Bermudian sensation Caitlyn Bobb delivered a commanding performance at the Harry Jerome Track Classic, held at Swangard Stadium in Canada, winning the Women's 400m A Final.
Bobb powered to victory, clocking an impressive time of 52.29 seconds. Her strong run saw her finish ahead of a competitive field, including two notable Canadian specialists in the 400-metre distance.
Madeline Price, a Canadian international, secured second place with a time of 52.91 seconds, while fellow Canadian sprinter Kyra Constantine finished third, recording a time of 54.21 seconds.
This victory at a significant event like the Harry Jerome Track Classic further underlines Bobb's growing stature in the world of athletics, particularly in the 400m discipline where she holds Bermuda's national record of 51.11 seconds. Her consistent strong showings against top-tier competition are a promising sign as she continues her progression on the international stage.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Bobb Records Solid Fourth Place in Edmonton 400m
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Bermuda's National 400m Record Holder, Caitlyn Bobb, delivered a strong performance at the Edmonton Athletics Invitational, competing in the Women's 400 Meters Final at Foote Field. Bobb clocked a highly competitive time, finishing just off the podium in a race featuring notable international talent.
In a tightly contested final, Bobb crossed the line in fourth place with a time of 51.48 seconds. Her performance demonstrated her continued form and ability to compete with top-tier athletes.
The event was won by Canadian Olympian Savannah Sutherland, a formidable track and field athlete, who secured victory with a time of 50.62 seconds. American 400m specialist Bailey Lear finished second, recording 51.43 seconds. The bronze medal went to another Canadian Olympian, sprinter Zoe Sherar, who edged out Bobb by just one hundredth of a second, clocking 51.47.
Bobb's race against such high-calibre competition, including two Olympians, underscores her standing in the sport and provides valuable experience as she continues her season.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Pacers to compete at the Russell E. Blunt Eastcoast Invitational
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Fresh off an outstanding performance at last weekend’s Flying Angels Track and Field Championships, the Bermuda Pacers Track Club will again continue to promote their track club overseas as they compete in the 2025 Russell E. Blunt Eastcoast Invitational Track Meet at Durham Memorial Stadium, in North Caroline.
This is a three-day event that attracts about 1000 athletes from the US and Canada. This will mark the club’s 43rd appearance at this prestigious track meet.
This year’s team will be led by distance runners Tobiah Goodchild and Gianluca Bortoli, both young boys will compete in the 15-16 Boys’ Division. Goodchild will compete in the 800 and 1500 metres, while Bortoli will compete in the 1500 and 3000 metres.
Older sister Carina Bortoli will lead the female members of the team along with 14-year-old Zakhya Scott the senior female sprinter on the team. Bortoli will compete in the 17-18 Girls’ Division in the 1500 and 3000 metres. While Scott will compete in the 100, 200 metres and a 4x400 metre relay in the 13-14 Girls’ Division. This will be the Bortoli’s first appearance at the Russell E. Blunt Eastcoast Invitational track meet.
The next group of athletes to compete will be the 13-14 Girls’ and Boys’ Divisions. The 13-14 Girls team consists of medalists from last year, Riana Robinson, who will compete in the 800, 1500 and 3000 metres. Amaya Davis will compete in the 100 metres, Long and Triple Jump, Sukanya Jobson will compete in the 400 and 800 metres and Long Jump. The final member of the 13-14 Girls’ team is Elena Bortoli who will compete in the 800, 1500 and 3000 metres. These same group of young girls will compete in the 4 x 400 metre Relay.
The 13- 14 Boys’ Division will consist of two athletes Timothy Pearman and Ronan Davidge, both distance runners. Pearman will compete in the 400, 800 and 1500 metres, with Davidge competing in the 1500 and 3000 metres. Both young runners performed very well during the Flying Angels track meet last weekend.
In the 11-12 Boys age group, the club will have Ajani Trott, Jadon Lightbourne and Jemani Scott. These young boys will be making their debut appearance at the meet and will compete in the 100, 200, 400, 800 metres and long jump respectively. Lightbourne set a meet record in the 100 metres at Flying Angels event and plans to make a repeat performance.
In the 11-12 Girls Age Group the club will have Ava St. Luce compete in the 100 and 200 metres and Naomi MacGuinness making her first appearance for the club will compete in the 800, 1500 and 3000 metre events. MacGuinness, who is well known for her distance running abilities, will be looking to continue her dominance in these events.
In the 9 and 10 Girls Division, the club will have lone athlete Giselle Reid Rubaine. Giselle, also a medalist at last year’s event, will compete in the 100, 200 metres and the Long Jump.
The two youngest members of the team are Raelyn Robinson and Elliott Davidge. Both athletes captured Gold Medals at the Flying Angels Championships last weekend and are planning to do the same thing at this meet.
Robinson will compete in the 8 and under girls 100, 200 metres and Long Jump. Davidge will compete in the same age group with the Boys. He will compete in the 400, 800 and 1500 metres.
Despite the team being much smaller in numbers, the coaches travelling with the team are expecting great performances from all the athletes.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Eight Athletes Attend High-Performance Training Camp
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A cohort of eight promising Bermudian track and field athletes are currently immersed in a high-performance training camp in Paraguay, aiming to sharpen their skills and prepare for top-level competition under the guidance of experienced coaches Syriah Lottimore and Albert Donawa.
The intensive camp, running from July 13th to 18th, is designed to provide a "high-performance environment to sharpen skills, strengthen focus and prepare for the demands of top-level competition," according to the Bermuda Olympic Association. This initiative is particularly timely, given that Asunción, Paraguay, will host the Junior Pan American Games in August.
The Bermudian athletes participating in this valuable overseas training include: Tatiana Sousa Surii Russell Jaeda Grant Miles Outerbridge Norre Robinson Zydon Lightbourne-Furbert Amara Samuels Lashee Jones
Coaches Syriah Lottimore, a former collegiate athlete with extensive track and field experience, and Albert Donawa, a seasoned figure in Bermudian athletics, are overseeing the rigorous programme. Their expertise will be crucial in maximising the development of these young talents as they push towards their athletic goals.
The camp represents a significant investment in the future of Bermudian track and field, offering these athletes a unique opportunity to train alongside international peers and gain exposure to the demands of elite-level preparation.
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Smith-Mills Storms to Victory in Watford Grand Prix
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Bermudian middle-distance runner Nirobi Smith-Mills has continued his impressive form on the British athletics scene, claiming a dominant victory in the Men's 800m C Final at the prestigious British Milers Club Watford Grand Prix 2025.
Representing Nottingham Trent University, Harrow, and Bermuda, Smith-Mills showcased his speed and tactical awareness at the Woodside Stadium. He crossed the finish line in a Personal Best winning time of 1 minute, 48.39 seconds (1:48.39), a performance that marks another significant step forward in his burgeoning career.
This victory in a competitive BMC Grand Prix event further solidifies Smith-Mills's growing reputation in the 800m, adding to a string of strong results this season. The Bermuda talent will undoubtedly take confidence from this win as he continues to compete against some of the UK's best middle-distance runners.
