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Buddy, Klay pick up wins in Wednesday action

Bahamian sharpshooters Chavano “Buddy” Hield and Klay Thompson both picked up victories on Wednesday night in the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Sands-Moultrie: We can have more developmental programmes

Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) pro Jonquel “JJ” Jones made Bahamian history as the first woman to successfully win a WNBA Finals MVP and WNBA championship with the New York Liberty’s 3-2 series win against the Minnesota Lynx in October.

VJ Edgecombe makes collegiate debut

Bimini native Valdez “VJ” Edgecombe Jr finally made his collegiate debut with the Baylor Bears last night and is already making rounds on social media for a monster dunk he threw down against the no. 6 Gonzaga Bulldogs at the Spokane Arena in Spokane, Washington.

Prince Strachan catches first TD, Mike Strachan makes NFL practice squad

Bahamian wide receiver Prince Strachan caught his first touchdown of the season over the weekend for the Boise State University Broncos.

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Bahamas Bowl Weekly Notes

Each week, the Bahamas Bowl will spotlight college football players and teams from Conference USA and the Mid-American Conference. This will provide insight into the programs that are vying for a spot in the Bahamas Bowl on January 4, 2025, at Thomas A Robinson National Stadium in Nassau.

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Norius ‘ready’ for Atlantic Coast Pro

Fitness instructor Jimmy Norius is preparing to have a successful showing at the International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation (IFBB) Atlantic Coast Pro competition slated for November 16-17 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He is scheduled to compete in the open class men’s physique, classic physique masters and men’s physique masters.

JJ parade slated for November 16 and 18

Grand Bahamian Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) champion Jonquel “JJ” Jones and the league’s champions the New York Liberty got their celebrations started in the Big Apple a week ago and now those celebrations will be coming to The Bahamas.

Sports Calendar November 5

THE Blue Chip Athletics Club is scheduled to host a souse-out fundraiser on November 9 at the Queen’s College school grounds.

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Davis to be inducted in sports National Hall of Fame

PRIME Minister Philip “Brave” Davis will be inducted into the National Hall of Fame as part of National Sports Heritage Month, according to Youth, Sports, and Culture Minister Mario Bowleg.

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Champions crowned in tennis contest

The premier senior event on the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) calendar came to a successful close on Sunday at the National Tennis Centre in Nassau, Bahamas. The following National Champions were crowned:

Fidelity triumphs in bankers golf contest

The Bankers Athletic Association held its third golf tournament on Sunday at Baha Mar’s Royal Blue Golf Course.

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Buddy Hield climbs NBA All-time three point list

It is no secret that Grand Bahamian sharpshooter Chavano “Buddy” Hield has found himself in an ideal situation with Golden State Warriors.

BYFFL opening day kicks off

The 2024 Bahamas Youth Flag Football League (BYFFL) opening day got off to a competitive start on Saturday on the fields opposite the original Thomas A Robinson Stadium. Eight games were played across various age divisions as competition got underway for what is expected to be an eventful season.

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Renee Sunshine Davis track meet date set

The Bahamas Baptist Sports Federation’s 2024 Renee “Sunshine” Curry-Davis Track and Field Classic will take place on Saturday, November 16, at the original Thomas A Robinson Track and Field Stadium, starting at 9am.

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GSSSA champions: Raptors and knights shine in cross country meet

The CH Reeves Raptors and CR Walker Knights excelled in the junior and senior divisions respectively at the Government Secondary School Sports Association (GSSSA) cross country meet on Saturday in the front of the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium.