Furbert Shines at Montverde Academy Athletic Honors Night
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The prestigious Montverde Academy Athletic Honors Night has crowned its champions for the academic year, with Bermudian talent once again taking center stage at the Florida-based institution.
In an evening dedicated to celebrating elite-level student-athletes, Zydon Furbert emerged as one of the standout names, securing a major individual accolade as he continues to make his mark on the United States high school circuit.
Furbert has been officially named the Montverde Academy 10th Grade Male Athlete of the Year. The award serves as a testament to his versatility and dominance across multiple disciplines during his sophomore year.
A dual-sport threat, Furbert has become a pivotal figure for the Montverde Academy Men’s Soccer team, where his technical ability helped the squad maintain its reputation as one of the top-ranked programs in the nation. Not content with just one arena, Furbert also excelled for the Track and Field team, where his natural explosive power and speed earned him the top honors "hands down."
The evening also saw recognition for fellow Bermudian Miles Outerbridge, who was shortlisted for one of the night’s most anticipated categories. Outerbridge was nominated for the People’s Choice Award for Male Track and Field following a season of consistent performances on the track.
While the public vote ultimately went in another direction, the nomination itself underscores Outerbridge's growing profile within the highly competitive Montverde athletic community.
The success of these young athletes continues the strong tradition of Bermudians excelling at Montverde, following in the footsteps of several professional and collegiate stars who have used the academy as a springboard to international success.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Minors Tests Mettle Against Elite Field at Oxford’s Miles
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Bermudian middle-distance standout Dage Minors delivered a gritty double-performance at the historic Iffley Road Track, competing in the 70th-anniversary celebration of Roger Bannister’s sub-four-minute mile.
Representing Bristol and West AC, Minors took his place in a high-caliber field supported by the British Milers Club and Oxford University Athletic Club.
In the marquee Men's Mile, Minors battled through a dense pack to finish 10th, stopping the clock at 4:12.15. The race was a showcase of tactical endurance, held on the very track where the four-minute barrier was famously shattered seven decades ago.
Minors wasn't finished for the evening, returning to the start line for the Men's 1500m. In a physical encounter against some of the region's top specialists, the 29-year-old crossed the line in 11th place with a time of 3:53.46.
The performances mark a solid transition to the track for Minors, who has spent the winter building strength on the road. Following his vital contribution to Bristol and West’s national relay title in Birmingham last month, these efforts at Iffley Road provide a crucial early-season benchmark as he eyes a busy summer of international competition.
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Basden Represents Barry in East Coast Relays
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Bermudian standout Cameron Basden and his Barry University teammates wrapped up their regular season schedule this weekend, testing themselves against a high-caliber field at the 2026 East Coast Relays.
The meet, held at the prestigious UNF-Hodges Stadium in Jacksonville, served as a critical final tune-up for many programs. For Basden, the focus was firmly on the sand pit as he lined up for a highly competitive Men's Long Jump flight.
In a field featuring several top-tier Division I programs, the freshman recorded a top leap of 6.60m (21 feet 8 inches). The mark earned him 24th place overall, adding another consistent performance to a debut season that has already seen him claim Sunshine State Conference "Sprinter of the Week" honors earlier this spring.
The performance in Jacksonville follows a string of strong results for the Barry University "Bucs." Basden arrived at the East Coast Relays fresh off a successful showing at the Sunshine State Conference Championships in late April, where he secured a sixth-place finish in the 100m.
While the long jump was his primary focus this weekend, Basden’s versatility remains his greatest asset. Having set a personal best of 21.72 in the 200m just last month in Orlando, the young athlete is quickly establishing himself as one of the most reliable multi-event threats in the South Florida region.
Saturday, May 09, 2026
Munya & Montverde Clinch State Title in Jacksonville
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Bermudian middle-distance runner Amaris Munya played a vital role on the track as Montverde Academy were crowned the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Class 2A State Champions.
The prestigious state championships, held at the UNF-Hodges Stadium in Jacksonville, saw the nation’s top high school talent converge for a weekend of high-stakes competition. Munya and her Montverde Academy teammates produced a series of dominant performances across the board to secure the overall 2A State title, reinforcing the academy's status as a powerhouse in Floridian athletics.
Munya’s primary contribution to the point tally came in the Women's 4 x 800m Relay. Entrusted with the high-pressure anchor leg, the Bermudian standout produced a clinical performance to guide her team to a sixth-place finish in a competitive field, stopping the clock at 9:38.37.
In a significant individual milestone, Munya matched her Personal Best for the 800m distance during the relay, recording a blistering split of 2:19.
The young athlete returned to the track for the individual Women's 800m, showcasing remarkable recovery and endurance. In a tactical race that featured several of the state's quickest specialists, Munya battled through to finish 10th overall with a time of 2:20.40.
The state title marks a successful conclusion to the high school season for Munya, whose consistency and personal best-matching speed provided a crucial foundation for Montverde's trophy-winning campaign.
Saturday, May 09, 2026
Basden Secures Final Spot as Golden Bulls Shine in Virginia
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Tajer Basden and his Johnson C. Smith's teammates delivered a series of gritty performances at the CIAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, helping the Golden Bulls secure a hard-fought second-place finish in the overall men's standings.
Taking to the track at the Virginia State Track facility in Petersburg, Basden faced a grueling schedule in the men's 400-metre hurdles. After navigating a challenging field in the preliminaries to clock 58.64 and secure the seventh-fastest qualifying time, the sophomore found another gear when it mattered most.
In the high-stakes final, Basden shaved over a second off his qualifying mark, stopping the clock in 57.55 to secure sixth place overall. The result contributed vital points to the Johnson C. Smith tally in a championship defined by slim margins.
While Virginia Union claimed the men's crown with a commanding 156 points, the Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls proved to be the "best of the rest," finishing as the overall runners-up with 109 points.
The podium finish was bolstered by standout individual performances across the squad, including Princewell Martin, who captured the CIAA title in the 400-metre hurdles with a blistering 52.74, and Divine Gee, who dominated the triple jump with a leap of 14.78 metres.
The performance caps a consistent season for Basden, who recently placed seventh at the Golden Bulls Invitational in April. With the collegiate outdoor season reaching its climax, Basden's ability to peak at the championships further solidifies his role within one of the region's premier athletic programs.
