A six-strong contingent of young Bermudian athletes has arrived in Mexico ahead of the 2026 NACAC Under-18 and Under-23 Track and Field Championships, which get underway this Friday.
The prestigious regional event runs from July 10th to 12th at the Una Nueva Historia Sports Complex Stadium in Apizaco, situated in the high-altitude state of Tlaxcala.
Bermuda's future track and field stars will face elite competition from across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The squad is led by an experienced management team, with former Olympic triple jumper Brian Wellman traveling as coach alongside team manager Ruby James.
The team is heavily weighted toward explosive sprint disciplines, complemented by middle-distance and field event representation across the age groups.
Sprints lead the charge for the Under-18 female contingent, with Priya Wilson and Amara Samuels both handed busy schedules in the 100m and 200m double. On the infield, Tatiana Sousa carries the island's hopes in the Under-18 javelin competition.
In the Under-18 male category, Zydon Lightbourne Furbert faces a grueling combination of the 200m and 400m, while Surii Russell steps up in distance to tackle the 400m and 800m events.
Lone Under-23 competitor Norre Robinson brings older experience to the group, testing himself against the region's top senior prospects in the short sprints.
The three-day championship offers critical international exposure for the athletes, who will also have to adapt to Apizaco's challenging elevation of over 2,400 meters above sea level.
Sunday, July 05, 2026
Triple Gold & MVP Honors for sprint sensation Robinson
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Bermuda's rising track prospects Raelyn and Reyna Robinson concluded a spectacular, high-velocity campaign at the Flying Angels International Track Meet in Canada, leaving an indelible mark on the international stage.
The headline story belonged to the unstoppable Raelyn Robinson, who was officially named the Under-9 Girls' Most Valuable Player (MVP) after adding a dominant sprint double and a field title to her previous victory in the 100m.
Raelyn started her 200m quest in emphatic fashion, storming through the Under-9 preliminary rounds to clock the fastest qualifying time of 33.12 seconds. Faced with the region's finest in the final, she found another gear, destroying her previous mark to cross the line first in a blistering 31.93 seconds to lock down the gold.
Proving her elite versatility, the eight-year-old then took to the sandpit for the Under-9 Girls' Long Jump. Representing Bermuda with pride, she launched a massive leap of 3.58 meters, comfortably clearing the field to secure her third gold medal of the meet.
Not to be outdone, younger compatriot Reyna Robinson showcased tremendous grit and determination against older opposition in the Under-8 category.
Competing in the ultra-competitive Girls' 200m preliminaries, Reyna fought her way through a heavily stacked field to secure seventh place, stopping the clock at a highly commendable 41.63 seconds to successfully qualify for the grand finale.
Returning to the track under intense championship pressure, the young sprinter replicated her gritty preliminary performance almost to the millisecond. Reyna crossed the line in 41.74 seconds to hold onto her seventh-place finish overall, capping off a deeply encouraging international debut for the future of Bermudian athletics.
Saturday, July 04, 2026
Bermuda Clinch Podium Finish in 4x100m Relay
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Bermuda's senior men’s sprint team made a powerful statement on the regional stage, securing a podium finish in the 4x100m relay at the prestigious Barbados Grand Prix.
The quartet of Norre Robinson, Miles Outerbridge, Cameron Basden, and anchor man Denver Tucker executed a masterclass in baton passing to cross the line in a swift 40.29 seconds to take third place, the time is the second fastest time of a Bermuda Senior Men's team.
Competing at the world-class Usain Bolt Sports Complex in St. Michael, the Bermudian team faced a heavily stacked field featuring some of the Caribbean's finest sprinting powerhouses.
The Usain Bolt Sports Complex in St. Michael, Barbados. Source: UWI Cave Hill Campus - The University of the West Indies
Sprinting in challenging, humid conditions, lead-off runner Norre Robinson provided a blistering start from the blocks to keep Bermuda neck-and-neck with the early leaders. A flawless first transition found Miles Outerbridge, who ate up the backstretch with an aggressive, powerful drive.
The critical bend was handled seamlessly by Cameron Basden, who maintained maximum velocity before handing over the baton to Denver Tucker. Tucker then locked into a fierce footrace down the final straightaway, holding off a late surge from the chasing packs to brilliantly book Bermuda's spot on the podium.
The 40.29-second clocking marks an encouraging milestone for the relay program, providing a highly competitive benchmark as the squad looks ahead to upcoming international meets later this season.
Olympic Triple Jump star Jah-Nhai Perinchief swapped his signature event for the long jump pit at the Barbados Grand Prix, grinding out a solid fourth-place finish.
Competing at the Usain Bolt Sports Complex in St. Michael, the Commonwealth Games Bronze Medalist produced a top leap of 7.14 meters in a highly competitive international field.
The appearance serves as a vital stepping stone for the 28-year-old, who is building up match fitness and rhythm after recently returning from a lengthy injury layoff.
Perinchief utilized the long jump event in Barbados to fine-tune his runway speed, approach stability, and landing mechanics against top-tier Caribbean opposition.
The 7.14m mark adds to a highly encouraging weekend for the small Bermudian contingent in Barbados.
Saturday, July 04, 2026
Sprint Double for Robinson as Bermudians Shine in Toronto
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Bermudian track prospects Raelyn and Reyna Robinson turned heads with a series of blisteringly fast performances at the Flying Angels International Track Meet in Canada.
The standout performance came from sprint sensation Raelyn Robinson, who completely dominated the Under-9 Girls' 100m Division to capture a Gold Medal for the island.
Raelyn laid down a serious marker in the preliminary rounds, lighting up the track with a blistering time of 15.20 seconds to qualify fastest for the final.
Faced with the pressure of the gold-medal race, she delivered yet another masterclass in acceleration. While slightly off her blazing preliminary time, Raelyn comfortably crossed the line in 15.40 seconds to secure first place and claim the international title.
Not to be outdone, younger compatriot Reyna Robinson gave a superb account of herself in the Under-8 Girls' 100m Division.
Competing in a heavily stacked field, Reyna stopped the clock at a highly respectable 19.63 seconds in her preliminary heat. While the time was just outside the qualification cut-off for the final, her technical execution against top-tier international opposition bodes exceptionally well for the future of Bermuda sprinting.
The Flying Angels International Meet regularly attracts the finest junior talent from across North America and the Caribbean, making the young Robinson duo's trip to the podium a significant milestone in their early athletic development.
Friday, June 26, 2026
Smith-Mills Runs Season's Best in Packed Loughborough Field
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Nirobi Smith-Mills delivered a standout performance on the track, clocking his fastest time of the year at the prestigious Loughborough BMC Grand Prix.
Competing in a high-caliber Men's 800m field, the middle-distance specialist flexed his tactical muscles to secure a highly commendable fourth-place finish against elite international competition.
Smith-Mills crossed the line in a blistering 1 minute 49.10 seconds, signaling a major return to peak sharpness as the outdoor season intensifies. The performance marks a vital milestone for the young athlete, knocking down his previous season benchmarks and proving his capability to trade strides at the sharp end of top-tier British Milers Club grids.
With the mid-season European circuit now in full swing, Smith-Mills’ tactical maturity and aggressive finishing kick in Loughborough provide a major confidence boost as he aims to further lower his times on the global stage.
