Massassi Maxwell-Smith represented the Coker University Track and Field team at the South Atlantic Conference Championship, held at the Lenoir-Rhyne University Track in Hickory, North Carolina.
Maxwell-Smith competed in the Women's Long Jump event, facing a competitive field from across the conference. Her best leap of the competition measured 5.13 metres, which is equivalent to 16 feet and 10 inches. This effort placed Maxwell-Smith in 17th position overall in the event.
Competing at the South Atlantic Conference Championship provides a valuable platform for Maxwell-Smith to test her skills against some of the top collegiate athletes in the region. The experience gained at this level of competition will undoubtedly contribute to her continued development in the Long Jump.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Harrington Sound Retain Primary School Track & Field Crown
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Harrington Sound Primary School successfully defended their title as Primary School Champions at the 2025 Track and Field Championships, held at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center.
The school amassed a total of 248 points to finish comfortably ahead of the competition. Saltus Grammar School secured second place with 215 points, while Warwick Academy claimed the third spot with 190.50 points.
Harrington Sound's victory was largely attributed to the impressive performance of their girls' team, who dominated their division with a commanding 175 points. Bermuda High School (BHS) finished a distant second in the Girls' Division with 109 points, followed by Saltus in third with 83 points. The Boys' overall title proved to be a much tighter contest, with Saltus Grammar School edging out Warwick Academy by the slimmest of margins – just one point. Saltus finished with 132 points, while Warwick Academy scored 131. Port Royal Primary finished third in the boys' division with 95.50 points.
The Toby Colombe award for excellence was jointly awarded to two outstanding athletes, Gisele Reid-Rubaine and Aalirah Daniels, both of whom collected an impressive four gold medals each throughout the championships.
Reid-Rubaine was a dominant force in the Under-9 Girls' Division, winning the overall Champion title. Representing Harrington Sound, Reid-Rubaine swept the sprinting events, securing Gold in the 100, 200, and 400 meters. She also played a key role in her school's victory in the 4x100-meter relay. Diamond Morris of Saltus Grammar finished second in this division with 22 points, winning the 800 meters and taking second in the 400 and fourth in the 200 meters. In the Under-9 Boys' Division, Nico Simmons from Dalton E. Tucker Primary also achieved a clean sweep in the sprints, winning the 100, 200, and 400 meters to claim the Champion Boy title. Harrington Sound’s Theodore Smith finished second, securing second place in the 100 and 200 meters and third in the 400 meters.
The Under-10 Girls' Champion title was shared by Kamari Brooks-Gibbons of Warwick Academy and Caeli-Grace Dixon from the Bermuda Institute. Brooks-Gibbons secured victories in the 800 meters and the long jump, finishing fifth in the 400 meters. Dixon earned her points with consistent second-place finishes in the 400 and 800 meters, as well as the Long Jump. Shammaah Darko was a standout performer on the track, winning the 100, 200, and 400-meter races in convincing fashion.
Harrington Sound’s Aalirah Daniels was equally impressive in the Over-10 Girls' Division, winning the champion girl title with victories in the 100, 200 meters, and the Long Jump. Her relay team's success also contributed to her four-gold medal haul. Yara Muhammad finished second, winning the 800 meters and taking second place in both the 200 and 400 meters. Dalton E. Tucker Primary once again topped the podium in the Over-10 Boys' Division, with Shanzae Smith claiming the champion boy title after winning Gold in the 200 and 400 meters and Silver in the 100 meters.
The 2025 Primary School Track and Field Championships showcased a wealth of young talent, with Harrington Sound Primary School emerging as the overall champions after a strong showing across all age groups. The individual successes and the close competition in both the team and individual standings point to a promising future for athletics in Bermuda.
Saltus Grammar Dominates Middle School Championships
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Saltus Grammar School delivered a commanding performance to cruise to victory at the 2025 Middle School Track and Field Championships, held at the National Sports Center.
Saltus accumulated an impressive 607.5 points, successfully defending their overall title in emphatic fashion. The Whitney Institute finished a distant second with 516 points, while Sandys Secondary Middle School claimed third place with 414 points.
The dominance extended to the divisional titles, with Saltus narrowly edging out Bermuda High School (BHS) to secure the Girls' Overall Division Crown. The Whitney Institute, however, comfortably won the boys' overall division, with Saltus claiming the second spot.
Individual brilliance was also on display throughout the championships. Ava St. Luce of Saltus Grammar was crowned the Under-12 Girls Champion, amassing 28 points. She secured victories in the 100 meters and Long Jump, while finishing second in the 200 meters to Cush Belboda from Purvis Primary.
Ajani Trott, also from Saltus Grammar, was equally impressive, breaking the 400-meter record en route to winning the Under-12 Boys' title with a time of 1:10.60. Trott also secured second place in the 100 and 200 meters, behind his schoolmate Jadon Lightbourne. Naomi MacGuinness continued her record-breaking form, following up her 800-meter record from last week by shattering the 1500-meter record with a remarkable time of 5:02.32, eclipsing Flora Duffy’s previous mark by a significant 11 seconds.
The Saltus success continued in the Under-13 Girls' Division, with Sukanya Jobson being named champion after claiming Gold Medals in the 400, 800, and 1500-meter races. Her teammate Leydi Raynor ensured a clean sweep for Saltus in the Under-13 Girls' track events, winning both the 100 and 200 meters. Jobson and Raynor then teamed up with Zahra Goodchild and Amaya Davis to break the under-13 girls' 4x100 meter relay record with a time of 52.73 seconds.
Adaj O’Brien of the Whitney Institute was a force to be reckoned with in the Under-13 Boys' Division, winning the overall title after securing victories in the 100 and 200 meters, as well as the shot put. His Whitney Institute teammate, Hasim Ming, also claimed double gold in the 400 and 800 meters.
Recent CARIFTA Games participant Amaya Samuels of BHS blazed her way to victory in the Over-13 Girls' Division, cruising to wins in the 100 and 200 meters and also winning the shot put. In the Over-13 Boys' Division, Whitney’s Timothy Pearman was unstoppable on the track, claiming Gold in the 400, 800, and 1500 meters. Saltus jumper Chaz Edmead finished second in this Division, winning the triple and high jump but finishing third in the long jump. Sandys Secondary’s Riley Martin showcased his sprinting prowess by winning the 100 and 200-meter sprint double.
The 2025 Middle School Track and Field Championships showcased a wealth of talent across Bermuda's schools, with Saltus Grammar School emerging as the dominant force. The individual records broken and the impressive performances across all age groups point to a bright future for track and field on the island.
Ryan Outerbridge has been recognized for his outstanding achievements, earning a nomination for the prestigious 2024-25 NE10 Man of the Year award. The announcement came from the league office on Monday, with Franklin Pierce University putting forward a trio of their top student-athletes for the annual honors.
Outerbridge, a senior standout in men's cross country and track & field for Franklin Pierce, is joined by women's soccer senior defender Aino Martikainen and women's golf star Kesinee Prukmathakul as the university's nominees for the coveted awards.
Outerbridge concludes his collegiate career with a remarkable list of accolades spanning cross country, indoor, and outdoor track. His achievements include breaking the Franklin Pierce school record in the outdoor mile, earning All-Region honors from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA), and being selected as an At-large participant for the NCAA Cross Country Championship.
His dominance was particularly evident at the 2025 NE10 Indoor Championships, where he was named both the Men's Outstanding Track Athlete and the Overall Most Valuable Performer after securing victory in the men's mile and finishing a strong third in the 800 meters. Outerbridge continued his stellar form into the outdoor season, claiming victories in both the steeplechase and the 10,000 meters at the 2025 NE10 Outdoor Championships, further solidifying his reputation as a top collegiate athlete.
The NE10 Man and Woman of the Year awards celebrate the pinnacle of athletic and academic excellence within the conference. The winners for 2024 will be announced at the annual NE10 Awards Banquet, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, June 3, at Fratello's Events in Manchester, New Hampshire. Outerbridge's nomination is a well-deserved recognition of his exceptional talent and dedication throughout his time at Franklin Pierce University.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Bobb Leads Virginia Tech with Victory at Liberty Twilight
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Sprinter Caitlyn Bobb was in impressive form as she spearheaded a dominant performance from her Virginia Tech Track & Field teammates at the Liberty Twilight Qualifier, the final regular season meet of their outdoor schedule. The Hokies collected a remarkable ten event wins at the meet, showcasing their strength and depth across various disciplines.
Bobb herself played a key role in the team's success, storming to victory in the Women's 200m Dash. The talented sprinter clocked a winning time of 23.77 seconds, demonstrating her speed and competitive edge as the season heads towards the championship phase.
Her victory in the 200m was a highlight in a night filled with strong performances for Virginia Tech. The team showcased their prowess across both track and field events, securing wins in a multitude of categories. While specific details of all ten victories weren't immediately available, the sheer volume of wins underscores the Hokies' strong form as they prepare for upcoming championship meets.
