‘We anticipate a number of the top world-class athletes will be present’
WITH the second edition of the IAAF World Relays on the horizon for the Bahamas, the prospective lineup of stars at the event has already become an eagerly anticipated issue with the meet still months away.
Masters Softball Association action off to a flying start
FORGET about the late opening because play in the Masters Softball Association is off to a flying start nonetheless.
Pure Silk Bahamas Classic
AMERICAN Brooke Pancake set a blistering early pace at the Pure Silk Bahamas LPGA Classic this morning at the Ocean Club, Paradise Island, with an opening round of 67, six under par.
Countdown: IAAF World Relays Bahamas in 85 days
IN 85 days, the Bahamas will again host the greatest track and field relay teams in the world as preparations begin in earnest for the IAAF World Relays Bahamas 2015.
Bahamas LPGA Classic tees off
After coming up short in an effort to qualify for the past two years, Raquel Riley will finally have her opportunity to take on some of the best players on the LPGA tour.
Lashann first Bahamian McDonald’s All-American
A LANDMARK achievement for Bahamians on the basketball hardwood, Lashann Higgs continues to add achievements to her star-studded high school career.
PURE SILK BAHAMAS: A hole-by-hole guide
THE Ocean Club course, Paradise Island, was redesigned in 2000 by Tom Weiskopf, twice a major champion who lengthened and opened the layout to the scenic ocean views while infusing the course with tougher strategic features.
Ride For Hope: Top cyclists get in gear
ONE of the most nationally renowned annual flagship fundraising events on the local sporting calendar, the 2015 Ride For Hope Bahamas will have an infusion of top international cycling talent from the United States.
Pro gridiron star Karl McCartney set to host series of clinics, scouting combines
IN an effort to further aid the development of American football in the Bahamas, pro gridiron star Karl McCartney will host another in his series of clinics and scouting combines for local enthusiasts.
Top female golfers on green light for today’s Pro-Am
AMERICAN Stacy Lewis is hoping that her third trip to the Bahamas for the Pure Silk-Bahamas LPGA Classic will be the charm for her.
32 teams in 32nd Hugh Campbell Basketball Classic
THE excitement is starting to brew for the 32nd version of the prestigious Hugh Campbell basketball tournament for senior boys.
Coaches impressed with throwers’ performances
THE coaches were quite impressed with the performances of their athletes as they participated in the Throwers All Comers Meet at the College of the Bahamas on Saturday.
Sports notes
THE top player in City Bowling League competition last night was Alfred Burrows of the TK Falcons who mowed down the pins for a gigantic 640 three game set. Raymond Adderley of Carib Construction came in second with another big set of 614. David Slatter, of Telco Enterprises, downed the pins for a 258 high game followed by a 232 from Greg Taylor of the Coca Cola Avengers.
Lions are champions
Iconic head coach Pattie Johnson added another title to her storied programme as the HO Nash Lions closed out the GSSSA junior girls’ championship series.
Junior boys force third, deciding game
THE junior boys made it back-to-back wins for the HO Nash Lions yesterday as they extended their GSSSA basketball championship series to force a third and deciding game.
