Lady Hitmen devour Lady Sharks in opener
A tough opening day for Team Bahamas in international softball competition. However, there remains a window to qualify.
Higgs Jr helps Hurricanes win season opener
THE Holland College Hurricanes have become accustomed to Bahamian players on their roster and the latest group looks to continue that tradition in 2012.
'Mortimer has key role to play'
THIS week, we got to see the long and short volleys in tennis as we reflected on the illustrious career of Mark Knowles on the ATP tennis tour that came to a close and perhaps the quickest termination of any local executive as Dentry Mortimer was dismissed from office in the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association.
Coca-Cola sponsors King Eric's 'Queen Drucilla'
Coca-Cola is the new sponsor for King Eric Gibson’s B Class ‘Queen Drucilla’ boat. The new arrangement goes into effect for the Grand Bahama Regatta that is scheduled for September 26-29 in Taino Beach.
Putting on the finishing touches
WHILE plans were announced on Wednesday for the hosting of the 2013 Carifta Games, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Dr Daniel Johnson said they are working feverishly to ensure that the new Thomas A Robinson Track and Field Stadium is completed for full occupancy by the end of the year.
Renaldo's Ramblings
Aaron Rodgers got rid of the ‘stache. This could be the most important grooming tip in the history of sports since Dennis Rodman said to himself: “You know what, I’m through with this black hair?”
Organisers searching for Carifta title sponsor
In just under 200 days (less than six months) the Bahamas will host the the region’s top junior athletics meet to debut the new Thomas A Robinson National Stadium to the world, and the local organising committee continues to seek a title sponsor for the event.
'We should definitely make Pan Am qualifier'
Manager Godfrey ‘Gully’ Burnside will be carrying a men’s national team – featuring more first time players – to Medellin, Colombia, but one that he is confident can qualify for the Pan American Championships in 2014 and even the World Championships in New Zealand in 2013.
NPSA to open women's best-of-five first round playoffs this weekend
WITH the men’s national softball team travelling this week, the New Providence Softball Association will only open its best-of-five first round playoffs with the women’s division in the Banker’s Field at Baillou Hills Sporting Complex this weekend.
'We didn't expect to dominate week 1'
WE’VE tallied the results, had them checked, added, subtracted and checked again. We didn’t dominate week one with our NFL picks, but then again we didn’t expect to.
'I just wanted to stay home with my family'
After a 21-year-old career that included a No.1 ranking in the world, a title in all four grand slam tournaments, a 744-380 doubles record and a total prize earning of $7 million, Mark Knowles has decided to retire and enjoy family life.
Safety August Campbell making his presence felt with Duke Blue Devils
THE Duke Blue Devils split their first two games of the 2012-13 NCAA football season and August Campbell is already staking a claim as a prominent member of the defensive unit.
Mortimer moves on with new position
While Dentry Mortimer has moved on with a new position as the pro tennis coach at the Gym Tennis Club in Winton Meadows, the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) has announced that the former first vice president and director of their junior development programme has been replaced by Kim O’Kelley and Giorgio Baldacci.
Xaviers aiming to win its first title
COACHED by Nelson Joseph, Xavier’s basketball team is stacked with a lot of talent this year and looking to win its first title in some time in the Catholic Diocesan Primary Schools Basketball League.
