Sports notes
THE New Providence Cycling Association is expected to be back in action with a time trial and road race this weekend.
‘Splash brother’ Klay will be fine for the NBA Finals
What most analysts originally considered too long a break between the NBA Conference Finals and the Finals turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Bahamian Klay Thompson as he recovers from a concussion.
Stage all set for thrilling finish as Sadie Curtis leads the pack
WITH just seven points separating teams at the top of the standings, the stage is set for a thrilling finish today on day three of the New Providence Public Primary School’s Sports Association Track and Field Championships.
May the best school win
Hundreds of students, teachers and parents filled the Thomas A Robinson Stadium yesterday, creating a colourful and vibrant atmosphere as the three-day New Providence Public Primary Schools Sports Association Track and Field Championships got underway.
Tureano ‘Reno’ Johnson in camp as Daniel Geale’s main sparring partner
STILL petitioning for a major breakthrough fight since he signed to Roc Nation Sports, Tureano Johnson is now in camp with another major middleweight to assist his preparation for a title fight.
Athletes look to make Top 12 for NCAA Track & Field Championships
SEVERAL of the Bahamas’ top athletes are on the path to the NCAA Track and Field Championships next month and will compete against the best in Division I this weekend for one of 12 prestigious spots in their respective disciplines.
DeAndre dominates AAU debut with double double
BACK on the court after a hiatus that stretched as far back as February, Bahamian star high school basketball prospect DeAndre Ayton was back to business as usual in his debut on the AAU summer circuit.
Sports Notes
CHAMPION Amateur Boxing Club presents it “Power of the New Generation” live amateur boxing show when the 20th annual Wellington ‘Sonny Boy’ Rahming Silver Gloves Tournament is held at the Wulff Road Boxing Square.
Lady Operators rout Black Scorpions, 15-0
Diva Burrows just missed a pitcher’s dream and her battery mate Tacara Collie just fell short of a batter’s dream as the two combined to lead the new look Bommer Gee Lady Operators to a 15-0 rout over the hapless Black Scorpions in the Banker’s Field at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex last night.
Has sprinter Derrick Atkins retired? Not yet
IT HAS been a while since sprinter Derrick Atkins made an impression on the track, but the world’s second fastest man in 2007 said he’s not done yet.
BLTA names Fed, Davis Cup teams
WITH the exception of Kerrie Cartwright, the Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association (BLTA) will be fielding a more youthful team for the Fed Cup, while the men’s Davis Cup team will be made up of some familiar names.
BLTA workshop aims to improve local talent
A WORKSHOP hosted by the BLTA in conjunction with the ITF commenced yesterday at the National Tennis Centre.
SPORTING MISCHIEF & MAYHEM: Remembering King Carl, an everlasting MLB great
TOMORROW is May 27, 2015, and who knows if an historic moment in sports will occur when professional teams take to the diamond, hardwood and rink respectively?
Justin Roberts and Pramming eliminated in NCAA Doubles Championship round of 16
BAHAMIAN Justin Roberts and his American partner Oliver Pramming saw their impressive run through the NCAA Doubles Championship come to an end in the round of 16 after they dropped a 7-6 (0), 6-4 loss to Michigan State’s Harry Jadun-John and Patrick Mullane at the Hurd Tennis Center on Friday.
Travis Munnings signs national letter of intent to join Warhawks this fall
ADD another to the list of prep to NCAA Division I basketball success stories in the Bahamas to the Sunrise Christian Academy pipeline.
