Bermuda Sports Journal Issue #13

In his teenage years, he had faced the challenges of a Bermuda in which segregation limited Black people to two established secondary schools, Berkeley Institute and Sandys Secondary

In the late 1940s, Edwin Skinner, the retired principal of the segregated Cavendish Primary, helped start a third option for Black students called Howard Academy. Howard Academy not only proved successful in academics, but also on the football field. It was outside of this school that Devonshire Colts Football Club was formed in 1957.

Donald was one of the first graduates from Howard Academy to go off to university. On his return from university in the early 1960s, he worked as a school Teacher/Principal and would become an iconic coach of the Devonshire Colts Football Team.

In his dual role as a teacher and a coach, he facilitated the birth of an idea that nurtured the complete development of a person, not only as a player on the field, but more importantly, in all aspects of life.

His ideas were grounded in discipline, building a community framework, a mindset that everyone would benefit from. Donald “Dick” Dane has made a substantial contribution to the development of so many young men, not only as an administrator, educator, and a football coach, but his unique form of discipline has also left an impression on everyone who has come under his guidance.

Donald Dane, former Devonshire Colts football coach, schoolteacher, and President of the Bermuda Football Association.

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Dr. Jeffery MacLeod

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Betty Doyling (Health and Fitness)

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Disclaimer

The Bermuda Sports Journal was established in part because many of the sporting organizations have not kept records of the achievements of their athletes whether it be in photographs, documented history, or statistics. As people grow older, memories fade and is forgotten, therefore, unrecorded information frequently become fables. The goal of the Bermuda Sports Journal is to interview people and document their stories to ensure preservation of all their stories. We aim to be as accurate as possible, whilst relying on people’s honesty and their re-collection of events, including correct dates and times, therefore, some information may be inaccurate.

THE ROLE OF SPORTS CLUBS IN THE COMMUNITY

There are several types of clubs in Bermuda and varied reasons for their establishment. I thought it might be good to define the ones that are relevant to sports and touch on some ideas that can make them beneficial to community improvement.

First and foremost, is there a difference between sports, community, or a social club, or are they the same? A club is defined as an association or organization dedicated to a particular interest or activity.

A social club is a broad term describing an organization consisting of members that have a shared interest. These clubs allow people interested in an activity or subject to congregate and interact with one another. An example can be a book club, photography club, boat club or a sports club.

So, a photography club will attract people who like photography, and they will teach and help each other to ‘hands-on’ learn the technics and controls of the camera to improve the image quality of each member. This will improve the knowledge and ability of each member and their service to the community and the prospects of employment opportunities.

This is the importance of sports/social/ community clubs in any country. They can attract a diverse number of people to service the varying needs of the club to the benefit of the club, individuals, community, and the country.

It is a great way to make new friends, Network, share ideas, and learn new skills. If you love football and join a football club, it must be operated as any business. You need knowledgeable people with clear ideas to manage and advance the direction of the club, and train new members to fill the positions so that the administration runs smoothly.

Each club, whether it be football, motocross, or cricket, needs a photographer, journalist, coaches, and other supporting members that help the club to realize its’ goals. The flip step to this involvement is the experience and skills that the members obtain with their responsibilities to the club and how in can prepare them for opportunities in the workplace.

Inexperienced Vice-Presidents learn knowledge and abilities from the president in leadership, the assistant accountant learns valuable proficiencies and errors are corrected while under the watchful eye of the accountant. The young footballer develops his skills at an early age while under the guidance of the team coaches. There are even opportunities to gain experience in marketing skills for sponsorship of the club and/or the clubs’ teams. There are many benefits to joining a club and the role of club in the community provides a sense of belonging and should play a key role in family structure, community development, and national pride.

Tiara DeRosa, who holds the national record of 48.89 metres in discus made history by becoming the first Bermudian woman to compete in the discus throw at Commonwealth Games. The 24-year-old DeRosa’s appearance at the Games marked only the second time Bermuda has been represented in discus at the Commonwealth Games; following the first appearance in 1934. At the 2022 National Track & Field meet, Tiara shattered the Bermuda shot put record, a record that stood for over 30 years set by Sonya Smith. She also broke Sonya’s 1988 discus record with a toss of 13.89, which had stood for 34 years (1988).

MINORS TO REPRESENT BERMUDA

Bermuda Middle-distance runner, Dage Minors was presented with a cheque for $5,000 from Dr. Ewart Brown, the BHCS executive chairman, and Mahesh Reddy, the medical director, presented Dage Minors with a cheque for $5,000 to help with his prepares to represent Bermuda in the 1,500 metres at the Commonwealth Games. Dage had an outstanding year in 2022, setting two new Bermuda national records, placing third at the USATF Bermuda Games and won the 800 metres during the Battle Road Track Club Meet in Massachusetts. He also placed third in the Battle Road Track Club’s Twilight Series at Bentley University in Massachusetts.

Dage had an outstanding year in 2022, setting two new Bermuda national records.

Hazel Clark Honored at US Championships

Hazel Clark, Three-time U.S. Olympian athlete and winner of seven U.S. national titles, who now works for the Bermuda Tourism Authority as Director of Global Sales and Business Development was honored during the US Championships held at Hayward Field, Eugene, Oregon. Hazel was honored along with her sister Joetta Clark Diggs and sister-in-law Jearl Miles Clark, all three former athletes represented the United States in the 800 metres at the Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, in 2000. They are the only family in history to place three members from one discipline on the US Olympic team.

Triathlon: Petty & Wightman Compete in MontrealH

Steven Petty and Arthur Wightman, both competed in the 2022 World Triathlon Sprint Championships in Montreal. Wightman finished 55th in the Men’s 45-49 Age Group Division finishing in a time of 1:18:44. Steven Petty competed in the Men’s 70 – 74 Age group Division and placed 21st with a time of 1:36:11.

Steven Petty

Arthur Wightman

Robin Horsfield Finishes 16th in Canada Cup

Bermuda National Mountain Bike Champion Robin Horsfield crashed twice, but still managed to finish 16th at the Canada Cup held in Whistler, British Colombia. The course was a 4km loop that included many difficult downhill slopes in hot and dusty conditions that forced several riders to give up the race early due to its complexity. Robin crashed early in the race and damaged the bike, losing two minutes repairing the bend derailleur. He was three minutes behind when he was in collision with the race leaders and crashed again but hangs on, pushed hard and finished 16th.

MADELYN MOORE TO CHANGE UNIVERSITY

Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore has moved to Virginia Tech to train under the guidance of Sergio Lopez Miro. Madelyn had been at the University of Northern Colorado for four years, and had help lead the swim and dive team to the most successful collegiate seasons in the University’s history, having broken and rebroken 13 individual school records, one Western Athletic Conference record, 1 CSCAA national record, and individually won six gold, two silver and one bronze medals, which earned her the WAC Swimmer of the Year both in 2021 and 2022. The move to Virginia Tech allows Madelyn to train with world class athletes and further her progress towards the Paris Olympic Games in 2024.

RALPH BEAN JR APPOINTED HEAD COACH OF X-ROADS

Ralph Bean Jr has been appointed as head coach of Premier Division football team, X-Roads. The team posted on their Instagram page that Ralph “Gumbo” Bean Jr has been appointed as the new Head Coach X-Roads Warriors FC. Former head coach Komeini Talbot will stay on the club’s coaching staff, but leave the head coaching position to Ralph Bean, who retired from playing in 2017. Ralph is the son of Bermuda football legend Ralph Bean Sr. and looks forward to using his knowledge to strengthen the X-Roads FC team, who gained promotion to the Premier division for the first time in the 2017-18.

Ralph is the son of Bermuda football legend Ralph Bean Sr.

How to lower your sugar intake

What is your favorite type of treat? Mine would be something sweet like a homemade brownie. Sugar tastes great and a lot of us have a weak spot for sweets in some capacity. However, we all realize that eating too much is not good for our bodies. Here are a few signs that let you know you may be eating too much sugar.

Exhaustion

Sugar is full of empty calories. You get basically little to no nutrients at all while consuming it. You may feel a quick boost of energy after you eat it, but you will end up crashing and less active overall if you consume too much. The crashing feeling leads to a lack of energy and can hinder your long-term activity levels.

Weight Gain

Have you noticed a little weight gain in new places on your body such as your stomach, hips or thighs? It could be due to a high sugar intake. Since sugar is full of non-nutrients, it immediately gets stored in the body’s

fat pockets. It can wreak havoc on your metabolism in addition to making you less active. Your body has a challenging time handling the sugar intake and is forced to store it in your body. Your pancreas tries to keep keep your blood sugar levels stable, but if you overload it constantly weight gain is a very realistic possibility. There is no real quality protein or fiber in sugary laden foods, so you are just consuming things that will not aid in muscle growth and will exhaust your metabolism. Increased levels of insulin from your pancreas can result in gaining weight and could cause future health issues later.

Cavities

No one truly loves visiting the dentist. So putting the sugar away will definitely create one less trip to the office. Sugar is simply terrible for your teeth. It can lead to gum disease, discoloration, and plenty of cavities even while taking care of your teeth. There is bacteria that naturally grow on and in between our teeth, but eating sugar in excess ruins the cycle of our saliva that cleans your mouth naturally leading to cavities

Changes in our Moods

Sugary foods cause rapid changes in how our bodies process food. A quick sugar high that leads to a fast crash will definitely change how you feel at any given moment after consuming it. After your crash, your body is challenged to keep its high energy level which is very hard to do. If you notice a feeling of moodiness or frustration after your sugar high fades away you are probably consuming too much to begin with.

Sugar Cravings

Sugar is addictive. If you constantly feel the need for a late-night snack, you may have a small addiction. Your taste buds get used to consuming sugar, but your hormonal system is also affected. Your body will crave more of the “high” feeling you get, even though it results in a crash. When you habitually eat sweet foods, your body sends off a feeling of joy that your body gets used to, and the better the feeling the more your body will crave it.

Constantly Sick

I think we all get excited about baked goods that come into the office. However, we probably are not thinking about our immune systems as we bite into a piece of gingerbread. Sugar definitely has a negative impact on

our immune system and can lead to illness. Without eating nutritious foods and exercising our bodies will be less healthy overall. Sugar can immediately have an impact on your body’s strength, skin and overall health making you more susceptible to sicknesses.

Never Full

How many of us can truly get full on a piece of glass candy or one sugar cookie? Since sugar has no nutritional value, while you consume multiple sugar cookies, your caloric intake is increasing, and you are still hungry. You will end up consuming more food because your brain tells you that you have a craving for more food. If you continue to eat more foods that are high in sugar it works as a never-ending cycle of temporarily satisfying your cravings with foods that will not fill you up and add plenty of useless calories.

Lowering your daily intake may be challenging at first, but it can be done. If you need help consult your doctor or nutritionist to get you on the right path.

Ease up on the sugar and B-Active For Life!

WHO IS ON YOUR TEAM?

In the business world, it’s important for a company to have a Board of Directors to provide oversight and guidance to leaders and carefully balance the short and longterm interests of the enterprise. Similarly, it is important for athletes to consider the composition of their board or team: the group of people who guide, coach and provide input on their development and decision-making for training and competition.

WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING MY TEAM?

COLLECTIVE ATTRIBUTES AND KNOWLEDGE

• It is important to consider not only the previous success of your coaches and advisory team or their resumes, but also their style, beliefs and values. There are many different approaches and philosophies that can result in success. There isn’t just one pathway to success. Choose your team according to the beliefs, values, coaching style etc. that are important to you.

THE NECESSARY ROLES ON YOUR TEAM

• Cheerleaders– This is someone who is encouraging, supportive, and always has your back.When you’ve made a mistakeor you are not performing at the level you may wish to be, they’ll be there with an endless supplyof positive advice and can add levity as needed.

• Connectors – This team member knows how to connect you to resources and other experts in the sport who can augment your current training and competitive mix. They have a wealth of strong relationships in the sport and are well respected. It’s easy for them to reach out, make a recommendation and create the bridge to an opportunity that is critical to your development.

• Champions – This team member is a fearless advocate for you. They will pave the way for you whether it is funding, training opportunities overseas, moving from the bench to the field… you name it, they are making the case and connecting the dots between where you are and where you want to go.

Keep in mind that one person may play more than one role and who fills these roles can ebb and flow over time. The team may change depending on your focus and priorities. That said, reflecting on what you need, facilitating ongoing discussion and dialogue and having constructive criticism is a must.

Here are a few other considerations as you assemble your winning team.

HOW WELL DO I KNOW THEM?

• While it’s easy to assume that we know an individual based on their achievements - what is written, what is posted on social mediaand in a small community, what is being said and repeated frequently, it is important to thoroughly research and ensure what is being said aligns with what you are seeing with those who work and train with them.

WHAT ARE YOUR EXPECTATIONS?

• For you: what are you seeking from them and what are you giving in return?

• For a coach: how often are you talking with them?What is their communication style?Are you working only on the field or are there goalsetting or ongoing discussions taking place?

• For a physiotherapist, nutritionist or other specialist: what is their area of expertise?How often will you see them?How do they stay current, and would you like for them to share their latest knowledge and findings to facilitate your development?

HOW DIVERSE IS YOUR TEAM IN EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, ACHIEVEMENTS AND THEIR INDIVIDUAL JOURNEY TO SUCCESS?

• Remember, just because a professional is in a role or position, doesn’t mean they are good at it and even more so, a good match for you and your team.

ASSESS WHERE YOU ARE IN YOUR ATHLETIC CAREER.

• The composition of the team will differ when just starting in the sport, considering competing in college or transitioning from a long and successful career into the workplace. Remember, some of your team members will be with you from start to finish.Some will be on the bench, and you may have to have a tough conversation with a few as they move away.

Remember, you don’t have to be an elite athlete to have a team. There are so many accomplished, credible and generous professionals who are at the top of their game who are willing to contribute to your success. Remain open to what they have to say, even though you may not always like it.Tap into your own confidence to provide constructive feedback and engage in healthy discussions to find the best solutions. The effectiveness of the team and your relationship with it is critical to your athletic career through to retirement.

In sports, anything can happen, whoever looks good on paper may not necessarily be the first one across the line. The champion is never decided at the start of an event, especially if there are a few potential winners. As each athlete has prepared to do their best, the result also features in several unforeseen circumstances.

Kaden Hopkins, Nicholas Pilgrim, Alexander Miller, Liam Flannery, Nicholas Narraway and defending champion Dominique, all had what it takes to walk away with the 2022 CG Insurance National Championship for the Open Man’s Title. Defending champion Dominique Mayho slid out on the rain-soaked roads in St David’s on the second of six laps and was forced to withdraw from the 60 -mile which starts and end on Kindley Field Road.

Steven Smith won the master’s male class.

Ashley Couper was second in the Open Female class and is followed closely by Junior Female winner, Charlotte Millington.

2022 Champion Conor White.

Dominique Mayho crashed on the wet roads and did not finish

Tommy Marshall, Junior male class winner.

Steven Smith

Cameron crashed on the home stretch and unfortunately finished fourth.

Liam Flannery was 4th in the Open Male class with a time of 2:28:24.027.

Open Female Champion, Caitlin Conyers completed the 60-mile course in 1:52:59.091

CG INSURANCE CYCLING ROAD RACE Championships Results

NAME Kent Richardson SCHOOL

Warwick Secondary (T.N. Tatum) and Bermuda Institute

YEAR OF BIRTH

1959

SPORTS THAT YOU PARTICIPATE IN Cycling, Triathlon, and water sports

FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH Motocross, F1 Racing and MotoGP

CHILDHOOD HERO: Jeff Payne

INTERNATIONAL HERO: Alec Rukosuev -World Triathlete (USA)Biggest influence on

Career:

GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT:

Representing Bermuda in Pan Am Games (1995) and Commonwealth Games (2002)

FAVORITE FOOD

Apples, Digestive Cookies, and good coffee

THINGS YOU LIKE Good Conversation (on any subject)

THINGS YOU DISLIKE bad coffee

FAVORITE TV SHOW Bonanza (1959 -1973)

FAVORITE MOVIE

The World’s Fastest Indian (2005) and The Great Debaters (2007)

FAVORITE ACTOR

Denzel Washington

FAVORITE SINGER

Ella Jane Fitzgerald (American jazz singer)

FAVORITE SONG

Take Five by Stan Getz

PERSONAL AMBITION

To make people happy

DEAD OR ALIVE, WHO WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO MEET

Christine Lagarde (French politician)

BEST PLACE VISITED

Austria

PLACE YOU WOULD MOST LIKE TO VISIT

Japan and Kanya

The Deloitte Tennis Open was held at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club, with South African Pro Tour player Wayne Montgomery testing the metal of Bermuda’s number one player, Tariq Simons, and Trey Mallory. It was an opportunity to measure where Bermuda’s top players stand on the global stage without leaving home with a seasoned international player.

Chris Weeks defeated Hugh Seymour 6-2, 6-0 in their Men’s A singles match

Raul Maldinado-Jaime lost to John Masters 6-0, 6-0 in the Men’s B Singles.

Hugh Seymour lost to Chris Weeks 6-2, 6-0

Tariq Simons was stretched to his limits by Wayne Montgomery’s cross court ground strokes

John Masters

Trey Mallory defeated Denzel Hollis 6-1, 6-1

Chris Weeks lost to Trey Mallory in their semi-final match 6-0, 6-1.

David Leader went down 6-0, 6-0 to Wayne Montgomery.

Renie Marcos was beaten in straight sets 6–0, 6–0 by Tariq Simons in the men’s A Singles.

In the Men’s A Singles finals, Wayne Montgomery defeated Trey Mallory 6-3, 7-5.

FULL NAME

Numair Faraz Khan

SCHOOL Homeschool

BIRTH YEAR

2006

SPORT THAT YOU PARTICIPATE IN Tennis and Running

FAVORITE SPORT TO WATCH

Tennis

CHILDHOOD HERO

My Parents

INTERNATIONAL HERO

Roger Federer

BIGGEST INFLUENCE IN MY CYCLING CAREER

Rafael Nadal & Tariq Simons

GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT

Completing the ACCA

FAVORITE FOOD

Fish and Chips

THINGS YOU LIKE

Theology, Islam & Tennis

THINGS YOU DISLIKE

Double-faulting when playing tennis and being lazy

FAVORITE TV SHOW

Ertugful

FAVORITE MOVIE

Toy Story

FAVORITE SINGER

None

FAVORITE SONG

Quran

PERSONAL AMBITIONS

Helping people in need

DEAD OR ALIVE, WHO WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO MEET

Khalid Bn Waleed

BEST PLACE VISITED

Mecca

PLACE YOU WOULD MOST LIKE TO VISIT

Australian Open

Grand Slam Tennis Tournament

The Bermuda National Athletics Association (BNAA) held the National Track & Field Championships on July first and second at the Flora Duffy Stadium. The Bermuda National Track and Field Championships event was sponsored by the Moongate Group and many of Bermuda’s elite international athletes were home to compete as well as up and coming youth athletes.

On day two, Saturday, July 2nd the focus shifts to the younger athletes as the under 6 up to the under 15 athletes in sprints, middle distance, jumps, and throws will compete for national honors.

Dage Minors won the Men 5000 Meter in 14:59.38.

Riana Robinson ran the U12 Girls 1500 Meter in 6:09.74.

Arima Turner placed second in the U15 Girls 100 Meter Dash.

Cameron Adkins won the U5 Boys 1500 Meter Run in 4:48.18

Kelise Wade won the 1,500 metres race in the 1214 age group win, she also won the 800 metres.

Tiara DeRosa threw 46.20 metres in the discus

Tobiah Goodchild was third in the U15 Boys 1500 Meters

Fenella Wightman (#99) won the U17 Girls 1500 Meters and Carina Bortoli (#704) placed third.

Bermuda’s 4 x 100 metres relay team of Caitlin Bobb, Katura Bulford-Trott, ZaKayza Parsons, and Sanaa Re Morris.

BNAA National Track & Field Championships

National Sports Centre - 7/1/2022 Results

Event 78 Boys 1500 Meter Run U15

A Criterium is a French word referring to a cycling race on a closed course, often called ‘crits’ for short. This type of racing is a blend of fitness and strategy. Racing laps on a closed circuit, a criterium course is usually about a mile long and feature two to six turns while avoiding any significant hill climbs. Speed, intensity, and excitement are the defining characteristics of criterium racing.

Due to the many road repairs projects going on, the established sites for ‘crit’ races could not be used, so, for the first time, the Bermuda Bicycle Association made use of the motorsports asphalt racetrack in St. David’s to stage the CG Insurance Criterium Championship.

Top cyclist Kaden Hopkins and the injured Dominique Mayho did not compete this year while Liam Flannery, Alexander Miller and Nicholas Narraway were off Island representing Bermuda at the Caribbean Games in Guadeloupe.

Gabby Arnold, this would be her first race in Bermuda in a couple of years and she rode to victory in the Women’s Open category, taking the title in the absence of Caitlin Conyers.

The men’s open race was a close contest between Conor White, Nicholas Pilgrim, and Tyler Smith. Tyler would sprint away and the other two would work together and reel him in for a sprint to the finish line.

Toby Wright (5th), Chris Nusum (4th) and Wouter Aarts (6th).

Jennifer Lightbourne was third in the Open Female class.

Chris Nusum placed fourth in the Men’s Open class.

Ashley Couper was runner up to Gabby Arnold in the Women’s Open category

Annabelle Miller topped the Junior Female class.

Tyler Smith leads Alex Pilgrim, Conor White and Nicholas Pilgrim early in the race. Alex fell off the pace and his brother, Nicholas Pilgrim would edge Conor White in a sprint to the finish by a mere six hundredths of a second, Tyler Smith would complete the podium places in third place.

Nicholas Pilgrim

Gabby Arnold

FULL NAME

Fenella Wightman

NICKNAME

Nell SCHOOL

Bermuda High School

BIRTH YEAR 2007

SPORT THAT YOU PARTICIPATE IN Triathlon, Track & Field

FAVORITE SPORT TO WATCH

Triathlon

FAVORITE OTHER SPORT

Swimming

WHO IS/ARE YOUR ROLE MODEL

Flora Duffy

INTERNATIONAL HERO

Sydney McLaughlin

BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON CAREER

Neil De Ste Croix

GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT

Double gold medal at CARIFTA Triathlon and Aquathon

FAVORITE FOOD

Tacos

THINGS YOU LIKE

Cooking, training with friends, travelling

THINGS YOU DISLIKE

Bad weather, barracudas

FAVORITE TV SHOW

Friends

FAVORITE MOVIE

Love Actually

FAVORITE SINGER

Harry Styles

FAVORITE SONG

Lose Yourself

PERSONAL AMBITIONS

Junior Commonwealth Games

DEAD OR ALIVE, WHO WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO MEET

Nelson Mandela

BEST PLACE VISITED

South Africa

PLACE YOU WOULD MOST LIKE TO VISIT Australia

The Powerade 5K starts and finishes at Butterfield & Vallis on Orange Valley, Devonshire.

The event, formerly known as the Nature Valley 5K, is open to runners and walkers, with the walkers starting at 7.45am and the runners at 8am.

The 2022 Powerade 5K Road Race Champions were Jake Brislane in the male class and Lucy Ching won the female class

Power Ranger, Tim Price (#75) finished 8th overall in 19:30

Jake Brislane led from the start and never looked back, winning just under one minute ahead of the secondplace runner James Kennedy.

13-year-old Cameron Adkins was 5th in 18:30

Gemma McGeever was 31st overall and first in the female 30 to 39 age group.

Torcato Fernandes came in 14th place.

Lucy Ching was 19th and first female in 2022

Mohammed Aden has that feeling that he could fly as he heads for the finish line in 32nd place.

Laura Knox-Clingerman ran the 5K with an average speed of 7:32 per kilometer.

Competitive Walker, Junior Watts finished 2nd to Carol Redahan.

Gabriela Martin (#66), Tim Price (#75) and Natalie Price (#74) have fun and create memories at every race they enter.

Cameron De Ste Croix was fourth in 17:59

The Deloitte Tennis Open was held at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club, the Semi-final match-up saw South African Pro Tour player Wayne Montgomery testing the metal of Bermuda’s number one player, Tariq Simons.

For Tariq, it was an opportunity to measure where he stands on the global stage without leaving home in this semi-final match with the seasoned international player. Though he lost in straight sets 6–2, 7–5, Tariq fought a tough fight, but Wayne’s cross court ground stroke pushed Tariq to his limits.

In the finals men’s A singles final, Wayne defeated Trey Mallory in straight sets 6-3, 7-5.

Samara Adams defeated Unaysah Khan 6-1 6–2, but lost to Nadirah Durham 6-1, 6-1 in the Girls U18 Singles final.

Airez-Gilbert Simons defeated Nadirah Durham in straight sets 7-6, 6-4

Noel Johnston and Zach McGuire teamed up to defeat Kyan Hands & Ryan Carruthers 6-2, 6-1 in the Boys U18 Doubles

Tobiah Goodchild went down 6-1, 6-2 to Zach McGuire in their Boys U14 semi-finals match.

Boys U12, Hassan Khan triumphed over Manuel Maldonado 7-5, 6-2.

In their Girls U10 match, Ayra Khan lost to Chloe Mcbrearty 6-0,6-0.

Charlotte Lesage defeated Airez Gilbert- Simons 6-2,7-5 in their Girls U18 Singles

George Peniston beat Julian Hands 6-3, 7-5 in the Boy’s 12 Division

Samara Adams defeated Unaysah Khan 6-1, 6-2 in the Girls U18’s.

Milan Gibbons-Thomas defeated Ayra Khan 6-1, 6-7 in their Girls U12 match.

Numair Khan defeated Noel Johnston 7-6, 6-4 in the Boys 16 Singles Final.

Isabella Neururer beat Ayra Khan 6-2, 6-3 in the Girls U10 (Green ball) Singles.

FULL NAME

Samara Adams

SCHOOL

Warwick Academy

SPORT THAT YOU PARTICIPATE IN Tennis & Netball

FAVORITE SPORT TO WATCH

None

FAVORITE OTHER SPORT

Swimming

WHO IS/ARE YOUR ROLE MODEL

Barbara Lambert My Maternal Grandmother

INTERNATIONAL HERO

Venus Williams

BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON CAREER

My Family

GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT

Winning my 1st U-14 tournament

FAVORITE FOOD

Sushi

THINGS YOU LIKE

Trying New Sport and Competing

THINGS YOU DISLIKE

Unfairness

FAVORITE TV SHOW

Lucifer/The 100/Stranger Things

FAVORITE MOVIE

Pixels/Top Gun Maverick

FAVORITE SINGER

Shensea

FAVORITE SONG

Broadway Girls by Lil Durk/Morgan

Wallen

PERSONAL AMBITIONS

Become a Supreme Court Judge

DEAD OR ALIVE, WHO WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO MEET

Adam Sandler

BEST PLACE VISITED

Mexico

PLACE YOU WOULD MOST LIKE TO VISIT

Everywhere

Craig Bean was the number one junior tennis player in Bermuda when he died in a road traffic accident in the year 2000 at the age of 18. For Gavin Manders, Craig was a role model and the whole reason for him getting into tennis and Craig’s death was a huge blow. This would be the driving force behind preserving his memory by hosting an annual tennis tournament in his memory. Since 2019, Gavin’s goal has been to keep Craig’s memory alive and in the minds of the younger tennis players coming up.

On September 4th to the 11th, 2022, Manders Tennis Management hosted the Craig Bean Memorial Championships at the Fairmont Southampton tennis courts.

Denzel Hollis would fall 6-4, 6-0 to Tariq Simons in their A Division Singles Semi-Finals match.

Manuel Maldonaldo lost his U12 match against Hassan Khan 6-2, 6-1.

Julian Hands lost his U12 match against Manuel Maldonaldo 6-3, 6-0

From left to right: Craig’s brother, Clay and his wife Takai Bean, his father, mother and sister, Richard, Juanita and Christie Bean.

In the B Division, Shentoine Lambert (L) lost the first set 7-5, won the second set 6-3 before losing the tiebreaker 9-11 to David Tavares (R).

Carika Weldon went down 6-2, 6-2 to Airez Gilbert-Simons in their B Division match.

Tariq Simons successfully defended his 2021 Craig Bean title by beating Gavin Manders in straight sets 6-0, 6-2

Jaden Jones lost to Zach McGuire in the Under 14 Division finals in straight sets 6-2, 6-2.

In Green Ball 1 Division, Sophia Manders beat Nick Moulder 7-5.

In 1999 Troy Harvey offered to take over the Heritage Scholarship Football tournament with the objective of infusing fresh ideas to grow the event as well as give the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Bermuda Alumni Chapter a vehicle to work with and develop young people in sportsmanship and achievement.

The events’ origins showcased the talents of young footballers between the ages of 7 & 12 and were called the Kappa Alpha Psi Pee Wee Extravaganza. The first year saw 12 boys’ teams compete in the different age groups with the entire event taking place over a few hours on a Saturday.

Thanks to the vision of the committee and the fostering of great partnerships with businesses in the community and a team of dedicated volunteers the event now takes place over three days and is competed for by over 1,000 kids (both boys and girls) between the ages of 7 and 14.

In 2010 the event was renamed, and it is now known as the Kappa Classic. It has grown to be the largest youth sporting event in Bermuda. The Men of Kappa Alpha Psi Bermuda Alumni Chapter continue to promote achievement through sport by providing an outlet for young people to showcase not only their sports skills but also their leadership and teamwork.

The Kappa Classic is held annually at the end of the local football season in March/April at the National Sports Center. After a 2½-year hiatus because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the youth football event has returned.

Carter Thomas (FC Bascome) had his shot blocked by Somerset U13 goalie, Aiden Jones.

Sophie Tindall (BFLA) battles with Filipa Duarte (WA).

Mirabella Lohan (WA) and Daisy Langley (BFLA).

Saved on the line

BFLA’s Avery Taylor U11

Freddy Webster (D. Colts) and Desani Samuels (PHC) U7

That feeling when you missed the shot that sinks your team

Z’Ani Jennings slips pass the defense

Devonshire Colts U7 Isaac Metschnabel.

Sam Bernardino (Warwick Academy)

PHC Striker, Logan Richardson has wings

Henry Brown (FC Bascome) and Harlo Robinson (Dev. Colts) battle for possession

Saved in the arms of the keeper

Desani Samuels (PHC) and Village players struggle for possession

Nayan Grant (BAA) and Michari Tear DeLeon (Somerset) U15

Cai Williams dribbles pass Warwick Academy’s keeper.

Xani Allen Robin Hood Archers U15

Devonshire Colts U7, Freddy Webster. PHC Coach John Nusum talks strategy with the team

Referees don’t just blow whistles; they also tie shoes.

Annabelle Shah – U11 Girls, Warwick Academy

Coach Andrew Bascome

FC Bascome’s Jeon Wolfe.

Warwick Academy’s Jack Jones

BFLA teammates, Mia DePonte and Daisy Langley celebrate. 2023 | Bermuda

PHC Coach, Jamal Anderson celebrates with the under 7 team

Pembroke Hamilton Club’s triumphant under 7 team.

The North Village Rams team won the under 13 title.

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association, the governing body for tennis in Bermuda, hosted the ‘Back to School’ Junior Open Tournament at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium.

28 boys and 2 girls entered the tournament and despite the awful heat, they displayed their love of the game.

Because there were only two females that signed up, they played a round robin format in both the U16 and U18 divisions.

Tristan Pettit won the boys’ under-16 title, defeating Kyan Hands 6-4, 6-1 in the final

Chase McCrimmon stopped Cameron Duda 6-0, 6-1 in their Boys U12 match

Caitlin Neijmeijer won both the U16 and the U18 titles.

In the Boy’s U16 Division William Freisenruch lost to Numair Khan 6-4, 7-5

Theodore Tolaram defeated Thomas McBain 6-4, 7-5 in the Boys U12

In the Boy’s U16s, Jayden Lambert went down 6-1, 6-1 to Kyan Hands

Jadon Spriggs defeated Zander Rafferty 6-1, 6-2 in the Boy’s U16

Nadhira Durham had a frightening moment in the first set against Caitin Neijmeijer when she hyper extended her right knee and rolled her ankle. She would lose the first set 5-7, bounced back to win the second set, 6-2, before losing 6-0 in the third

Boys’ under-14 winner Kyan Hands.

The 2022 road running season starts with the Swan’s Running Club Labor Day 5K. The annual Labor Day race starts on North Shore Road in front of C-Mart and heads east to Palmetto Hill round-a-bout, over the hill along Palmetto Rd. and left onto Parsons Lane to the finish line.

Thomas Mills, 39-year-old Englishman who has been living in Bermuda for three years, ran the Labour Day 5K for the first time and won the race in 16minutes 38seconds.

Scott Smith ran the 5K in 20:09 for 12th overall.

Stepanka Sprincova was second place in her age group (20-29) and 19th overall.

Paul Hayward won the 5km competitive walk in 33:59

Philip Woollins came in third overall in 17:55.

Bella Wright was first women across the line

Georgia Wharton was first in the 50 – 59 age group and 29th overall.

Jauza James crossed the line in fifth place.

Swan’s Labour Day 5K Road Race