The Bermuda Basketball Association hosted the "Hooping in Paradise" Youth Basketball Showcase, bringing together local talent and the visiting Radiant Sun AAU Basketball team from New Jersey inside the Berkeley Institute Gymnasium for a weekend of competitive action.
In the opening match, the Bermuda Under 17 Select team demonstrated their prowess, defeating the Under 17 Development team 59-28. Ralph Scott, who was recently named MVP at the FIBA Basketball Without Borders Americas camp, led the U17 Select with an impressive 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Clarke Johnson contributed 12 points for the U17 Development squad.
The Bermuda Under 19 Select team then took to the court, securing a solid 65-48 victory over the visiting Radiant Sun team. DeNash Davis was instrumental for the Under 19 Select, leading all scorers with 19 points, while Jonah Simmons added 14 points. Jaden Foster was the top scorer for Radiant Sun with 14 points.
The showcase also featured a Girls match, where Pink Sand dominated Blue Ocean with a commanding 39-8 win. T'mia Williams, a known talent in Bermudian girls' basketball, put on a superb individual display, scoring 22 points alone for Pink Sand. Belle Burns, Jorgia White, and Nh'lae Deroza each scored 2 points for Blue Ocean.
In a later game, the Under 17 Select team again proved their strength, defeating the Radiant Suns in a closer contest, 48-42. Ralph Scott once more led the Under 17 Select with 13 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 assists, matching Jaden Perez's 13 points for Radiant Suns.
The "Hooping in Paradise" showcase provided invaluable experience for Bermuda's rising basketball stars, allowing them to test their skills against international competition and further develop their game.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Countdown to Youth Basketball Showcase
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The Bermuda Basketball Association is excited to welcome the Radiant Sun AAU Basketball team (New Jersey) for the "Hooping in Paradise" Youth Basketball Showcase. This promises to be a weekend of competitive and inspiring basketball action.
This weekend’s games will spotlight Bermuda’s rising stars, including the Junior Men's National U17, U19, and U17 Development Select Teams.
The weekend will also include a select team from the Bermuda Youth Basketball League. The BBA is also thrilled to feature two select young women's teams. Of note, Ralph Scott, MVP of the FIBA Basketball without Borders Americas Camp and NJASP Award recipient, returns to Bermuda as a member of the U17 team.
All games will be held at the Berkeley Institute gymnasium
Saturday, June 28th
6:15pm - Under 17 Select vs Under 17 Development 7:45pm - Under 19 Select vs Radiant Sun
Sunday, June 29th
5:15pm - Young Women's Select Game - Pink Sand vs Blue Ocean 6:15pm - Under 17 Development vs BYB Select 7:45pm - Under 17 Select vs Radiant Sun
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Coach Phillips to Discuss Successful DR Tour
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The Bermuda Men’s National Basketball team has successfully concluded their development tour in the Dominican Republic, returning with an impressive 3-1 record – a clear testament to their progress and competitive spirit.
Head Coach Sullivan Phillips will be live on Islandstats.com, at 8 pm to discuss the tour in detail and more.
The Senior Men's National team began their tour strongly, securing a convincing 56-40 win over local club team Baez. Their only defeat came in a hard-fought encounter against Club Million, where they fell narrowly by 69-66.
However, the team quickly bounced back, securing a monumental 70-68 victory over the Dominican Republic’s Under-19 national team – a significant achievement against a highly-regarded opponent. They then closed out their tour with another tight contest, claiming a 56-54 victory.
The 3-1 record against strong competition from a basketball-rich nation like the Dominican Republic underscores the value of this development initiative. Coach Phillips's insights tonight are expected to shed light on the team's growth, individual performances, and the strategic takeaways from this successful tour as they look towards future international competitions.
Friday, June 13, 2025
Bermuda Conclude Dominican Republic Tour with Win
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The Bermuda Men’s National Basketball team has successfully concluded their development tour in the Dominican Republic with a tight 56-54 victory, capping off an impressive 3-1 record for the tour.
The narrow win in their final game underscores the competitive nature of their matches against Dominican Republic opposition. Jonathan Lowe led Bermuda in scoring with 16 points, while Jaelen Williams and Malachi Scott both contributed 14 points, showcasing their consistent offensive impact.
Reflecting on the tour, a team representative stated, "The team is vastly improving. We played against very tough competition, but all in all, the guys got better each game and with new faces in the fold it's always good to create new success."
This 3-1 record against strong competition from a basketball-rich nation like the Dominican Republic marks a significant step forward for the Bermuda Senior Men's National team program. The integration of new players and the overall improvement noted by the team will be crucial as they continue their development towards future international tournaments, including the goal of participating in the FIBA AmeriCup pre-qualifying tournament in July 2026.
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Bermuda's Men's Basketball Secure Monumental Win
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The Bermuda Men’s National Basketball team has secured a monumental victory on their Development Tour in the Dominican Republic, defeating the Dominican Republic’s Under-19 national team 70-68.
This hard-fought win marks a significant achievement for the Bermudian squad, showcasing their growing talent and competitive spirit against a strong regional opponent from a nation highly ranked in basketball.
Cameron Basden continued his impressive form on the tour, once again leading Bermuda in scoring with 18 points. He was ably supported by Jonathan Lowe, who contributed 16 points, and Malachi Scott, who added 14 strong points to the scoreboard.
This victory moves Bermuda's record on the tour to 2 wins and 1 loss. The team will now be aiming to finish their tour with a commanding 3-1 record, a result that would undoubtedly underline the success and value of their development initiative in the Dominican Republic.
