The Tribune

TENNIS

SHEPHERD TO REPRESENT BAHAMAS

THE Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) has confirmed that Iesha Shephard has been seclected to represent the Bahamas at the International Tennis Federation (ITF) 7th Regional Training Camp for players 13-and-under to be held in Tobago at the Shaw Park Tennis Facilities.

Twelve players from seven Caribbean islands were invited (Barbados, Bahamas, Jamaica, Aruba, Grenada, St Lucia and host country Trinidad and Tobago). The camp has been facilitated by the Tennis Association of Trinidad and Tobago, Crusoe Isle Tennis Club/Tobago Zone and the Tobago House of Assembly.

The objective of the camp is to give the best talented player that performed well at the recently concluded 13-and-under Caribbean Development Championships that was also held in Tobago August 26 to September 2 and players that also performed well during the year at ITF Team events and COTECC Circuit for players 14-and-under an opportunity to work together and challenge their skills (physically, mentally, emotionally, technically and tactically).

The ITF’s budget of US $11,000 was spent on accommodation, meals, transport and travel grants for the players to attend the camp. The camp was conducted by Curtis Gonzales (Trinidad and Tobago) and John Goede (Suriname), two very experienced coaches that assist the ITF from time to time with various projects.

At the end of the camp players may be considered for assistance to travel to events or ITF teams, which is based on their performance, discipline, coach ability and long term programme.

VOLLEYBALL

NPVA ACTION

THE New Providence Volleyball Association continued its regular season at the D W Davis Gymnasium with a pair of men’s matches on Wednesday night.

In the first game, the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Blasters picked up their first win of the season by defeating the Henry F Storr Saints in five tough sets 25-19, 25-18, 20-25, 23-25 and 15-9. The youthful Saints were led by Kenton Dawkins in the loss.

In the second match, the National Fence Intruders were led by Donavan Wilmott’s 13 points as they won over Synergy 25-19, 27-25, 16-25 and 25-20. Victor Grant of Synergy led all scorers and finished the evening with 18 points.

Games are slated to continue 7:30pm Friday with the Johnson’s Lady Truckers vs the Central Gas Cougars in a women’s encounter followed by team PASSE and Technicians in the men’s contest.

TRACK

CONFEDERATION MEETING

THE Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations is scheduled to play host to the Central American and Caribbean Confederation (CACAC) regional meeting November 2-4. During the meeting, the CACAC is expected to make some final decisions on international meets and events.

BASKETBALL

NPBA OPENING

THE New Providence Basketball Association is all set to kick off its 2012/13 season at the Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium on Saturday night. Two games are scheduled, starting at 7pm.

In the opener, the Real Deal Shockers will take on the PJ’s Stingers and in the feature contest, the Commonwealth Bank Giants will face the Mailboat Cybots in a rematch of last year’s championship game.

The league is once again expected to be divided into two divisions - John Archer and Vince Ferguson divisions. Some 12 teams are expected to participate in the league this year. Games are scheduled to be played every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights.

SOFTBALL

BSC OPENING

THE Baptist Sports Council has agreed to postpone the opening of its 2012 season until the completion of the Bahamas Softball Federation’s National Round Robin Championships that is set for the weekend of November 2-4. The BSC will now begin play on Saturday, November 10 at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex. The season is expected to be an abbreviated one, but will feature the men, co-ed and 19-and-under divisions.

Churches interested in registering to participate are urged to contact BSC secretary general Jonique Webb at joniquewebb@hotmail.com, or director Brent Stubbs at stubbobs@gmail.com. Churches have until Saturday, October 27 to register when a final meeting is set to be held 10am at the Bahamas Baptist College on Jean Street.

CONCHMAN

GRAND BAHAMA REGISTRATION

THE Grand Bahama Conchman Triathlon is slated to be held on Saturday, November 3. The one-kilometre swim, 25K bike and 5K run will be held around Taino Beach. Registration will take place at the Manor House, The Grand Lucayan from 6-7pm Thursday, November 1 and 6-8pm on Friday, November 2, followed by the pre-race meeting at 7:30 pm. Pre-registration can also be done online at conchman.com

RACING

UNCLE LOU ROAD RACE

THE St Augustine’s College Alumni Association has announced that the 7th annual Uncle Lou Road Race is set for Saturday, November 17. The event will comprise of three divisions - cycling, running and walking.