The Bermuda International Pool League had a “phenomenal season with 10 Sports Clubs, 14 teams and 120 players represented.” A spokesperson said, “BAA Rhinos were crowned National Champions after winning ‘all but one’ of their matches. The BAA Rhinos were represented by Gary Bascome, Aaron Bean, Steven Bremar, Hilton Brown, Pam Quadroy and Earlwin ‘Bootise’ Wolffe. […]

The final league games of the Bermuda pool league regular season saw a top-of-the-table clash to determine the champions. League leaders and undefeated Queens Club Kings defeated the Bermuda Breeze 203 – 150, to be crowned champions. The BAA Rhinos defeated the Bus Boyz 208 – 162, Queens Club Dragons defeated the RAA Ballistics 194 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Tyler Christopher delivered a disciplined and measured display to defeat Cameroonian Serge Ambomo on points in the main event at the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport yesterday [May 18]. The southpaw deployed a piston-like jab and straight left-hand punches to control the four-round super-welterweight contest, improving his unblemished record to nine wins, with […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons scored his third successive first-round stoppage win with a TKO over Mexican Victor Aceves in Tijuana yesterday [May 19]. Simmons dropped Aceves [2-7-2] twice in the opening stanza before the referee waved the fight off, handing the Bermudian his fourth straight victory since turning professional. Dismantling his […]

Following the recent electricity rate increases, the Government announced it “will reduce energy taxes by at least 50%” saying the Cabinet approved the reduction yesterday and they are working to have it tabled in the House of Assembly on Friday “so that the tax cut can go into place with immediate effect.” A Government spokesperson […]

The Government said they are “committed to ensuring that it introduces solutions to assist hard working residents” and also encouraged residents to implement energy-saving measures. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is committed to ensuring that it introduces solutions to assist hard working residents. That’s why it has taken decisive action to alleviate […]

After sustaining damage following “contact with a reef” last year, the pilot boat St. David has returned to Bermuda after undergoing repairs in the United States, with the vessel being brought home by the Oleander. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Transport can confirm that the pilot boat, St. David, was involved in […]

Following a refitting process in the United States that lasted almost two years, the MV Bermudian has returned to Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The newly refitted 700-passenger ferry, Bermudian, returned to Bermuda last week from the Gladding-Hearn shipyard in Somerset, Massachusetts. “In August 2022, the Department of Marine and Ports Services announced that the […]

The Boston AIGA selected Bermudian Daren Bascome, Managing Director of Proverb Agency, as one of three recipients of the 2024 Fellows award for his significant contributions to the local design community. A spokesperson said, “The Boston AIGA [American Institute of Graphic Artists] selects Bermuda native Daren Bascome, Managing Director of award-winning branding and advertising firm […]

The L.F. Wade International Airport recently won two awards at the 2024 ACI World Summit in Atlanta. A statement from Bermuda Skyport Corporation Limited said, “We’re thrilled to share that we’ve just returned from the 2024 ACI World – Airports Council International Customer Experience Global Summit and Awards Gala in Atlanta, hosted by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta […]

Registration is now open for Term 1 at The Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning. A spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme is excited to announce that registration is open for Term 1 of the Field of Learning Garden Club. Open to students ages 11-18, the programme runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 PM until sunset, […]

The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition [IISPSC], co-hosted by The Bermuda High School and Saltus Grammar School, kicked off today [Oct 17] with 99 international students joining 16 local participants to compete in various public speaking categories. A spokesperson said, “The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition [IISPSC], co-hosted by The Bermuda High School […]

Since 2017, ILS Bermuda has partnered with the Bermuda College as part of an education initiative which provides educational and work experience opportunities for College students, expanding their awareness and knowledge of the Insurance Linked Securities [ILS] and re/insurance sector with the ultimate aim of forging network connections that enhance their potential to enter this […]

The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition, co-hosted by The Bermuda High School and Saltus Grammar School, wrapped up on October 20th, featuring 99 international students and 13 local competitors showcasing their skills in a series of speaking events. A spokesperson said, “The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition [IISPSC], co-hosted by The Bermuda High […]

Baseball player Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers have been eliminated from the Double-A Southern League play-offs after losing 8-2 to the Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium on Friday [September 20]. The defeat ended the Shuckers’ first play-off series since they reached the Southern League Championship Series in 2019. Hall, 25, was promoted to the Shuckers from […]

The Berkeley Institute Gold team claimed victory over CedarBridge Academy with a 2-0 win in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Girls six-a-side football tournament. A spokesperson said, “Daley Outerbridge gave Berkeley the lead midway through the second half with a long range effort. Berkeley would seal the win with two minutes remaining when […]

Andrew Armstrong has been named the Rookie of the Week by the Atlantic 10 Conference. The announcement from his University said, “The Atlantic 10 Conference announced their weekly men’s soccer awards and recognized University of Dayton freshman Andrew Armstrong as A-10 Rookie of the Week. “Armstrong scored a pair of goals for the second straight game […]

Arnezha Astwood and the University of Omaha men’s soccer team concluded their 2024 campaign with a hard-fought 2 – 1 loss to the fourth-ranked Denver Pioneers on Senior Day at Caniglia Field. Prior to the match, the University of Omaha recognized twelve graduating seniors, including Astwood, for their contributions to the program. Astwood, a defender, […]

Willow Cuts are the 2024 Western County Cricket Association Cup Champions. Willow Cuts Win by 8 Wickets: Southampton Rangers 147 Willow Cuts 150/2 At the White Hill Field, challengers Southampton Rangers, won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled out for 147, captain Dalin Richardson was the top scorer with 73 not out, […]

St. David’s Cricket Club are the 2024 Junior Eastern County Champions. St. David’s Cricket Club Win by 309 runs: St. David’s Cricket Club 375/4 Cleveland County 66 With the series level at 1 – 1, the St. David’s Cricket Club put this match out of reach while batting first scoring 375/4, Isaiah O’Brien scored 174 […]

Eastern County Cup holders Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club and challengers Flatt’s Victoria have selected their team Saturday’s round of the 2024 series at Lord’s in St. David’s. Bailey’s Bay will be led once again by Terryn Fray, with Kyle Hodsoll the vice-captain. The Bailey’s Bay team features nine players with Cup Match classic experience, and […]

Bailey’s Bay have won the Eastern Counties Cup final after defeating Flatts Victoria by 36 runs at Lord’s, St David’s, today [August 31]. Winning the toss and electing to bat, Bay posted 144 off 41.4 overs, with captain Terryn Fray and Derrick Brangman both top scoring with 29. Seam bowler Kamau Leverock was the pick […]

Following the conclusion of the 2024 Series at Lord’s in St. David’s, the Eastern County held the 2025 draw, with the host and Champions Bailey’s Bay set to face Flatt’s Victoria first up, Cleveland County play the Cup Holders in the second round, and St David’s Cricket Club will play the third and final round. […]

This evening [July 23] the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute on Crow Lane will be hosting the 4th lecture in the Citizen Science Lecture Series. The lecture will feature Bermuda’s Dr. Neil Burnie set to share his adventures with tiger sharks, whales, grouper, lionfish and more. BUEI’s Citizen Science Series is hosted by BUEI Chairman Jack […]

“March through April is the peak time for spotting humpback whales around Bermuda,” and officials urged the public to follow guidelines, noting that “boaters should not get closer than 100 meters” and the “public is also strongly advised not to swim with whales.” A Government spokesperson said, “March through April is the peak time for […]

Field hockey fever swept across Bermuda this month as nearly 500 students from primary and middle schools competed in the annual interschool field hockey tournament. A spokesperson said, “A collaboration between the Bermuda Hockey Federation [BHF] and the Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF], the event brought together young athletes from both public and private schools […]

The Bermuda Netball Association’s 2023/24 season resumed at Bernard’s Park with the playing of the Merle Parfitt Hustle tournament for the Under-11, Under-14, and Under-17, and then the Fast5 tournament, for the Seniors got underway. In the Under 11 Division, Kenzie McCrary from the Phoenix Sparks was the Overall Hustler, with Sairiah Grant from the […]

In a Bermuda Netball Association Senior League make-up match the Phoenix Heat defeated the Storm 41 – 26. Danielle Raynor led the Phoenix Heat to victory with 32 goals, while Ebonie Cox added 9 goals. Eshe’ Grant was named the team’s best attacker, Kiante’ Lightbourne was named the best defender, and Nyisha Saunders was the […]

Sandys Secondary Middle School won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Under 12 Netball tournament at the Bernard Park Netball Courts. The tournament featured first year students in the middle schools as well as the Primary year 7 students from Francis Patton and Purvis Primary. Sandys defeated Primary School Division 1 champions Warwick Academy in a […]

The latest round of senior league netball action at the Bernard Park saw Phoenix — led by best attacker Danielle Raynor — defeat Docksiders by a score of 65 – 21. Raynor scored 54 goals, with MVP Ebonie Cox adding 11 goals, and Kiante’ Lightbourne named the best defender. Docksiders got 12 goals from best attacker […]

Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club announced the return of the Hot Peppers Netball Team, with registration open as of October 2, 2024, and over 20 players already expressing interest. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club [HPWC or the Club] is thrilled to announce the return of the Hot Peppers Netball Team. Registration was opened on […]

The Mirrors Programme announced the return of the Field of Learning Gardening Club, a five-week initiative that will begin on November 7th, and is available for students ages 13-18. A Government spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme is thrilled to announce that the Field of Learning Gardening Club is back! A five-week initiative commencing on November 7th, […]

Clarien Bank Limited announced that, pending regulatory approvals, Cornerstone Financial Holdings Ltd or its nominee, will acquire a controlling interest in Clarien Group Limited [CGL]. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank Limited [the Bank /Clarien], a leading financial institution on the Island, is pleased to announce that, pending regulatory approvals, Cornerstone Financial Holdings Ltd [Cornerstone] or […]

Butterfield announced the successful conclusion of its 2024 Summer Internship programme which provided 12 Bermudian students pursuing an undergraduate degree with an opportunity to gain direct experience and knowledge in the world of finance. A spokesperson said, “The nine-week programme aimed to equip all participants with new skills and learning opportunities in a professional environment […]

Clarien’s new interns, Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene, made a “significant impact” this summer with their fresh ideas, the company said. A spokesperson said, “As we embrace the final weeks of summer, Clarien is proud to introduce our latest team members—interns Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene—who have spent the past few weeks […]

HSBC announced the appointment of Gregory Garnier as CEO of HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited, effective September 23, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Gregory Garnier, joined HSBC 22 years ago in Mergers and Acquisitions in Paris and has led teams in France and the US in a wide range of Investment Banking and Global Banking roles. His most […]

Jaden Jones and Chase McCrimmon were both back in action competing in the Central American & Caribbean Tennis Confederation under-14 tournament in the Dominican Republic. Jones defeated Orlando Zimmerman from Curacao in straight sets 6-4, 6-0, Jones would then take on the number seven seed Zach King from Barbados and he advanced with a three […]

Jaden Jones was back in action competing in the Central American & Caribbean Tennis Confederation under-14 tournament in the Dominican Republic. Playing in the  G3 main draw singles, he took on Sebastian Diaz from El Salvador, and was defeated in straight sets 4-2, 4-2. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, […]

The BLTA 2024 Back to School Tournament got underway at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. In boy’s 18 singles action, number one seed Zachary Mcguire defeated Tobiah Goodchild 7-6, 6-4, while Terceira Lee won her girls 14 singles match in straight sets over Arianna Parra Delgado 6-1, 7-5. Boy’s 18 Singles 7 6 Zachary Mcguire […]

The BLTA 2024 back to school tournament continued at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. A total of fourteen different players took to the courts for day two of the tournament. Tobiah Goodchild set up a boy’s 16 singles final against Zachary Mcguire after defeating Cyre Trott in their semi-final 6-4, 6-0. Mcguire defeated Jadon Spriggs in […]

Following several days of weather cancellations, the BLTA back to school tennis tournament resumed at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. Hasan Khan was crowned the boy’s 14 singles champion after he defeated Manuel Maldonado in their final in straight sets 6-1, 7-5. Chloe Mcbrearty won back to back girls 12 singles matches, she first defeated […]

The Association of Tennis Professionals [ATP] has approved a slot in their 2025 calendar for an ATP Challenger tour event to take place in Bermuda during the last week of March. A spokesperson said, “The event will be produced and executed by Same-Group Bermuda, LLC. Same-Group organizes sporting and arts events and also manages professional […]

The sophomore duo of Asia Hollis and Laila Haraj-Sai won the “C” Draw Championship to lead the Wheaton College [Mass.] women’s tennis team at the New England Women’s Intercollegiate Tennis Tournament. The Lyon pair began the day with a dominant 8-1 doubles win over the Emerson College pairing of junior Jayden Beverly and first year […]

The Kim Burns Memorial Open 2024 tennis & pickleball tournament concluded at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club, with finals in both tennis and pickleball. Several finals needed a third-set tie-breaker to decide a winner. In tennis during the men’s open singles final no. 2 seed Sam Butler defeated No. 1 seed Tariq Simons 2-6, […]

The Bermuda International 7s Tournament will be held at the National Sports Centre on March 15 & 16th. A spokesperson said, “In its 7th year, the much-anticipated Bermuda International 7s Tournament is set to electrify the National Sports Centre in Bermuda on March 15 & 16, showcasing an impressive roster of rugby talent from both […]

Rugby Americas North [RAN] announced the venue for the 2024 Rugby Americas North Men’s Under-19 and Senior Women’s XVs Tournament alongside Federación Mexicana de Rugby [FMRU]. The five-day event will take place July 10th – 14th in Mexico City – held at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México’s [UNAM] Deportivo Alfredo Harp Helu grounds, where […]

The Bermuda International 7s Tournament got underway at the National Sports Center in Bermuda showcasing an impressive roster of rugby talent from both college and high school teams across the US and Bermuda. The Bermuda Stars team split their two matches on the opening day, they defeated Saratoga 22 – 0, then lost to Dartmouth […]

The Bermuda International 7s Tournament continued at the National Sports Center, with Saratoga crowned Champions after they defeated Dartmouth 17 – 14 in the cup final. Iona won 3rd place match defeating Norwich University 19 – 12, while the Bermuda Stars would fall 22 – 5 in the plate final to Dartmouth Two. The bowl […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates continued hosting the Lander 7s Rugby Tournament. After outscoring their opponents 58 – 10 on the opening day, Berkeley and her teammates would return on day two and outscore their opponents 68 – 5 to claim the title. Lander defeated Coastal Carolina University 26 – 5, […]

Rugby Americas North [RAN] announced the dates and venue for the 2024 Rugby Americas Sevens. Hosted by the Trinidad & Tobago Rugby Union [TTRU], the competition returns to Trinidad & Tobago for the first time since 2016. The two-day event will take place November 23 & 24 in Arima at Larry Gomes Stadium. “We are […]