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DeRosa Marks First For Bermuda At Games

DeRosa Marks First For Bermuda At Games

Among a number of accomplishments for the island at the 2022 Commonwealth Games was the historic appearance by Tiara DeRosa, who became the first Bermudian woman to compete in the discus throw at this level. According to the listings on the official website, DeRosa’s appearance at the Games marked only the second time Bermuda has been represented... Read more of this article

Video: DeRosa Makes Commonwealth Debut

Video: DeRosa Makes Commonwealth Debut

[Written by Stephen Wright] Tiara DeRosa said it was an “eye-opening experience” competing in the discus final at the Commonwealth Games but said she learnt some valuable lessons and was proud to represent Bermuda on the world stage. DeRosa finished in eleventh place with a best throw of 45.79 metres in her third attempt in front of a... Read more of this article

DeRosa Nominated For NCAA Woman Of Year

DeRosa Nominated For NCAA Woman Of Year

Bermuda’s Tiara DeRosa – who represents Mississippi Valley State University – has been selected as a nominee for the prestigious 2021 NCAA Woman Of The Year award. The school’s announcement said “The 2021 Southwestern Athletic Conference Champion in the women’s shot-put and discus events, Tiara DeRosa has been selected... Read more of this article

DeRosa Wins Another Gold Medal At SWAC

DeRosa Wins Another Gold Medal At SWAC

A day after being crowned the SWAC Women’s Shot Put Female Champion, Bermudian athlete Tiara DeRosa was on top the podium yet again. Representing Mississippi Valley State, DeRosa had a top toss of 48.01  during the Women’s Discus Throw. A delighted DeRosa said, “I was tired this morning, and my shoulders were tight so I stretched them out.... Read more of this article

DeRosa Wins SWAC Championship Gold Medal

DeRosa Wins SWAC Championship Gold Medal

Just days after graduating with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and Math Magna Cum Laude [High Honors], Tiara DeRosa was crowned the SWAC Women’s Shot Put Female Champion. Representing Mississippi Valley State, DeRosa had a top toss of 14.29m, which came on her 3rd attempt. DeRosa’s first attempt went 13.09m, the 2nd attempt went a little further... Read more of this article

DeRosa Finishes Second In I-20 Twilight Meet

DeRosa Finishes Second In I-20 Twilight Meet

Tiara DeRosa represented Mississippi Valley State University at the I-20 Twilight Track Meet. The Bermudian athlete competed in the women’s shot-put, finishing second with a top toss of 13.17m or 43 feet 2.5 inches. Related Stories DeRosa Competes At Joe Walker Invitational Tiara DeRosa Competes In Jaguar Invitational Tiara DeRosa Competes In Jaguar... Read more of this article

DeRosa Competes At Joe Walker Invitational

DeRosa Competes At Joe Walker Invitational

After competing in two preliminary meets to begin the outdoor season, Tiara DeRosa and her Mississippi Valley State Track & Field teammates traveled to Oxford, Mississippi to participate in the Joe Walker Invitational on the campus of the University of Mississippi. DeRosa finished 10th in the women’s discus, with a top toss of 44.72m or 146... Read more of this article

DeRosa Competes At Al Schmidt Bulldog Relays

DeRosa Competes At Al Schmidt Bulldog Relays

Tiara DeRosa represented Mississippi Valley State University at the Al Schmidt Bulldog Relays. DeRosa competed in the Women’s Shot Put finishing 8th with a top toss of 12.35m. She recorded one legal throw which came on her third attempt. During the Women’s Discus Throw, DeRosa finished 3rd with a top toss of 45.77m. DeRosa began with a foul, before... Read more of this article

DeRosa Wins Two Gold Medals In Challenge

DeRosa Wins Two Gold Medals In Challenge

Tiara DeRosa represented Mississippi Valley State University at the 2021 Carey College Challenge, making an impressive showing to claim two gold medals. DeRosa picked up the win in the Women’s Discus Throw with a top toss of 44.42m or 145 feet 9 inches. Of the 23 competitors, DeRosa had the best throw in the first attempt with a distance of 40.56m,... Read more of this article

DeRosa Finishes 3rd In SWAC Championships

DeRosa Finishes 3rd In SWAC Championships

Tiara DeRosa concluded competing in the 2021 Southwestern Athletic Conference [SWAC] Women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships inside the Birmingham Crossplex in Alabama. DeRosa, representing Mississippi Valley State, competed in the women’s weight throw where she won the bronze medal finishing 3rd with a top toss of 15.88m or 52 feet, 1.25... Read more of this article

DeRosa Finishes 2nd In SWAC Championships

DeRosa Finishes 2nd In SWAC Championships

Tiara DeRosa began competing in the 2021 Southwestern Athletic Conference [SWAC] Women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships at the Birmingham Crossplex in Alabama, DeRosa — representing Mississippi Valley State — competed in the shot put, picked up the silver medal finishing 2nd with a top toss of 13.21m or 43 feet, 4.25 inches. Related... Read more of this article

Tiara DeRosa Competes In Jaguar Invitational

Tiara DeRosa Competes In Jaguar Invitational

Tiara DeRosa and her Mississippi Valley Track and Field teammates competed in the Jaguar Invitational Indoor Track Meet. During the women’s shot put, DeRosa finished 12th with a top toss of 12.45m, and she also competed in the women’s weight throw finishing 15th with a top toss of 13.95m. Related Stories DeRosa Competes At Joe Walker Invitational Tiara... Read more of this article