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Gibson and Miller finish on winning note in Diamond League

JEFFERY Gibson and Shaunae Miller, still riding high on their medal-winning performances at the World Championships in Beijing, China, last month, closed their 2015 season by winning their respective events on Friday at the AG Insurance Memorial van Damme Diamond League meet in Brussels, Belgium.

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Donald Thomas soars for the silver in high jump

WITH the men’s high jump not one of the disciplines for the 2015 IAAF Diamond League, Donald Thomas is taking advantage of competing in whatever meets he can get in around the European circuit.

Several Bahamian players vying for spots on Hurricanes’ roster

THE Holland College Hurricanes Football Club always figures Bahamians prominently into their game plan since its inception, and the 2015 season should continue that trend as the Hurricanes prepare for the upcoming campaign.

Rondre Knowles-Tener a defensive force to reckon with

OFF to a fast start in his senior season, one Bahamian high school star on the gridiron is increasing his stock as he prepares for the NCAA.

Bahamian sailors among top finishers at 5.5 World Championships in Sweden

AFTER five days of intense fleet racing and eight races in the beautiful archipelago of Nynäshamn, Sweden, Bahamian sailors were among the top finishers at the 5.5 World Championships.

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THE FINISH LINE: Who gets the money?

It’s unusual to start this column off this way, but it was an unusual occurrence this week as we mourn the loss of two sporting legends.

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TO celebrate the opening of the 2015 Rugby World Cup, Bahamas Rugby, in conjunction with Heineken, will be hosting a couple of events at the Winton Rugby Pitch on the weekend of September 19.

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SANCHESKA Vs RENALDO: NFL picks week one - let the games begin

IT IS necessary for us to offer the disclaimer prior to week one. Our column will throw a twist into the traditional pick ‘em. A lifelong football fan against someone that knows absolutely nothing about football but somehow manages to get these games right.

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Miller, Gibson set for Diamond League meet

A series which has spanned approximately five months will conclude today with the final of the 14 International Amateur Athletic Federation’s Diamond League meetings.

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JacobI Bain captures titles at Honduras Junior Bowl

JACOBI Bain has captured the singles and doubles titles at the 2015 Honduras Junior Bowl COTECC Under-14 event.

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Over 800 gymnasts are expected to visit capital for 5th Atlantis Crown Invitational

OVER 800 young male and female gymnasts from more than 56 countries are expected in The Bahamas to participate in the fifth Atlantis Crown Invitational at the Paradise Island resort December 17- 21.

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Miami Heat’s Deng training in the Bahamas

THE Islands Of The Bahamas, long known for beautiful, crystal clear waters, powder soft white sand beaches and near-perfect, year-round weather, are also known for their passion and commitment to sports.

Who represents Bahamas as the true governing body for American football?

IN recent years, the debate between several organisations has raged over who represents the Bahamas as the true governing body for American football.

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NAUGHTY'S PICKS: Let’s hit the road for starters with Steelers and Colts

FIRST let me open by saying thank you Jesus, King of Endless Glory, who reigns in Heaven, for allowing me to see another NFL season, and for positioning ‘our’ Dallas Cowboys (Yes, God is a Cowboy, thus the retractable roof in the stadium, we leave it open so God can watch His team, the Cowboys, play) on the threshold of another Lombardi Trophy!

RICARDO'S PICKS: All the talk is over, now let’s play ball

IT is finally here. Football is back, baby!