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Saltus Annual 5K & Mile Run Results

Jake Smith and Zara Bule claimed victories in the recent Saltus Grammar School annual 5K race. Smith won the male title, completing the course in a time of 18min 15sec, with Dylan Eiselt second in 18:40 and Sanchez Smith third in 18:48. Zara Bule claimed the female title, crossing the line in 22:32. Anna Laura Hocking finished second in 23:21, followed... Read more of this article

Premier Burt On UK Meetings And Discussions

“Last week’s meetings were invaluable opportunities to meet the new Overseas Territories Minister, share the Bermuda story with key UK business sectors, and collectively reinforce critical matters of importance during the JMC alongside my OT colleagues,” said the Premier David Burt, following an intense schedule of meetings in London last week... Read more of this article

Caines Family Launches Community Food Drive

The Caines Family is hosting a community food drive on November 28th, saying “this food drive is an opportunity to once again unite and make a significant impact on the lives of those in need.” A spokesperson said, “Our community faces a pressing challenge. Many local charities and organizations that provide meals to at-risk individuals... Read more of this article

CEA Regional & Mini Dressage Challenges

Bermuda dressage riders delivered impressive performances in the 2024 CEA Regional and Mini Dressage Challenges at the National Equestrian Centre. A spokesperson said, “Despite unfavorable weather on Friday 22nd November, Mother Nature redeemed herself and provided the most ideal weather conditions for this year’s CEA Regional and Mini Dressage... Read more of this article

Squash: Carrick Defeated In Quarter Finals

Abbas Nawaz advanced to the semi-finals of the Men’s BC Open at the Jericho Tennis Club after defeating Bermuda’s Taylor Carrick in a hard-fought quarter-final match. Nawaz took control early, winning the first two games with identical scores of 11-6. Carrick battled back to take the third game 13-11, but Nawaz ultimately prevailed, closing... Read more of this article

Rugby: Alexia Hurdle Earns Player Of Match

Bermudian Alexia Hurdle earned the player of the match award in Emory & Henry University women’s rugby team’s recent win against Guilford College. Emory & Henry, located in Emory, Virginia, built up a commanding 19-point lead by the interval enroute to a 53-32 victory – the team’s second 10s win of the season. Sophomore Hurdle off-loaded... Read more of this article

Weekend Netball U/11 And U/14 Match Results

Despite less than ideal weather conditions which resulted in the cancellation of several matches, the Bermuda Netball Association [BNA] hosted a series of exciting matches featuring the 11 & Under and 14 & Under divisions. 11 & under Division Phoenix Sparks: A’Mariss Dyer was recognized as the best attacker, Quin Burgess was the best... Read more of this article

Driving Horse & Pony Club Racing Results

The Bermuda Horse and Pony Racing Club season got underway with some thrilling finishes at the National Equestrian Centre at Vesey Street this weekend. In the 1:06/3 to 1:09/4 time bar class, Candyce Martins and Rockin My Business claimed a nail-biting victory in a time of 1:07/4. Jashaun Young and Holy Grail came second, recording the same time. Dylan... Read more of this article

Thanksgiving Challenge On The Hill Results

Teenager Arman Newton won the Thanksgiving Challenge on the Hill, while Sarah Dwyer led the Ladies division and Lewis MacFarlane led the juniors. A spokesperson said, “The weather held off long enough to complete the 36-hole event as the rain came soon after! Congratulations to teenager Arman Newton who carded a 4 over par 112 over 36 holes to... Read more of this article

David Patrick & LSU Remain Undefeated

Associate Head Coach David Patrick and his LSU Tigers rallied back and pulled away in the second half behind 14 unanswered points to defeat Charleston Southern, 77-68, at the Maravich Center. After trailing in the first half, LSU outscored Charleston Southern 48-34 in the second half. LSU improves to 4-0 this season, while Charleston Southern falls... Read more of this article

Nisaiah Berkeley & Wheeling Defeat Kent State

Nisaiah Berkeley and her second-ranked Wheeling University women’s rugby teammates continued their dominant season with a resounding 74-0 victory over the Kent State Golden Flashes. This win marks the Cardinals’ third consecutive shutout and concludes their regular season home schedule with an undefeated record. Related Stories Jamin... Read more of this article

16 Days Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

“The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence reminds us of the power of solidarity in the fight against violence,” the Centre Against Abuse said, with the charity noting that they have “designed a calendar of actionable ideas that everyone can do to bring awareness to ending GBV during the 16 Days of Activism.” A spokesperson... Read more of this article