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Column: Kim Swan On Fairmont Southampton
[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] We stand at a pivotal moment in Bermuda’s journey toward progress, prosperity and fairness for all. Ground has been broken on the long-awaited redevelopment of the Fairmont Southampton Princess—a project that represents more than just construction. It is a powerful symbol of renewal, one that promises to create... Read more of this article
Camiko Smith Starts Strong In Championships
[Written by Kim Swan] The Bermuda Triangle Contingent all came out firing on all cylinders firing each Eagles and birdies in the early morning completion of Day to put themselves in position to make the cut going into the final round. Camiko Smith lead the way making birdies on holes eight and nine to conclude his round with an outstanding two under... Read more of this article
Jones & West Aim For Flawless Play On Day 2
[Written by Kim Swan] Nick Jones and Eric West are both mindful that they played well enough to be within the cut line – save and except for costly intermittent lapses – that leaves them both having to play flawless for their next 21 holes to have a realistic chance of making the cut. Nick Jones was positioned well after his first 9 holes... Read more of this article
Local Players In Butterfield Championships
[Written by Kim Swan] PGA Tour Butterfield Bermuda Championship – Camiko Smith inside Cut Line – Darkness Stops Play On an extremely windy day at Port Royal less 29 players were able to shoot 68 or lower and when you consider that all of the three Par 5’s are reachable in two shots to the modern PGA Tour Player the efforts of our local... Read more of this article
Kim Swan Reflects On Serving As Chairman
For the past three years Kim Swan, Junior Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport has served as Chairman of the Bermuda Government Golf Courses [Port Royal & Ocean View] until September 4th, 2024. “The former PGA European Tour member had been on medical leave since July 11th and Deputy Chairman Vincent Hollinsid presided over the golf... Read more of this article
Column: Lost Ring Finds Missing Golf Links
[Column written by Kim Swan] In 1895 Surgeon Major Creagh, A.M.S. Boaz offered a reward for the return of a precious ring lost in Ireland Island where The Royal Naval Dockyard was located. We are not sure if Surgeon Major Creagh found the the precious stone, but, because of his description, 129 years later we have found evidence that the British military... Read more of this article
Column: Bermuda A Golf Hub Since The 1800s
[Column written by Kim Swan] Over a century ago, Bermuda emerged as a golf destination, enhancing its tourism by drawing influential figures and establishing numerous golf courses since the 1800s. Bermuda, with the most golf courses per square mile of any country, came about because the desirability of Bermuda as a golf mecca was identified over 100... Read more of this article
Column: Swan On St. George’s Island & More
[Column written by Kim Swan] We are celebrating the birth of golf in Bermuda and thank the British military for transporting the game to Bermuda in the 1800s through at least two Garrison Golf Links in St. George’s and Prospect. We in St. George’s proudly proclaim that “it all started in St. George’s,” and as it relates... Read more of this article
Column: Kim Swan On Belmont Club’s Legacy
[Column written by Kim Swan] In our series of articles associated with the centennial recognition of Belmont Golf Club, Bermuda in 1924, we explore the swell of interest in the development of golf courses in Bermuda that eventually exploded in the roaring twenties. The Belmont Manor Hotel & Golf Hole #18 It has long been an anomaly – what... Read more of this article
Kim Swan Thankful Following Medical Ordeal
St. George’s West MP Kim Swan is recovering following an unexpected 10-day medical ordeal after he experienced serious complications during an outpatient surgery. A spokesperson said, “MP Kim Swan took medical leave when he was admitted for outpatient surgery nearly two weeks ago – along with a period to convalescence. Unfortunately there... Read more of this article
Column: Kim Swan’s Tribute to Chesley Trott
[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] I offer this tribute in honour of the life of Chesley Trott. Although my art teacher during my years attending Warwick Secondary School in the early 1970s, it was through golf at Port Royal Golf Course from 1971 that we truly came to know each other. To Maria, Chet, Velda, Teacher May and their families, I offer... Read more of this article
Opinion: Kim Swan On OBA, Health Costs & More
[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] The One Bermuda Alliance’s recent series of opinion columns said in several hundred words what they could have simply said in five. “Let’s do nothing for Bermudians.” The One Bermuda Alliance may be oblivious to the real financial struggles that Bermudians are facing but we within the Progressive... Read more of this article
