EMPIRE SPORTS MEDICINE SERIES: 'The Sports Ecosystem'
ON the first day of my recent International Visitor Leadership Programme (IVLP) in the United States, a term emerged during our discussions that would eventually shape how I viewed the entire experience - the sports ecosystem. At first, it seemed like a convenient way to describe the many organisations and professionals involved in sport.
Panthers bounce back
THE Ministry of Youth and Sports (MOYS) Panthers bounced back from their opening loss to level their best of five semi-final series against the Police Crimestoppers at one game apiece, while the Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) Shockwaves opened their series against the defending champions Nassau Flight Services (NFS) Ballers with a victory in the 2026 Bahamas Government Departmental Basketball Association (BGDBA) second round of the playoffs.
Philip Hanna Jr finishes Chess Federation Open Series on top
PHILIP Hanna Jr finished the Bahamas Chess Federation’s 2026 Open Series on top after winning the New Providence Open on tiebreaks, capping the five-round tournament with four points at Boost Academy in Palmdale.
Sebastian Walcott delivers grand slam
SEBASTIAN Walcott delivered a grand slam to headline a four-RBI performance as the Surprise Saguaros extended their winning streak to five games in the 2026 Arizona Fall League (AFL), with the Bahamian prospect continuing to build momentum ahead of the 2027 baseball season.
LeBron, 'VJ' and 76ers defeat NBA champion Knicks in opener
VALDEZ “VJ” Edgecombe Jr’s second NBA season began with a different offensive workload from the one he carried during his rookie campaign, but the Bahamian guard remained part of the Philadelphia 76ers’ plans as they opened the 2026-27 season with a 106-100 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night.
Pro tennis player Sydney encourages prefects to lead by example
PROFESSIONAL tennis player Sydney Clarke encouraged incoming Columbus Primary School prefects to lead by example, develop good habits and strive for excellence during a presentation ahead of the 2026/2027 academic year.
CARIFTA Artistic Gymnastic Championships 'must see event'
FIVE enthusiastic young members of The Bahamas’ 36-member team are excited to be carrying the national flag during the 2026 CARIFTA Artistic Gymnastic Championships.
Aden Jones only junior golfer to advance
ADEN Jones was the only junior golfer to advance to the next division during the Bahamas Golf Federation’s Operation 36 testing event at Royal Blue Golf Course this past Saturday.
Under-18 ladies to compete in Women's Softball Pan Am
THE Bahamas Softball Federation is looking to use the upcoming Under-18 Women’s Softball Pan American Championship as a measure of the country’s standing in international softball, while addressing a shortage of pitching talent and working to strengthen the sport’s development programme at home.
Government looking to expand golf infrastructure beyond New Providence
THE government is looking to expand golf infrastructure beyond New Providence, with Minister of Youth and Sports Mario Bowleg pointing to potential private-sector partnerships to develop and upgrade courses on the Family Islands.
Sharks celebrate their first GSSSA cross country title
THE S.C. McPherson Junior High School Sharks celebrated their first Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) Cross Country Championship with a special assembly following the Sharks’ victory on Saturday, October 17.
Lamar Taylor breaks 21-second barrier in 50-metre freestyle
LAMAR Taylor said learning to enjoy swimming again has played a major role in his recent progress after he broke the 21-second barrier in the men’s 50-metre freestyle at the UVA Pro Elite SCM Worlds Prep Meet in Charlottesville, Virginia.
UB Mingoes men’s soccer team makes history
THE momentum began to shift in the University of The Bahamas Mingoes men’s soccer team but Mother Nature stopped the match 20 minutes early as the score was tied 1-1 against Trinity College of Florida Tigers on Saturday in Coral Springs, Florida.
Wizards' Ayton adjusting to new role
BAHAMIAN centre Deandre "D.A." Ayton recorded four points, seven rebounds and four assists in the Washington Wizards’ 131 to 122 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night, continuing his adjustment to a new role during the NBA preseason.
Pro boxers to compete in IBA President's Cup
PROFESSIONAL boxers Carl “Flashy King” Hield and Rashield “Raw” Williams, along with amateur boxer Nisar Dean, will be heading to Istanbul, Turkey, to compete in the IBA President's Cup Boxing championship.
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