Category: Sports
Washington Competes In World Championships
Jesse Washington started competing in the 19th FINA World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Competing on the opening day, Washington finished 55th overall in the men’s 50m butterfly with a time of 25.59, with the Bermudian swimmer finishing 5th in Heat 3. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s Top 10 Photos & Results: BASA... Read more of this article
Queen’s Baton Visits 68 Nations & Territories
The 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay has now visited 68 nations and territories of the Commonwealth — including Bermuda — in 253 days, with visits to Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales remaining in the international journey. A spokesperson said, “In recent weeks the Baton has visited Commonwealth nations and territories spanning North America,... Read more of this article
Jomar Wilkinson Appointed As Boulevard Coach
[Written by Stephen Wright] Jomar Wilkinson has been appointed head coach of Premier Division side Boulevard Blazers. Wilkinson, who led Somerset Trojans to fifth in the top flight last season, was unveiled as Boulevard’s new head coach today. He will take charge of a Boulevard side that finished second in the First Division last term to earn promotion... Read more of this article
Terceira Continues Event In Netherlands
Jillian Terceira continued competing in the PeelBergen CSI2*, CSI1*, CSIYH1*, CSIV-B International Horse Jumping event in the Netherlands. On day three, Terceira and Vaiana 15 finished 16th competing in the CSIYH1* 5 years-1.10m/ 6 years 1.20m two phases special class clocking a clear first phase time of 38:06, and then they clocked a clear second phase... Read more of this article
2022 Edward Cross Comet Race Skippers
The 78th annual Edward Cross Long Distance Comet Race is set to take place on Monday, June 20th, and the confirmed Skippers are below. The race is set to start in the St. George’s Harbour at 11.00 am, with the fleet heading east out of the Town Cut Channel, and making their way to the West End Sailboat Club. Edward Cross Long Distance Comet Race Skippers... Read more of this article
Snooker Pair Make Finals, Fedden Wins In Dublin
The Bermuda Snooker Association sent a two man team to Dublin to represent Bermuda at the International Snooker League, comprising Sandy’s Boat Club One’s Paul Fedden & Spanish Point Boat Club Two’s Tyler Moniz. The team’s 3rd player, Paul Sammin was graciously loaned to Bermuda from the Stephen’s Green Club in Dublin,... Read more of this article
Photos: Students Tour Clipper Race Fleet
Students toured the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet that arrived in Bermuda this week, marking one of the eight stops the fleet will make during its 40,000 nautical mile trip that circumnavigates the globe. The yachts – which represent nations around the world and have more than 150 crew members combined — are berthed at the Royal Bermuda... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Inside Of The Clipper Yachts
The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet arrived in Bermuda this week, marking one of the eight stops the fleet will make during its 40,000 nautical mile trip that circumnavigates the globe, and the more than 150 crew members spend months living onboard. The yachts – which represent nations around the world and have more than 150 crew members... Read more of this article
Robin Hood, Hamilton Draw & Hornets Win
The Bermuda Football Association’s Under 23 League season resumed at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field with a double-header that produced 8 goals. Robin Hood 3 – Hamilton Parish 3 In the opener, Robin Hood and Hamilton Parish scored in stoppage time to end their match in a 3 – 3 draw. Nathan Furbert gave Robin Hood the lead in the... Read more of this article
187 Yachts Set For Newport Race On Friday
A fleet of 187 sailing yachts are set to take part in the 635-nautical mile Newport Bermuda Race starting on Friday, June 17th. A spokesperson said, “With a forecast that looks fresh to frightening for at least the first 36 to 48 hours of the race, a fleet of 187 sailing yachts is set to take on the challenge of the Newport Bermuda Race tomorrow... Read more of this article
Nikki Bascome To Fight Waseem El Sinawi
[Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome will face Waseem El Sinawi at The Shed in Dockyard next Saturday [June 25], with the Canadian drafted in to replace Kevin Hylton. Hylton was initially scheduled to meet Bascome in the island’s West End on May 28; however, the bout was postponed the day before the fight after the Jamaican missed his connecting... Read more of this article
Jessica Lewis Appointed To WindReach Board
The Directors of WindReach have announced the appointment of Jessica Lewis to the Board, noting that the Paralympian and Parapan record holder is their “most high-profile alumna.” A spokesperson said, “The charity celebrates all abilities and exists to support and enrich the quality of life for those with special needs. Ms Lewis, who has... Read more of this article
