From coaching triumphs in the USL Championship to crucial refereeing assignments and hard-fought battles on the pitch, Bermuda's football ambassadors made their presence felt across the globe.
Khano Smith: A Championship Forged in Rhode Island
Khano Smith, the mastermind behind Rhode Island FC, etched his name into USL Championship history. After orchestrating a stunning upset over the No. 1 seed Louisville City FC in the Eastern Conference Semi-final, Smith guided his team to a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Charleston Battery in the final, claiming the Eastern Conference crown in their inaugural season. Smith, serving as both General Manager and Head Coach, continues to defy expectations and establish Rhode Island FC as a force to be reckoned with.
Dwight Jackson: Calling the Shots in the UK
Bermuda's top referee, Dwight Jackson, took center stage in England, officiating a high-stakes Birmingham FA Vase Second Round clash between Earlswood Town and Gornal Colts FC. With his sharp decision-making and calm demeanor, Jackson ensured a fair and exciting contest, which saw Gornal Colts emerge with a 2-1 victory.
Bermuda's UK Brigade: Battling in the Trenches
A quartet of Bermudian talents – Razhir Smith-Jones, Coleridge Fubler, and Riley Robinson – were in action for Binfield FC in their encounter against Hanworth Villa. Despite a valiant effort, Binfield fell to a 2-0 defeat. Malachi Henry was an unused substitute in this match.
Willie Clemons: Heartbreak in a Penalty Shootout
Willie Clemons and his Felixstowe & Walton FC teammates experienced the agony of a penalty shootout defeat in their FA Trophy Second Round match against Boreham Wood. After a hard-fought 1-1 draw in regulation time, Felixstowe & Walton were edged out 6-5 in the shootout, ending their cup run.
Milan Butterfield: Cup Glory for Basford United
Milan Butterfield tasted victory in the FA Trophy Second Round, as his Basford United side secured a 2-1 win over St Albans City FC. Butterfield's strong performance in midfield helped propel his team to the next round of the competition.
Mazhi Simmons: Hucknall Town's Winning Ways
Mazhi Simmons and his Hucknall Town teammates continued their impressive form in the United Counties Premier North Division, securing a 2-1 victory over Lincoln United FC. Simmons' contributions were key to Hucknall Town's success, as they maintained their push for promotion.
Today’s action showcased the diverse talents of Bermuda's footballing representatives, from coaching brilliance to refereeing expertise and on-field heroics. These individuals continue to fly the flag for Bermuda on the international stage, inspiring the next generation of footballers and making the island proud.
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