The Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) is pleased to announce the TeamTTO delegation that will represent Trinidad and Tobago at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, with a nine-member team set to compete across badminton, boxing and swimming.
Following ratification by the TTOC Executive Board and Council, the delegation comprises four athletes — two male and two female — and five officials, including Chef de Mission Jariel Mc Collin, physiotherapist Verne Alleyne, and the coaches and managers supporting the athletes throughout the Games.
The delegation is scheduled to depart Trinidad and Tobago on 25 October 2026, ahead of the start of TeamTTO’s competition on 1 November 2026.
Representing Trinidad and Tobago in badminton will be Samiya Karim, who will compete in the Girls’ Singles event, supported by Coach/Manager Zeudi Mack.
In boxing, Makieve Bellille will represent TeamTTO in the Men’s 65kg category, with Wendell Johku serving as coach.
The swimming contingent will feature Jaden Mills, competing in the 50m Butterfly, 50m Freestyle and 50m Backstroke, and Breanna Belmar, competing in the 50m Breaststroke, 50m Freestyle and 100m Freestyle. Dexter Browne will serve as Coach/Manager.
TTOC President Ms. Diane Henderson expressed her confidence in the young delegation and highlighted the significance of providing emerging athletes with opportunities to compete on the international stage.
“The Youth Olympic Games represent an important milestone in the development of our young athletes. Beyond the opportunity to compete internationally, these Games allow them to gain invaluable experience, build confidence and demonstrate the discipline, determination and sportsmanship that define the Olympic Movement. We are proud of each member of TeamTTO and encourage the nation to support these athletes as they prepare to represent Trinidad and Tobago with pride,”
Ms. Henderson said.
Chef de Mission Jariel Mc Collin emphasized the importance of preparation, teamwork and representing the country with pride.
“Our focus is on ensuring that our athletes are prepared to embrace the opportunities and challenges that come with competing at this level. The Youth Olympic Games are not only about performance, but also about learning, personal growth and representing Trinidad and Tobago with distinction. As a delegation, we will work together to provide the athletes with the support they need to perform to the best of their abilities and make the most of this experience,”
Mc Collin said.
The TTOC is proud to support these young athletes as they take to the international stage at Dakar 2026. The Youth Olympic Games provide an important platform for young athletes to gain valuable international xperience, develop their sporting potential and embrace the values of excellence, friendship and respect.
The TTOC wishes the entire TeamTTO delegation every success as they prepare to represent the nation at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
TEAMTTO — ONE TEAM. ONE FLAG. ONE MISSION.
View: TeamTTO Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games – Official Team List
TTOC Release