiste
Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:...
was named the league's Player of the Year for the first time in his career, by providing 35 league goals. Baptiste also received the Golden Boot and was named the Best Forward. Joe Public coach Derek King became the youngest coach in the Pro League to win the league championship. In addition, Joe Public
Joe Public F.C.
Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner...
's Alejandro Figueroa
Alejandro Figueroa
Alejandro Figueroa is a Chilean footballer currently playing for Deportes Concepción of the Primera División B in Chile....
, Trent Noel
Trent Noel
Trent Noel is a football player from Trinidad and Tobago. He currently plays for Joe Public of the TT Pro League. He has also represented Trinidad and Tobago on national team as well.- External links :...
, and Keyeno Thomas
Keyeno Thomas
Keyeno Thomas is a Trinidadian football player who currently plays for Joe Public.His previous clubs include San Juan Jabloteh in Trinidad and Tobago and Colorado Rapids in the United States....
were named the league's Best Goalkeeper, Best Midfielder, and Best Defender respectively. The remaining team award was won by Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA
Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:...
for the Most Disciplined Team of the Year. FIFA
FIFA
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association , commonly known by the acronym FIFA , is the international governing body of :association football, futsal and beach football. Its headquarters are located in Zurich, Switzerland, and its president is Sepp Blatter, who is in his fourth...
international referee, Neal Brizan, won the Referee of the Year for the third consecutive year, whereas Boris Punch won the Match Commissioner of the Year in back-to-back years.
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Player of the Year | Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:... (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Coach of the Year | Derek King (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Best Goalkeeper |  Alejandro FigueroaAlejandro Figueroa Alejandro Figueroa is a Chilean footballer currently playing for Deportes Concepción of the Primera División B in Chile.... (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Best Defender | Keyeno Thomas Keyeno Thomas Keyeno Thomas is a Trinidadian football player who currently plays for Joe Public.His previous clubs include San Juan Jabloteh in Trinidad and Tobago and Colorado Rapids in the United States.... (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Best Midfielder | Trent Noel Trent Noel Trent Noel is a football player from Trinidad and Tobago. He currently plays for Joe Public of the TT Pro League. He has also represented Trinidad and Tobago on national team as well.- External links :... (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Best Forward | Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:... (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Golden Boot | Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste Kerry Baptiste is a Trinidad and Tobago footballer, who currently plays for FC Tampa Bay in the North American Soccer League.-Club career:... (Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... ) |
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Team of the Year | Joe Public Joe Public F.C. Joe Public Football Club is a football club from Trinidad and Tobago currently playing in the Pro League. Nicknamed the Eastern Lions, they are owned by former FIFA vice-president Jack Warner... |
| Most Disciplined Team of the Year | Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA Caledonia AIA is a Trinidad and Tobagon football team playing at the top level in the TT Pro League. It is based in Malabar. Their home stadium is Larry Gomes Stadium.-History:... |
| Referee of the Year | Neal Brizan |
| Assistant Referee of the Year | Ainsley Rochard |
| Match Commissioner of the Year | Boris Punch |
See also
- 2009 FA Trophy2009 Trinidad and Tobago CupThe 2009 FA Trophy was the 80th season of the FA Trophy, which is the oldest football competition for teams in Trinidad and Tobago. The tournament took place at the conclusion of the 2009 TT Pro League season. Caledonia AIA entered as the tournament's defending champion...
- 2009 First Citizens Cup
- 2009 TOYOTA Classic2009 Trinidad and Tobago ClassicThe 2009 TOYOTA Classic was the fifth season of the TOYOTA Classic, which is a knockout tournament competition for teams in the Pro League and the National Super League. The tournament took place at the conclusion of the 2009 season. San Juan Jabloteh entered as the tournament's defending champion...
- 2009 Digicel Pro Bowl2009 Trinidad and Tobago Pro BowlThe 2009 Digicel Pro Bowl was the ninth season of the Pro Bowl, which is a knockout tournament competition for teams in the Pro League. The tournament took place at the conclusion of the 2009 season. Caledonia AIA entered as the tournament's defending champion...
- 2009 Lucozade Sport Goal Shield2009 Trinidad and Tobago Goal ShieldThe 2009 Lucozade Sport Goal Shield was the inaugural season of the Goal Shield, which is a knockout tournament competition for teams in the Pro League...