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Terceira Back In International Action In Belgium

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira took to the center ring on the third day of the Horseman Elite International Horse Jumping Event in Belgium. Riding Escalada, Terceira finished 67th in the 1.40m CSI3* in 2 Phases – 1st Phase Table A – 2nd Phase Table C Class, the pair clocked a time of 56.54, but they […]

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Jillian Terceira Competes In The Netherlands

Jillian Terceira competed in the CLUB ASTEN Spring Wedstrijden Paarden International Horse Jumping event in the Netherlands. Competing in the 1.35m ZZ in Two Phases Class, Terceira and Hamlet di Cantero finished 2nd, the pair clocked a Clear First time of 36:82, Terceira and Hamlet di Cantero clocked a Clear Second Phase time of 32:04. […]

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Equestrian: Collins Competes In France

Annabelle Collins competed in the CDI3* Nice Autumn 2019 Dressage event in France. Competing on Joyero VG, Collins finished 12th in the Piste A – Grand Prix Class with a score of 67.587%. Collins and Joyero VG finished 4th in the Freestyle Test Grand Prix Level, the pair recorded a score of 71.725%. Related Stories […]

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Madeiros Helps Berry College Win Opener

Lizzy Madeiros and her Berry College Equestrian teammates recently traveled to Auburn Alabama to compete in the first show of the season. Maderios and her Berry College teammates finished first out of 14 teams. Maderios competed in two classes, finishing second while competing in the Limit Over Fences Class and finishing third competing in the […]

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Nicholas Lopes Competes In Classic Horse Show

Nicholas Lopes recently competed in the Old Salem Farm Classic Horse Show. Lopes competed in seven classes. During the Back on Track Medal/FW-PHA Medal Class, Lopes and Casino 71 finished fourth. The same pair finished second in the National Children’s Medal Class before finishing fifth in the Children’s Equitation Flat Class. During the 2 Feet […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Dressage Show

[Updated with photos] Under the watchful eyes of judges Brenda Minor from Canada and Omar Zayrik from Mexico, the Bermuda Dressage Group hosted a Two Day event at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Collecting the Junior High Score on Day One was Natalia Tafur riding Edelweiss with a score of 71.290% during the […]

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Equestrian: BHPA Fall Show Results

The Bermuda Horse and Pony Association held their Fall Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The Adult Equitation 3.0’ Champion was Michael Rodrigues, while Kayla Bardgett was crowned the Junior Equitation 15-18 Year Old 3.0’ Champion. The 12-14 Year Old Junior Equitation 2’9” Champion was Cody Rego, while the Junior Equitation Under […]

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Jillian Terceira Begins Competing In Belgium

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira is taking part in the Sentowerpark – Animo Cup I International Horse Jumping Event in Belgium. On Day One Terceira and Chakola finished 41st competing in the 1.15m Table A on Time Class, they clocked a time of 84.92, but they also had 4 Penalty Fault Points. Related Stories Equestrian Patrick […]

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Terceira Wins Table A on Time Class in Belgium

Bermuda’s Jillian Terceira continued taking part in the Sentowerpark – Animo Cup I International Horse Jumping Event in Belgium. On the second day, Terceira and Iluna won the 1.30m Table A on Time Class, they clocked a Clear Round time of 57.36. Terceira competed on two horses in the 1.20m in 2 Phases Special Class, […]

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Equestrian: Madeiros Wins Hunt Seat Class

Lizzy Madeiros and her Berry College Equestrian teammates recently hosted their Fall Classic over two days, which included their first home shows of the season with one Hunt Seat Show on the first day and two Western Shows on the second day. On the first day, Madeiros and her Hunt Seat teammates won, coming out […]

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US “Cinderella Horse” Who Charmed Bermuda

It’s been 60 years since the “Cinderella Horse” rode his way into America’s heart as well as Bermuda’s. Snowman’s unlikely tale has been called “the greatest ‘nags-to-riches’ story since Black Beauty”, and with good reason. A one-time Pennsylvania plow horse, Snowman was purchased for $80 in 1956 while en route to the slaughterhouse. His new […]

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CEA Regional Jumping Challenge On Nov 16

Local showjumping competitors are gearing up to defend Bermuda’s championship title, with the Bermuda round of the 2019 Caribbean Equestrian Association Regional Jumping Challenge [CEA RJC] set to take place at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday, November 16 at 8.30am. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Equestrian Federation expressed its delight that Bermuda will, once […]

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Photos, Video, Results: CEA Jumping Challenge

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Equestrian Federation hosted their Caribbean Equestrian Association 2019 Regional Jumping Challenge and a Support Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The Bermuda Team scored 0 Total Penalty Faults, clocking a time of 168.86. Scoring for Bermuda was Kayla Bardgett who had a Double Clear Round best time of […]

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Equestrian: Inwood Hunter Jumper Show Results

The Inwood Hunter Jumper Show took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Phillip Corriea was crowned the Overall Adult Champion, Alison Dyer-Fagundo was the Reserve Adult Champion, and there was a tie for the Overall Junior Champion with Kayla Bardgett and Tyler James sharing the title. There was also a tie for […]

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BEF Welcome Home Show On December 7 – 8

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation will host The Welcome Home Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street December 7th and 8th. Overseas Riders Raishun Burch and Patrick Nisbett will take part, the show will also feature course designer Heidi Mello who will also judge the event. Team Captains will draw for their team order […]

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BEF Welcome Home Show On Dec 7th & 8th

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation will be hosting the “Welcome Home Show” on December 7th and 8th at the National Equestrian Center. A spokesperson said, “On December 7th and 8th, 2019 the Bermuda Equestrian Federation [BEF] in partnership with the Welcome Home Show Committee invites you to join us at the Welcome Home Show taking place at the National […]

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FEI Dressage World Challenge On December 14

Bermuda dressage enthusiasts are gearing up for the 2019 FEI Dressage World Challenge [DWC] scheduled to be held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday, 14th December. In addition to the FEI WDC, a dressage qualifier for the 2020 Adequan North American Youth Championship [NAYC] will held on both Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December. […]

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Photos/Video/Results: Equestrian Home Show

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Equestrian Federation’s Welcome Home Show took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street with Phillip Correia and his team of Courtney Sims, Stephanie Kemp and Mackenzie James winning with a score of 400.14 points. Patrick Nisbett and his team of Tyler James, Vicki Steele and Jaeda Smith finished […]

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Bermuda Retains Jumping Challenge Title

The 2019 Caribbean Equestrian Association’s Regional Jumping Challenge [CEA RJC] recently came to a successful conclusion for Bermuda’s show jumping riders. A spokesperson said, “For the fourth consecutive year, the Bermuda team has secured the top place against other participating Caribbean countries. “In addition to winning the Team Country division, Bermuda riders also captured the […]

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Terceira Wins Two Phases Class In Belgium

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira was back in action competing in the CSI** Lier International Horse Jumping event in Belgium. During the CSIYH1* – 6-year-old Horse Table A Against the Clock Class, Terceira and First Lady finished 59th clocking a time of 62.46, but they also had 8 Penalty Fault Points. Terceira and Iluna Di Cantero […]

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Jillian Terceira Continues Competing In Belgium

Jillian Terceira was recently back in the center ring competing in the CSI** Lier International Horse Jumping event in Belgium. Terceira, competing in the 1.35m CSI2* Table A in Two Phases Special Class riding Iluna Di Cantero, finished 36th after achieving a clear first phase. They then clocked a second phase time of 29.82, but […]

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Lopes Wins Jumping Class In ESP Holiday Finale

Nicholas Lopes recently competed in the Low Children’s Jumper ESP Holiday Finale Jumping Competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Lopes picked up the win in the 1.0m Low Children’s Jumper II2b in Two Phases Class riding Clinlex; the pair clocked a clear first phase time of 72.68 and a clear second phase time […]

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Ki-Juan Minors Wins Class At WEF Festival

Ki-Juan Minors began competing in the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Florida. Minors and Pop Muzic picked up the win in the Pre Green Hunter 3 & 4 Year Old Class. The Bermudian equestrian also took to the ring for the Pre Green Hunter 3 & 4 Year […]

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FEI Jumping World Challenge Overall Results

The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] recently released the regional and world ranking category results for the 2019 FEI Jumping World Challenge [JWC], with Bermuda’s equestrians ranking well among their peers. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations are extended to the 2019 Bermuda team for securing first place in the FEI JWC Regional Zone 10 Division. Team members […]

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Bermuda Stardust Stables Jumper Show Results

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation hosted the Stardust Stables Jumper Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In the 1.30m Horse Jumping Against the Clock with a Jump Off Class, Kayla Bardgett was declared the winner. Riding Causing Chaos, the pair clocked a Clear First Round time of 72.91, they then clocked a Jump […]

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Bermuda Riders Excel In Dressage Challenge

The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] has released the Regional and FEI World Classification results based upon individuals and teams for the 2019 FEI World Dressage Challenge, with Bermuda riders achieving “very commendable results.” A spokesperson said, “The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] today released the Regional as well as the FEI World Classification results based upon […]

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Bermuda Riders To Compete In FEI Challenge

Bermuda show jumpers are preparing to compete in the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge [JWC], which begins on Saturday, February 15. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda show jumpers are preparing to compete in the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge and this year’s event promises to be quite exciting with new competitors and horses entered in all […]

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Terceira Begins Competing in The Netherlands

Jillian Terceira began competing in the CSI de Peelbergen CSI3*, CSI1*& CSIYH* Indoor Show Jumping event in The Netherlands. Competing in the 1.30m Young Horses 7 years in 2 Phases Special Class, Terceira and First Lady finished 6th. The pair clocked a First Phase Clear Round time of 49.03, they then clocked a Clear Second […]

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FEI Jumping World Challenge Start Delayed

[Updated] The organizers of the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge [JWC] – originally scheduled for tomorrow [Feb 15] – have decided to delay the start of competition due to the expected weather conditions. A spokesperson said, “Due to the unfavourable weather forecast for Saturday, the organizer have decided to delay the start of the FEI […]

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Jillian Terceira Wins Class In The Netherlands

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira was back in action competing in the CSI de Peelbergen CSI3*, CSI1*& CSIYH* Indoor International Show Jumping event in The Netherlands. Terceira and First Lady won the 1.25m Klasse Z Clear Round Class after they finished with a Clear Round time of 71.50. Terceira and Escalada also competed in the same […]

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Equestrian: FEI Jumping Challenge Results

After a 24-hour delay due to adverse weather conditions, Bermuda equestrians achieved very favorable scores in the first of three separate competitions that comprise the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge. A spokesperson said, “Leading the way in Category A [1.20 – 1.30m] was Philip Correia and Emerson with double clear rounds and a time of […]

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Annabelle Collins Is Heading To 2020 Olympics

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation advised that the Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] has “now confirmed that Bermuda is eligible to compete with one individual athlete/horse dressage combination at the upcoming 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.” “Although Annabelle and her the 11 year old Stallion, Joyero VG, have already achieved the requisite qualifying scores for the 2020 Olympics, […]

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Nicholas Lopes Competes In WEF Junior Hunter

Nicholas Lopes competed in the Winter Equestrian Festival event at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Lopes took to the ring with Casino 71 in the WCHR Junior Hunter 3’3″ Classic CALI in two phases class, with a field of 60 competitors. The pair had a score of 72 in the first phase and 73 […]

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12-Year-Old Kamali Tucker Excited For Ag Show

Each year when the Ag Show rolls around Kamali Tucker is filled with excitement, as the 12-year-old likes meeting up with friends and checking out the exhibits and other entertainment, but for this passionate equestrian the real joy is in competing in horse jumping. The Bermuda High School [BHS] student admits the atmosphere at the […]

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FEI Jumping World Challenge Gets Underway

Competition #2 of the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge got underway today [March 7] at the National Equestrian Centre. Kayla Bardgett & Causing Chaos – Category A winner “In the Category A division [1.20 – 1.30 m] young Kayla Bardgett and her horse Causing Chaos leaped into first place with a clear round in a […]

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FEI Jumping World Challenge Postponed

The third competition of the FEI Jumping World Challenge, as well as the BEF Support Show, both scheduled to be held on Sunday, March 29, have been postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Due to the uncertainty surrounding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and in support of the recommendations of the Bermuda […]

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Equestrian: Dressage Championship Cancelled

The 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from August 4 to August 9, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The United States Equestrian Federation announced that the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from […]

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Photos: Two Super-Yachts Visit St. George’s

Two super-yachts were seen in St. George’s this afternoon [June 25], including the 55-metre ‘Vida’ and the 40-metre ‘Next Chapter.’ According to yachtcharterfleet.com, “The 180.45ft steel motor yacht ‘Vida’ was built by Heesen in Netherlands, she was delivered to her owner in 2019. The yacht’s interior has been designed by Francesco Paszkowski. “Vida’s interior configuration […]

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Photos & Video: Spittal Pond Turns Pink

In addition to our pink sand and pink sports uniforms, we also currently have a pink pond, with the Spittal Pond Nature Reserve in Smiths having turned pink due to a “seasonal plankton bloom.” The Department of Environment and Natural Resources explained that the “intense pink colour of the water in Spittal Pond is due […]

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US Coast Guard Tall Ship ‘Eagle’ Visits Hamilton

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Barque Eagle arrived in Hamilton on Friday [July 20] as part of its 2019 cadet summer training deployment. A spokesperson previously said, “While in port, cadets from the ‘Eagle’ will participate in community outreach activities with WindReach and the Sandy’s Boat Club Youth Sailing Program. “As the only active-duty sailing […]

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Photos & Video: Non Non-Mariners Raft Up

[Updated with more photos] The Cup Match holiday weekend wrapped up with a raft up event at Mangrove Bay, with revelers taking to the water on boats, inflatables and more. Despite the cancellation of the Non-Mariners’ Race, hundreds of people showed up in order to enjoy the event, which included DJs aboard boats, making for […]

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Photos & Video: Boat Parade In St George’s

[Updated with photos] St. George’s is holding their Christmas Boat Parade this evening [Nov 30] in the St. George’s Harbour with fifteen entries scheduled to take part. Commentators for the event include Bruce Barritt and Jugglin Jason. We will have a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update […]

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Photos: 300-Foot Barge Docks In St. George’s

The tug En Avant 10 and Resolve Marine’s RMG-1000 barge were docked at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s today [Dec 14], with the marine vessels understood to have stopped by the island to top up on provisions. Muller Dordrecht’s 31 metre tug is fully equipped for offshore rig-moves, seagoing towage, harbour assistance, salvage operations, and […]

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Photos: New Boat Slip Service Launching Soon

Shakedown Bottoms Up Boat Works is the new revived traditional boat slip operation that is opening at Great Bay in St. David’s and is being run by well known charter fisherman David Barnes. Mr. Barnes explains the Barnes family has been working towards completion over the last two years, working on the project while operating […]

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Island Pair To Compete In World Flower Show

After competing together in the Chelsea Flower Show in London, England, Nicky Gurret and Camille Chin-Gurret will venture to India for the World Flower Show, which takes place from February 24 to March 1, 2020 in Jaipur. A spokesperson said, “The World Flower show is a tri-annual event organised by the World Association of Floral […]

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Demco To Give Out Roses During Pride Parade

Local florists Demco will be handing out free rainbow roses to participants during tomorrow’s Pride Parade from their Church Street location in Hamilton, saying it is their way of showing support. The Parade is scheduled to get underway at 11.00am on Saturday from Victoria Park, and Demco staff will be handing out approximately 300 rainbow […]

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Bermuda Botanical Society Plant Sale On Oct 12

The Bermuda Botanical Society will be hosting a Plant Sale on Saturday, October 12 from 7.30am to 12.00pm at #3 Windybank, Middle Road, Smiths Parish in Devonshire. The Bermuda Botanical Society objective is to encourage and support the study and promotion of the botanical sciences within Bermuda. All the proceeds of the event will be […]

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Garden Club Of Bermuda To Host Fundraiser

The Garden Club of Bermuda will be hosting a fundraising event on Saturday, November 23, from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for students aged 10-18, and free for children below 10. A spokesperson said, “The Garden Club of Bermuda Open House & Gardens at Palm Grove will be held on Saturday, […]

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Photos: Garden Club Of Bermuda Fundraiser

The Garden Club of Bermuda hosted an Open House & Gardens fundraising event at Palm Grove in Devonshire today [Nov 23]. Proceeds from the event goes towards The Garden Club’s Skills Development Program, which is administered with the Parks Department, allowing young Bermudians to gain hands-on training in the field of horticulture. There was an […]

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Mother, Daughter Compete In World Flower Show

Camille Chin-Gurret and Nicky Gurret are currently representing Bermuda while competing in the 13th World Flower Show in Jaipur, India. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Gurret brought her daughter’s entry with her as Ms. Chin-Gurret cannot attend due to her studies at Exeter University. This is Ms. Chin Gurret’s third time entering the World Flower Show […]

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