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.
Sunday, June 21, 2026
BNAA National Championships Day Two Live at 10:00 am
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Bermuda’s finest track and field athletes are set to battle it out this weekend at the Bermuda National Athletics Association (BNAA) National Championships, with every moment of the action broadcast live on Island Stats.
Thanks to a vital strategic grant from the Ministry of Tourism & Transport Culture and Sport, fans will have unprecedented access to the highly anticipated Bermuda National Swimming Championships.
The premier event on the local athletics calendar takes center stage from Saturday, June 20th to Sunday, June 21st at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. The action is scheduled to run from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM on both days.
A massive contingent of the island’s emerging and established sports stars will be on display across an expansive range of age categories, spanning from the grassroots Under-8 division all the way through to the highly competitive Under-17, Under-20, and Open brackets.
The two-day showcase promises high-octane drama on the track, featuring a full schedule of racing from the explosive 60-meter sprints right through to the grueling tactical tests of the 5,000-meter distances.
Alongside the track events, the island's top field specialists will also clash in the horizontal jumps, high jump, and throwing circles.
Whether athletes are hunting down a prestigious national crown, chasing a personal best to secure international qualification, or looking to make a breakthrough performance in front of a passionate home crowd, this weekend’s championships promise to be an unmissable highlight of the Bermudian summer sporting calendar.
For those unable to make it to the stadium to support from the stands, Island Stats will provide full digital coverage to bring the atmosphere and results directly to fans at home and abroad.
