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Friday, July 24, 2026
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Jones Claims Moongate Tour Victory at Belmont Hills
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Nick Jones carded the only bogey-free round among the leading contenders to win the latest Bermuda Moongate Tour event at Belmont Hills Golf Course.
Jones finished three under par with a round of 67 to claim the title, producing the lowest score of the day in the latest stop on the island's premier golf circuit.
Kenny Leseur was the only other player to finish below par, closing with a two-under 68 to secure second place, just one shot behind the winner.
A trio of golfers shared third place after rounds of two-over 72. Will Haddrell, Scott Roy and Damon Smith all finished tied for third, rounding out the leading group.
Jones' composed display proved the difference on a challenging Belmont Hills layout, with his three-under score standing alone at the top of the leaderboard as the Moongate Tour continued another competitive season.
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Sousa Records Hole-in-One in Summer Junior League
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The Summer Junior League put on by Beyond The Fairways Foundation at Five Forts Golf Club continues to showcase the exciting future of junior golf in Bermuda, with three of nine scheduled rounds now completed.
Designed to provide meaningful competitive opportunities for young golfers, the Summer Junior League emphasizes player development, sportsmanship, and confidence while introducing juniors to tournament golf in a positive and supportive environment.
The third round featured several exceptional performances.In the Red Tee Stableford Division, Bradford Laing posted an outstanding 22 Stableford points to claim the round victory. Jacob Garott finished runner-up with 13 points, followed by Zy'nico Wales with 10 points.
The White Tee Medal Division was won by Theodore T., whose excellent even-par 72 led the field.
Austin finished second with a 74, while Quei Burt and Michael Hinwood shared third after both recorded 75. Competition has been strong through the opening three rounds.
In the Red Tee Stableford Division, Riley Sousa leads the standings with 12 league points, while Fred Jones leads the White Tee Medal Division with 13 points after three consistent performances.
The defining moment of the season so far came during Round 2 on Tuesday, July14, when Connor Sousa recorded a spectacular hole-in-one on the 17th hole at Five Forts Golf Course.
A hole-in-one is among golf's rarest achievements and is an extraordinary accomplishment for a junior golfer. Sousa's ace was celebrated by fellow competitors, parents, and coaches and stands as one of the highlights of the 2026 Summer Junior League.
"Sousa's hole-in-one was an incredible moment, not just for him, but for everyone who witnessed it," said Quinton Sherlock Jr., Director of Instruction at Golfzon Leadbetter Academy Bermuda. "What has impressed us even more, however, is the steady improvement we're seeing across the entire field. Every week these young golfers are becoming more confident, more resilient, and more passionate about the game. That's exactly what this league is designed to achieve."
With six rounds remaining, the race for both divisional titles is far from over, and organizers expect exciting competition throughout the remainder of the summer.
The Summer Junior League continues every Tuesday at Five Forts Golf Course and serves as an important pathway into the Academy's year-round junior development programs.
Beyond The Fairways Foundation congratulates Connor Sousa on his outstanding achievement and thanks every junior golfer and family for helping make this year's Summer League a tremendous success.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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MacFarlane & Laing Invaluable Experience at Blue Monster
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Junior golfers Lewis MacFarlane and Bradford Laing have concluded their campaigns at the prestigious International Optimist Junior Golf Tournament, staged on the formidable Blue Monster Course at Trump Doral.
Competing in the Boys' 12–13 Age Group Division, MacFarlane finished 4th following three rounds, carding a combined total of 13-over par.
The young golfer experienced a testing opening round with a 3-over par 75—a card containing three birdies and ten pars, but also four bogeys, and a double bogey, underlining the uncompromising nature of the course.
MacFarlane demonstrated admirable resilience in his second round, bouncing back sharply to shoot his lowest score of the tournament: a 1-over par 73 featuring three birdies and eleven pars. He closed out his tournament with an 11-over par 83, which included ten pars.
In the Boys' 10–11 Age Group Division, debutant Bradford Laing impressed on his Optimist Junior Golf Tournament bow, securing a 14th-place finish at 37-over par.
Laing opened with a 10-over par 81 (one birdie and 10 pars), before navigating a tricky second round of 16-over par 87. He finished strongly in his final round, recording two birdies and seven pars en route to an 11-over par 82.
While the final leaderboards tell only part of the story, the test of tackling a world-renowned venue like the Blue Monster against premier international junior talent promises to serve as a vital stepping stone in the ongoing development of both players.
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Monday, July 13, 2026
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Butterfield Bermuda Championship 2026 Volunteer Programme
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The Butterfield Bermuda Championship is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 Volunteer Program, presented by longtime partners Allshores. As the tournament prepares to return to Port Royal Golf Course in its new dates October 19-25, community members are once again invited to play a key role in the PGA TOUR event by joining the tournament’s dynamic volunteer team.
Each year, more than 650 volunteers help bring the Butterfield Bermuda Championship to life — supporting roles in admissions, hospitality, scoring, transportation, and more. Their collective effort not only ensures the smooth running of the tournament. Volunteers may also choose to donate their time to the charity of their choice during the registration process. Each volunteer can earn a charity $200 upon completion of the required shifts.
“We are excited to open registration for the 2026 Volunteer Programme,” said Danielle Carrera, Tournament Director. “Our volunteers are the heart of this event — their energy, commitment, and community spirit elevate the experience for players, fans, and guests alike. The event simply cannot operate without each of them. With the generous support of Allshores, we look forward to welcoming returning and first-time volunteers to this year’s team.”
Allshores return as presenting sponsors of the Volunteer Program, reaffirming their longstanding commitment to community wellness and engagement through sport.
“Whenever Bermuda hosts an event on the international stage, it is our people who help showcase the very best of who we are. The volunteers at the Bermuda Championship are ambassadors for our island, bringing the energy, pride and hospitality that Bermuda is known for around the world.
At Allshores, we believe strong communities are built by people who step forward and contribute, and we're proud to continue our sponsorship of the Volunteer Programme, as these individuals help deliver an exceptional experience for players and visitors alike." Abigail Clifford, Group President & CEO, Allshores.
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Sunday, July 12, 2026
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Dominant West Charge to Carlsberg Ocean View Cup Glory
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The Western Parishes claimed local bragging rights and the silverware after a thoroughly dominant final day of action at the Carlsberg Ocean View Cup, crushing the Eastern Parishes in the closing singles round.
Heading into the final day with everything to play for, the West turned on the style to win the final round 9-3, sealing a comprehensive 14.5 to 9.5 overall victory.
The East initially sparked hopes of a fightback when Dennis Joell fell to a defeat against Kennedy Nanette, giving the Easterners an early lead.
However, the West hit back immediately. Steven Almeida bested Vincent Minors to level the scores at 1-1, before Aaron Adams put the West ahead by dispatching Sinclair Trott.
The East showed plenty of grit in the early exchanges, striking back through Kavon Trott, who defeated Alan Lugo to restore parity at 2-2. A tense, halved match between Samuel Robinson and Donovan Livingston kept things deadlocked, but it would prove to be the East's final stand before the Western onslaught began.
From the middle order onwards, the West simply overpowered their rivals, turning a tight contest into a procession.
Ajunte Tuzo ignited the run by beating Phil Talbot to put the West 3.5-2.5 ahead, and the advantage was quickly widened when Oscar Riley saw off George O'Brien Jr.
Leroy Robinson and Marcelos Thomas fought out a hard-earned tie to briefly stem the bleeding for the East at 5-3, but the West then rattled off four straight victories to put the result beyond any doubt:
Henry Ascento extended the lead to 6-3 with a victory over Calvin Richardson.
Jonathan James piled on the pressure, defeating Ebonie Cox to make it 7-3.
Camiko Smith proved too strong for Damon Smith, pushing the score to 8-3.
Nick Jones put the icing on the cake, defeating Darriek Douglas to wrap up a dominant 9-3 final-day scoreline.
In the end, the East had no answers for the tactical precision and clinical finishing of the Western Parishes, who deservingly won the 2026 Carlsberg Ocean View Cup.
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