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One Comm Excited About Family Zone
[Written by Stephen Wright] Shira Jatto, the One Communications marketing communications director, believes partnering with the Skyport Magic Mile as a gold sponsor is the perfect way for the company to engage with the local community in a “meaningful way.” The telecoms provider has come on board as a sponsor of the iconic junior race for the first... Read more of this article
Saundre Simmons Set For Third Pro Fight
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will look to continue his education in the paid ranks when he faces Marcell Sams Jr in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday [March 2]. Simmons [2-0] faces American Sams [1-9] in a four-round cruiserweight contest at the Labcity Sports, Training and Events Centre. The 26-year-old... Read more of this article
Sol Delighted To Sponsor Magic Mile Timing
Che Barker, the Sol Petroleum Bermuda Limited retail sales executive, said he is delighted the company will be the timing sponsor for the Skyport Magic Mile on Saturday [March 2]. Mr Barker told Bernews: “Sol Petroleum, along with our Esso service stations, has always felt part of the community, so it’s great for us to be out here as the timing... Read more of this article
Dr Brock Happy To Inspire Next Generation
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dr Malcolm Brock has stressed the importance of persistence in the face of adversity after being recognised by the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club as part of their Black History Month celebrations. A professor of surgery and oncology at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins University of Medicine, Dr Brock was honoured alongside... Read more of this article
Lightbourne Pays Tribute To Chris Nicholl
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kyle Lightbourne has paid tribute to his former Walsall manager, Chris Nicholl, who passed away aged 77 on Saturday [February 24]. It was under Nicholl that Lightbourne enjoyed the best years of his playing career, describing the former Northern Ireland international as an “outstanding manager” who helped “put me on... Read more of this article
Security Associates Thrilled To Sponsor Event
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dr Carlton C. Crockwell Sr, the chairman and chief executive of Security Associates Limited, said he was delighted to have secured a five-year sponsorship partnership with the Skyport Magic Mile. Security Associates, a security management company formed in 2010, will sponsor the SA Kids Village at the Flora Duffy Stadium... Read more of this article
Dage Minors Fondly Remembers Magic Mile
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dage Minors has fond memories of first experiencing the thrill of running in front of a sizeable crowd when he competed in the Skyport Magic Mile as a five-year-old. The island’s top middle-distance runner participated in the annual junior race, then the Telford Magic Mile, throughout his childhood and believes it helped... Read more of this article
Bermuda Under-20 Make Winning Start
[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda Under-20 national team made a perfect start to their Concacaf Under-20 Championship qualifying campaign after defeating Grenada 2-1 at the SKNFA Technical Centre in Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis, today [February 24]. Coach Cecoy Robinson’s side opened the scoring in the 37th minute through winger Sachiel Ming... Read more of this article
Remember When: Wells In League Cup Final
[Written by Stephen Wright] It has been 11 years to the day since Nahki Wells became the first Bermudian to play in a major English cup final when he reached the League Cup final with Bradford City in the 2012-13 season. The final was played at the new Wembley Stadium, making the forward the first Bermudian to play at the iconic venue. Bradford, who... Read more of this article
Dr Carika Weldon On Being A Role Model
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dr Carika Weldon said she was overcome with pride after being recognised by the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club as part of their Black History Month celebrations. She will be honoured alongside fellow prominent Black Bermudians in the medical field, Dr Terry-Lynne Emery and Dr Malcolm Brock, at a celebration dinner tomorrow... Read more of this article
Sanaa Rae Morris On Pacers And Magic Mile
[Written by Stephen Wright] Although Sanaa Rae Morris never actually competed in the Skyport Magic Mile, she credits the Bermuda Pacers Track Club, the organisers of the annual event, for fuelling her passion for running. Rae Morris ran for Pacers for more than six years, representing them at overseas meets and believes those experiences at a tender... Read more of this article
Scott Barnes Signs For Maranello Kart USA
[Written by Stephen Wright] Scott Barnes has agreed to drive for Maranello Kart USA for the remainder of the year, admitting their offer was “too good to turn down.” The island’s top driver was offered the deal after impressing on his first outing for them in the Roc USA Florida Winter Tour second round at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex last... Read more of this article
Willy James Playing For Saskatoon Blades
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian-born ice hockey player Willy James has made the most of his opportunities since signing for the Saskatoon Blades in the Western Hockey League [WHL] – the top major junior league in Canada. Rookie James, who signed a WHL Scholarship and Development agreement in March last year, spent the first eight years of his... Read more of this article
Remember When: Nikki Bascome Makes Debut
[Written by Stephen Wright] Today marks ten years since boxer Nikki Bascome made his professional debut when he defeated Jorge Quintero by unanimous decision at the Highlands County Fairgrounds in Sebring, Florida. Despite launching his career overseas, Bascome has never since fought outside Bermuda, with the welterweight carving out a niche for himself... Read more of this article
Liam Evans Starts ‘Athletic Edge’ Podcast
[Written by Stephen Wright] Liam Evans, a Bermuda national team footballer and certified strength and conditioning coach, has launched a podcast for coaches, athletes, and parents interested in learning more about improving athletic performance. Evans released the first two episodes of The Athletic Edge podcast this week, interviewing Alena Luciani,... Read more of this article
Fight City Quartet To Compete In Ohio
[Written by Stephen Wright] Muay Thai fighter Ashton Bell will be eyeing his second title at the Tournament of Champions at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio, next week. Bell [10-2] claimed the super-middleweight crown in the Novice Division when he debuted at the tournament in Des Moines, Iowa, in 2021. The 29-year-old, who represents Fight... Read more of this article
