Hashtag: #StephenWrightReports
Tyler Kerr Set For Pro Fight In Thailand
[Written by Stephen Wright] Tyler Kerr will face an experienced Thai opponent in a professional Muay Thai fight at the JF Boxing Stadium in Pattaya, Thailand, tomorrow [March 5]. Kerr is two months into a six-month immersive Muay Thai experience in Thailand, training at respected gyms, fighting on local shows, and embracing the culture. The 28-year-old... Read more of this article
Saundre Simmons Wins By Stoppage
[Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons won his third straight fight after stopping Marcell Sams Jr in the first round in Charlotte, North Carolina, yesterday [March 2]. It appeared to be a glancing left hook that dropped Sams [1-10], who rose to his feet but showed little interest in continuing, with the referee stopping the contest... Read more of this article
Leverock Retires From International Cricket
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock has announced his retirement from international cricket in the wake of Bermuda’s exit from the Super Six Stage of the ICC World Cup Challenge League Play-off in Malaysia. The all-rounder was absent from the Bermuda team that lost to Bahrain by 30 runs [DLS Method] at the Bayuemas Oval, Pandamaran, today [March... Read more of this article
Lindo’s Race Looks To Raise $25k For Charity
[Written by Stephen Wright] Organisers of the Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race will hope to raise more than $25,000 for the Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] as the event marks its 25th anniversary. The event, which features a 10k run, 4-mile competitive walk, and 4-mile fun run/walk, starts at Lindo’s Family Foods in Warwick and finishes at Lindo’s... Read more of this article
Sean Trott Eyes Third Lindo’s Race Title
[Written by Stephen Wright] Sean Trott will be eyeing a third title when he competes in the Lindo’s to Lindo’s 10K Run on Sunday [March 3]. The defending champion will be among the top contenders in the annual race – which is celebrating its 25th anniversary – starting at Lindo’s Family Foods in Warwick and finishing at Lindo’s Market in... Read more of this article
Riana Robinson: Top Tips For Magic Mile
[Written by Stephen Wright] Riana Robinson, a Bermuda Pacers Track Club athlete, has shared her top tips for the boys and girls competing in the Skyport Magic Mile at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday [March 2]. Among her tips for the annual iconic junior race include stretching and warming up. “What I love most about running track with Pacers... Read more of this article
Simons Hoping For Big Magic Mile Turnout
[Written by Stephen Wright] Schools will be vying for prizes in the Skyport Magic Mile at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday [March 2], with cash donations on offer to those with the highest participation numbers. The school with the most entries in preschool, primary, middle, and high school will receive $200 from Skyport, who came on board as the... Read more of this article
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
