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Squash Team To Compete In Pan Am Qualifiers
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda will send a men’s team of Noah Browne, Taylor Carrick and Anaya Smith to the Pan American Qualifying Squash Championships. Micah Franklin, the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association head of squash, will not attend the competition because of a conflicting personal trip. The championships will be in Cartagena, Colombia,... Read more of this article
Mbelenzi Comments On Bermuda Day Race
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dennis Mbelenzi insists there is “no controversy” surrounding his recent participation in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby and hopes he did not cause any pain or upset by crossing the finish line first. Mbelenzi, who lived on the island from 2007 to 2019, was the first runner home on Friday [May 26], finishing... Read more of this article
Robinson Agrees To Stay At Whitehawk FC
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda winger Luke Robinson has agreed to remain at non-league side Whitehawk FC for next season. Robinson helped the East Sussex side win promotion after defeating Hythe Town 1-0 in the Isthmian League East Division play-off final last month. They will play in the seventh tier of English football next term. The club tweeted:... Read more of this article
Boxing: Andre Lambe Earns Stoppage Win
[Written by Stephen Wright] Andre Lambe improved his professional boxing record to eight straight wins after stopping Filipino Ronniel Tabayag in the main event at The Shed in Dockyard last night [May 27]. Lambe utilised his superior reach and technique to impressive effect, keeping the significantly shorter Tabayag [6-3-1] out of range and seemingly... Read more of this article
Nikki Bascome Wins By Unanimous Decision
[Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome believes he fought a “great fight” after winning an enthralling rematch with Filipino Alvin Lagumbay at The Shed in Dockyard last night [May 27]. The 32-year-old dominated much of the eight-round welterweight contest, winning by unanimous decision to improve his professional record to 12 victories from 13... Read more of this article
Jacob Madeiros Makes All-Region Team In US
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros has been recognised as one of the top players in his region following his impressive displays for May River High School in Bluffton, South Carolina. In addition to being named All-Region, the 16-year-old won the Most Valuable Player award for the May River varsity team and has been named... Read more of this article
Keziah Martin Signs For Boston United
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian midfielder Keziah Martin has signed for Vanarama National League North side Boston United. The 23-year-old was released by Kidderminster Harriers this week, having played his part in helping them gain promotion to the Vanarama National League. After completing his move to Boston, he tweeted: “A new chapter, buzzing... Read more of this article
Videos: Mayho & Olander Win Cycle Race
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dominique Mayho extended his dominance in the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race after winning a sixth men’s title today [May 26]. Cameron Morris, one of the island’s top young cyclists came second, and Kavin Smith rounded out the podium in the 12.2-mile race from York Street, St George’s, to Cedar Avenue, Hamilton. “The... Read more of this article
Video: Marshall & Lindsay Win Half Marathon
[Updated + Written by Stephen Wright] Lamont Marshall has become a four-times Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby champion, having finished the iconic race as the first local runner today [May 26]. Marshall, who also triumphed in 2016, 2018 and 2019, finished the 13-mile race from St George’s to Bernard Park in 1hr 14min 23sec. Sean Trott came runner-up... Read more of this article
Josef Ferreira Tipped For Boxing Success
[Written by Stephen Wright] Despite being just 15 years old, Josef Ferreira is already being tipped for “big things” by those inside the Bermudian boxing fraternity. The CedarBridge Academy student, who first laced up the gloves aged nine, has caught the eye fighting on amateur undercards, impressing with his composure, smooth combinations... Read more of this article
Bangladesh Cricket Appoint David Hemp
[Written by Stephen Wright] Former Bermuda batter David Hemp has been appointed as head and batting coach of the Bangladesh High-Performance cricket team on a two-year deal. Hemp, who represented Bermuda at the ICC World Cup in the West Indies in 2007, served as head coach of the Pakistan women’s team from 2020 to 2022. The 52-year-old had a prolific... Read more of this article
Kole Hall Signs New Deal With Chester
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda forward Kole Hall has signed a new contract at Vanarama National League North side Chester. The 24-year-old, who joined Chester last summer from National League side Altrincham, made 32 appearances this season, notching seven goals and four assists. Chester finished third in the table to reach the play-offs, losing... Read more of this article
Mbelenzi On Bermuda Day Half Marathon
[Written by Stephen Wright] Former island resident Dennis Mbelenzi believes three-times champion Lamont Marshall is the man to beat in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby on Friday [May 26]. With Chris Estwanik, an eight-times winner, opting not to defend his title, a new men’s champion will be crowned this year, with Mbelenzi expected to be among the... Read more of this article
Thompson Wins Dance Contest In England
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian Russian Thompson displayed her “star quality” by winning two dance routines at the All-England Freestyle Championships in Stockport, Greater Manchester, at the weekend. The nine-year-old, representing Empowered Studios – the leading dance school in Salford – claimed top honours in a slow and fast routine... Read more of this article
Todd Wins Manager’s Award At Sandhurst Town
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Aunde Russell Todd has been recognised for his impressive displays for non-league side Sandhurst Town FC this season, receiving the Manager’s Player of the Year award. Todd helped Town win the Combined Counties League Division One title, with the team having to play a staggering seven matches in ten... Read more of this article
Todd & Dyer Aim To Win Medals In Bali
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Todd will look to retain his Glory Rules and K1 junior titles at the World Kickboxing and Karate Association [WKA] World Championships in Bali, Indonesia, next month. Todd emerged as Bermuda’s golden competitor at the previous championships in Prestatyn, Wales, in November last year, winning both his events in... Read more of this article
