Category: Sports
Western County Cup 2020 Series Cancelled
The 2020 Western County Series has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The statement said, “The Western Counties Cricket Association wishes to inform the public, that the 2020 Western County Series has been unfortunately cancelled. The annual event was scheduled to take place on July 4th, July 11th, August 8th, and August 29th at the White... Read more of this article
Duffy Finishes 17th In Z PRO Invitational Opener
Bermuda’s Flora Duffy competed in the opening event of the Global Online Z PRO June Invitational, finishing 17th overall in a field of 30 riders. The opening race saw the competitors compete on a Figure 8 route in Watopia, scaling the Zwift KOM in both directions before a flat sprint finish in downtown Watopia. Two riders in the women’s field... Read more of this article
Nine Parish Hill Climb Challenge Continues
The Bermuda Bicycle Associations Nine Parish Hill Climb Challenge Series continued, with the Hill Climb Series including one hill in each of the nine parishes. To date, Steve Smith is the only rider to have completed all nine climbs, while Pete Crayford and Alexander Mill have completed eight of the nine climbs. Miller has the best Sandys time thus... Read more of this article
BDA Watersports Re-Opens In Sandys
BDA Watersports has re-opened at the Robinson’s Marina in Sandys, offering a variety of water sport activities and excursions. Speaking at the re-opening today, Minister Of Tourism And Transport Zane DeSilva said, “Good afternoon, I am honoured to be here for the reopening of BDA Watersports, here at Robinson’s Marina, Somerset Bridge, Sandys... Read more of this article
Cup Match Classic Event Cancelled This Year
The clubs have announced that the official Cup Match Classic event has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic, with the clubs urging the community to “celebrate the two days with friends and family while reflecting on its origins and adhering to any mandated health guidelines.” A spokesperson said, “Somerset Cricket Club [SCC]... Read more of this article
Video: BNV Discussion With Roy-Allan Burch
Two-time Olympic swimmer Roy-Allan Burch joined host Earl Basden today [June 10] for the first episode in a new Bernews News & Views series on sports. The pair cover a number of topics, including the development and timeline of Mr. Burch’s career, his advice for up and coming athletes, and more. Related Stories Video: BNV Sports With... Read more of this article
Flora Duffy To Compete In Z PRO Invitational
Global online training platform Zwift is set to launch Z PRO June Invitational. This is a four-week series starting June 10th with each rider – including Bermuda’s Flora Duffy – chases General Classification. “The ZPRO Tri Race series has been a great success. I’m excited to see how the athletes take to the 4-week race series... Read more of this article
ICC Confirms Interim Regulation Changes
The International Cricket Council [ICC] has announced interim changes to its playing regulations. A spokesperson said, “The International Cricket Council [ICC] has confirmed interim changes to its playing regulations, which include the ban on the use of saliva to shine the ball and allowing home umpires in international series. “The ICC... Read more of this article
Cricket Board To Host Coaches Webinar & Forum
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] will be hosting a coaches webinar and forum on Saturday [June 13] at 3.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board will be hosting a coaches webinar and forum on Saturday, June 13 featuring an elite panel of guest speakers. “Stuart Williams, Head Coach of the Leeward Islands Hurricanes; Stephanie Judith... Read more of this article
Cricket: Eastern County Cup Series Cancelled
The Eastern County Cup Series has been cancelled this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The Eastern Counties Cricket Association wishes to inform the public, that the 116th Eastern County Cup Series has been cancelled for this year. The annual event was scheduled to be held at Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club – Sea Breeze Oval... Read more of this article
Tyler Butterfield Competes In Ironman VR10
Bermuda’s Tyler Butterfield competed in the Ironman VR10 Pro Challenge yesterday [June 7] against three other professional triathletes. The event website said, “The IRONMAN VR10 Pro Challenge will see four professional female athletes battle it out on Saturday, June 6, while four professional male athletes will compete on Sunday, June 7. “For... Read more of this article
Concacaf Suspends Girls’ U15 & Men’s U17
Concacaf has made the decision to suspend the 2020 Concacaf Girls’ Under-15 Championship and 2020 Concacaf Men’s Under-17 Qualifiers. A spokesperson said, “The thoughts of everyone at Concacaf remain with the communities across our region affected by COVID-19. “The health and welfare of everyone involved in our sport is our first priority... Read more of this article
