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Minister Lovitta Foggo On 2020 Heritage Month

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:08:22 +0000

[Ministerial statement by Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo] Mr. Speaker, May is a time when the whole of Bermuda traditionally looks forward to celebrating Heritage Month. It is the time of year when Bermudians come together to celebrate our heritage, our culture, our family connections, our national pride and our national […]

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Bermuda Gymnasts Dominate At Island Games

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jul 2015 13:10:55 +0000

The gymnastics portion of the 2015 Island Games is now taking place in the Welsh island of Ynys Môn, and Bermuda’s gymnastics team have turned in a dominating performance, winning multiple team and individual medals. For the first time ever, Bermuda is fielding a male gymnastics teams at the Island Games, and they made their debut in […]

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Michael Dunkley: Spending $2.5M Is ‘Worrying’

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Dec 2019 14:28:09 +0000

“I am a keen supporter of golf, but to spend $2.5 million dollars in a very tight budget year, where taxpayers are struggling to meet commitments and no budget was allocated for the work it is very concerning and worrying,” Michael Dunkley said regarding the cost to prepare the Port Royal Golf Course for the […]

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Minister Foggo Attends Youth Rugby Day

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 15:48:05 +0000

Minister Lovitta Foggo attended yesterday’s [Nov 6] Youth Rugby Day, which was part of this week’s World Rugby Classic activities. A government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Labour, Community and Sports, Lovitta Foggo attended yesterday’s [November 6] Youth Rugby Day, which was part of this week’s 32nd Annual World Rugby Classic activities. “Yesterday’s youth clinic, […]

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World Rugby Classic Second Semi-Final Results

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Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 12:47:38 +0000

Due to expected inclement weather tomorrow [Nov 9], officials have brought the finals of the World Rugby Classic to today [Nov 8] at the National Sports Center, with a 7.15pm kick off. Plate Semi-Final: USA Eagles 17 – Lions 12 The USA Eagles picked up their first ever World Rugby Classic victory over the Lions […]

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BRFU Mini Rugby Participants Donate Books

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Published On :: Sat, 21 Dec 2019 15:00:00 +0000

The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s [BFRU] Mini Rugby program has continued their annual kid-to-kid giving campaign this holiday season, with Mini Rugby participants donating lightly used books to the Reading Clinic. OBRFU Youth Development Officer Patrick Calow said, “We’re really pleased to have been able to collect so many books for The Reading Clinic. It’s […]

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Video: Miss Bermuda 2015 Pageant Highlights

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jul 2015 01:00:23 +0000

Alyssa Rose, representing Smiths, was crowned the new Miss Bermuda on July 5, beating out five other competitors for the title, with 2014 Miss Bermuda Lillian Lightbourn handing over her crown. The contestants included Miss Warwick Tamara Bradshaw, Miss Pembroke Ligaya Sanchez-Wilson, Miss Southampton Brittany Madeiros, Miss Devonshire Kathryn O’Connor, Miss Paget Kayla Williams, and the […]

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Video: 36 Years Since Bermuda Won Miss World

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Nov 2015 14:44:51 +0000

36 years ago today [Nov 15] Miss Bermuda Gina Swainson won the Miss World contest, becoming the first Bermudian to win a major beauty pageant. Also notable as one of the few pageant contestants from around the world to place extremely well in both world pageants, Ms Swainson also placed 2nd in the Miss Universe […]

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Video: Miss Bermuda’s ‘Beauty With A Purpose’

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Dec 2015 15:29:25 +0000

As she continues to compete in Miss World – recently placing in the top 13 in talent – Miss Bermuda Alyssa Rose is supporting Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy and its efforts to raise the quality of life of children on the island, with the Miss World organisation releasing the video as part of the […]

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Video: Alyssa Rose In Miss World Talent Top 13

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Published On :: Fri, 08 Jan 2016 02:00:12 +0000

Miss Bermuda Alyssa Rose recently placed in the top 13 in talent at the Miss World pageant, with a video capturing her dance performance from a variety of angles, showcasing her unique talent along with the other top competitors. Miss Rose had travelled to China, along with more than 110 contestants from all over the globe, […]

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20 Minute Video: Kardias Club “Tea With A Twist”

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Jul 2016 11:36:28 +0000

The ladies of the Kardias Club hosted their annual ‘Tea with a Twist’ at the Fairmont Southampton on Sunday, with the women in attendance dressed festively in hats and gloves to enjoy high tea and an afternoon of fashion, fellowship, and fun. The event also featured the Kardias Debutantes, including Andira Marie Crichlow, Deja Kiara […]

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Photos & Video: Mikaela Eshe Fashion Designs

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Published On :: Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:19:31 +0000

Mikaela Eshe was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”Mikaela Musson-Sheeheed decided to become a fashion designer at age twelve while attending Michelle Fray-Morten’s fashion design summer camp. For five years, she apprenticed after school with Beris Brown, […]

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Video & Photos: Blossoming Beauty Hair Show

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Mar 2017 10:07:24 +0000

The New Testament Church of God Island Women’s Ministry held their ‘‎Blossoming Beauty Hair Show’ at the Heritage Worship Center this weekend, with the fashion show featuring models in exotic head-wear made to look like flowers walking the runway while music was interspersed with inspirational messages of faith. “Cindy Roberts, who is the owner of […]

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Jyire Mitchell Wins 250 A Class In Connecticut

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Published On :: Thu, 25 Jan 2018 01:00:51 +0000

Jyire Mitchell competed at the Sunday Wilkes-Barre Amateur Arenacross inside the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. Competing in the 250 A Class, Mitchell finished 1st Overall, he powered his bike to victory ahead of Nicholas Lane and Emory Addison. Mitchell won both Moto’s in the Class. With finishes of 2nd and 5th saw Mitchell finish […]

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Mitchell Competes In Motocross Championships

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Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 11:16:55 +0000

Bermuda’s Jyire Mitchell concluded competing in the Loretta Lynn’s US Amateur National Motocross Championships. Mitchell finished 5th in the Open Pro Sport Class, with finishes of 5th, 6th and 8th in the three Moto’s in the Class. Mitchell would then finish 7th in the 250 A Class, which also held three Moto’s. Mitchell crossed the […]

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Video: Mitchell Wins At TransCan In Canada

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Aug 2018 22:00:42 +0000

Bermuda’s Jyire Mitchell raced to victory at the Walton TransCan Grand National Championship Motocross in Canada, winning the Youth 14-29 International/Pro Class. According to the organisers, the TransCan Grand National Championship is a week long festival, which sees over 1,000 motocross riders and their families attend Canada’s most prestigious motocross event. Related Stories Video: New […]

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Mitchell Competes In Kevin Crine Memorial Race

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Sep 2018 10:00:08 +0000

Bermuda’s Jyire Mitchell competed in the 6th Annual Kevin Crine Memorial Race at the Budds Creek MX – Mechanicsville, Maryland. Mitchell was one of 29 riders on the startline for the Dash for Cash race that saw Mitchell finish 2nd overall. Mitchell also took to the startline for the PRO/AM Open A Class race, where […]

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Motocross: Mitchell, Ingham Compete In Virginia

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Published On :: Fri, 05 Oct 2018 23:00:44 +0000

Jyire Mitchell and Zendai Ingham competed at Lake Sugar Tree in Virginia. Competing in the 250 A Class, Mitchell finished 3rd overall, Mitchell finished 2nd in the first moto, before finishing 3rd in the second moto. Mitchell would then finish 4th competing in the Open All-Star A/B, Mitchell was 2nd in the first moto, before […]

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Mitchell & Ingham Compete In South Carolina

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Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 23:00:41 +0000

Jyire Mitchell and Zendai Ingham competed at the Mega & Ultra Series in South Carolina. Mitchell competed in the 450 A/Pro Class where he crossed the line in second position twice and finished second overall. Ingham, who had engine problems, finished 9th in the School Boy 2 Class, after he recorded a Did Not Finish […]

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Jyire Mitchell Competes On Canadian AX Circuit

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Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2019 10:00:33 +0000

Jyire Mitchell went to the starting gate alongside 41 other riders competing on the Canadian AX Circuit recently, finishing ninth overall. Competing for Team Holeshot Motor Sports, Mitchell went to the start line for two races. Mitchell finished the first race in ninth place before finishing the second race in 11th to end at ninth […]

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Bermuda Trio Compete In Mini O’s In Florida

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 10:30:20 +0000

Zamair Darrell, Aaron Cannonier and Zendai Ingham are all competing in the MX -2019 Thor Mini Os being held in Gatorback, Florida. Darrell competed in the Schoolboy 12-17 Age Group B/C Division finishing 36th and during the 250 B Class Darrell finished 25th. Darrell also took part in the 250 B Limited Class where he […]

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DHT Holdings Reports Q2 Loss Of $10.5 Million

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Published On :: Thu, 08 Aug 2019 09:32:56 +0000

Bermuda-based independent oil tanker company DHT Holdings Inc. on Tuesday [Aug 6] reported a loss of $10.5 million in its second quarter. The firm said it had a loss of .7 cents on a per-share basis. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 3 cents per share. DHT Holdings posted revenue of $106.2 million in […]

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Minister’s Trip Prompts New Energy Initiatives

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 20:27:01 +0000

Following a trip by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to Barbados and Jamaica late last year to meet with his counterparts in those countries, several “new energy initiatives are currently underway” at the Ministry of Home Affairs. A Government spokesperson said, “Late last year the Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Walter Roban visited […]

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Netball: Scholars Win Mix Up Switch Up

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Published On :: Wed, 10 Jul 2019 10:20:26 +0000

The Bermuda Netball Summer League season came to an end with the playing of the Mix Up Switch Up Tournament at the Bernard Park. In an exciting final, the Xtreme Sports Scholars edged the Rain 5 – 4 in overtime. The Mix Up Switch Up Tournament featured footballers Keshon Bean, Bermuda National Team goalkeeper Dale […]

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Dellwood Win BSSF Middle School Netball Title

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Published On :: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:55:56 +0000

Dellwood Middle School won the 2019 Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Middle School Netball Tournament with a 13-5 final victory over Sandy’s Secondary Middle School. Makaylie Smith led the way for the champions with 12 goals, Amayah Burt added the other. Kammie Mills scored 3 for the West Enders with N’Kobi Derosa chipping in with 2. […]

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Force Red Wins Youth Futsal Mini League

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Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 12:32:27 +0000

The Youth Futsal Mini League hosted by Footy Promotions has concluded, with the Force Red crowned as the overall champions. A spokesperson said, “Footy Promotions / Footy Force Futsal hosted the Youth Futsal Mini League for 8-12-year-old [boys and girls] at the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium, which saw 53 youth players drafted to 7 teams by […]

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Concacaf Suspends All Upcoming Competitions

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 14:52:05 +0000

Due to the global concerns about the spread of Covid-19, Concacaf has suspended all upcoming competitions scheduled to take place over the next 30 days. A spokesperson said, “Given the constantly evolving public health situation, and global concerns about the spread of Covid-19, the Concacaf Council convened yesterday via a conference call. “During the meeting […]

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Football: Premier & First Division Results

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 13:36:11 +0000

Footballers in the Premier Division and First Division were in action on Saturday, with the PHC Zebras earning a win, while St. David’s and Devonshire Colts played to a draw. First Division St. David’s 1 – Devonshire Colts 1 St. David’s played to a 1 – 1 draw with the Devonshire Colts at Lord’s in […]

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Football: First & Premier Division Results

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:20:38 +0000

Footballers in the First Division and Premier Division were in action yesterday [March 15], with the St. George’s Colts, Ireland Rangers, Wolves, Southampton Rangers, Somerset Trojans, Dandy Town Hornets, and Somerset Eagles all earning wins. First Division: Flanagan’s Onions 0 – St. George’s Colts 3 At BAA Field, the St. George’s Colts ensured that the […]

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Concacaf To Suspend Upcoming Competitions

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Published On :: Sun, 05 Apr 2020 10:21:12 +0000

Concacaf announced the suspension of the 2020 Concacaf Nations League Finals, Road to Gold Cup Qualifiers, and Flow Caribbean Club Championship due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “At Concacaf our thoughts are with all the communities affected by the spread of Covid-19 at this difficult time. As we continue to assess our […]

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BBA Elite City League Play-Offs Semi-Finals

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Dec 2019 20:00:02 +0000

The Bermuda Basketball Association’s Elite City League Play-offs continued inside the Somersfield Academy Gymnasium. In the opener, the BGA Hornets defeated the Falcons 62 – 59; the BGA Hornets were led by Kameron James who scored 22 points, he grabbed 4 rebounds, to go along with 4 assists and 4 steals, while the Falcons got […]

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Photos: Two Car Collision On South Road, Smiths

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Published On :: Sat, 31 Aug 2013 21:46:38 +0000

[Updated] There was a two car collision this evening [Aug 31] on South Road by the junction of Collectors Hill, which resulted in one car being somewhat wedged on top of the other car. Emergency personnel responded to the scene, and traffic was restricted to one lane as they investigated the collision. A tow truck […]

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Photos & Videos: Minister Joins Motorcyclists

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Published On :: Sun, 22 Jun 2014 01:24:23 +0000

The Bermuda Long Riders Motorcycle Club and Association [BLRMCA] hosted a Harley Davidson ride today [June 21] with members from ETA Motorcycle Cruises arriving on the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship this morning joining the local riders on a tour ride across the island. After fueling up their cycles at Boaz Island Shell, the […]

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Photos: Visiting Motorcycle Group In Hamilton

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2015 17:02:35 +0000

The arrival of the Celebrity Summit cruise ship in Dockyard on Wednesday [May 6] resulted in more than just traditional visitors arriving, as the cruise ship also transported members of the ETA Motorcycle Cruising Club as well as their motorbikes. The group, which makes regular visits to the island, were out touring on their bikes […]

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Photos: Team France Receive Twizy Minicars

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Published On :: Thu, 20 Apr 2017 17:58:41 +0000

Groupama Team France held an event today [April 20] to mark the official keys handover for Renault Twizys vehicles, with the America’s Cup team saying that “today is a major first for the French brand as it moves into the archipelago of Bermuda by placing ten Renault Twizys at the disposal of Groupama Team France.” […]

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Photos: Minicar Rentals Launched At Princess

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Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2017 21:44:59 +0000

[Updated with video] The Hamilton Princess and Current Vehicles launched their Twizy rental minicars this morning [May 2] with the electric vehicles set to be available to hotel guests. This new offering follows after the Motor Car [Minicar] Regulations 2017 came into effect last month, which guide the set-up, licensing and operation of minicar liveries. The […]

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Hall Named Minor League Player Of The Month

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:33 +0000

Baseball player Adam Hall has been named the Baltimore Orioles Minor League Player of the Month for August 2018. This follows after Hall went on a record breaking 19 game hitting streak, and also hit his 1st Home Run of the season. In the batting department Hall leads the team in two categories, he is […]

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Adam Hall Wins Minor League Player Of Month

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Published On :: Sun, 05 May 2019 22:00:36 +0000

Baseball player Adam Hall has been named the Minor League Player of the Month for April, according to the MLB website. The story said, “Hall, a 19-year-old from London, Ontario, batted .354/.453/.456 over 21 games in April, pounding out five doubles, one home run, and 12 RBIs, while scoring 17 runs and stealing 11 bases. “By […]

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Premier & First Division Players Of The Week

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Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 10:47:51 +0000

One Communications and Bermuda Cricket Board announced the One Communications Premier Division and First Division players of the week for July 21, August 31, September 1, 7 and 8. July 21: One Communications Premier Division Rodney Trott [Bailey’s Bay v Flatts] – 119 not out One Communications First Division Seth Campbell [Western Stars v Warwick Workmen’s] – […]

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Nominations Invited For 2020 Sports Awards

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Published On :: Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:26:20 +0000

The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation is inviting the public to submit nominations for outstanding sports individuals to be honoured at the annual Sports Awards in March, 2020. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation announced that it will host the its Annual Sports Awards on March 14th, 2020. “In the […]

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Bermuda Sailors Continue Regatta In Miami

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Dec 2019 12:57:37 +0000

Fourteen Bermuda sailors continued competing at the Orange Bowl International Youth Sailing Regatta in Miami, Florida. Pharaoh Benevides leads the Bermuda sailors in the Optimist Green Fleet with 167 net points and is in 18th place. Oliver Soares fell seven places and is in 20th with 179 net points, while Cody Rans moved up nine spots […]

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Smith & Evans To Compete In World Cup Series

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Published On :: Sun, 19 Jan 2020 14:00:02 +0000

The world of Olympic competition arrives in the USA with the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series on January 20th – 25th in Miami, with over 200 sailors from 50 nations –  including Bermuda –  set to race across seven fleets on Biscayne Bay. In the 48-boat Laser fleet, sailors and competitors from Antigua, Aruba, Barbados, […]

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Evans & Smith Begin World Cup Series In Miami

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 14:27:20 +0000

The Hempel World Cup Series 2020 in Miami recently got underway with both Benn Smith and Rockal Evans looking to advance to the Olympics. Evans, in the Finn Class, needs to beat the two Mexican sailors to claim the one Americas spot up for grabs and after two races he leads them both. After two […]

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Sailing: Evans & Smith Continue In World Cup

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Jan 2020 13:49:41 +0000

The Hempel World Cup Series 2020 in Miami continued with both Benn Smith and Rockal Evans looking to advance to the Olympics. In the Finn Class, Evans needs to beat two Mexican sailors to claim the one Americas spot up for grabs, and after four races he has fallen behind one of them. After two […]

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Sailing: Evans & Smith Continue In Miami

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:33:45 +0000

The 182 sailors –  including Bermuda pair Benn Smith and Rockal Evans –  embraced the challenge of the uncharacteristically cold and blustery conditions in Biscayne Bay on the third day of the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series in Miami, Florida. The athletes were faced with similar conditions on Tuesday, but Wednesday’s overall shifty conditions and wind […]

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Smith & Evans Continue At Hempel World Cup

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 12:31:07 +0000

Through four days of action-packed racing on Biscayne Bay, the athletes competing at the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series Miami have experienced a vast array of conditions. Cold temperatures, wind chill, rain, strong breeze, and more typical South Florida conditions have challenged the 182 sailors from 45 nations, including Bermudian sailors Benn Smith and Rockal […]

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Evans & Smith Continue In World Cup Series

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 25 Jan 2020 14:32:32 +0000

The fifth and final day of fleet racing wrapped-up at the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series in Miami. Many of the 182 sailors from 45 nations –  including Bermuda’s Rockal Evans and Benn Smith — raced with Olympic Qualification on the line and targeting a spot in Saturday’s pivotal medal races. Mexico’s Juan Perez Soltero […]

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Smith & Evans Conclude World Cup Series

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:29:17 +0000

Miami got a taste of Olympic class sailing at the highest level this week, and on Saturday champions were crowned at the 2020 Hempel World Cup Series in Miami. Bermuda pair Benn Smith and Rockal Evans both took to the water for the final day of racing, with both missing out on the North American […]

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BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme Goes Virtual

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Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 13:55:03 +0000

In response to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme has shifted to virtual learning. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour Community Sailing, a non-profit dedicated to engaging youth from diverse backgrounds across Bermuda in hands-on, experiential learning through sailing has shifted in response to the current Covid-19 pandemic to offer virtual learning to […]

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Warwick Wins BSSF Middle School Volleyball

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Published On :: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 12:10:33 +0000

Warwick Academy Blue won the 2019 Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Middle School Boys Volleyball Championship after defeating Mount Saint Agnes Academy in straight sets in the final. Warwick Academy Blue won the final 25-11, 25-13. Warwick Academy Blue defeated Saltus Red 25-18 in their Semi-Final while MSA White was victorious over Dellwood 25-12 in the […]

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