Momentum building for hosting of Commonwealth Youth Games
IT’S still a year away, but the momentum is starting to build for the hosting of the sixth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games.
Jones and Sun, with 1-7 record, continue to struggle
JONQUEL Jones and the Connecticut Sun continue to struggle and fell to 1-7 in the WNBA standings after a pair of losses this weekend.
Stingers Basketball Youth Association continues to expand with summer camps
THE Stingers Basketball Youth Association continues to expand its growth following a successful series of summer camps which have transitioned into a year-long programme.
‘It seems the Zika virus won’t derail Rio 2016’
(CNN) — The Olympic Games arrive in Brazil at a time when the country is ravaged by crises. With two months to go until the cauldron is lit in Rio de Janeiro, the host of South America’s first Games is grappling with a public health emergency, a governmental meltdown and economic woes.
MLB to conduct free summer programme
THE partnership between the Bahamas and Major League Baseball will continue this summer with a showcase for developing prospects.
Muhammad Ali, who riveted the world as 'The Greatest,' dies aged 74
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali, whose fast fists and irrepressible personality captivated the world, and who fought his last fight in Nassau, died Friday at the age of 74. He was hospitalised in the Phoenix area with respiratory problems earlier this week, and his children had flown in from around the country.
Scouts raving at Buddy’s potential
Once he opted out of the NBA Draft Combine process, it was evident the private workouts would gain a greater level of importance for Buddy Hield and his draft stock.
Shamar Burrows signs his letter of intent to join Golden Hawks in fall
FOLLOWING an historic and a star-studded prep career, Shamar Burrows is set to take his talents to the collegiate ranks.
BLTA WELCOMES ITF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER GOEDE
BAHAMAS Lawn Tennis Association welcomes John Goede, an International Tennis Federation (ITF) development officer, to The Bahamas.
Basketball player Trevone Grant making move to Acadia
THE basketball journey continues for Trevone Grant as he prepares to make the transition to the university level.
Why can’t we get more team sports qualified for 2020 Tokyo Olympics?
IT may not have any effect on what’s happening in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in August, but at least the Bahamas Olympic Committee can look forward to the 2020 games in Tokyo, Japan with great anticipation.
Regatta Time Again: Purse for South Andros Homecoming Festival - $10,000
IT is regatta time again and Solar Verde Bahamas Limited is prepped and ready to go for the start of the South Andros Regatta festivities scheduled for June 2-5 in The Bluff, South Andros.
HOFFER FINISHES ONE AMERICA 500 FESTIVAL MINI-MARATHON
AARON HOFFER recently completed the One America 500 Festival Mini-Marathon in Indianapolis, USA.
Gearing up for the NCAA Outdoors
The tradition is expected to continue next weekend in Eugene, Oregon, as eight Bahamians will be representing their respective colleges at the NCAA Division One Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
BSF ratifies its biggest team ever for CISC
WITH the luxury of hosting the event for the first time, the Bahamas Swimming Federation has ratified its biggest team ever – a total of 69 swimmers - to represent the Bahamas at Caribbean Islands Swimming Championships. (See Team Bahamas, 3E)
