Bermudian runner Dage Minors has been in action on the international stage, competing in the Elite Men’s Mile at the New Balance KÖ MEILE in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Minors, the Bermudian national record holder, finished 12th in a highly competitive field, clocking a time of 4:06.6. The race was won by American Vincent Ciattei, who crossed the line in 3:54.8.
The event, which is part of a series of elite races, provides valuable experience for Minors as he continues his campaign in Europe against some of the world's best middle-distance runners. The result is a solid performance as he builds toward the later stages of the season.
Saturday, September 06, 2025
Basden Kicks Off Cross Country Season at Fleet Feet Invite
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Tajer Basden has begun his season with the Johnson C. Smith Men’s Cross Country team, competing in the Fleet Feet Invite at Salisbury Community Park.
In the Men’s 8K event, Basden crossed the line 57th overall, clocking a time of 38:41.24. His performance was crucial for his team, as he was the third Johnson C. Smith runner to finish, helping his side to a seventh-place finish overall.
The result marks a solid start for Basden and his team as they begin their 2025 campaign.
Monday, September 01, 2025
Brislane and Ruiz win Swans Labour Day 5K
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Jake Brislane and Teresa Ruiz have taken the top honours at the Swans Labour Day 5K Road Race, marking the start of the 2025/26 road running season. Nicolás Gómez Caines and Vivienne Fox were crowned the Male and Female Junior 2.65K champions.
Brislane dominated the Men's 5K, setting a blistering pace to finish first in 14:21.10. Kallan Richardson secured second place with a time of 15:42.40, followed by Dennis Mbelenzi in third at 15:50.48.
Ruiz, finishing eighth overall, claimed the women's title with a time of 18:45.24. Stepanka Sprincova came in second for the women and ninth overall, clocking 19:08.23. Laurie Orchard completed the women's podium, finishing 24th overall in 21:30.41.
In the Junior 2.65K race, Gómez Caines led the boys with a winning time of 10:36.30. George Morris finished second in 11:10.60, and Joshua Cann took third place in 12:15.31.
Fox was the fastest girl and sixth overall, finishing in 12:52.61. Nora Cenzer was the second female finisher and seventh overall, clocking 13:17.99, while Nola Thatcher finished third among the girls and ninth overall in 14:11.76.
Labour Day 5K to Kick Off Bermuda's Road Race Season
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The official Bermuda Road Running season is set to begin on Monday, September 1st, with the Swans Labour Day 5K Road Race. The traditional season opener will see a wide range of competitors take to the streets of Hamilton.
The event caters to all age groups, with the junior races starting the day's proceedings. Young athletes will compete over a distance of 2.65K (1.65 miles) in three categories: 8-10, 11-12, and 13-15.
The main 5K Road Race will follow, featuring several age groups, from Juniors 19 and under to Super Veterans 70 and over. The race is a key fixture in the running calendar and offers a competitive start to the new season for runners across all levels and ages.
Monday, August 11, 2025
Sports Ministry Announce Game Changers
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The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, is pleased to announce that registration is now open for ‘Game Changers’, a dynamic new event series hosted by The Department of Sport and Recreation. This marks the relaunch of the National Sports Conference & Expo, taking place from September 5th – 7th, 2025 at the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club.
Bringing together athletes, coaches, administrators, parents, and sport leaders from across the island, the three-day event aims to celebrate, strengthen, and future-proof the sporting ecosystem in Bermuda. With a dynamic mix of keynote speakers, workshops, panels, and an interactive community expo, Game Changers will offer a platform for learning, connection, and collaboration across all levels of sport.
Designed around three themes: ‘Inspire & Reflect’, ‘Equip & Empower’, ‘Showcase & Connect’, the event will explore timely and practical topics including:
• Sport psychology and performance • Nutrition and recovery strategies for athletes at all levels • Female-specific approaches to training and injury prevention • Athlete data protection and privacy under Bermuda’s PIPA legislation • Volunteer recruitment and retention • Strategic planning and governance for NSGBs • Youth pathways and high-performance development • Sports technology and performance analytics • Funding models and sponsorship readiness
In addition to keynote presentations and panel discussions, the conference will feature practical workshops tailored to parents, athletes, coaches, and sport administrators. On Saturday, Game Changers will showcase local National Sports Governing Bodies, businesses, interactive booths, sport demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.
The full conference experience on Saturday is available for just $25 per person, while individual workshops throughout the weekend will be offered free of charge. This pricing structure is designed to make the event accessible to a broad range of attendees, from grassroots volunteers to elite athlete support teams.
The conference is open to the public, with sessions geared toward athletes (youth and senior), coaches, parents, teachers, NSGB leaders, club volunteers, health professionals, and sport administrators. Whether you’re looking to grow your club, support your child’s development, or navigate elite athlete pathways, Game Changers offers practical tools and fresh insight to support your role.
Registration is now open at: https://bit.ly/BDAGameChangers2025
