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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior Division Results

Bermuda Netball Association action resumed at the Bernard’s Park with matches taking place in all for Divisions. Under 11 Division The NPS Hot Steppers Best Attacker was Gabrielle Babon, while the Best Defender was Reegan Lightbourne and their MVP was Sophia Odouri. The Phoenix Sparks Best Attacker was Kenzie McCrary, the Best Defender was Amariss […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior Division Results

Bermuda Netball Association League action resumed at Bernard’s Park with matches taking place in all four divisions. Under 11 Division The Phoenix Sparks’ Best Attacker was A’Mariss Dyer, while their Best Defender was Lyon Simons and the MVP was Quinn Burgess, while the Dandy Stars Best Attacker was Aalaysia Watson, with Naiah Rayner named the […]




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Storm Claim Victory In Senior League Netball

Storm claimed victory over St George’s 37-28 in the Bermuda Netball Association Senior League. Zakiyah Durham, the Storm MVP, delivered an impressive performance, netting 17 points, and Nabiilah Nasir contributed 16. Shenova Edwards, who was named the team’s best attacker, added four points. Debre’ Evans was the team’s best defender. For St George’s, Nikita Trott […]




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Phoenix Defeat Docksiders At Bernard Park

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 […]




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Latest BNA Youth & Senior Division Results

The Bermuda Netball Association’s league season continued at the Bernard’s Park Netball Courts, however due to inclement weather, only matches in two of the divisions were played. Under 17 Division The Phoenix Fire defeated the Dandy Stars 49 – 19 in the lone under 17 match. Phoenix Fire MVP Kammie Mills scored 26 goals, best […]




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Netball: BNA Senior League Double Header

The Bermuda Netball Season Senior League continued with a double-header at the Bernard’s Park. The Tigers defeated St. George’s 40 – 33 in the Senior Division opener. Best attacker Jahkenya Trott led the Tigers with 28 goals, Jahteure Trott added 8 goals, and Candace Paynter scored 4 times, the best defender was Diarrah Benjamin, and […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior Division Results

Bermuda Netball Association action resumed with matches taking place in all four divisions. Under 11 Division NPS Hot Steppers best attacker was Reegan Lightbourne, the best defender was Shavion Channer, and the MVP was Kimora Davy, for the Storm the best attacker was Eliana Trott, while the best defender was Savannah Hayward, and the MVP […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior Division Results

Action in the Bermuda Netball Season Leagues continued with league play in the under 14 division, under 17 Who’s Who Tournament, and the Senior Mix Up Switch Up Tournament all taking place at Bernard’s Park. Under 11 Division The North Village Lady Rams best attacker was Bella Dill, the best defender was Maliah Steede, and […]




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BNA Senior League: North Village & Tigers Win

The Bermuda Netball Association’s senior league season got underway with the North Village Lady Rams defeating the St. George’s Lady Colts 51 – 24. Darrika Simons led the North Village Lady Rams to victory with 29 goals, Jordyn Morris added 14 goals, and Coriah Simmons scored 8 goals, their best attacker was Taahira Butterfield, their […]




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BNA U-18 & Senior: Phoenix Fire & Storm Win

Matches in the Bermuda netball under 18 and senior division took place at the Bernard’s Park. Under 18 Division Phoenix Fire 37 – North Village Lady Rams 20 Phoenix Fire defeated the North Village Lady Rams 37 – 20. MVP Kammie Mills led the Phoenix Fire to victory with 22 goals, while Hailey Trott added […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior League Results

Matches in the Bermuda netball under 11, 14, 18, and senior division took place at the Bernard’s Park. 11 & Under Division The North Village Lady Rams best attacker was Ariah Tucker, the best defender was Violet Leverock, and Jayla Woodley-Herbert was named the MVP. The Storm Lightning named Xela Hall as the best attacker, […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior League Results

Matches in the Bermuda netball under 11, 14, 18, and senior division took place at the Bernard’s Park. 11 & Under Division The North Village Rams Best Attacker was Nylah Hardtman, while the Best Defender was Violet Leverock, and Sanaa Hodsoll was named the MVP. The Dandy Stars Best Attacker was A’Nylah Tucker, while the […]




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Netball: BNA Youth & Senior League Results

A series of matches were held across various age divisions in the Bermuda Netball Association League this weekend. 11 & Under Division Dandy Stars: Serena Frederick earned recognition as the best attacker, while A’Nylah Tucker was named best defender. The entire Dandy Stars team received the MVP award, highlighting their collective effort and talent. Storm […]




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Minister: Mangrove Cutting Was ‘Unacceptable’

“The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is “currently investigating a major incident on the property of an exclusive private club, which has significantly impacted a large stand of protected mangroves,” Minister Walter Roban said, adding that a group of healthy mature red mangroves “which were 30-40 foot high, were cut to 4 foot stumps.” “Mangroves also […]




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Photos & Video: Holy Trinity Church Festival

Holy Trinity Church in Hamilton Parish is celebrating their 400th anniversary by hosting a Flower and Music Festival this weekend, with the Gombeys attending the Grand Opening to help mark the historic celebrations. A spokesperson said, “Holy Trinity Church in Hamilton Parish continues its 400th Anniversary celebrations with a bumper Flower and Music Festival this […]




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Ministry Issues Tree Trimming Advisory

Noting that we are in hurricane season, the Ministry of Public Works said they are “issuing a timely tree trimming reminder for residents” as “it is aware of the current overgrowth of vegetation and tree branches, which have encroached into the island’s sidewalks and roadways.” A Ministry spokesperson said, “While the Ministry has worked tirelessly […]




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Tree Blocks Road In Botanical Gardens

The Department of Parks advised the public of a “temporary road obstruction within the Botanical Gardens,” noting that a ”large tree, located near Camden House, suddenly snapped, blocking the roadway within the Botanical Gardens.” A spokesperson said, “A Department of Parks crew is working expeditiously to clear the obstruction and ensure the safety and accessibility of […]




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Field Of Learning Gardening Club For Students

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, […]




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22 People Complete Gardening Workshop

The Department of Health recently celebrated the graduation of 22 participants from the Grow Eat Save Gardening Workshop. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Health recently held the Grow Eat Save Gardening Workshop Graduation. 22 graduates persevered and completed the course. “Members of this graduating class will enjoy exclusive access to alternate garden plots […]




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The Flower Bar Offering A ‘Unique Twist’

[Written by Stephen Wright] The new Flower Bar on Reid Street, outside the Washington Mall in Hamilton, offers a unique mix of floral-infused cocktails, wine, prosecco and flower arrangements. Steven Faries opened the shop in July with Shane Francis, the director of operations – initially delaying the enterprise because of the Covid-19 pandemic – and […]




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Butterfield Senior Management Appointments

The Bank of Butterfield today [Jan 15] announced the appointment of Michael Neff as Group Chief Operating Officer, Jody Feldman as Managing Director and Kevin Dallas as Butterfield’s Group Chief Experience Officer. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced the promotion of Michael Neff to Group Chief Operating Officer. Jody […]




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Protecting Seniors Against Financial Abuse

The Bermuda Bankers Association announced support for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, highlighting the need to recognize and prevent financial abuse, especially among older adults. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Bankers Association supports World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which takes place each year on June 15th. This is an opportunity to remind […]




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HSBC Appoints Gregory Garnier As CEO

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 […]




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Bermuda Finish 6th In Davis Cup In Paraguay

Bermuda took on Costa Rica in their 5th to 6th place play-off match in Davis Cup action in Paraguay, and while they were defeated 2-0, they finished 6th overall and remained in Group III. Trey Mallory led off for Bermuda, competing against Rodrigo Piedra. Mallory put up a spirited fight but ultimately lost with scores […]




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BLTA Announce ITF/COTECC U12 Tennis Teams

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] announced the team being sent to the Dominican Republic to participate in the 2024 ITF/COTECC U12 Team Competition, which will take place from June 28th – July 5th. The team will consist of three girls Arianna Parra, Lee Terceira, Ella Metschnabel, and Jacky Lambert [Coach]. The three boys are […]




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Highland Spring Junior Tennis Open Champions

The Highland Spring Junior Tennis Open Finals were held recently at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club, with winners being crowned in each division. Girls 10 and Under Lee Terceira – Champion Gabrielle Lee – Runner-Up Boys 10 and Under Nicholas Gakundi – Champion Sebastian Gerber – Runner-Up Girls 12 and Under Chloe McBrearty – […]




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Tennis: Mixed Day For Bermuda In ITF/COTECC

The 2024 ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team Competition got underway in the Dominican Republic, with a mixed day for the Bermuda teams. The Bermuda Boys won their opening match against the Bahamas 2 – 1. Manuel Maldonado gave Bermuda the lead by winning the first match 6-4, 6-0. Oliver Anderson fell in the second match – […]




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U12 Tennis Teams Win In Dominican Republic

The 2024 ITF/COTECC under 12 team competition continued in the Dominican Republic, with Bermuda’s team making an excellent showing. The Bermuda girls picked up their first win defeating the Dominican Republic Two team 3 – 0. Arianna Metschnabel got Bermuda on the board winning her match 6-3. 6-2. Lee Terceira would then double the Bermuda lead […]




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Tennis: Bermuda’s Team Defeat Aruba In Trinidad

Bermuda secured a victory in their second match at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group Three Division in Trinidad & Tobago, triumphing over Aruba with a score of 2-1. Shelby Madeiros led the charge, putting Bermuda ahead early by defeating Mali Baroud in straight sets, 6-2, 6-2. However, Nadhira Durham faced a tough challenge […]




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Bermuda Defeat Bahamas In Tennis Event

Bermuda finished 7th at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group Three Division in Trinidad & Tobago, after defeating the Bahamas in their final match. Shelby Madeiros got Bermuda off to a strong start, dominating Tatyana Maduabuchukwu 6-2, 6-0 in the first singles match. However, the Bahamas leveled the tie when Danielle Andrea Thompson defeated […]




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WER Joell Tennis Stadium To Close Temporarily

The WER Joell Tennis Stadium will close temporarily to allow for an assessment and building works, effective tomorrow [Aug 28]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport has announced the temporary closure of the WER Joell Tennis Stadium, effective tomorrow, August 28, 2024, for approximately one week. “Following an initial assessment, […]




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W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium Reopens

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport has announced that the WER Joell Tennis Stadium has reopened to the public as of Monday, September 9th, at 3pm. A Government spokesperson said, “Please be aware of new temporary procedures: the reception area, bathrooms, storage areas, offices, and grandstands will remain closed pending final structural assessments. Court […]




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Tennis: Phillips & Mallory Compete On Day 3

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington men’s teammates and Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s teammates were back in action on day three of the Southern intercollegiate Championships at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex. In singles, Mallory lost Mikey Anderson from Arizona State in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, while Gabriele Datei from Georgia State […]




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Phillips Competes In Baylor Tennis Challenge

Arizona State University men’s tennis player Daniel Phillips participated in the DI Big 12 / SEC Tennis Challenge at Baylor University. The Bermudian tennis player and his doubles partner Nicola Cigna defeated Lucas Brown and Evan Burnett of the University of Texas at Austin in a close match, 8-7. In singles competition, Phillips lost to […]




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Daniel Phillips Continues SEC Tennis Challenge

Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s tennis teammates continued competing in the DI big 12 / SEC tennis challenge hosted by Baylor University, in Waco, Texas. In the doubles, Phillips and Nicola Cigna went down 8-7 to Alexander Frusina, and Jake Kennedy from Auburn University. In the singles, Phillips defeated Damien Nezar from the […]




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ATP Challenger Tennis To Return To Bermuda

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 […]




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Phillips Wins Doubles Match At Tennis Challenge

Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s tennis teammates continued competing in the DI Big 12 / SEC Tennis Challenge hosted by Baylor University, in Waco, Texas. Phillips and Nicola Cigna won their doubles match 8-6 defeating Ritesh Patil, and Ethan Silva from Texas A&M University. Related Stories Phillips Wins Matches In Newport Beach Trey […]




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Tennis: Trey Mallory Wins Singles & Doubles

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] men’s tennis teammates opened their campaign at the UNCW team invitational with a convincing 7 – 2 victory over Coastal Carolina. Mallory contributed significantly to UNC Wilmington’s success, securing victories in both doubles and singles competition. He partnered with Oscar Baumgartner in doubles play, defeating the Coastal Carolina […]




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Photos: 2024 Bermuda Day Running Races

Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsey won Friday’s [May 24] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, with both crossing the line in front of a large and enthusiastic crowd, and today’s festivities also included a youth and senior races. You can view all our ongoing live updates by clicking here and all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here. […]




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Jessica Lewis Finishes Second In Paris

Jessica Lewis finished second in the T53 100 metres at the WPA Paris Grand Prix in the French capital today [June 13]. Lewis clocked a time of 16.91sec to finish behind Catherine Debrunner, of Switzerland, in 15.68. Anita Scherrer, of Switzerland, came third in 19.27. Lewis, who competes in the T53 400 tomorrow, hopes to […]




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Video: Minors Finishes 7th In Montreal Track Meet

Dage Minors took part in the La Classique d’Athletisme de Montreal 2024 International track meet. Minors — who is the first Bermudian to break the 4-minute mile — finished in 7th place. Related Stories Video: Sports Center Track Re-Opened Video: Usain Bolt Interacting With Students National Stadium Track Gets A Power Wash Video: Dage Minors, […]




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Jessica Lewis Finishes 5th In Paralympics 100m

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis expressed pride in her performance after finishing fifth in the women’s T53 100 metres final at the Paralympic Games in Paris today [September 4]. Competing in lane eight at the Stade de France, the four-time Paralympian clocked a time of 16.83sec, just 0.7 shy of her season’s best. Despite […]




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Jessica Lewis Finishes 7th In Paralympics 400m

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jessica Lewis said she was encouraged by her performance in the T53 400 metres final in the Paralympic Games at the Stade de France in Paris today [September 5]. The four-time Paralympian finished seventh, clocking a time of 1min 00.82sec, and said she was happy with how she executed her race. […]




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Armstrong & Rider Finish 5th In Jasper Fall Invite

Nathan Armstrong and his Rider men’s Cross-Country teammates finished fifth as a team out of 13 teams at the Jasper Fall Invite. Noah Taylor led Rider over the 8K distance, the senior ran a 25.19.8 coming in eighth place out of the 100 athletes competing, Dominik Lisicky finished in 24th place with a time of […]




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Cechini Wins Ben Bloser Bulldog XC Invitational

Gabriella Cechini won the Varsity A and AA Women’s 5K 2024 Ben Bloser Bulldog XC Invitational in West Virginia. Cechini –  representing Mercersburg Academy — clocked a winning time of 19:01.9, helping the girls team to finish 3rd with a combined time of 1:49:28. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In MAAC Championships Marshall & Outerbridge Compete […]




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Outerbridge & Franklin Finish 6th In Invitational

Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce men’s cross country teammates traveled to Rochester, New York for the Harry F. Anderson Invitational hosted by Roberts Wesleyan College. Outerbridge and his teammates finished 6th out of 25 teams with 201 points. The men’s 8k saw Outerbridge finish 21st overall and as the first runner for Franklin Pierce. […]




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Cechini Finishes 2nd In Paul Short Cross Country

Gabriella Cechini – representing Mercersburg Academy – finished second competing in Lehigh University’s Paul Short cross country run. Competing at the Lehigh University-Goodman campus in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Cechini clocked a personal best time of 18:29 over the 5k distance. Related Stories Armstrong Advances To Meet Of Champions Cechini Siblings Excel At 2024 Mid-Atlantic Prep Outerbridge […]




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Adkins & Christ School Finish 9th At NCHSAA

Cameron Adkins and his Christ School men’s cross country teammates competed in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association [NCHSAA] Cross Country Championships. Christ School competing in the 4A Boys 5k finished 9th with 223 points, this after Adkins finished 64th with a time of 17:54. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In MAAC Championships Marshall & […]




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Cechini Siblings Excel At 2024 Mid-Atlantic Prep

Gabriella and Joseph Cechini delivered outstanding performances at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Prep League cross country championships, hosted by Mercersburg Academy. Gabriella Cechini claimed a decisive victory in the championship girls’ 5000 meter run finals, clocking a winning time of 19:13.80. Her dominant performance led the Mercersburg Academy girls’ team to victory with a total of […]




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Rugby Sevens To Return To Trinidad & Tobago

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 […]