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Island Filming Commences For Clyde Best Story
Filming is underway in Bermuda for Transforming the Beautiful Game, The Clyde Best Story. A spokesperson said, “Filming is underway in Bermuda this week for Transforming the Beautiful Game, The Clyde Best Story. This feature-length documentary will delve into the history of racial discrimination in the English Football League through stories... Read more of this article
Photos, Video, 360: Clyde Best Mural & Market
The Clyde Best ‘Mural Wall introduction and Vendor Event’ was held last night [July 22] in the west end, with entertainment, vendors, speeches and more, with no shortage of ‘Somerset colours’ on display throughout the evening. The painting on the wall along Clyde Best Lane — which was officially named after the legendary... Read more of this article
Clyde Best Lane Road Closure On July 22nd
There will be a “Mural Wall introduction and Vendor Event” on Clyde Best Lane in Somerset on Friday [July 22] and the road will be closed from 6:00pm to 12:00am. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that Somerset Cricket Club will be holding a Mural Wall introduction and Vendor... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & 360: Clyde Best Art Mural
An intricate and extensive mural depicting Clyde Best’s football journey is being created next to Somerset Cricket Club. The painting on the wall along Clyde Best Lane — which was officially named after the legendary footballer back in 2014 — includes a portrait of the Bermudian icon in his West Ham United kit and various action images... Read more of this article
Video: Documentary To Feature Clyde Best
A feature-length documentary depicting the life of Bermudian football legend Clyde Best is underway, it was announced today. “Through exclusive interviews and unseen footage, the documentary will touch on topical themes including racism in sports, combating discrimination and systematic change,” a spokesperson said. “While it’s... Read more of this article
Legends Lunch With Dr John Carlos & Clyde Best
The Bermuda Black Golfers Week is set to launch at the Weekend Preview event from November 5-6., which will include the Legends Lunch featuring Olympic medalist Dr. John Carlos — who raised his fist on the podium in the 1968 Olympics — and Bermuda’s own football trailblazer Clyde Best. A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda Black Golfers... Read more of this article
Clyde Best Highlighted As “Pioneer Black Player”
West Ham United recently highlighted Clyde Best, calling the Bermudian football legend “one of the pioneer black players in English football.” A story on West Ham United’s website said, “The Premier League’s admirable No Room For Racism message came across loud and clear at every one of its matches last weekend and will do again... Read more of this article
Wells: Clyde Best Has Been An ‘Inspiration’
Professional footballer Nahki Wells says Clyde Best has “long been an inspiration” as he “was the first footballer to really emerge from Bermuda” and “put the island on the map.” The 26-year-old Huddersfield player was speaking with the Examiner, which reported, “These days it’s Huddersfield Town striker Nahki... Read more of this article
Daily Mail Features Football Legend Clyde Best
Bermudian football legend Clyde Best has been featured in the Daily Mail, with the publication outlining the racism that the player faced during his early days in the sport, and also highlighting the recent release of his autobiography. The story said “Clyde Best distinctly remembers the fear when he opened the letter. It was the 1970-71 season and... Read more of this article
Clyde Best Signs Autobiography In UK
West Ham United legend Clyde Best was at London Stadium earlier this week in order to sign copies of his new autobiography, ‘The Acid Test’, ahead of the team’s Premier League clash against Burnley. West Ham’s website said, “The Hammers cult hero has travelled over from his home in Bermuda for the launch of the book, which explores... Read more of this article
Book Signing For Clyde Best’s Autobiography
Bermudian football legend Clyde Best will be at the Bookmart at Brown & Co in Wednesday [Nov 16] at 6.30pm in order to sign copies of his autobiography, titled ‘The Acid Test.’ Mr. Best — one of the top athletes that Bermuda has ever produced — traveled to the UK from Bermuda to play for West Ham United in 1968, where he... Read more of this article
Video: Clyde Best SCC Scholarships Awarded
In a presentation held at Clyde Best Lane in Sandys, three young people were named as the recipients of the second annual Clyde Best Scholarship Awards. The three young people — Tahzeiko Harris, Kayla Corday and Jaellan Greaves — all expressed their appreciation for the scholarships. Clyde Best — a former professional football player... Read more of this article
