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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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Lady Zebras Launch Comeback to defeat Under-17 Select
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PHC Lady Zebras 3 Under 17 Select Team 1
The PHC Lady Zebras demonstrated their championship credentials at Bernard Park, staging a superb second-half comeback to claim a 3-1 victory over a highly talented Under-17 Select Team.
The opening fixture of the Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s Division gave the national youth prospects a perfect platform to test their development, and they initially threatened to pull off a major upset.
The Under-17s broke the deadlock in the 26th minute when a slick counter-attacking move found Priya Dill, who kept her composure to slot home and give the youngsters a well-deserved lead.
Shaken by the early setback, the experienced Lady Zebras gradually asserted control over the midfield. Their persistence finally paid off five minutes before the interval when Janiya Sealey broke through the youthful defensive line, blasting an equalizer into the net in the 40th minute to send the teams into the break deadlocked at 1-1.
The senior side wasted no time stamping their authority on the contest after the restart.
In the 49th minute, Bermudian international forward Jasmine Spence showcased her clinical edge inside the penalty area, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to rifle the Lady Zebras into a 2-1 lead.
The Under-17 Select side fought valiantly to find a way back into the match, utilizing their speed on the flanks to push for an equalizer. However, the Zebras' defensive unit held firm, turning away successive waves of pressure before launching a decisive counter-offensive.
The points were officially sealed in the 62nd minute when the powerful Keunna Dill found space in the final third, driving a low effort past the goalkeeper to wrap up the scoring.
The 3-1 victory ensures the Lady Zebras start their domestic campaign on a high, while the Under-17 Select side will take immense encouragement from an elite tactical performance against senior opposition.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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Twite Commits to Basford United for the 2026-27 Season
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Bermudian international defender Harry Twite has handed Basford United a massive boost ahead of the 2026-27 campaign by officially committing his future to the club.
The towering 20-year-old centre-back, who is equally comfortable operating at right-back, initially arrived at the Ambers in March 2026 following a mid-season switch from Northern Premier League rivals Loughborough Students.
Twite made an instant impact upon his arrival in Nottinghamshire. He was fast-tracked straight into the starting eleven by the management duo of Gandi and Saul, immediately anchoring a resolute defensive unit to a clean sheet in a gritty 1-0 debut victory over Corby Town.
His defensive composure proved pivotal during the business end of the 2025-26 season, helping guide Basford United to the Nottinghamshire FA Senior Cup final, as well as securing a crucial home play-off semi-final spot following a dramatic win over Rugby Borough in April.
Having risen rapidly through the ranks—including captaining the Bermuda Under-20 national team and becoming a mainstay in Michael Findlay's senior international squad—Twite’s decision to extend his stay represents a significant statement of intent for the Ambers.
With his paperwork finalized for the upcoming season, the former King's Lynn Town and Wisbech Town defender will look to establish himself as the definitive cornerstone of the Basford backline as they eye a heavy promotion push.
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Tuesday, June 09, 2026
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International Hall retained by Chorley for 2026-27 season
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Bermudian international striker Kole Hall has been officially retained by National League North side Chorley FC for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign.
The 27-year-old forward moved to Victory Park in June 2024 and enjoyed an impressive debut season with the Magpies, netting 12 goals in 39 appearances throughout the 2024-25 competition.
However, Hall's progress was cruelly halted when he was sidelined for the entirety of the 2025-26 season after suffering a serious, unexpected medical condition upon returning from international duty.
Following an extended period of rehabilitation, the club has reached a new agreement to support the frontman as he steps up his workload toward full match fitness.
The global football community rallied around the striker during his illness, with a GoFundMe campaign organized by the Magpies Trust raising over £10,000 to assist with his medical expenses. Hall has expressed his immense gratitude to the supporters and officials at Chorley, as well as the wider public, for the overwhelming waves of support.
Chorley manager Andy Preece expressed his delight at securing Hall’s services for another year, emphasizing the forward's unique quality when firing on all cylinders.
"Kole has had a frustrating season with illness and injuries," Preece said.
"We know if we can keep him healthy he is one of the best strikers in the league. He offers an all-round threat which is hard to find at any level."
With the contract finalized, Hall is eager to pull the shirt back on and spearhead the Magpies' attacking line as they look ahead to the new league campaign.
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Monday, June 08, 2026
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Warriors claim Win as Allstars set up final showdown
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The stage is officially set for a dramatic season finale after a high-scoring round of Walking Football action confirmed the tournament’s final silverware matchups.
The headline fixture saw the clinical Allstars book their place in the showpiece event, navigating a tense battle against Bermuda College to emerge with a hard-fought 4-2 victory.
The blockbuster result means both teams will advance directly to the Cup Final, where the ultimate champion and second-place honours will be decided in a winner-takes-all rematch.
Meanwhile, the Walking Warriors provided the performance of the day, producing a flawless, front-running masterclass to completely shutout the Touring Team in an 8-0 demolition.
Despite the heavy scoreline, the Touring Team will have a golden opportunity for redemption. They are scheduled to square off against the rampant Walking Warriors once again in the upcoming third-place playoff to determine who walks away with the overall bronze.
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Sunday, June 07, 2026
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Smith's Rhode Island Jumps to Second Place with Victory
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In front of a sellout crowd of 10,554 fans at Centreville Bank Stadium, Khano Smith's Rhode Island FC picked up its first win of the 2026 Prinx Tires USL Cup on Saturday with a commanding 3-0 win vs. USL League One club Westchester SC. Clay Holstad, JJ Williams and Leo Afonso all found the back of the net in a dominant attacking display, shooting the Ocean State club back into second place in Group 5 and keeping it in knockout stage contention with one group stage game to play.
Rhode Island FC (1W-1L-1T) got off to a quick start, testing the goal just two minutes into the game when a loose ball fell to Frank Nodarse in the box, who launched a close-range shot that was deflected over the bar by a defender. On the ensuing corner, Westchester SC (0W-2L-1T) defender Sam Powder came to the rescue for the visitors, clearing Hugo Bacharach’s close-range header off the goal line to keep the game level.
The Ocean State club continued to lay on the pressure as the half wore on, nearly finding the opening goal in the 35th minute when Noah Fuson got on the end of a long ball and unleashed a long-range curling shot that rattled the crossbar from outside the box.
Seven minutes later, the breakthrough finally came for RIFC when Holstad pounced on an attempted clearance in the 41st minute, forcing a dangerous turnover in the final third. Holstad took a touch towards goal and quickly fired a low shot into the bottom-left corner from outside the box, beating the outstretched gloves of Westchester goalkeeper Luca Marinelli to make it 1-0 just before the half.
Three minutes later, Williams delivered a dagger from close range to give the hosts a 2-0 cushion at the break. It started when Nodarse nodded Holstad’s long throw into the air, which fell straight in front of the goalmouth. Williams rose and was first to the ball, nodding it up and over Marinelli’s reach to give Rhode Island FC a commanding 2-0 lead at the half.
Westchester’s opportunities on the attack were few and far between, but it came closest to pulling a goal back in the 74th minute when Daniel Burko got on the end of a cross in the box and drove a header towards goal. RIFC goalkeeper Koke Vegas stood strong to make his first save and preserve the clean sheet, scooping up Westchester’s only shot on target of the game.
In the 75th minute, RIFC put the game to bed when Aldair Sanchez tore down the left side, chasing a long ball and whipping in a cross at the goal line. 16 minutes after coming off the bench, Afonso made a run into the box, neatly tucking a header into the bottom-right corner to finish off a dominant 3-0 win.
At the end of Saturday’s slate of games, the victory lifted RIFC back into second place in Group 5, two points behind group leaders Hartford Athletic. RIFC will play its final group stage game on July 11 vs. Brooklyn FC.
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