International sailors mix and mingle
THE All Mayaguana Regatta Committee got a major boost to its fund-raising efforts with the Sail Sailors League joining in a big promotion of the sloop sailing boats in Montagu Bay on Monday.
Athletes reflect on outcome of BAAA elections
With the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) election of officers over and done and a new administration in place, the athletes are now waiting to see how well the transition goes, especially as they gear up for the 2016 season that will culminate with the Olympic Games in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.
‘The goal right now is to start some light jogging’
ANTOAN Richardson didn’t have the type of year he anticipated with the Texas Rangers, but the talented outfielder is confident that he will be back to make a contribution to another Major League Baseball team in 2016.
Western Michigan accepts invitation to the 2015 Popeyes Bahamas Bowl
WESTERN Michigan will play in a bowl game for the second consecutive season as the Broncos accepted a bid to represent the Mid-American Conference in the 2015 Popeyes Bahamas Bowl at Thomas A Robinson National Stadium on December 24.
Woods isn’t one of 18 players in Hero World Challenge at Albany Golf Club
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — Tiger Woods painted a bleak picture Tuesday on when he can return to golf or even get back to doing anything more than just walking.
Sports news
THE Bahamas Rugby Union is scheduled to continue its Heineken Cup regular season at the Winton Rugby Centre 3pm Saturday when the Buccaneers take on Freeport. The early kick off is because Freeport has to catch a 6pm flight back to Grand Bahama.
Sands: ‘I’m disappointed in the final outcome’
It was a humbling but disappointing experience for incumbent Mike Sands on Saturday as he was ousted as president of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations by Rosamunde Carey.
Jonquel Jones named Atlantic 10 Co-Player of the Week
GEORGE Washington women’s basketball senior forward Jonquel Jones, of Grand Bahama, was named Atlantic 10 Co-Player of the Week for the week ending November 29, the league announced yesterday.
Tourism Impact Award for Marathon Bahamas
In its short seven-year history, Marathon Bahamas has received international acclaim and has now been honoured by the government for its impact on Bahamian sports tourism.
Pro golfers helping to promote Pure Silk Bahamas Classic
IT’S not everyday that visiting sporting personalities get to relax and enjoy the amenities that the Bahamas has to offer away from the playing field.
Lashann Higgs posts career high 18 points to lead Longhorns to upset 64-53 win over the Volunteers
BAHAMIAN basketball standout Lashann Higgs came to the University of Texas women’s basketball programme with high expectations and the freshman has delivered thus far.
SPORTING MISCHIEF & MAYHEM: Dog days for a sports aficionado and a letter to an NBA legend
WHOA, what a ride!
Sports Notes
SKIPPERS from the Star Sailors League Final are expected to be in action today as they compete on local C Class sailing sloops in Montagu Bay. The international sailors will get a chance to be matched with the local sailors in an event that will be filmed by an international crew during the Star Sailing competition Wednesday to Saturday in Montagu Bay.
Carey first ever female president of BAAA
Move over Mike Sands. Rosamunde Carey is now the new president of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations.
Club members denied access to BFA AGM
THE dispute between the administration of the Bahamas Football Association and several of its member clubs continues as several individuals affiliated with those clubs were denied access to the organisation’s annual general meeting.
