Storm Surge & Phoenix Flames Lead High-Scoring Day
Selah Tuzo
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The Bernard Park Netball courts saw intense action across all divisions, with Premier Division team Storm Surge dominating and several young talents showcasing star potential in the junior categories.
Premier Division
The Premier Division saw a commanding performance from Storm Surge, who overpowered North Village Lady Rams with a final score of 46-30. Storm Surge’s victory was powered by a huge haul from Inshan-nae Smith 32 goals, supported by Rihanna Reddicks with 9 goals, and Selah Tuzo added 5 goals. Smith was deservedly named MVP, while Tuzo claimed Best Attacker and Debre Evans was the Best Defender. For North Village Lady Rams, Chaquita Simmons scored 12 goals, Darrika Simons added 10 goals, and Coriah Simmons scored 8 times, with Jada Richards taking MVP honours, the Best Attacker was Jordyn Morris, and the Best Defender was Quinnae Outerbridge.
First Division:
Phoenix Flames secured a decisive victory over Atlantic Aces with a final score of 47-28. The Flames' goals were distributed between Kammie Mills who scored 29 and Hailey Trott who added 18 goals. Jaya Dillas was named MVP, with Trott the Best Attacker and Kree Holdipp the Best Defender. For Atlantic Aces, Jasmine Mapp scored 15 goals, Sinae Symonds added 7 goals, and Charlotte Evans scored 6 goals.
In the second match, DC Diamonds defeated Hamilton Parish 27-8, driven by Sioma Rudo who scored 13 goals and Cindi-Anna Darrell who added 8 goals. Sioma Rudo was the Best Attacker for the Diamonds, while Hamilton Parish got five goals from Kayla Burgess, and three from Alexia Pascal who earned MVP and Best Defenders honours for Hamilton Parish.
16&U Division:
The 16 & Under division witnessed a high-scoring masterclass from Storm, who defeated Dandy Stars 46-6. Storm's goals were shared by Diya Steede (17), Hailey Oduori (16), and Nai’lah Barclay (13), with Diya Steede taking MVP. Dandy Stars' goals came from Knalah Thompson (4) and Aalaysia Watson (2).
In the day's tighter contest, Phoenix Fire edged the North Village Lady Rams 18-15. Phoenix Fire’s victory was built on goals from Shiloh Simmons (15) and A'meerah Richardson-Swan (3), with A'meerah Richardson-Swan named MVP. For North Village Lady Rams, E’Rynn Paynter (8) and Dani Brown (7) accounted for their scoring.
13 & Under Division
The Phoenix Embers dominated their match against the North Village Lady Rams, winning 27-3. Quin Burgess (21) was the primary goalscorer for Phoenix Embers, with support from Sophia Burgess (4) and Jordyn Lewis (2), earning Burgess the MVP award.
In the other contest, Storm Lightning defeated Dandy Stars 18-4, with Sophia Oduiri (12) leading the scoring, supported by Soleil Steede (4) and Reegan Lightbourne (2). Savana Hayward was the MVP for Storm Lightning.
10 & Under Division
In the 10 & Under division, results are focused on individual recognition. In Game 1, Phoenix Sparks saw Iyla Bascome named MVP, supported by Best Attacker A'mariss Dyer and Best Defender Layla Holder. For NVCC, Valentina Easton was MVP, with Lola Wilson as Best Attacker. In Game 2, Serena Frederick was both Best Attacker and MVP for Storm, while Aalaysia Watson took the MVP honours for Dandy Stars.
Friday, November 21, 2025
Berkeley Institute Secure Netball Title with Perfect Season
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The Berkeley Institute have been crowned the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Senior School Open Netball Champions, concluding the tournament at Bernard Park with an impeccable 5-0 record.
The six entries in the competition played in a round-robin format, and it was Berkeley who showed their dominance, sweeping aside all competition to claim the title.
Berkeley’s closest match of the day came against the impressive runners-up, Somersfield Academy. The two teams delivered a highly entertaining, see-saw battle that had the crowd captivated. In the end, a decisive late run by Berkeley allowed them to pull ahead, securing a tight 9-7 victory over their tenacious rivals.
The win reinforces The Berkeley Institute's pedigree in the Senior School Netball ranks.
Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Senior School Open Netball Results
17 Berkeley Institute 01 BHS
13 Saltus Grammar 08 CedarBridge Academy
10 Berkeley Institute 09 Saltus Grammar
10 Somersfield Academy 04 Warwick Academy
12 Somersfield Academy 08 CedarBridge Academy
11 Warwick Academy 08 BHS
07 Warwick Academy 07 Saltus Grammar
06 Berkeley Institute 02 CedarBridge Academy
08 Somersfield Academy 07 BHS
11 Saltus Grammar 09 BHS
07 Warwick Academy 05 CedarBridge Academy
09 Berkeley Institute 07 Somersfield Academy
08 Somersfield Academy 05 Saltus Grammar
06 BHS 05 CaedarBridge Academy
11 Berkeley Institute 09 Warwick Academy
Final Standings
15 The Berkeley Institute 12 Somersfield Academy 07 Saltus Grammar 07 Warwick Academy 03 BHS 00 CedarBridge Academy
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Somersfield Crowned Middle School Netball Champions
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Somersfield Academy have been crowned the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Middle School Open Netball Champions after defeating Warwick Academy 12-7 in the final at Bernard Park.
The victory concluded a successful tournament run for Somersfield, whose sharp shooting proved the difference in the championship match.
Somersfield's dominant scorer in the final was Anya-Aeleisha Pearman, who led all scorers with an impressive eight goals. Cali Atcheson provided solid support, adding four goals to the winning total.
Warwick Academy were led in scoring by Victoria Smatt with four goals, while Sayla Williams chipped in with three goals in their runner-up effort.
Somersfield’s path to the title included a convincing 6-3 victory over BHS in the Semi-Final. In that match, Pearman and Atcheson continued their strong partnership, each scoring three goals. BHS’s efforts were led by D’Nae Brandy with two goals and Layla Lightbourn with one.
The other Semi-Final proved to be a nail-biting affair that went right down to the wire. Warwick Academy secured their spot in the final by edging past Saltus Grammar School 5-4 in sudden death.
In the tense semi-final, both Williams and Smatt scored two goals each for Warwick, with Alexa Correia adding the crucial fifth goal. Saltus’s scoring was split evenly between Taylor Lyme and Sydney Pethick, who both scored twice.
BSSF Middle School Open Netball Results
POOL A
05 Somersfield Academy 05 Dellwood Middle School
09 Saltus Grammar 01 Sandys Sec Middle School
03 Somersfield Academy 03 Saltus Grammar
04 Dellwood Middle 03 Sandys Sec Middle School
08 Somersfield Academy 03 Sandys Secondary Middle School
03 Dellwood Middle School 03 Saltus Grammar School
POOL B
04 Warwick Academy 03 Whitney Institute
06 BHS 02 MSA
06 BHS 04 Warwick Academy
09 Whitney Institute 01 MSA
05 Warwick Academy 02 MSA
06 BHS 03 Whitney Institute
SEMI FINAL
06 Somersfield Academy 03 BHS
05 Warwick Academy 04 Saltus Grammar
FINAL
12 Somersfield Academy 07 Warwick Academy
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Netball Bermuda League Blasts Off at Bernard Park
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The 2025/26 Netball Bermuda League season launched with a flurry of action at Bernard Park, showcasing both future stars and seasoned veterans across the Junior and Senior Divisions. Despite a damp start that saw the 10 & Under Division games cancelled, the enthusiasm remained high for the opening day fixtures.
Juniors
10 & Under Division
Unfortunately the 10 & Under Division games were cancelled due to rain
14 & Under Division
In the 14 & Under Division, Phoenix set an early statement with a commanding 10-0 shutout victory over Dandy Stars. Quinn Burgess proved to be the attacking lynchpin for Phoenix, sinking 9 goals, while Zaina Jones added the other. Kenzi McCreary earned the dual honours of Best Defender and MVP for the victorious side.
For Dandy Stars, Naiah Rayner was recognized as the Best Defender and MVP, with Knalah Thompson named Best Attacker.
The other match in the division provided high-octane drama as Storm Thunder narrowly edged out the North Village Lady Rams with a thrilling 14-13 scoreline. Storm Thunder's triumph was powered by MVP Tamirra Richardson's 10 goals, with support from Best Defender Honor White (2 goals) and Elsie Purcell (1 goal). Asia Burt was named their Best Attacker.
In a valiant effort for the Lady Rams, Taylor Kyme scored 8 goals and Best Attacker Sanaa Hodsoll contributed 5, but they fell just short. Tiana Scott was the team's MVP, and Indica Wilson-Bean was named Best Defender.
16 & Under DivisionM
The goal fest continued in the 16 & Under Division where Phoenix Fire proved too hot to handle for Dandy Stars, winning convincingly 45-3. Best Attacker Caillia Joell led the charge with a game-high 24 goals. MVP Ameerah Richardson Swan added 9 goals, Shiloh Simmons scored 8, and Zyari Lawrence netted 4 times. Kree Holdipp was also named the team's MVP.
The Dandy Stars managed 2 goals from Jada Morgan-Dill and one from Izzy Hassell.
In another tightly contested affair, the North Village Lady Rams secured a narrow 21-19 win against Storm. The Lady Rams’ victory was marshalled by their Best Attacker E’rynn Paynter, who accounted for 18 goals, supported by 3 goals from S’mai Tyrell. Kse Jennings earned MVP honours, and Riley Jones was named Best Defender.
For Storm, Sah-Quirity scored 13 goals, while Best Attacker Journee Belboda added 4 and Nala Richardson scored twice. T’jaia Butler was named both Best Defender and MVP for her efforts.
Senior
First Division
The First Division saw Storm dominate DC Diamonds with a decisive 24-11 victory. Jamir Hatherley was the standout for Storm, sinking 16 goals, while Malaysia Furbert added 7 and J’Zari Zuill-Dillas scored 2. Hatherley's performance earned her the MVP award, with Malaysia Furbert named Best Attacker and Naomi Crofton Best Defender.
DC Diamonds' goals came from Cindi-Anna Darrell (6), Sioma Rudo (3), and Saajida Daniels (2). Naseesha Talbot was the Diamonds' MVP, Jayla Furtardo Simmons the Best Attacker, and Jae’leia Johnston Best Defender.
Premier Division
In the Premier Division, Tigers made a powerful statement by overcoming Phoenix Heat 35-17. The Tigers' scoring was evenly spread, with Jahkenya Trott leading with 18 goals, Jahtuere Trott adding 13, and Diara Benjamin contributing 4. Brianna Ray took her Cricket talents to the courts and had an outstanding match, securing both the MVP and Best Attacker awards, while Khianda Pearman-Watson was named Best Defender.
For Phoenix Heat, Kezhari Knight scored 12 goals and K’xiyae Gibbons netted 5. Kiante Lightbourne was a dual award winner for the Heat, named both MVP and Best Defender, with Jaya Dillas taking the Best Attacker award.
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Bermuda Win Battle of the Isles Tournament Silver Medal
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The Bermuda Women’s National Netball team battled fiercely in the final of the Battle of the Isles Netball Tournament but were ultimately forced to settle for a well-earned silver medal after falling 61-32 to the dominant Canadian side. The defeat, while disappointing, was the only thing standing between the 'Longtails' and a perfect tournament.
First Quarter: Bermuda kept pace initially, with Inshan-Nae Smith netting 4 goals and Zakiyah Durham adding 5. However, Canada finished the quarter with a tight 13-9 advantage.
Second Quarter Shift: The Canadians tightened their defence significantly in the second period, restricting Bermuda to just five goals. Smith scored 4, but Durham was held to just a single goal. Canada capitalised fully, pulling away to a commanding 32-14 lead at the half-time break.
Despite the growing deficit, Bermuda showed resilience and fighting spirit in the second half.
Third Quarter: Bermuda’s scoring struggled against the intense pressure, adding 7 goals with JahKenya Trott netting 5 and Durham scoring 2. Canada maintained their dominance, leading 48-21 heading into the final period.
Final Quarter: The Longtails managed their highest-scoring quarter in the fourth, netting 11 goals. Trott finished strong with 7 goals, while Durham chipped in with 4, as the match concluded with a final score of 61-32 to the undefeated Canadians.
The scoring was distributed among the attackers, with Trott and Durham both finishing the final with 12 goals each, and Smith adding 8 goals.
The final match capped a demanding run for the Longtails, whose successful campaign included a vital win against hosts St. Maarten and a dominant performance against Guadeloupe. The squad heads home with a well-deserved silver medal and valuable ranking points, confirming the significant progress being made by the National Netball Programme on the international stage.
Earlier in the day, the Bermuda National Netball team executed their plan to perfection this morning, delivering a crushing 83-6 victory over Guadeloupe in their seventh match of the Battle of the Isle Netball Tournament.
The dominant performance served as the ideal warm-up, allowing the 'Longtails' to rest key players and turn their full attention to the highly anticipated final against Canada later this evening.
Bermuda Dominate from the WhistleThe match was a clinical exercise in efficiency and control from Bermuda, who needed a big win to boost ranking points while managing player minutes.
Bermuda burst out of the gates, quickly establishing a formidable advantage to lead 14-2. Inshan-Nae Smith was accurate with 8 goals, while JahKenya Trott added 6.
The Longtails were relentless, racking up an incredible 26 goals in the second quarter alone. Trott found her rhythm, sinking 21 goals, with Smith adding 5 more. The half-time score stood at an overwhelming 40-3 in favour of Bermuda.
The second half continued the trend of Bermudian dominance, allowing the coaching staff to strategically rotate the squad ahead of the final.
Trott remained in superb form, adding 14 goals, while Smith chipped in with 5. Bermuda extended their lead to 59-4 after three quarters, effectively sealing the victory and providing valuable court time for the entire squad.
The final quarter saw a further 25 goals scored by Bermuda, with the introduction of Keizhari Knight providing a fresh burst of energy. Knight contributed a massive 20 goals in the quarter, with Jahture Trott adding 4.
The victory was built on a massive scoring effort, led by the precision of Jahkenya Trott who scored 41goals, Keizhari Knight added 20 goals, Inshan-Nae Smith chipped in with 18 goals, and Jahture Trott scored 4 times.
