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Pop art y comic books. Entrevista a Roy Lichtenstein por David Pascal
Ayuda Buscar en la ayuda Buscar en la ayuda Pop art y comic books. Entrevista a Roy Lichtenstein por David Pascal Autores: Roy Lichtenstein (entrevistado), David Pascal (entrev.), Miguel Peña Méndez (trad.) Localización: HUM 736 : Papeles de cultura contemporánea, ISSN 1695-8284, ISSN-e 2254-5646, Nº. 26, 2023 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Procesos de artificación en la moda), págs. 105-116 Idioma: español Títulos paralelos: Pop Art and Comic Books.
VL Easter Tennis Bash was a grand slam!
Saint Lucia’s tennis champion for over a decade and multi Sportsman of the Year, Vernon Lewis, recently served up a very entertaining and challenging tennis tournament at the National Tennis Centre (NTC) at Beausejour, with all Covid-19 protocols being observed. Joey Angeloni captured the boys singles title. Lewis has always been on the receiving end in tennis, having had several awards bestowed on him here and regionally dating back to the 1980’s.
SLFA Prez does not intend to resign: "I have two and a half years left in my term of office."
It’s a sad, sad situation and it’s getting more and more absurd, why can’t we talk it over. Oh it seems to me, sorry seems to be the hardest word.” President of the St Lucia Football Association Inc, Lyndon Cooper at Friday’s press conference. Recognize the lyrics from Elton John’s hit song Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word? Does it translate to the St Lucia Football Association (SLFA) Inc and their very apologetic president who is currently under fire?
TOGS Open Tennis Tournament results
What should have been the Inaugural Jounen Kweyol Tennis Tournament in 2020, served off over the weekend at the St Lucia National Tennis Centre at Beausejour. The Tournament sponsored by The Oliver Gobat Sports Fund (TOGS), is one of the many events hosted by the foundation to support the development of sports in Saint Lucia. TOGS have given tremendous support to tennis, swimming, cricket, football and track and field just to name a few.
4 Saint Lucians receive certification from Olympic Committee!
Four Saint Lucians recently received National Course Directors certificates at a brief press conference at Olympic House located in La Clery. The recipients were Henry Bailey, Lisa Joseph and Victor Cornibert, all with the St Lucia Athletics Association and Yasmin Tyson from the St Lucia Aquatics Federation. (Left to right) Yasmin Tyson, Lisa Joseph, President of the SLOC Inc Fortuna Belrose, Henry Bailey, and Victor Cornibert.
Untouchables reign supreme in Darts Final!
Untouchables were indeed just that. They lived up to their name recently by placing first in the St Lucia Darts 501 Classic Championship staged in association with Prior’s Bar and Grill. In the team results Untouchables A placed first overall, with Amazona finishing in second position. Amazona amassed 40 points in the open play and in the final they put up a serious fight, but in the end were edged out by the champion team.
Spike in COVID-19 has sporting events on hold in Saint Lucia
Just when athletes and fans thought sports was slowly getting back on track in Saint Lucia, COVID-19 again reared its ugly head forcing the postponement of several events. With the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, new protocols in accordance with the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) were announced last week.
Perreira makes donation to Ryder Cup!
Renowned sports commentator, journalist and former President of the St Lucia Boxing Association, Joseph ‘Reds’ Perreira, recently donated 14 pairs of football boots towards the Ryder Cup —a football tournament which will take place in Micoud North. Joseph “Reds” Perreira (left) making a donation to a Representative of the Ryder Cup football tournament.
Katie Blair’s historic open water swim!
The old saying “so close and yet so far,” rang true in the case of highly experienced open water swimmer Katie Blair. She recently attempted an incredible open water swim, of going back and forth from one country to the next. She did not achieve her objective, but her heroic attempt is one for the ages. On Tuesday, October 13 at approximately 1:27 am, Blair and her support crew left Saint Lucia — her mind set on becoming the first man, woman or child to swim from Saint Lucia to Martinique and back.
Female team led by national player Mia George blazing a trail in basketball!
A female basketball camp under the tutelage of national player Mia George paid off in a big way, with the St. Lucia Basketball Federation (SLBF) and Ministry of Youth Development and Sports supporting this worthwhile endeavor. Seated in the front row second from the left Assistant Coach/Pro Ramani Lewis; followed by Head Coach, Melissa John; President, Mia George; and players with the Net Ballers Basketball Club.
Ryder Cup launched in memory of late St. Lucian firefighter, Fitz Andre Charlery
One thing for sure, the late Fitz Andre “Ryder” Charlery will not be forgotten, particularly when players take the field to compete in a tournament named in his memory – The Ryder Cup. The competition gets underway Monday October 19. The late Fitz Andre “Ryder” Charlery. The tournament was officially launched last Tuesday at the Micoud North Constituency Office.
Results of final leg of Rugby 7’s series
One thing for sure COVID-19 has played havoc with local sporting events, however, the St Lucia Rugby Football Union (SLRFU) continues to be active and vibrant while adhering to the various protocols. Jamiel Phillip of Rogues Rugby Club breaks away from defenders during Sunday’s Rugby 7’s Series game. The SLRFU started out with a Tag Rugby Tournament in August and since then have continued staging a series of tournaments, the latest being a Rugby 7’s Series that began on September 13.
Kickoff to Philip J. Pierre Cup!
The Honorable Philip J. Pierre Cup football tournament organized by the Marchand Football League (MFL), kicked off with four games on Monday, October 5 at the Marchand Playing Field. Seated from left to right Marchand Football League (MFL) Vice President, Kelvin Antoine; Parliamentary Representative for Castries East, Philip J Pierre; MFL President, Christopher Clarke; MFL Secretary, Christopher Duncan.
Swimming in St. Lucia makes a triumphant return following prolonged absence due to COVID-19!
After a seven-month absence due to COVID-19, swimming made a triumphant return on Saturday, October 4 at the Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre (RHAC). About 90 swimmers from various ages, competed in the RHAC 2020 Developmental Swim Meet consisting of 26 events. Clubs represented were: Lightning Aquatics, RR Aquatics, Seajays, Sharks, Southern Flying Fish and Rodney Heights Aquatic. It was a flying start for swimmers in this event.
Renegades hosted Rugby 7’s competition
Shutouts were the order of the day in the second leg of the St Lucia Rugby Football Union (SLRFU) Rugby 7s series hosted by Renegades Rugby Club at the Sab Playing Facility on Sunday September 27. A player tries to outrun the opposition during Sunday’s Rugby 7’s game at the Sab Sporting Facility. Four male teams took part: Rogues, Renegades, Boys Training Centre (BTC), and Monchy Sharks; and two female teams Renegades and Whiptail Warriors also competed.
Boxing Gym receives extensive facelift and shakeup!
For years now while operating in a dilapidated, termite and cockroach infested old building near the Sab Playing Facility (formerly known as the Vigie Playing Field), the St Lucia Amateur Boxing Association (SLABA) has produced OECS champions and won other regional titles. Now that they have a new facility what does it mean for the sport?
Shining moment for Caribbean Stars in T20 win!
It was the Mervin Wells and Tarryck Gabriel show, as both batsmen totaled 151 runs for Caribbean Stars against Labayee, in the finals of the Division One Eagle Freights and Brokerage APL T20 Tournament played September 23 under the lights on the Balata Playing Field. The victorious Caribbean Stars team that defeated Labayee in the Division One Finals. It was literally standing room only to watch this final, given the fact that there are no seats at the venue.
COVID-19 Assistance Program benefits St. Lucian footballers
In keeping with its mandate in assist affiliates when the need arises, the Saint Lucia Football Association Inc (SLFA) through its COVID-19 Assistance Program, continues to provide bursaries and laptops to selected young male and female footballers who meet the criteria. On Tuesday, September 15 at the SLFA office in La Clery, it was the final phase of the program which was officially launched a few weeks ago.
Rogues still undefeated in local rugby!
There seems to be no stopping Rogues Rugby Club. Having emerged champions in all three Tag Rugby Tournaments, they continued their winning streak on Sunday at the La Clery Playing Field, this time in a Rugby 7’s Tournament which they hosted. Competing were six male teams consisting of Rogues, Renegades, Whiptail Warriors, Boys Training Centre (BTC), Reela and Monchy Sharks. Two female teams also took part: R and R (a combination of Rogues and Renegades players) and Whiptail Warriors.
St Lucian swimmers recognized at Lightning Aquatics annual awards!
With COVID-19 playing havoc with sporting events and functions, it was truly a case of better late than never, when the Lightning Aquatics (LA) Swim Club recently staged their 2019 awards at the Gros Islet Resource Centre. The big winners on the night were Naima Hazell (Female Swimmer of the Year), Karic Charles (Senior Male Swimmer of the Year), Arron Charles (Junior Male Swimmer of the Year) and Amara Reece (Junior Female Swimmer of the Year).
Neon Fun Walk was a bright idea!
The dynamic duo of the 758 Adventures Club’s Jason Sayers and Julian Toussaint were at it again. After recently conquering three of Saint Lucia’s highest peaks on the same day, both were involved in organizing last Sunday’s Neon Fun Walk. Daryl Peter (right) receiving his first place trophy from Olympian Zepherinus Joseph. The evening walk that began at 6:30 pm outside the Rodney Heights Aquatic Centre (RHAC) attracted 65 participants.
Rogues 2 Dominate Tag Rugby Tournaments!
A confident Rogues 2 Rugby Club dominated the St Lucia Rugby Football Union’s (SLRFU) Tag Rugby 5’s Tournament organized by their various teams. Playing at Monchy Playing Field on Sunday, Rogues 2 achieved a three peat having won the two previous competitions. Rogues 2 Rugby Club accomplished the three peat by winning Sunday’s Tag Rugby Tournament. No doubt about it, Rogues 2 were geared up and on a mission to emerge victorious at Sunday’s tournament.
Tennis served off with Summer Slam Tournament!
The St Lucia Tennis Association (SLTA) hosted another successful tournament, as curtains came down on the Summer Slam Tennis Tournament 2020 on Saturday, August 15 (day six). Having won the Under 18 singles titles, Joey Angeloni and Iyana Paul were two of the tournament’s outstanding players. Angeloni battled familiar foe Petterson George for the Under 18’s singles title and won. Paul defeated Alysa Elliott in a match that ended after the opening set which she won 6-4.
Another victory for Rogues 2 in Tag Rugby Tournament
Having won the two previous Tag Rugby Tournaments, Rogues Rugby Club will be going all out for a three peat later this month. They made it two in a row on Sunday at the Sab Playing Facility, after coming out on top in the Renegades Tag Rugby Tournament by defeating Reela Rugby 5-4 in the final. Rogues 2 continue to dominate the Tag Rugby Tournaments. Eight teams participated, with Rouges Rugby putting forward three teams once again, two male and one female.
Saint Lucia's Kameka President lands Rugby Scholarship!
How in the world did a gracious dancer with the AVAD Christian Dance Ministry since 2002, find herself playing and excelling in a sport most young ladies shy away from due to its physical nature? For the past four years Kameka President, 22, has been playing rugby, a sport that was never her first love. In fact out of all the sports she has played, and there are quite a few, this discipline was at the bottom of the totem pole. So how did this unlikely union come about?
Rogues are Monarchs of Kings Tag Rugby Tournament!
Rogues Rugby Club were anything but charitable hosts having won their own competition – the Kings of Tag Rugby Tournament held Sunday afternoon on the La Clery Playing Field. The tournament, sanctioned by the St Lucia Rugby Football Union (SLRFU) and organized by Rogues Rugby Club, consisted of the following eight teams. Three teams were put forward by Rogues (two male and one female); Rona; Rollers; Reela, Boys Training Centre and Whiptail Warriors.
Rogues One triumphant in Beach Rugby Tournament
The Saint Lucia Rugby Football Union (SLRFU) held its first public event since the COVID-19 lockdown. This event was hot off the heels of the election of a new executive. Roger Butcher was re-elected President. The Vice-President is Mario Chicot; Secretary, Kisha Edgar, Treasurer, Geema Inglis-Alfred; and Public Relations Officer, Saeed James.
Eagle Freight Adventist Premiere League underway
As a result of COVID-19, countries around the world are adhering to strict protocols when hosting sporting events. The National Basketball Association in the United States of America, for instance, is currently playing in a “bubble” with no fans and frequent testing for COVID-19. The same can be said for the USA’s national pastime, baseball and American football. To a much lesser extent the Caribbean is no exception.
Blackheart Knockout Football Tournament on hold
Despite the fact that sporting events were recently allowed to take place here —in keeping with protocols outlined by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sharon Belmar-George —one of the country’s biggest football competitions the Blackheart Knockout Football Tournament, seems unlikely to take place. Players and fans alike have always looked forward to this islandwide tournament under the direction of CEO, David “Shakes” Christopher.
Communique from IOC regarding Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
On Tuesday the International Olympic Committee (IOC) continued its consultations with all stakeholders of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, and met with the International Olympic Summer Sports Federations. Consultations with the National Olympic Committees (NOCs), the athletes’ representatives, the International Paralympic Committee, other International Federations (IFs) and other stakeholders will follow in the coming days.
Sandals still serving Tigers InFlow Tennis Academy
For six years it has been a wonderful initiative. I think the impact of it has been underestimated and undervalued here but, thanks to the Sandals Foundation and Sandals Resorts, it has continued. We have introduced. . . if you count this year, we will probably have introduced about 4,000 children to tennis over the past six years.” The opening paragraph came courtesy of Director of Tigers InFlow Tennis Academy, Sirsean Arlain at recent press conference/cheque presentation at Sandals Halcyon.
Dogs had their day at Independence Show in Vieux Fort
Every dog has his day! That was certainly the case when man’s best friend was the centre of attention on Sunday afternoon when the St. Lucia Kennel Club, founded in 2002, staged the Independence Dog Show and Family Day at the Recreational Park in Vieux Fort. The event was designed to showcase dogs through a parade of the animals, with obedience and protection demonstrations.
St Lucia Life Saving Association recognizes its best - past and present
Her Excellency Dame Pearlette Louisy (fourth from the right) with officials from the St. Lucia Life Saving Association and award recipients. Standing in the back is Master of Ceremonies Terrol Compton. Keeping in mind what the organisation represents, the St. Lucia Life Saving Association (SLLSA) is not always appreciated and, many feel, is undervalued in Saint Lucia.
Independence Tennis Tournament results
The Independence Tennis Tournament, co-sponsored by LUCELEC and Digicel, recognized the top players at the closing and prize-giving ceremony on Friday evening at the National Tennis Centre at Beausejour. When it came to this competition, there was something for everyone, starting with the 10-year-olds, and including the 12-year-olds, 14s, 16s, 18s, all the way up to the open category and seniors. A total of 80 players competed in the tournament.
St Lucia Zouks sold to Experienced Investors
The beleaguered St Lucia Zouks franchise of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) was taken off life support, courtesy of a group of investors with extensive experience in high profile cricket. KPH Dream Cricket Private Limited, based in India, has knowledgeable owners who have a track record of success off and on the field in major events. Details concerning the sale of the St Lucia Zouks, who have been part of the CPL since its inception in 2013, took place Monday morning at Sandals Grande.
St Lucia’s best honoured at Annual Sports Awards
The National Sports Awards, held Saturday evening at the grandiose St Lucia Tent in Rodney Bay, is becoming a showpiece for athletes from one particular rural community. In a repeat performance of last year, the community of Babonneau gave new meaning to the phrase “three-peat” after three of its athletes received three of the four prestigious awards at Saturday’s ceremony. Predictably, high jumper Levern Spencer was named Sportswoman of the Year for the 16th time.
National Cricket Association honours its Best
For one night, whatever problems the St Lucia National Cricket Association (SLNCA) had in recent years were batted away, for it was celebration time with the staging of the annual awards ceremony Friday evening at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground. The awards were an hour late getting underway, but no one cared and several of the early birds spent time reminiscing with friends and colleagues. There was certainly a lot to talk about as the guest list included prominent individuals here and abroad.
Athletes shortlisted for Annual National Sports Awards
Once again oustanding athletes in several disciplines along with coaches, officials and administrators, will be honored at the 40th Annual National Sports Awards, presented by the Ministry of Youth Development and Sports on February 15 at the Events St Lucia Tent at Reduit. A short list was finalized for the most prestigious awards, with the St Lucia Athletics Association and the St Lucia National Cricket Association, leading the way with three of their athletes shortlisted.
Athletics Association honored their very best at Gala Awards
The reigning Sportsman of the Year, Sportswoman of the Year and Junior Sportswoman of the Year, were honored for their achievements in 2019 by their association, at the St Lucia Athletics Association (SLAA) Awards Gala last Saturday evening at the Jonathan Everett Conference Room located at Olympic House, La Clery. Albert Reynolds who competes in javelin, high jumper Levern Spencer and sprinter Julien Alfred were recipients of prestigious awards at the Gala.
Tennis Association aced first-ever Awards
It was long time coming, but the St. Lucia Tennis Association (SLTA) more than made up for lost time by hosting, in splendid manner, its first-ever awards at the National Tennis Centre in Beausejour, Gros Islet on Saturday.The awards night honoured past and present players—young and old, officials, parents, just about everyone in one way or another, who has contributed to the success of tennis.
Crunch time for teams in the Veterans Football Tournament
It’s do or die for teams in their quest to win the Plate Division of the Caribbean Alliance Gold Cup (CAGC) in this year’s Veterans in Sports Inc Football Tournament. Over the weekend, following quarter-final play in the CAGC at the Philip Marcellin Grounds in Vieux Fort, Flow Lancers FC, All Blacks-Dennery, Marchand Veterans and Central Vieux Fort advanced to the semi-finals, being played this weekend at the same venue. Last Saturday Flow Lancers FC defeated Soufriere Veterans 4-2.
Saint Lucia names Goodwill and Brand Ambassadors
Four athletes here and abroad are among twelve Saint Lucians that the Government of Saint Lucia has appointed as Goodwill Ambassadors, with others announced as Brand Ambassadors. Speaking on behalf of the government during a press briefing on Monday, Minister for Culture and Creative Industries, Senator Fortuna Belrose said that Cabinet had ratified the proposal which came out of the Cultural Development Foundation (CDF) last year.
Athletes honoured at Elite Track and Field Club Awards Ceremony
Some of the top award recipients at the Elite Track and Field Club Awards Ceremony. Under the theme ‘In Pursuit of Excellence on and off the Field’, one of Saint Lucia’s most successful track and field clubs recently held its Awards Ceremony at the Resource Centre in Gros Islet.
Northern United All-Stars are Gros Islet Football League Champs
Northern United Young Stars put up a good showing but in the end lost to their big club brothers Northern United All-stars on penalty kicks, in the recent final of the Gros Islet Football League District Representative competition, commonly referred to as “The Spider Cup”. Surprisingly, the teams played to a scoreless draw after regulation time, despite the fact that All-stars had a one-man advantage when Linus Clovis of Young Stars received a red card from referee Sabina Kerton.
St Lucia cruise past Dominica in Under-15 Female Football
Saint Lucia were anything but charitable hosts as the national under-15 female football team overwhelmed Dominica in a friendly on Saturday afternoon at the Philip Marcellin Grounds in Vieux Fort. Saint Lucia Football Association (SLFA) Inc Public Relations Officer Michael “Midget” Pierre referred to Saint Lucia’s dominance as a stroll in the park, drubbing the visitors 8–0 after enjoying a 6–0 cushion at half time.
Gros Islet Capture Island Cup in Stunning Fashion
We the North! No I am not referring to the Toronto Raptors who used that slogan after winning the NBA title. In this case I am referring to Gros Islet in the north, who won yet another football title on Saturday evening at the Philip Marcellin Grounds in Vieux Fort.
Canaries Score Big with Veterans Football
For the first time, Canaries played host to the Veterans in Sports Inc Football Tournament and, based on what transpired on Sunday on the playing field, it won’t be the last time. CEO of Veterans in Sports Inc, Alvin Malaykhan, was thrilled with what happened. In an interview following the completion of four games with a huge crowd on hand, he could not have been happier. “I think coming to Canaries was a good decision,” he told me.
Athletes Soared at National Day Street Vault
Horse racing in Vieux Fort captured most of the attention on National Day but there was another less publicized sporting event taking place that day, generating lots of excitement and, best of all, it was free! The National Day Street Vault on William Peter Boulevard gave Saint Lucians the opportunity to see our top pole vaulters in action, namely Shem Edward, Rick Valcin and Mickey Ferdinand.
Stars Arriving and Stars Aligning for St Lucia Pole Vault Summit
Welcome to the community Jump Centre here at the Patricia D James, formerly the Vide Bouteille, Secondary School here in La Clery. We are honoured to be here today and this week is really a big, big step for the sport of pole vaulting in Saint Lucia, and really a step forward, I believe, for the sport within the Caribbean region as a whole.” The opening remark came from Programme Director for Mon Repos Athletics Academy, Jump Centre and Pole Vault St Lucia, Andy Behl.
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