Smith Secures Top-Five Finish at Outdoor Championships
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The ERAU Track Complex in Daytona Beach provided a high-octane setting as Clayton State University’s Sancho Smith tested himself against the region's elite at the 2026 Peach Belt Conference (PBC) Outdoor Track & Field Championships.
Competing in the Men’s 800m, the Bermudian standout delivered a measured and tactical performance in a fiercely contested final. Smith crossed the line in fifth place, stopping the clock at 1:52.11.
The time marks a significant season milestone for the former Saltus Grammar School student, who has consistently lowered his marks across the spring circuit. In a race defined by a blistering opening lap, Smith maintained his composure in the pack, surging over the final 200 metres to secure his top-five standing and vital points for the Laker men’s team.
Smith’s consistency in the mid-distance events continues to be a cornerstone for the Clayton State programme. Having already established himself as a school record-holder in the indoor 600m earlier this year, his transition to the outdoor 800m has seen him cement his reputation as one of the most reliable finishers in the conference.
With the PBC Championships serving as a primary target for the Lakers this season, Smith’s performance in Florida further validates the rigorous training cycle he has undergone since moving into the U.S. collegiate ranks. The focus now shifts toward potential regional qualification as the outdoor season enters its decisive final phase.
Friday, May 01, 2026
Saltus Girls Smash Records at Schools’ Relay Classic
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The roar of a capacity crowd and the blur of flying batons defined a historic night of athletics as the 17th Annual Schools’ Relay Classic concluded at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Under the floodlights of the National Sports Centre, the island’s finest young sprinters produced a spectacle of speed that saw long-standing records fall and titles decided by the narrowest of margins.
The headline performance of the evening belonged to the Saltus Grammar Middle School girls' sprint team. The quartet of Leydi Raynor, Jasmine Reid-Rubaine, Amaya Davis, and Zahra Goodchild provided a masterclass in baton exchanges and raw pace. During the preliminary rounds of the 4x100m relay, the group stopped the clock at a blistering 51.10 seconds. This mark shattered the previous record of 51.59 seconds which had been held by the TN Tatem team of D Watson, A Gibbons, Z Turner, and Z Parsons since 2017.
Proving that their record-breaking heat was no fluke, the Saltus team returned for the final and once again dipped under the old record, crossing the line in 51.50 seconds to secure the gold medal. Their dominant display was the catalyst for a hugely successful night for the school, which saw them claim divisional honors in both the middle school girls' category and the senior girls' division.
The competition for the middle school boys' title was even more intense, resulting in a rare dead heat for the crown. Saltus Grammar and Whitney Institute could not be separated after a grueling schedule of events, with both institutions finishing on 18 points to share the championship trophy. Meanwhile, the senior school boys' division was dominated by The Berkeley Institute, who racked up a maximum 20 points to leave their rivals in the wake of their gold-standard performances.
In the primary school ranks, Warwick Academy emerged as the force to be reckoned with. Their girls' team secured their division with 18 points, while Port Royal Primary took the boys' title with a total of 16. These results propelled Warwick Academy to the top of the overall primary school standings with a total of 29 points, cementing their reputation as a powerhouse of youth development.
As the points were tallied at the end of the night, the overall trophies were shared between three of the island’s most storied sporting schools. Warwick Academy reigned supreme at the primary level, while Saltus Grammar’s record-breaking exploits saw them comfortably claim the middle school overall title with 38 points. In the senior category, The Berkeley Institute showcased their depth and speed to be crowned overall champions with a total of 34 points, bringing a thrilling end to one of the most successful editions of the classic to date.
Saltus Claim Primary Glory as Furbert Shatters Record
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The Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Centre provided the backdrop for a historic day of youth athletics as Saltus Grammar School were crowned the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Primary School Track and Field Champions.
In a display of consistency and depth, Saltus Grammar School secured the overall title with a combined score of 275 points, successfully fending off a resilient Warwick Academy who finished as runners-up with 245 points. West Pembroke Primary completed the top three after amassing 172 points during a high-octane meet.
While Saltus Grammar School celebrated team success, the individual story of the day belonged to Skye Furbert of West Pembroke Primary. Furbert delivered a performance for the ages in the Under 9 Girls 100 metres, stopping the clock at a blistering 13.93 seconds. The time was enough to shatter the previous record of 14.35 seconds, which had stood for twenty-six years since being set by Kiara Baxter in 2000.
Furbert’s record-breaking run was merely the highlight of a dominant triple-gold campaign, as she also claimed victory in the 200 and 400 metres before anchoring her relay team to a record-breaking finish. Her exploits were officially recognised at the conclusion of the meet when she was named the recipient of the 2026 Toby Colombe Award for the Best Performer, having secured a maximum individual points tally.
The divisional standings highlighted a wealth of emerging talent across the island’s primary school system. In the Male Under 10 category, Nico Simmons of Warwick Academy mirrored Furbert’s dominance by securing a perfect 30 points, while Theodore Smith of Harrington Sound Primary and Nolan Horrobin of Saltus Grammar School followed closely in the rankings. The Over 10 divisions saw similar excellence, with Gabrielle Saunders of Somersfield Academy and Shammaah Darko of Warwick Academy both finishing their events with maximum points to lead their respective fields.
Further success was spread across the competing schools, with Diamond Morris of Saltus Grammar School taking the Female Under 10 title and Elliott Davidge securing top honours for the champions in the Male Under 9 bracket. As the curtain falls on the 2026 Primary School Championships, the event will be remembered as a landmark day for West Pembroke Primary’s Furbert and a testament to the enduring sporting legacy of Saltus Grammar School.
Bermuda Pacers Track Club 2026 Schools’ Relay Classic
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May1st, 2026, the Bermuda Pacers Track Club in conjunction with new title Sponsor Somerset Reinsurance will host the 17th Annual Schools’ Relay Classic at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium starting at 5:30pm. The school will not only compete for bragging rights, but $3,900.00 to the winning schools and the Relay Classic Trophies.
The event starts at 5:30pm with the primary and middle school teams competing in the 4 x 100 meter Semi-Finals. At 6:15pm the special events will take place that includes the Special Olympians 100 meters race, the Whitney Institute Drum line and the Berkeley Institute Dancing Cheerleaders. At 7:00pm the schools will again do battle in the 4 x 400 meter relays. These events are all timed finals. The highlight of the evening will be the 4 x 100 meter finals. These events are scheduled to start at 8:00pm. Many of the island’s Carifta athletes will be competing for their school.
During this event you will witness the top 8 schools in the primary, middle and senior secondary school levels competing. Some 300 students/athletes from the public and private schools will be involved. Current Champions, West End Primary, Sandy’s Secondary Middle School and Berkeley Institute will be there to defend their titles. Admission to entry the event is free
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Saltus Grammar School Middle School Championships
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The National Sports Centre was the stage for a masterclass in youth athletics as Saltus Grammar School claimed the overall title at the 2026 Middle School Track and Field Championships. In a dominant display of depth across both track and field disciplines, Saltus Grammar School amassed a combined total of 591.50 points to distance themselves from the chasing pack and secure their status as the island's premier middle school program.
The battle for the divisional crowns saw a split in fortunes between the top institutions. Saltus Grammar School powered to victory in the Female Team Division with 314 points, narrowly fending off a spirited challenge from Bermuda High School. However, Whitney Institute Middle School showcased their own athletic prowess by claiming the Male Team Division title with a total of 308 points, holding off a strong Saltus Grammar School contingent in the process.
The high-octane atmosphere was matched by historic individual performances, as two long-standing records fell during the meet. Colette Durkin of Warwick Academy etched her name into the history books in the Under 13 Girls 1500 Metre Run. In a breathtaking finish that drew the crowd to their feet, Durkin clocked a record-breaking 5:09.67, just barely edging out Evelyn Fahy of Somersfield Academy, who also dipped under the previous record with a time of 5:09.93.
Success continued for Saltus Grammar School in the relay events, where the Over 13 Girls 4x100 Metre team delivered a flawless baton-passing performance. The quartet of Leydi Raynor, Zahra Goodchild, Amaya Davis, and Jasmine Reid-Rubaine combined to stop the clock at 51.97 seconds, shattering the previous record and cementing their dominance on the track.
In the individual standings, several athletes emerged as triple-threat contenders. Jasmine Reid-Rubaine of Saltus Grammar School and Xander Romeo of Mount Saint Agnes Academy both secured perfect scores of 30 points to lead the Over 13 categories. In the Under 12 divisions, Kierra Broadley-Samuels of Saltus Grammar School shared the top spot with Jordyn Lewis of Bermuda High School, while Shanzae Smith of Sandy’s Secondary Middle School dominated the boys' bracket.
Whitney Institute Middle School and Warwick Academy rounded out the top three in the overall standings, confirming their positions as significant forces in the local sporting landscape. With record-breaking times and exceptional point tallies across the board, the 2026 championships served as a vivid reminder of the burgeoning talent currently rising through the Bermudian school system.
