Archive for July, 2016

Trey Mallory Defeats #2 Seed At Tournament

Following his upset of the number four seed at the Junior International Tennis Championships for Central America and the Caribbean in El Salvador, Bermuda’s Trey Mallory has gone on to defeat the number two seed. Mallory bested Kobe James of Trinidad in 6-3, 6-7, 10-7 sets. Coach Steve Bean said, “Mallory, aged 14, playing in the 16 and... Read more of this article

Silent Party Set To Be Held In Dockyard Tonight

The organizers of Cup Match Fever will celebrate their ninth anniversary with a unique “silent party” called HUSH tonight [July 29] at Fun Golf in Dockyard, with doors opening at 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “As the name suggests, HUSH uses no speakers. All music is transmitted though headphones. Each head phone has 3 channel. Patrons... Read more of this article

New Book Features Work Of Two Bermudians

A newly published book titled New Worlds, Old Ways: Speculative Tales from the Caribbean features work from two Bermudians, including Damion Wilson and Elizabeth Jones. The book’s page at the Peepal Tree Press website says, “Damion Wilson is a software developer, martial artist, and former bicycle racer living and working in sunny [mostly]... Read more of this article

Scorecard: Day #1 2016 Cup Match Cricket

The much anticipated Cup Match Classic got underway today, with defending champions Somerset Cricket Club winning the toss and sending the challengers St. George’s Cricket Club to bat to start the day off. St. George’s Cricket Club dug themselves out of a hole of 15/4 to reach 173/6, Allan Douglas Jr and Lionel Cann put on a 119 run 5th wicket partnership,... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Friday July 29

Friday, July 29 is expected to be generally sunny despite a few afternoon clouds, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 27°C/81°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 6.31am and sunset will be at 8.18pm. High tide will be at 4.55am... Read more of this article

Photos: 2016 Cup Match Classic Gets Underway

[Updated with video] The 2016 Cup Match Classic got underway this morning [July 28], with fans of both Somerset and St. George’s turning out to support their teams and enjoy the atmosphere on the grounds. You can follow the action on our live blog, which will be updated throughout the entire holiday. For strictly cricket updates, you can also... Read more of this article

Cricket: Marcus Scotland Scores 63 In England

Bermudian Marcus Scotland scored 63 for Surrey at the prestigious Taunton Festival in Somerset, England, with the 13-year-old opening batsman recording two low scores in the first two matches before rebounding in style against Devon while batting in the uncustomary position of number seven. Surrey U13s were tentatively placed at 140-5 before Scotland... Read more of this article

BPS Confirm Death: 14-Yr-Old Dennikia Lambert

The police have confirmed the death of 14-year-old Dennikia Lambert, who died as a result of a collision that took place last night in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Police can now confirm the death of 14 year old Dennikia Lambert, who died as a result of a road traffic collision that took place at 8pm on Wednesday evening at Dock Hill... Read more of this article

Review: Cup Match Summer Splash Concert

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] The last time Beenie Man came to Bermuda ten years ago, his band didn’t make it for some reason. He ended performing along to his songs and got on the turntables. I remember being so annoyed. Six years ago, I saw The King of The Dancehall at Sumfest in Montego Bay, Jamaica and to say he was outstanding is an understatement.... Read more of this article

Photos & Videos: Cup Match Summer Splash

The second of two Cup Match Summer Splash events took place at Par La Ville Car Park in Hamilton last night [July 27], featuring a musical lineup that included Sanchez and Beenie Man. Also performing were DJ Scratch Bastid, Walshy Fire of Major Lazer, Bermuda Idol winner Olivia Hamilton, and DJ Rusty G. The event was hosted by Jabba from Hot 97 FM... Read more of this article

Free Health Screening Over Cup Match

The PLP, The Bermuda Seventh Day Adventist Churches and Somerset Cricket Club will be hosting a free health screening on both days of Cup Match [Thursday July 28th and Friday, July 29th]. A spokesperson said, “All are welcomed to stop by the Roman Catholic Church in Somerset between 10:00am and 6:00pm where screenings will measure blood sugar,... Read more of this article

14-Year-Old Girl Dies Following Traffic Collision

[Updated: Police have confirmed that a 14-year-old girl has died.] Three people have been injured with one sustaining “serious” injuries in a collision tonight [July 27] located on Palmetto Road at the roundabout near Dock Hill and Frog Lane. Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said: “At 8pm Wednesday 27th July 2016, police first responders... Read more of this article