Cayo Scoop! The Ecology of Cayo Culture

The U23 Male National Volleyball team took 4th place at the Central American Volleyball Championship that took place in Panama.  They took 4th place.  Great job!

In related news, the U23 Female National Volleyball team came in 5th at the Central American Volleyball Championship that was held in Honduras.

"Team Belize (U23 Men) finished the tournament with beating Honduras 3-0 (25-20, 25-15, 25-19) in their 6th straight day of playing and hoping for favorable results in the other matches to get a chance at medal.  Unfortunately Costa Rica lost knocking us out of medal contention.  The team did a very respectable 3-3 record, placing 4th in the tournament.  Their only losses to the 3 medalist, Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador.  For the tournament Denver Lino will likely finish statistically as the Best Blocker but the award is only given to Middle Blockers."

Orquidea Negra performed at the Benque HoC for some lucky visiting Costa Rica students.

"The students from Universidad UNA, Region Abrunca from Costa Rica visited the Benque House of Culture and Orquidea Negra Dance Company was honored to perform and showcase the Maya/ Mestizo Culture in the area."

Belize made it on another top 10 list, although this list proves that the makers of top 10 lists have run out of ideas.  Really, '10 Relaxing Solo Vacations For New Divorcees?'  And Belize isn't in South America!  Maybe the Huffington Post needs a new copy editor.  At least San Ignacio got some recognition.

"Like Costa Rica, Belize -- a South American travel destination that's recently become a trendy hub of sustainable tourism -- has a lot to offer the single traveler.  Belize boasts the beauty and tranquility of a tropical getaway without the crowds, couples and high cost.  Experience the local flavor by touring through Caye Caulker, San Pedro and San Ignacio, and make sure to schedule some R&R time at the country's stunning beaches and nature preserves.  If you're feeling daring, don't miss adventure activities like climbing ancient Mayan ruins and ziplining through the rainforest."

The Belize Jaguars took 4th place at the Copa Centroamericana football tournament in Costa Rica.  Congratulations, Jaguars!

The Belize Jaguars are in the United States, where they are competing in the Copa Centroamericana, and warming up for the Gold Cup.  They play in Washington D.C., Dallas, Houston, and L.A. over the next 2 weeks.  Go Jaguars!

"Our Belize Jaguars will be going up against Central American power houses with the intent to qualify for Gold Cup 2015.  Our boys are hyped and confident especially since we're being led by much respected head coach Costa Rican Le Roy Sherrier Lewis.  The Jaguars need your support as they do battle in huge U.S. Stadiums against Honduras, Guatemala and Salvador."

The UNCAF U-16 matches are this week, at the FFB Stadium in Belmopan, and Belize plays every night at 7:00pm.  Nicaragua tonight, then El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Costa Rica on Friday night.  If you can't make it to the games, you can see them on most TV stations.  Go, Jaguars!

In related news, they have some cool t-shirts for sale.  http://donatebelizefootball.org/merchandise.html

"Don't forget to come out and support our Baby Jaguars as they participate in the UNCAF U-16 Tournament.  Venue: FFB Project Stadium in Belmopan."

The Belize Jaguars are playing Costa Rica tomorrow night, and Meluchi's is projecting it on their big screen.  They'll have panty rippers and screw drivers for just $4 during the game.  After the game, they are having their Xtreme Glow dance with Mistah Geeh, Riddim One, and DJ Trav.  They'll be giving away glow gifts, drinks, and a phone. 

In related news, they are having their Summer Freaky dance tonight with Mistah Geeh and Richie Galvez.

Belize takes on the United States tomorrow for the CONCACAF Gold Cup.  Deon McCaulay is the leading scorer for the qualifying rounds, and he got a great write up on Goal.com.  The game will be shown most everywhere in Cayo tomorrow.  It starts at 7:00pm. 

"Who is the leading scorer in CONCACAF World Cup qualifying?  No, it's not Clint Dempsey.  It's not Chicharito . Nor is it an MLS standout like Blas Perez, Jerry Bengtson or Alvaro Saborio.  It's Deon McCaulay from unheralded Belize.  OK, so all of his 11 goals came in the lightweight, first two rounds of qualifying, and four of them came against Montserrat.  McCaulay did manage to hit Guatemala for two goals in the second round, though, and he is not a complete unknown, as he trialed with the Portland Timbers in February.  The 25-year-old has plenty to play for, as a good showing against the USA, Cuba or Costa Rica could land him on a few more MLS radars."