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Tuesday, December 17, 2024
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East & West Split Volleyball Honors in All-Star Showdown
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The Bermuda School Sports Federation's Senior School All-Star Volleyball event delivered high-flying action and intense competition, with the East and West teams splitting the honors in a thrilling showcase of talent.
Girls' Match:
The West team dominated the girls' match, securing a straight-sets victory with scores of 25-21 and 25-23. Their impressive teamwork and powerful attacks proved too much for the East team, who fought valiantly but couldn't overcome the West's cohesive play.
Chloe Botelho from MSA was a standout performer for the East, earning the MVP award for her impressive efforts. On the winning side, Warwick Academy's Bella Sousa claimed the MVP honors, leading her team to victory with her skillful play and leadership on the court.
Boys' Match:
The Boys' match provided a dramatic showdown, with the East ultimately emerging victorious after a hard-fought three-set battle. The East took the first set 25-20, but the West responded with a dominant 25-15 win in the second set to level the match. In the decisive third set, the East regained their composure and secured a 15-10 victory to claim the match.
Nick Southern from Saltus was a key player for the West, earning the MVP award for his impressive contributions. For the East, Jordan Smith from MSA was instrumental in their victory, claiming the MVP honors for his outstanding performance.
The All-Star volleyball event showcased the exceptional talent and athleticism of Bermuda's young Volleyball players. With both the East and West teams displaying impressive skills and determination, the event was a resounding success, highlighting the bright future of Volleyball in Bermuda.
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Sunday, December 08, 2024
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Tucker & Hamilton Close Out NORCECA Beach Tour
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Sean Tucker and Kyle Hamilton wrapped up their campaign at the ninth and final stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in San José, Costa Rica, with a hard-fought battle against St. Kitts and Nevis in the 15th/16th place match.
The Bermudian duo faced Julian Bristol and Jedediah Pencheon on the sand courts of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, looking to end their tournament on a high note. The match proved to be a rollercoaster of momentum swings, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination.
Tucker and Hamilton started strong, claiming the first set 21-18. However, Bristol and Pencheon responded with a surge of their own, taking the second set by the same scoreline to level the match. The decisive third set saw the St. Kitts and Nevis pair take control, ultimately securing a 15-7 victory and the 15th place finish.
Despite the loss, Tucker and Hamilton can hold their heads high after a challenging tournament against top competition from across North, Central America, and the Caribbean. They battled hard in every match, gaining valuable experience on the international stage.
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Saturday, December 07, 2024
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Tucker & Hamilton Battle Hard But Fall Short in Costa Rica
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Bermuda's Sean Tucker and Kyle Hamilton continued their campaign in the ninth and final stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in San José, Costa Rica, facing tough competition on the sand courts of La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
Despite battling hard, the Bermudian duo couldn't secure a victory in their remaining pool play match and subsequent classification match.
In their third Pool D encounter, Tucker and Hamilton faced Devin Van Siclen and William Clemens from the Virgin Islands. The Virgin Islands pair proved too strong, taking the match 2-0 (21-16, 21-11) in a 30-minute battle.
The loss placed Tucker and Hamilton in the Classification 13/16 match, where they faced Luis Augusto and Santiago Penagos Hernandez from Guatemala. This match proved to be a thrilling three-set affair, with momentum swinging back and forth.
Augusto and Hernandez took the first set 21-15, but Tucker and Hamilton responded with a gutsy performance in the second, edging out their opponents 22-20 to level the match. However, the Guatemalan duo regained control in the decisive third set, winning 15-10 to claim victory.
Despite the defeats, Tucker and Hamilton demonstrated resilience and determination throughout the tournament. They faced top-tier competition from across North, Central America, and the Caribbean, gaining valuable experience on the International stage.
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Friday, December 06, 2024
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Tough Start for Tucker and Hamilton in Costa Rica
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The ninth and final stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour is underway in San José, Costa Rica, and the competition is heating up! Top men's duos from across North, Central America, and the Caribbean have descended upon the sand courts of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, battling for continental glory.
Among the contenders are Bermuda's Sean Tucker and Kyle Hamilton, who find themselves in a tough Pool D. Facing off against teams from Costa Rica, El Salvador, and the Virgin Islands, the Bermudian pair faced an uphill battle on Day 1, finishing with an 0-2 record.
In their opening match, Tucker and Hamilton fell to El Salvador's Gabriel Baltazr Vargas Romero and Carlos Adonai Mejia Perez in straight sets (21-18, 21-9). Despite a competitive first set, the Bermudians struggled to contain the Salvadoran duo's powerful attack in the second, ultimately succumbing in 36 minutes.
The second match proved equally challenging for Tucker and Hamilton, as they faced the home-court advantage of Costa Rica's Stanley Grant Brown and Julian Araya Alas. The Costa Rican pair rode the energy of the crowd to a 21-16, 21-15 victory in a 32-minute clash.
Despite the setbacks, Tucker and Hamilton remain determined to bounce back. With one pool match remaining, they'll need to dig deep and find their rhythm to keep their tournament hopes alive.
The NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour is known for its intense competition and unpredictable outcomes. Can Tucker and Hamilton turn things around and make a run in Costa Rica? Stay tuned for more exciting action from the sand courts.
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Thursday, December 05, 2024
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MSA Boys & Girls Complete Volleyball Double
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Dominant Display Secures MSA Senior School Girls Title
The Mount Saint Agnes (MSA) Academy Gymnasium was rocking as the home team stormed to victory in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Girls Volleyball tournament.
MSA capped off an undefeated run with a straight-set win 21-16, 25-23 over rivals Warwick Academy Blue in a thrilling Final.
The first set of the Final was a tense affair, with both teams trading blows. MSA's powerful hitters found gaps in the Warwick defense, but the Blue squad fought back with resilient digging and some clever plays of their own. Ultimately, MSA's consistency gave them the edge, taking the set 21-16.
Warwick refused to back down in the second. They rattled MSA with strong serving and forced them into several errors. The score remained neck-and-neck throughout, with neither team able to pull away. But in the crucial final points, MSA's experience and composure shone through. They held their nerve to secure a 25-23 victory, sparking wild celebrations in the packed gym.
Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Girls Volleyball Tournament Results
FINAL 25 25 MSA defeated 16 23 Warwick Academy Blue Dominant Display Clinches MSA Senior Boys School TitleOne night after the Mount Saint Agnes (MSA) Girls' team claimed Volleyball Gold, the MSA Boys followed suit, sweeping Saltus Grammar School in straight sets to capture the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior Boys Volleyball championship. MSA came out firing in the final, taking the first set 25-17 with a display of powerful hitting and aggressive serving. Saltus, however, responded in the second, pushing MSA to the brink in a nail-biting set. The two teams traded blows, with neither able to gain a significant advantage. But in the end, MSA's experience and composure proved to be the difference, as they held on for a 27-25 victory. Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Boys Volleyball Tournament Results
Semi-Final
21 Saltus Red defeated 19 Warwick Academy Blue 21 MSA Blue defeated 06 Warwick Academy White Final
25 27 MSA Blue defeated 17 25 Saltus Red
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