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Cooper On Coaching Badges, Ambitions & More
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dashun Cooper believes he is ready for the next step in his goalkeeping coaching journey in England after gaining his Uefa B License last week. The Bermudian, who received his Uefa Goalkeeping B Licence in October last year, has gained plenty of part-time coaching experience since leaving the island in November 2021. He... Read more of this article
Sean Trott On Bermuda Day Half Marathon
[Written by Stephen Wright] Sean Trott said he is embracing the pressure of being a title contender for the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby and focusing on staying relaxed and running his race. With Chris Estwanik, an eight-times winner, opting not to defend his title, a new men’s champion will be crowned this year, and Trott, a runner-up on three occasions,... Read more of this article
Mayho Targets Sixth Sinclair Packwood Title
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dominique Mayho aims to solidify his position as the most successful male rider in Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race history. He clinched his fifth title last year to pull two ahead of Kris Hedges and Wayne Scott, who made their mark on the annual competition with three wins each. Mayho, who also won in 2012, 2013, 2018 and... Read more of this article
Muay Thai Squad Named For TBA Worlds
[Written by Stephen Wright] Fight City Muay Thai and Fitness will send a team of ten athletes to compete at the annual TBA Muay Thai Expo World Championships in Des Moines, Iowa, next month. The Classic, running from June 21-25, is the largest Muay Thai tournament in the world, with more than 1,000 amateur competitors vying for honours in various weight... Read more of this article
Barnes Steps Down As Karting Club President
[Written by Stephen Wright] Scott Barnes has stepped down as the Bermuda Karting Club president, having held the position for three years. Jason North has succeeded Barnes, who said he is proud of his achievements and has backed the new committee, voted in last week, to “keep the ball rolling”. Barnes told Bernews: “The club is in great shape... Read more of this article
Perinchief Looking Forward To USATF Meet
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief believes he is in his best shape “physically and mentally” since transitioning from the high jump to the triple jump. His decision in 2019 to switch events because of persistent injuries has proved a wise one, with the 25-year-old enjoying a sublime first season as a professional... Read more of this article
Bascome Training Hard For Upcoming Match
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda boxer Nikki Bascome said he is braced for another tough test when he faces his former opponent Alvin Lagumbay at The Shed in Dockyard next Saturday [May 27]. Bascome [11-1-0] defeated Lagumbay [14-6-1] by a unanimous decision at the Victualling Yard in Dockyard in June 2019 in an entertaining encounter and expects... Read more of this article
Martin Reflects On Kidderminster Promotion
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian midfielder Keziah Martin has reflected on his “unforgettable” season with Kidderminster Harriers after helping them gain promotion to the Vanarama National League. Harriers achieved a first promotion in 23 years after winning the National League North play-off final with a 2-0 win away to Brackley Town last... Read more of this article
‘Flora Of Bermuda’ Race Horse Finishes Fourth
[Written by Stephen Wright] Simon Scupham, the Bermuda Thoroughbred Racing [BTR] chairman, hopes Dame Flora Duffy’s “magic dust” will rub off on the syndicate’s latest addition named in honour of the Olympic gold medalist and multiple time world champion. Flora Of Bermuda was purchased for 340,000 guineas from Longways Stables at the recent... Read more of this article
Top Names To Compete In USATF Grand Prix
[Written by Stephen Wright] Former Jamaican sprinter Asafa Powell will be among the top names heading to the island for the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday [May 21]. Powell, 40, has twice held the 100 metres world record and won gold medals in the 4×100 relays at the Olympic Games and World Championships. He retired... Read more of this article
Hollis Enjoying Challenge Of Top Division
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda batter Dennico Hollis believes he will rise to the challenge of testing himself against higher-calibre bowlers in the Western Premiership One in Scotland this season. Hollis, who helped Stenhousemuir Cricket Club win the Western Premiership Two title last summer, said there is a step up in class between the two divisions... Read more of this article
Marco Warren: Legend, Leader, Father, Footballer
[Written by Stephen Wright] Tributes have poured in for Bermuda footballer Marco Warren who died following a suspected hit-and-run incident in Hamilton Parish early Sunday morning. He captained PHC Zebras to the Premier Division and Friendship Trophy titles this season, earning the top-flight’s Most Valuable Player award for the second successive... Read more of this article
Dame Flora Duffy Provides Update On Injury
[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy said she hopes to return to action for the Paris Test Event in August after revealing she is recovering from a long-term knee injury. The four-time world champion triathlete took to social media yesterday [May 15] to reveal she needed injections to help her battle through the end of last season after a scan... Read more of this article
Andre Lambe Ready To Shine In Main Event
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian boxer Andre Lambe said he is determined to dazzle as the headline act when he faces Filipino Ronniel Tabayag at The Shed in Dockyard next Saturday [May 27]. Lambe will look to extend his perfect record of seven successive wins when he meets Tabayag [6-2-1] in a six-round welterweight contest. He insists his training... Read more of this article
Smith Wins Medal In Regional Championships
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda triathlete Tyler Smith claimed a medal at the Central America and Caribbean Championships in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, on Saturday [May 13]. Smith finished the sprint-distance race – 750-metre swim, 20-kilometre bike and 5km run – in 50min 08sec. His splits were 8:42, 25:35 and 14:26. “I went all in to... Read more of this article
On De Bounce Win 3 On 3 Basketball Tournament
[Written by Stephen Wright] On de Bounce have been crowned the Women’s Basketball Bermuda 3 on 3 League champions. The competition, which featured four teams and around 20 players, was held at Warwick Academy on Sundays over the past two months. The Kool Rockets came runners-up. Erica Woods, of On de Bounce, was named the Most Valuable Player, while... Read more of this article
