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ITU 2020 World Triathlon Series Schedule

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2019 12:56:18 +0000

The ITU 2020 Season calendar has been released, one that will see the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, along with 7 World Triathlon Series to crown the World Champions at the Edmonton Grand Final and 15 World Cups. “I am absolutely thrilled with the new calendar, it’s a perfect mix between new additions to […]

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Flora Duffy To Compete In Beijing Triathlon

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 13:35:17 +0000

Bermuda’s Flora Duffy will be competing in the 2019 Beijing International Triathlon, which is set to take place this weekend. The Beijing International Triathlon organisers said, “Flora Duffy will be joining the 2019 Beijing International Triathlon. “She is the 2016 and 2017 ITU World Triathlon Series World Champion, the 2015 and 2016 ITU Cross Triathlon […]

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Flora Duffy Wins Beijing International Triathlon

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Published On :: Sun, 20 Oct 2019 22:51:39 +0000

Bermuda’s Flora Duffy has added yet another international win to her resume, racing to victory in the 2019 Beijing International Triathlon this weekend in China. Duffy clocked a time of 17:00 on the swim, then recorded a time of 1:03:51 on the bike course, before closing out with a run time of 38:45, recording an overall […]

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Alan Potts & Maddie Durkin Win AON Triathlon

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Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:46:49 +0000

Alan Potts and Maddie Durkin are the 2019 AON Triathlon Male and Female Champions. Potts covered the distance in a time of 1:06:09, while Byron Rencken was second in 1:06:38 and Matt Thompson crossed the line third with a time of 1:07:17. Durkin was 6th overall she was clocked at 1:08:27, finishing 8th overall was […]

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Triathlon: Hawley Finishes 7th In American Cup

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Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:00:54 +0000

Bermuda’s Erica Hawley finished 7th competing in the Elite Women’s field at the 2019 Santiago CAMTRI Sprint Triathlon American Cup and Iberoamerican Championships in Chile. Hawley was clocked across the line in a time of 1:04.25, Amy Sloan from the United States clocked a winning time of 59:44, with Beatriz Neres from Brazil finishing second […]

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Four Days Of Activities For 2020 World Triathlon

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:00:58 +0000

Bermuda will host the MS Amlin World Triathlon Series for the third year this coming April, with four days of activities to take place. The event website said, “In 2020 Bermuda hosts the MS Amlin World Triathlon Series for the third year and Olympians will race the challenging course just months ahead of their Olympic […]

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Flora Duffy Wins Ironman 70.3 South Africa

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 18:21:59 +0000

Bermuda’s Flora Duffy raced to victory in the Ironman 70.3 South Africa this weekend, recording a dominating victory that saw her finish some two minutes ahead of the second place finisher. “No surprise to see Flora Duffy in a league of her own in the swim, she’s typically seen at the front of every race […]

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Carey Olsen To Sponsor WTS Bermuda Triathlon

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 14:00:59 +0000

Carey Olsen Bermuda is an Official Partner of the International Triathlon Union’s [ITU] World Triathlon Series in Bermuda. The World Triathlon Bermuda takes place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April, and will now be the first installment of the 2020 World Triathlon Series following last week’s decision by the International Triathlon Union and the […]

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Covid-19: World Triathlon Bermuda Postponed

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 12:56:00 +0000

[Updated] The International Triathlon Union has decided to suspend all activities until the 30th April, which includes the event which was set to be held in Bermuda next month. A spokesperson said, “In the light of the rapid spread worldwide of COVID-19, the Executive Board of the International Triathlon Union has decided to suspend all […]

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Flora Duffy Appears On Triathlete Hour Podcast

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Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 12:07:33 +0000

Bermudian triathlete Flora Duffy recently appeared on Triathlete Magazine’s Triathlete Hour podcast, discussing her training, the now postponed Olympics and more. The podcast episode’s description on Soundcloud says, “Flora Duffy joins us from South Africa, where she’s in lockdown and stuck in the house. “The Xterra and ITU World champ talked to us about what […]

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Trial On Planned Terror Attack Begins In UK

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:40:11 +0000

The trial of Hisham Waheed Muhammad and Faisal Ibn al Hajj Muhammad Abu Ahmad began in the United Kingdom, with the pair accused of offences relating to allegedly planning to carry out a terror attack. This is according to a report in the Manchester Evening News, which said, “A takeaway worker plotted to carry out a ‘lone […]

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Bermuda Warrior Challenge Martial Arts Held

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2019 10:34:10 +0000

The 1st Bermuda Warrior Challenge took place at The Academy of Martial Arts this weekend [June 22], with martial arts skills on display from age groups ranging from 7 to 13 years of age. Participants were judged on punching strength, time around the challenge course, faults and self-defense techniques demonstrated. The event saw a number […]

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Iris Wins Medals At Kung Fu Championships

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Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:31:24 +0000

The third Pan American Kung Fu Championships in San Jose, California recently came to an end for members of the Bermuda Sanshou Association. At the conclusion of the competition, Bermuda picked up two gold medals and five silver medals. Adding to the opening day gold medal count was Talia Iris, who won the Women’s Taiji […]

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Aries Fighting Championships This Saturday

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Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 13:21:51 +0000

Aries Sports Center, in partnership with the Bermuda Wanshou Association, will hold the first annual Aries Fighting Championships on Saturday, July 20. A spokesperson said, “The event will consist of an day time family fun day, followed by a fight night of edge of the seat entertainment featuring Bermuda’s best youth and adult Chinese kickboxing […]

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Lepercq Memorial Martial Arts Tournament Held

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Sep 2019 16:57:29 +0000

Eight competitors turned up to celebrate the 19th edition of the Lepercq Memorial karate tournament at the Hamilton Princess Hotel this weekend. The one active match up between Suzanne Ericsson and Andrea McKey gave a close 2/1 win to Ms. Ericsson. Entrants who gained performance medals in forms were Andrea Mckey for weapons, Charles Ndaiye […]

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Dragon Warrior Obstacle Challenge On Oct 27

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 12:50:44 +0000

Little Tigers Martial Arts is getting set to host the Dragon Warrior Obstacle Challenge [DWOC] on Sunday, October 27 from 1.00pm to 5.00pm in the Warwick Academy gym. A spokesperson said, “All 5 to 12-year-olds are invited to master the Dragon Warrior Obstacle Challenge on Sunday, October 27 from 1.00pm to 5.00pm in Warwick Academy’s […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:35:51 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Last Minutes fall 4 – 0 to the New Comers, while the Blue Angels went down 4 – 0 to Just Kickin. The Drifters defeated the Islanders 4 – 0 and in a top of the table clash the Last Pin defeated the […]

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Mixed Majors & Second Spring Senior Results

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:15:49 +0000

Mixed Majors Bowling League action saw the MiniMax Forwarders defeat the Spare Change 12 – 8, the Movers “N” Shakers went down 16 – 4 to the Untouchables, while the Activators defeated the Troublemakers 14 – 6, the Mix Ups defeated the Warriors 14 ½ – 5 ½ and the Unpredictable defeated the Fight Back […]

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Mixed Majors & Second Spring Senior Results

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 12:48:36 +0000

Mixed Majors Bowling League action saw the Troublemakers fall 19 – 1 to the Fight Back, the Mix Ups went down 14 – 6 to the Unpredictable, while the Warriors went down 14 – 6 to the Untouchables. The MiniMax Forwarders defeated the Activators 15 – 5 and the Movers “N” Shakers went down 17 […]

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Mixed Majors & Second Spring Senior Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:23:28 +0000

Mixed Majors Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Movers “N” Shakers fall 17 – 3 to the Activators, while the Warriors went down 17 – 3 to the MiniMax Forwarders. Fight Back defeated Spare Change 17 – 3, while the Untouchables went down 18 – 2 to the Unpredictable and the Mix […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 11:24:40 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Drifters defeat the New Comers 3 – 1, the Last Minutes lose 3 – 1 to the Islanders, while the Blue Angels went down 4 – 0 to the Last Pin and the Pinsplitters defeated Just Kickin 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: […]

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Bowling: Second Spring & Men’s Classic Results

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:06:27 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Last Pin defeat Just Kickin 3 – 1, while the Blue Angels went down 3 – 1 to the league leaders Pinsplitters, the Last Minutes defeated the Drifters 3 – 1 and the Islanders defeated the New Comers 3 – 1. Men Handicap […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 11:53:38 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Blue Angels defeat the Last Minutes 4 – 0, while the New Comers defeated Just Kickin 2 ½ – 1 ½, the match between the Last Pin and the Islanders ended 2 – 2 and Drifters defeated the league leaders Pinsplitters 3 – […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 11:41:24 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Islanders defeat the Drifters 4 – 0, the Pinsplitters defeat the Last Pin 3 – 1, while Just Kickin defeated the Blue Angels 3 – 1 and the New Comers defeated the Last Minutes 4 – 0. Men Handicap Game: Barry Floyd 220, […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 11:53:53 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the New Comers defeat the Blue Angels 4 – 0, Just Kickin defeat the Last Minutes 3 – 1, while the Islanders defeated the league leaders Pinsplitters 3 – 1 and the Last Pin defeated the Drifters 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: Charles […]

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Results: Second Spring Senior Bowling League

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 11:41:09 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Drifters fall 4 – 0 to Just Kickin, while the Blue Angels defeated the Islanders 4 – 0. The Last Pin went down 4 – 0 to the New Comers, and the third place Last Minutes drew 2 – 2 with the league […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:00:54 +0000

In Second Spring Senior Bowling League action the league leaders Pinsplitters defeated the New Comers 3 – 1, while the Last Minutes went down 3 – 1 to the Last Pin, the Drifters defeated the Blue Angels 3 – 1 and the match between Just Kickin and the Islanders ended 2 – 2. Men Handicap […]

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Second Spring Senior Bowling League Results

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 12:02:14 +0000

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action saw the Blue Angels defeat the Drifters 4 – 0, while the league leaders Pinsplitters defeated Just Kickin 3 – 1, the Last Minutes went down 4 – 0 to the Islanders, while the Drifters defeated the New Comers 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: McNeil Simmons 224, Richard […]

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Tanika White: Appreciation For Arts, Agriculture

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 11:24:21 +0000

Northlands Social Studies Teacher, Tanika White, is a huge fan of the Annual Ag Show. The event not only gives her a chance to honour the Island’s arts and culture, but also lets her teach the Island’s history in a fun and engaging way to students. Ms. White tells us why everyone– young and old […]

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Huckleberry Launches ‘Drive Through’ Menu

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Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:37:17 +0000

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Huckleberry at Rosedon Hotel transitioned to offering a drive-through/takeout service, with the restaurant launching its new menu. To avoid the spread of the coronavirus, Huckleberry asks all guests to remain in their vehicles. A spokesperson said, “All meals are prepared by our staff who have now been living and have remained […]

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‘Enjoy Good Friday In Keeping With Regulations’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:18:24 +0000

[Updated] “Fly your kite in your own yard and enjoy the day at home in keeping with the regulations that govern our shelter in place at this time,” Minister of National Security Wayne Caines said, adding that “any kite that gets lost or goes down, must be abandoned.” The Minister’s comments come as the island […]

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Kristin White & Yesha Townsend Workshop

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 12:47:32 +0000

In an effort to help people develop their writing skills during the ongoing lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic, two Bermudians are offering a month-long online writers’ workshop beginning on May 4. A spokesperson said, “Two Bermudian creatives, Kristin White and Yesha Townsend, have teamed up to offer an online writers’ workshop for those that […]

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Hamilton Princess Launch Online Quiz Nights

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 16:24:02 +0000

The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be hosting their Crown & Anchor Quiz Nights on Zoom each week on Mondays at 7.45pm, with up to 100 participants taking part in the game. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club are taking their famous Crown & Anchor Quiz Nights with Quiz Master Mike Bishop […]

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United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 22:12:30 +0000

United Wellness is offering free virtual classes tomorrow [April 25] to help people sheltering at home during the Covid-19 pandemic to exercise. A spokesperson said, “A group of local instructors of Zumba and Strong Nation have joined forces to share their passion for fitness and movement with our community in Bermuda and around the world. […]

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‘Covid Candles’ Fundraiser Assists Charities

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:50:39 +0000

Owen Stewart, who makes candles as a hobby, has taken the initiative to support the community during the Covid-19 pandemic by selling ‘Covid Candles,’ with the proceeds going to local charities. Amanda Stewart, Owen’s mother, said, “This started for him as a rainy day hobby for he and I to do together. We would save […]

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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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Fifteen Bermuda Gymnasts Compete In Florida

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Published On :: Tue, 23 Feb 2016 11:25:17 +0000

Last weekend 15 gymnasts from the Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] enjoyed success at the 28th Gasparilla Classic Gymnastics Invitational – one of the largest gymnastics meets held in the United States. Three female athletes and 12 male athletes competed in new levels during the competition held in St. Petersburg, Florida at the Tropicana Field Stadium, […]

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Bermuda Gymnasts At Burlington Spring Classic

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Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:41:23 +0000

The Bermuda Gymnastics team recently competed at the Burlington Spring Classic in Canada, with a number of notable results being recording during the event. A spokesperson said, “We had a fabulous weekend in Burlington, Canada on the first weekend in May. “Even with the cooler climate, we had a really warm welcome from Burlington Gymnastics […]

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Gymnastics Team To Compete In Trinidad

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Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2019 17:12:12 +0000

The Bermuda gymnastics community is preparing to send eighteen young gymnasts to its first ever Caribbean Gymnastics Championships [CGC] this weekend. The competition, which has been held annually since 2015, welcomes more than 100 competitors from a number of Caribbean and associated countries. CGC 2019 is hosted by Trinidad with a variety of events being […]

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Leseur Leads IJGT Faldo Series U16 Division

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Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:44:01 +0000

After two rounds of the Faldo Series – International Junior Golf Tour [IJGT], Kenny Leseur leads the Under 16 Boy’s Division. Lesuer went into the final round of the tournament with a 15 stroke lead over the field. Leseur shot a second round 1-over par 73 to come off the course at 2-under par. Hunter […]

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Leseur Wins Faldo Series U16 Boy’s Division

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Nov 2019 01:00:30 +0000

Kenny Leseur has won the Faldo Series – International Junior Golf Tour [IJGT] Under 16 Boy’s Division. Leseur went into the Final Round of this Tournament with a 15 stroke lead over the field, and he shot a Final Round 1-over par 73 to finish at 1-under par. Felix Feres Mahbub from Mexico and Muhamad […]

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Airport Charity Classic Raises Over $30,000

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 16:50:52 +0000

The Airport Charity Classic organized by Skyport, Aecon & Bermuda Airport Authority raised more than $30,000 for two local charities in its second year. The event was held on October 10 at Tucker’s Point Golf Club with all proceeds going to Tomorrow’s Voices and SCARS [Saving Children and Revealing Secrets]. Twenty-eight teams registered to play […]

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Video: ‘Taking Off’ Highlights Charity Golf Classic

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:10:09 +0000

Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the Airport Charity Golf Classic. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “Skyport, Aecon and the Bermuda Airport Authority held the second annual Airport Charity Golf Classic in October. […]

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Eric Dugas Wins World Par 3 Championship

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Mar 2020 13:39:03 +0000

After heading into the final round as co-leader, Eric Dugas managed to hold steady, giving only one shot back on his way to securing a victory at the Dark ‘n Stormy World Par 3 Championship. The win sees Dugas taking home $10,000 [USD] and an exemption into the PGA TOUR’s Bermuda Championship later this year. […]

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Rugby: Caribbean Cup 2019 Squad Announced

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:30:36 +0000

Bermuda coach Jamie Barnwell has named the 29-man squad for this week’s Caribbean Cup fixture against Guadeloupe in the Rugby Americas North championships 2019. A spokesperson said, “Barnwell has selected an experienced team to represent Bermuda. Captained by Aldo Campbell and Peter Dunkerley, Bermuda will be supported in the forwards by Dustin Archibald, Darren Richardson, […]

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Caribbean Cup: Bermuda Defeat Guadeloupe

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Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2019 02:50:53 +0000

Bermuda’s 29-man squad for today’s [Sept 21] Caribbean Cup fixture against Guadeloupe in the Rugby Americas North championships 2019, were crowned champions after they defeated Guadeloupe 33-10 at the National Sports Center. Bermuda took the lead in the first minute when Alex Brown went over for a try and Dan Cole kicked the conversion to […]

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World Rugby Classic: Ireland & South Africa Win

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Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2019 12:32:26 +0000

A total of 55 points were put on the board on the second day of the 2019 World Rugby Classic at the National Sports Center. Ireland Legends 25 – USA Eagles 8 Ireland put on a dominant performance as they defeated the United States in the opening game of the second day of the World […]

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Rugby: Mariners Defeat The Rest On Spirit Day

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Published On :: Sun, 22 Dec 2019 13:33:22 +0000

Mariners Spirit Day started under sunny blustery skies with a good crowd present at the Warwick Academy School Field. The Mariners took on The Rest, with the Mariners picking up the 21 – 14 win. Dustin Archibald powered over from 2 meters out, and when Jamie Hodgkins converted it gave the Mariners a 7 – […]

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Police Rugby Duckett Memorial Rugby Matches

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 10:22:34 +0000

The annual Police Rugby Duckett Memorial Rugby matches will take place this Saturday at National Sports Center. “Both Men’s and Ladies’ Police Rugby teams are preparing for demanding matches when they compete against the best of the rest in Bermuda’s oldest rugby event,” a spokesperson said. “The annual games are played in memory of George […]

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Videos: African Rhythm Fashion Extravaganza

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Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2016 11:05:18 +0000

The first ever African Rhythm Black Expo and Fashion Show Extravaganza was staged at the Pembroke Community Club on Saturday [May 21] by the Black Collective, a group of five women. Models for the fashion show included Shoshana Williams, Damarion Stewart, Tianna DeSilva, Shatonae DeSilva [daughter of Tiona], Ebony Lightbourne, Lee Lambert, Justin Binns, Ashanti […]

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