Track and field team hopes to have ‘perfect storm,’ says head coach
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — The BTC Bahamas team is all set and ready to put on a show when the athletic competition gets underway on Friday at the Olympic Stadium, according to head coach George Cleare, who is predicting some medals at the end of the 10 days of competition.
Morley clinches final berth
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — In just her first exposure to the international circuit, Emily Morley said she feels like a celebrity after all the attention she has received in treading new waters for the Bahamas at the 2016 Olympic Games.
Vanderpool-Wallace looks to make a splash in 100m free tonight
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — With a day off to relax and reflect on the fantastic performances so far from Joanna Evans, head coach Andy Loveitt said he’s looking forward to the swim team returning to action today in the 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Swim Complex.
VIDEO: Rower Emily Morley qualifies for E Final
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil: Although she's brand new to this, Emily Morley felt that she has accomplished her goal.
Making history, Morley looks forward to her international ranking
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — Although this is just her first major international exposure to the sport, Emily Morley feels as if she has progressed tremendously in the two races she competed in so far at the 2016 Olympic Games in the women’s single sculling event.
Local basketball coach concerned over student visas being rejected
ONE local basketball coach expressed his concerns over the recent trend of the United States Embassy rejecting student visa applications and severely limiting educational opportunities.
‘It was just an unfortunate situation on one of the biggest days of my life’
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — Dustin Tynes admitted that his Olympic debut in the men’s 100 metre breaststroke was not what he anticipated.
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Olympic Games: Joanna Evans sets new national record in 200m freestyle
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil: Another heat and another national record for Joanna Evans.
Sprinter Adrian Griffith gets set to turn it up in 100m
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — After going through the process of getting ready for the past four years, Adrian Griffith said the time is now for him to shine in the men’s sprints at the 2016 Olympic Games.
‘The experience has been awesome at the Olympic Games’
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — Although this is his first appearance at the Olympic Games, Jamal ‘Mally’ Wilson said he feels right at home in good company with the rest of the men’s high jumpers from around the world.
Local flag football community to stage boycott of the IFAF Worlds
THE International Federation of American Football (IFAF) World Championships has been shrouded in controversy since it was first proposed, and now the local flag football community intends to stage a boycott of the event.
Foot injury expected to keep Lucius Fox sidelined 4-6 weeks
LUCIUS Fox may be a part of the long-term plans for the Tampa Bay Rays, but the fallout from last week’s trade leaves the club seeking additional compensation for the rookie shortstop.
Minister confident Bahamas will be ready to host 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games
RIO de Janeiro, Brazil — Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Dr Daniel Johnson has been moving around checking out the various venues at the 2016 Olympic Games and from what he’s seen, he said he’s confident that the Bahamas will be ready to host the 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games.
