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Two-Day Horticultural Community Cleanup

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 14:38:20 +0000

The Ministry of Public Works in partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful, is encouraging all of Bermuda to participate in a two day weekend horticultural community clean-up to remove the final remnants of horticultural waste scattered around our island. Held on the 14 and 15 of December, from 7:30Am to 4:00pm each day, the public are […]

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Tiffany Dawson Earns WBFF Pro Card

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Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2019 13:45:12 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Life couldn’t get much better for Tiffany Dawson. This past weekend she won a World Beauty, Fitness, and Fashion [WBFF] competition in Dallas, Texas on Saturday and earned her pro card. Next month she will compete in the world championships, and in September she will marry the love of her life. Ms […]

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Tiffany Dawson To Make Pro Debut On Saturday

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Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 12:40:50 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Tiffany Dawson will make her pro debut on Saturday at the World Championships after having earned her pro card for the World Beauty, Fitness and Fashion Inc. three weeks ago in Dallas, Texas. Ms Dawson told Bernews she leaves Monday for the Bahamas and will participate in the red carpet event on […]

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IFBB Pro Qualifier To Be Held In Bermuda

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Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 18:00:13 +0000

The island is scheduled to host an International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness [IFBB] Pro Qualifier in December of this year, with the overall winners set to earn an IFBB Pro Card. No qualification is required to participate, the league is open worldwide, crossover for open novice and masters will be allowed, and the classes […]

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Tiffany Dawson Makes Top 10 In Pro Debut

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2019 11:33:58 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Tiffany Dawson had an outstanding pro debut at the World Beauty Fitness & Fashion World Championships on Saturday in The Bahamas. Ms Dawson finished in the top 10, just three weeks after earning her pro card in another WBFF event held in Dallas. She told Bernews, “The stage was exhilarating. There was […]

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Ross Caesar Competes In IFBB Event In Canada

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 15:01:18 +0000

Bodybuilder Ross Caesar recently competed in the 2019 IFBB Niagara Falls Pro/AM in Canada, ranking 11th in his category. The two-day event was held on November 15 and November 16 at the Scotia Bank Convention Center in Niagara Falls, and Mr. Caesar took part in the Classic Men’s Physique category, placing 11th. Photos courtesy of […]

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Bermuda Hockey Academy Win 4Goals Cup

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Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 12:03:35 +0000

The Bermuda Hockey Academy Men’s team competed in the 7th annual 4Goals Cup on the campus of UMass Lowell in Boston and were crowned the 2019 4Goals Cup Men’s Open Champions. The team played 3 games on the Opening Day winning all three games. The Bermuda Hockey Academy won the first game 2 – 0 […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey Season Underway

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Published On :: Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:39:13 +0000

The Bermuda Hockey Federation Season got underway at the National Sports Center with the Longtails and Canaries battling it out. A single Field Goal strike in the 27th minute off the stick of Tana Van De Berg earned the Longtails a 1 – 0 win. Related Stories Field Hockey: Pink Robins Defeat Longtails Field Hockey: […]

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Chrysda Smith Scores Twice For York University

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Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:00:19 +0000

Bermuda’s Chrysda Smith scored twice for York University Lions field hockey team as they defeated Western Mustangs by a score of 9-2. The school’s report said, “On Saturday the York University Lions field hockey team defeated the Western Mustangs at Varsity Field in Guelph, Ont., by a lopsided score of 9-2. “Several York players earned […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 18:00:16 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Field Hockey Federation recently held a triple header at the National Sports Center. Canaries 2 – Griffins 4 The Griffins defeated the Canaries 4 – 2. The Griffins got two goals from Sydney Fisher and single strikes from Peter Loade and Zina Jones, while Nat Rood and Alex Godet scored […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Griffins & Budgies Win

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Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:32:16 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed at the National Sports Center with a double header that produced 15 goals. Longtails 1 – Griffins 5 The Griffins defeated the Longtails 6 – 1 in the opener. Jo Heaney led the way for the Griffins with a hat trick, while Donna McHolson scored twice. […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Ravens & Hawks Win

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:51:28 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed at the National Sports Center with a double header that produced 7 goals. Ravens 2 – Longtails 0 The Ravens defeated the Longtails 2 – 0. Jessica Hollis gave the Ravens the lead in the 8th minute scoring from a field goal and the lead was […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:23:30 +0000

[Updated with photos] A triple header of Bermuda Field Hockey action took place at the National Sports Center with 14 goals scored. Sandpipers 1 Canaries 2 The Canaries came from behind to defeat the Sandpipers 2 – 1. The Sandpipers went ahead in the 2nd minute when Lauren Cardwell scored a Field Goal, but the […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey League

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 00:00:43 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed with a triple header that produced 31 goals. Pink Robins 4 Hawks 2 The Pink Robins got 2 goals from Emma Ranger and single strikes from Sam Spencer and Leana Coetsee as they defeated the Hawks 4 – 2, Edward Ingham and Mauro […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Hawks & Griffins Win

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 12:05:20 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed at the National Sports Center with a double header that produced 10 goals. Sandpipers 2 Hawks 3 The Hawks edged the Sandpipers 3 – 2, the Hawks got two goals from Rory Pollett, while Edward Ingham scored what proved to be the winner, while the Sandpipers […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Canaries Defeat Longtails

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:34:25 +0000

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season continues at the National Sports Center. Canaries 1 Longtails 0 The lone Bermuda Field Hockey match at the National Sports Center produced just one goal. The Canaries defeated the Longtails 1 – 0, with the only goal of the game coming in the 14th minute off the stick of Lynsey […]

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Bermuda Runners Compete In Las Vegas 5K

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:00:03 +0000

Seven Bermuda runners joined thousands of runners from the United States and around the world as they took part in the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll 5K in Las Vegas. Cal Steede clocked a time of 30:42 to finish 1388th overall, while Mayberline Black finished 1602nd stopping the clock with a time of 31:30. With a […]

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Results: BF&M Bermuda 10K Race And Walk

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Published On :: Sun, 19 Jan 2020 13:00:08 +0000

Patrick Casey and Eilish McColgan raced to victory at the BF&M Bermuda 10K race this weekend. Casey clocked a winning time of 31:31, with Abdulmenan Kasim Gelatu second in 31:04 and Dey Dey third in 31:23. Crossing the line ninth overall was McColgan sclocking a time of 33:28, Nuhamin Bogale Ashame was the second female […]

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PwC Bermuda Half & Full Marathon Results

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:02:03 +0000

Americans Bryan Morseman and Megan Gubbins won the PwC Bermuda Marathon, while Abdulmenan Kasim Gelatu and Nuhamin Bogale Ashame from Ethiopia won the PwC Bermuda Half Marathon. Morseman clocked a time of 2:28:52 over a new course that saw the runners start in Dockyard, Bermuda’s Sean Trott was second with a time of 2:43:04 and […]

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Zooma Bermuda Lighthouse Run Results

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Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 14:17:12 +0000

The Zooma Women’s Race Series Bermuda Challenge got underway in wet conditions this weekend. The Bermuda Lighthouse Run began at Gibbs Lighthouse and the 1.5 mile course saw runners conclude at the Horseshoe Bay Beach. Annie Graupner clocked a winning time of 9:05, with Catherine Mello second in 9:41, and Sarah Thompson crossed the line third […]

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Bermuda Day Parade, Half Marathon Cancelled

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Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:09:58 +0000

“Regrettably against the backdrop of the COVID-19 global pandemic – we simply cannot proceed with hosting the Bermuda Day Parade this year,” Minister of Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said. “Heritage Month and its associated activities have always served as a wonderful opportunity for us to come together as a Country to celebrate our […]

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Covid-19: Second Day Of Drive Through Testing

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 21:32:51 +0000

[Updated] Bermuda’s drive through testing is in its second day, Premier David Burt said, adding that they tested 74 people yesterday, and the goal is test 120 at the location today. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying: “Just received a photo of Bermuda’s drive through testing which has started up for the 2nd day. This […]

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ILO’s World Day For Safety & Health At Work

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:54:10 +0000

Around the world, April 28 is recognised as the International Labour Organisation [ILO]’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work. BPSU 1st Vice President, Sis Lalisha Simmons said, “Around the world, April 28 is recognised as the International Labour Organisation [ILO]’s World Day for Safety and Health at Work. “Historically, April 28 has been […]

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Premier: ‘Will Emerge Into A Different Bermuda’

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 17:59:30 +0000

“We will not return to life as we knew it before COVID-19 for the foreseeable future,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “we must maintain social distancing and balance that with the opening of our economy and our community.” Speaking at last night’s [April 27] press briefing, Premier Burt said, “The Cabinet will meet and […]

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Minister Provides Update On Contact Tracing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 19:56:22 +0000

Minister of Health Kim Wilson confirmed during yesterday evening’s [April 29] press briefing that focus is being placed not only on testing for Covid-19, but also on contact tracing when positive cases have been identified. Speaking at the press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “As I have mentioned previously, testing is just one measure which we […]

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Video: Dr Weldon On Bermuda’s Covid-19 Testing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:21:49 +0000

Dr. Carika Weldon attended the Government press briefing held on Wednesday [May 6] in order to provide a scientific overview of Bermuda’s Covid-19 testing. As of yesterday [May 7], Bermuda had completed 3,719 tests, with 118 positive results and 3,601 negative results. Of the 118 positive results, 61 people have recovered and, sadly, seven people […]

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Updates: Covid-19 On Saturday, May 9th

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 23:40:29 +0000

[Updating] As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues to affect countries around the globe with over 230,000 deaths worldwide, and sadly the island has now recorded seven Covid-19 related deaths. Live updates will be posted as they come in, encompassing both the public and private sectors, and if you have relevant information, please email info@bernews.com. Further information can […]

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Minister: ‘Major Accomplishment For Bermuda’

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 20:41:49 +0000

Calling it an “excellent result and a major accomplishment for Bermuda,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson announced that an international standards setting body “confirmed that Bermuda is one of the global leaders in the fight against money laundering, the financing of terrorism and proliferation.” Minister Dickinson said, “”The Bermuda Government has on many occasions highlighted […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Dressage Show

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Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 13:02:52 +0000

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

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US “Cinderella Horse” Who Charmed Bermuda

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Published On :: Sat, 02 Nov 2019 17:00:12 +0000

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

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Bermuda Retains Jumping Challenge Title

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:00:52 +0000

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

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Lopes Wins Jumping Class In ESP Holiday Finale

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:34:50 +0000

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

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Bermuda Stardust Stables Jumper Show Results

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:09 +0000

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

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Bermuda Riders Excel In Dressage Challenge

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:03:59 +0000

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

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Bermuda Riders To Compete In FEI Challenge

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Published On :: Sun, 09 Feb 2020 22:09:14 +0000

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

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EY To Host Business & Accounting Update Event

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:12:46 +0000

EY will be hosting the EY [Re]Insurance Business and Accounting Update in Bermuda on 10 December 2019. The event will gather leaders in the [re]insurance industry for meaningful discussions on a range of topics including accounting, tax, and regulatory matters, as well the business imperatives facing the Bermuda [re]insurance industry. Among noteworthy speakers is Patrick […]

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NAIC Grants Bermuda Reciprocal Jurisdiction

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Published On :: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 18:12:29 +0000

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners [NAIC] has announced that Bermuda has been granted Reciprocal Jurisdiction status effective January 1, 2020, while also approving the island as a Qualified Jurisdiction. A spokesperson said, “The National Association of Insurance Commissioners announced today that Bermuda has been granted Reciprocal Jurisdiction status effective 1 January 2020. Additionally, the […]

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Helix Underwriting Launches Bermuda Platform

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:05:53 +0000

Helix Underwriting Partners Ltd. [Helix] has received all necessary approvals to commence operations and has entered its first agency agreement to underwrite Middle Market Property Insurance on behalf of QBE in Bermuda. “Founded by industry veterans Claude Lefebvre, Nicholas Lucking and Neville Weston, Helix has been incorporated as the first multi-line independent Managing General Agent […]

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BILTIR, BDA To Showcase Bermuda In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:41:46 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] and the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] are hosting a lounge at one of the world’s leading life re/insurance conferences to showcase the island’s expertise in the sector. BILTIR – which represents 61 long-term insurance, reinsurance and servicing companies who provide life and annuity products – and […]

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Bermuda Flag Football League Underway

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2019 09:32:46 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League Season got underway on the T.N. Tatem Middle School Field with 18 points put on the board in a single match. The Punishers defeated the Renegades 12 – 6, Jared Jimenez led the Punishers with two offensive touchdowns, while the Renegades saw Jacqueline Oliver record four sacks. Related Stories Punishers […]

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Photos: Bermuda Flag Football Games

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 10:04:01 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League Season got underway on the T.N. Tatem Middle School Field recently, with a total of 18 points put on the board in a single match as the Punishers took on the Renegades to get the season started. The Punishers defeated the Renegades 12 – 6, with Jared Jimenez leading the […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Shark$ & Punisher Win

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2019 16:00:47 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League Season continued on the T.N. Tatem Middle School Field with 78 points put on the board in a double header. Renegades 13 Black Shark$ 25 The Black Shark$ got their season off to a good start, with a 12 point victory over the Renegades. The Black Shark$ won 25 – […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Renegades, Squad Win

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 10:13:46 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League season resumed at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, with a total of 82 points scored in a double header. The Renegades went down 13 – 12 to the Punishers, Player of the game for Renegades was Matt Kielo, who had 1 passing Touchdown, 2 Sacks and 2 Interceptions, the […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Shark$ & Squad Win

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Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 11:45:03 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League season resumed at the TN Tatem Middle School Field with a double header that produced 87 points. In the opener the Black Shark$ shutout the Renegades 35 – 0, the Player of the game for the Black Shark$ was Quin Simmons, with 1 Passing Touchdown, 2 Receiving Touchdowns, 3 Sacks […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Flag Football League

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Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 09:15:53 +0000

[Updated with photos] Only one game took place at the TN Tatem Middle School Field in the Bermuda Flag Football League, with the game producing a total of twenty points. The Renegades defeated the Killa Squad by a score of 13 – 7. Graeme Westwood led the winning Renegades team with a receiving touchdown, while […]

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Punishers Crowned Bermuda Bowl Champions

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Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 03:25:04 +0000

The Punsher’s and Black Shark$ took to the TN Tatem Middle School Field to play in Bermuda Bowl VIII. In the end the Black Shark$ picked up the big win 25 – 0. The Bermuda Bowl MVP was Kirstin Saltus with 1 interception and 2 sacks. Related Stories Bermuda Flag Football League Underway Arkansas Defeats […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Punishers & Shark$ Win

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Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 11:06:05 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football League Spring Season got underway at the TN Tatem Middle School Field with a double-header that produced 75 points between them. Punishers 18 X-Patriots 12 In the Season Opener, the Punishers defeated the X-Patriots 18 – 12. Jared Jimenez was the Player of the Game for Punishers with 3 passing touchdowns […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Shark$ & Squad Win

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:22:26 +0000

[Updated with video] The Bermuda Flag Football League Season resumed with a double header at the TN Tatem Middle School Field, with a total of 108 points. X-Patriots 32 Black Shark$ 34 In the opening game the Black Shark$ edged the X-Patriots 34 – 32. The Player of the Game for Black Shark$ was Zakee […]

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Bermuda Flag Football: Punisher & Squad Win

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:26:21 +0000

The Bermuda Flag Football Winter League season resumed with a double-header at the TN Tatem Middle School Field. Punisher 38 Beer-muda Misfits 32 In the opener the Punishers defeated the Beer-muda Misfits 38 – 32. The Player of the Game for Punisher was Te’Jour Riley with 4 touchdown receptions. The Player of the Game for […]

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Video & Results: Bermuda Flag Football League

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 11:54:24 +0000

A recent Bermuda Flag Football Winter League double header saw 89 points scored on the TN Tatem Middle School field, with Killa Squad and Beer-muda Misfits picking up wins. Killa Squad 26 – Black Shark$ 25 The Killa Squad edged the Black Shark$ 26 – 25 in the opener. The player of the game for […]

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