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BOA To Promote Long-Term Athlete Development
The Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] is getting set to host a special conference this weekend for board members of Bermuda’s various sports governing bodies [NSGBs] in order to to promote the long-term development of the island’s athletes. A spokesperson said, “Hosted and organised by the BOA’s Standards Committee, the Long-Term Athlete... Read more of this article
Wells Named To EA Sports FIFA Team Of Week
EA Sports has unveiled its most recent Team of the Week for its popular FIFA 20 video game, with Bermuda’s Nahki Wells being named as one of the team’s members. The footballer, who plays for the Queens Park Rangers, started the new year off with a bang when he notched a hat trick in a match that saw his club defeat Cardiff City by a score of 6 –... Read more of this article
Bermuda Referees Recognized At Presentation
The Bermuda Football Association Chairman of Referees Crenstant Williams and President Mark Wade were on hand inside the Clyde Best Center of Excellence to present Bermuda Referee Awards to four members of the Bermuda Referee Association. First there was the official presentation of the FIFA Badges to FIFA Assistant Referee Tashun Simons. Then they... Read more of this article
Rotary Club Christmas Essay Contest Winners
The Pembroke Rotary Club has announced the winners of its Christmas essay competition, along with those who received honourable mentions. A spokesperson said, “For the past four years, the Pembroke Rotary club has sponsored a Christmas essay competition, open to students of all schools in elementary, middle and senior levels. “The chairperson... Read more of this article
Northern Echo Highlights Justin Donawa
In advance of the next round of the FA Trophy, The Northern Echo has highlighted Bermudian footballer Justin Donawa, noting that he is team’s second-top highest scorer with eight goals. The report said, “Progressing in the next round of the FA Trophy and retaining a place in the Darlington starting XI are the dual targets for Justin Donawa... Read more of this article
Salayah Stange Wins Heather Nova Competition
Salayah Stange is this year’s winner of the Bermuda Festival Heather Nova Singer/Song Writer competition, with the young singer set to receive a cash prize, perform at the Bermuda Festival events, and professionally record one of her songs. Ms. Nova said, “I am thrilled to announce that this year’s winner of the annual Heather Nova... Read more of this article
Armstrong Reaches Invitational Podium Twice
Nathan Armstrong recently represented Pompton Lakes at the Tom Zaccone Invitational Indoor Track Meet at the FDU-Rothman Center. Armstrong clocked a personal best time of 1:30.8, finishing second in the Men’s Varsity 600 meters race. He then recorded a time of 2:49.0 on his way to finishing third in the Men’s Varsity 1000 meters. Related Stories Armstrong... Read more of this article
Pedal For Paralympics Fundraiser On January 12
The Bermuda Paralympic Association [BPARAS] will be hosting a charity cycling event dubbed ‘Pedal for Paralympics’ on Sunday, January 12 starting at 9.45am from Dockyard and finishing at Ferry Reach Park. Registration costs $25 if done prior to the event or $30 if done on the day of the event; all participants who raise $100 in pledges will... Read more of this article
World Para Athletics Highlights Jessica Lewis
The official website of World Para Athletics recently highlighted Bermuda’s Jessica Lewis, noting that the athlete has “made history” for the island “multiple times.” The story said, “Jessica Lewis has made history for Bermuda multiple times, most recently by winning two Parapan American Games titles at Lima 2019.” “The... Read more of this article
Bobb Shines In Southern Maryland Classic
Caitlyn Bobb represented Harford Tech at the Southern Maryland Classic at the Prince George’s County Sportsplex. Bobb recorded the fastest preliminary time during the 55 meter dash as she clocked 7.26, she then clocked the fastest semi-final time of 7.23 heading to the final. In the final, Bobb finished second behind state leader Victoria Perrow... Read more of this article
Chef Chiko Donates $2000 To Help 2-Year-Old
Chef Michiko Campbell donated $2000 to assist a 2-year-old boy with medical needs, with the funds having been raised at the Chiko’s Smokey Rub Christmas Charity Event. A spokesperson said, “The fifth annual Chiko’s Smokey Rub Christmas Charity Event took place on Sunday, December 22, 2019 with the event very successful feeding over 900 people,... Read more of this article
Police Rugby Team Assists Injured Kite Surfer
A number of players from the Bermuda Police rugby team recently assisted a kite surfer when he was heard calling for help from the water. Team member Artie Darrell explained, “A male kite surfer dislocated his ankle and was having difficulty getting back to shore. “The Bermuda Police rugby team was doing fitness and training on Elbow Beach when... Read more of this article
