The race for leadership at the Grenada Football Association (GFA) is intensifying as presidential elections draw near on 9 May 2026, with incumbent Marlon Glean set to face challengers Roger Duncan and Leon Radix.
Radix, recently appointed Program Director of Marine, Wildlife and Conservation Biology within the School of Arts and Sciences at St George’s University (SGU), has set out an ambitious reform-driven agenda centred on governance, structured development, and national collaboration, as he positions himself as a candidate for change within Grenadian football.
Alongside the incumbent and fellow contender, banker Roger Duncan, Radix has emerged as one of the key voices shaping the debate ahead of the vote. He has also publicly named members of his proposed executive team should he be elected: Allan James, Lincoln Elcock, Amanda Scott, Clinton Hamilton, Geverson David, and Denroy Lewis.
Radix pointed to his background in leadership and administration as a foundation for his candidacy. He referenced more than two decades of experience in governance and education, as well as his involvement in local sport through roles with St David’s football and cricket structures, including the St David’s Football Club and St David’s Football League.
“I’m an educator and administrator with over 20 years of experience in leadership and governance,” he said. “In football, I’ve worked at the club and national level advocating for better structure and accountability.” He added, “I bring systems thinking and proven leadership to football development.”
At the core of his vision is a push to reshape Grenada’s football ecosystem into a more structured and sustainable model. Radix described a system built on clear progression from grassroots to elite levels, supported by strong governance and stable financing.
“My vision is to build a structured, inclusive, and performance-driven football system,” he said. “That means a clear pathway from grassroots to elite football, strong governance, competitive leagues, and sustainable financing.” He stressed, “Structure and sustainability must replace uncertainty and inconsistency.”
If elected, Radix said his first 100 days would focus on stabilising and reorganising the Association through a comprehensive review process. He outlined plans for a full financial, technical, and administrative audit, alongside nationwide stakeholder engagement and the establishment of a structured football calendar aligned with international standards.
“The priority is restoring order and building confidence in the system,” he said.
Radix also emphasised the need for more inclusive governance structures, proposing a Football Advisory Council designed to give clubs, players, referees, and sponsors a formal voice in decision-making.
“Inclusion builds trust, and trust builds strong institutions,” he said.
Youth development and women’s football feature prominently in his agenda. Radix called for stronger academies, certified coaching pathways, and clearer school-to-club progression systems, alongside sustained investment in the women’s game.
“Development must be inclusive or it will fail,” he said.
He also highlighted the importance of decentralising football development beyond urban centres, proposing zonal hubs, expanded scouting networks, and stronger community competitions to ensure wider access to opportunity.
“Talent is everywhere — opportunity must be too,” he said.
On partnerships, Radix underscored the importance of collaboration with regional and international football bodies, as well as deeper engagement with government and the private sector to expand resources and expertise.
National team performance, he argued, depends on systems rather than isolated effort, pointing to structured talent identification, diaspora engagement, and the integration of modern coaching methods, sports science, and analytics.
“Performance is the outcome of good systems — not chance,” he said.
Transparency and accountability also form a central pillar of his proposal, with commitments to audited financial reporting, governance enforcement, and consistent communication with stakeholders.
“Transparency is not optional; it is the foundation of trust,” he said.
Acknowledging the challenges facing football in Grenada, Radix cited limited resources, inconsistent systems, and infrastructure gaps, while maintaining that these issues are solvable with effective leadership and planning.
As the election approaches, Radix framed the moment as an opportunity for transformation.
“Football in Grenada has tremendous potential. With the right leadership, structure, and accountability, we can transform the game and create opportunities for our youth and our nation. I’m ready to lead that transformation.”
With competing visions now clearly defined, the upcoming GFA election is expected to be closely contested, drawing significant attention from across Grenada’s football community.