Resendes & Morris Shine as Power Boat Season Blasts Off
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The roar of engines returned to Ferry Reach waters as the Bermuda Power Boat Association (BPBA) launched its 2026 season with a high-octane inshore race day. Nine boats took to the start line, delivering a day of tactical maneuvering and raw speed that saw seasoned pairs and rising stars battle for early-season dominance.
The opening race of the day belonged to the duo of Howard Ascento and Nasaje Anderson. Commanding the D-Class, the pair delivered a clinical performance to secure the overall victory, navigating the chop with precision to finish ahead of a crowded field. They were closely pursued by Ryan Resendes and Jahcai Morris, who claimed second place overall and a hard-fought win in the B-Class. The podium was rounded out by the tandem of Jody and Tony Carreiro, who secured third overall and second in the B-Class standings.
Further down the order, Brandon DeSilva and Blake Burgess dominated the A-Class to finish fourth overall, while Chris Marshall and Jacari Marshall followed in fifth. The A-Class podium was completed by Shane Madeiros and Errin Butterfield. Despite a strong start, the pair of Quincy and Jordan Dowling were unable to join the fray, recording a "Did Not Start" for the first heat.
The narrative shifted dramatically in Race 2. The earlier victors, Ascento and Anderson, suffered a "Did Not Finish," opening the door for the chasing pack. Capitalising on the opportunity, Ryan Resendes and Jahcai Morris improved on their earlier performance to take the overall win and the B-Class honours.
The consistency of Steven Meireles and Tyler Smith was rewarded with a second-place overall finish, followed by Jody and Tony Carreiro, who once again found themselves on the podium in third. In the A-Class, Brandon DeSilva and Blake Burgess maintained their perfect start to the season with another class win, while Chris Marshall and Jacari Marshall mirrored their earlier result to take second in class.
With the first points of 2026 now on the board, the BPBA circuit looks set for a closely contested year. The blend of mechanical reliability and pilot chemistry proved decisive in the variable inshore conditions, setting the stage for a thrilling summer of racing on the Great Sound.
Monday, April 13, 2026
Team Bermuda Take Command of Super Stock Class Standings
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David Selley and Steven Bridges have surged to the top of the IHRA Offshore Championship standings, with Team Bermuda (S-25) emerging as the early pace-setters in the competitive Super Stock Class.
Following the conclusion of the second annual New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix in Metairie, Louisiana, the Bermudian duo hold a commanding lead after two rounds of high-octane racing. The pair, who claimed a historic victory at the season opener in St. Petersburg, followed up that performance with a gritty second-place finish on the challenging waters of Lake Pontchartrain.
Selley and Bridges collected a maximum 115 points in Florida and added a further 104 in New Orleans, bringing their championship tally to an impressive 219 points. Their consistency has provided a perfect start to the seven-round national schedule, placing them firmly in the driver's seat as the series moves toward Florida's Space Coast next month.
It was also a productive weekend for fellow Bermudian Luis Martins. Alongside throttleman Nick Imprescia in the 32-foot catamaran S-12 Nuff Said, Martins secured a hard-fought fifth-place finish in Louisiana.
The result marks an upward trajectory for the team, who improved on their sixth-place showing at the St. Pete Grand Prix. After collecting 77 points in the opener and 83 in New Orleans, the Nuff Said crew currently occupy sixth place in the overall standings with 160 points. The performance reinforces Bermuda’s growing influence in the professional offshore circuit, with two boats now featuring prominently in the championship’s top tier.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Team Bermuda Secure Podium Finish in New Orleans Thriller
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David Selley and Steven Bridges produced a stellar performance in challenging conditions to claim second place at the IHRA New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix.
The Super Stock Class lived up to its reputation for high-octane drama, with the final providing a fast and furious spectacle on the waters of Louisiana. Navigating a course that demanded both technical precision and immense physical durability, the S25 Team Bermuda duo remained in the hunt for the top spot throughout a grueling contest.
In a finish that went down to the wire, Selley and Bridges crossed the line just 2.6 seconds behind the eventual winners. Despite the testing surface, the Bermudian pair maintained a relentless pace, narrowly missing out on the victory in a sprint to the checkered flag that captivated the New Orleans crowds.
Further down the field, fellow Bermudian pilot Luis Martins also faced the elements alongside throttleman Nick Imprescia in S-12 Nuff Said. The pair battled through the wake of the lead pack to secure a respectable fifth-place finish. They ended the grand prix 43.1 seconds adrift of the winners, ensuring two Bermuda-linked boats featured prominently in the final standings of one of the season’s most demanding events.
The result marks another strong showing for the island’s powerboat racers on the international circuit, reinforcing their status as genuine contenders in the highly competitive Super Stock division. As the teams depart New Orleans, the focus shifts to the next round of the championship, where Team Bermuda will look to go one better and claim the top step of the podium.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Selley and Bridges Lay Down Marker in New Orleans
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Bermuda’s David Selley and Steven Bridges asserted their dominance in the Super Stock Class, navigating challenging conditions to claim pole position at the IHRA New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix Qualifiers.
The S-25 Team Bermuda crew delivered a clinical masterclass on the water, proving to be the class of the field despite the increasingly choppy conditions that tested the fleet’s technical limits. Selley and Bridges stopped the clock at a blistering 3:28.066, a time that remained untouched throughout the session and secured them the top spot for tomorrow’s main event.
While Team Bermuda celebrated at the front, fellow Bermudian pilot Luis Martins also found himself in the thick of the action. Competing in the S-12 Nuff Said alongside Nick Imprescia, Martins battled through the turbulent waters to record a time of 3:31.347. The performance was enough to secure a respectable fifth-place finish, putting the duo within striking distance of the leaders ahead of Sunday’s final.
The qualifying session served as a stern barometer for the teams, with the unpredictable surface in New Orleans forcing crews to find a delicate balance between raw speed and structural preservation. Selley and Bridges appeared to find that equilibrium almost instantly, showcasing the synergy that has made the S-25 one of the most feared outfits in the circuit this season.
With the starting grid now finalized, all eyes turn to the main race tomorrow. Selley and Bridges will lead the charge from the front, but with a crowded field and the potential for even rougher waters on the horizon, the battle for the podium remains wide open. For the Bermudian contingent, the stage is set for a high-stakes showdown in the Big Easy.
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
Bermuda Teams Eye New Orleans After St. Pete Success
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The high-octane world of offshore racing shifts its focus to the Bayou this weekend as the IHRA New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix prepares to host the elite of the sport.
Confidence is sky-high within the Bermudian camp following a flawless display at the season opener in St. Petersburg. The S-25 Team Bermuda crew of David Selley and Steven Bridges delivered a masterclass in Florida, locking in pole position before storming to a commanding victory in the Super Stock class.
Selley and Bridges were pictured hoisting the checkered flag in St. Pete, a visual testament to a team currently operating at the peak of its powers. They head into the Louisiana waters carrying significant momentum, though the IHRA schedule promises a grueling test against a field of teams all desperate to halt the Bermudian charge.
However, the S-25 isn't the only boat carrying the island’s hopes into the Grand Prix. The S-12 Nuff Said, powered by the duo of Luis Martins and Nick Imprescia, will be looking to mount a podium challenge of their own. After a gritty performance saw them secure a fourth-place finish in the opening round, the crew has spent the intervening weeks refining their setup as they aim to break into the top three.
With a jam-packed schedule of nonstop, high-octane action across both offshore and PWC racing categories, New Orleans is set to be a definitive battleground for the season's early pacesetters. For Team Bermuda, the goal remains singular: to keep the checkered flag firmly in Bermudian hands.
