Golden Sweep for Cox & Sidders at Presidential Wushu Cup
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Bermuda’s martial artists enjoyed a flawless, golden outing on the international stage as Kaelin Cox and Geraldine Sidders dominated the 2026 Presidential Wushu Cup in Maryland.
Competing at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, the elite Bermudian duo put on a clinic of precision, power, and athletic artistry to win five gold medals from five events.
Cox asserted his total dominance across the physically demanding Southern styles, sweeping all three of his competitive divisions to claim a spectacular golden hat-trick.
Cox opened his account in the Nanquan (southern fist) discipline, executing an explosive, high-energy routine that drew immense praise from the judges to score a commanding 8.79. He carried that supreme momentum directly into the weapon categories.
Displaying lethal speed and razor-sharp extension with the blade, Cox secured his second gold in the Nandao (southern broadsword) with a score of 8.55. He then completed the clean sweep in the Nangun (southern staff) division, anchoring his status as the fighter to beat with a clinical score of 8.61 to comfortably mount the top step of the podium for a third time.
Not to be outdone, Geraldine Sidders produced an equally flawless exhibition of technical mastery to sweep both of her scheduled events in the Northern styles.
Sidders set the standard early in the Changquan (longfist) division. Showcasing the hallmark fully extended strikes, agile footwork, and elegant aerial acrobatics of the discipline, she cruised to the gold medal with an impressive score of 8.36.
She returned to the mat shortly after to display brilliant control and rapid coordination in the Gunshu (staff) category. Speeding through her complex routine with flawless transitions, Sidders posted an excellent 8.33 to lock down her second gold of the weekend.
The unblemished five-medal haul marks a monumental achievement for Bermudian martial arts on the regional circuit, sending a resounding message across the international Wushu community as the athletes build toward
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Trojans Set to Celebrate Historic Canadian Campaign
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Fifty years on from a groundbreaking chapter in Bermudian football history, the legendary Somerset Trojans 1976 Bantam squad will reunite this Saturday, June 27th, to reflect on their historic journey to the Mini World Cup in Canada.
For a generation of football fans, the summer of 1976 remains a watershed moment. It was the year a group of exceptionally talented youngsters from Somerset boarded a plane to test their mettle against international opposition, capturing the imagination of the island and putting Bermudian youth football firmly on the map.
Half a century later, the memories remain vivid. This Saturday’s special anniversary event, kicking off at 5:00 PM, promises a poignant evening of reflection, nostalgia, and celebration as former teammates and sporting dignitaries gather to look back at the campaign.
While the evening is a celebration of collective achievement, it will also serve as an emotional tribute to key individuals who shaped the club's legacy both on and off the pitch.
Special honors will be paid to local football icons Dwayne "Tricks" Richardson, Reginald Pearman, and Lionel Turner, whose contributions to the fabric of the Somerset community and the sport have left an indelible mark.
The evening will also hold a moment of solemn remembrance for the late Clive Philpott, a deeply missed member of the Trojans family, as the club honors his enduring memory.
The evening will additionally recognize the Bermuda Football Association (BFA) for their pivotal role in facilitating the historic 1976 tour, which laid the groundwork for decades of international youth development to follow.
For the Somerset Trojans, the Class of '76 represents more than just a successful youth team; they represent a blueprint of ambition and community pride. Saturday's reunion ensures that their pioneering spirit continues to inspire the next generation of players pulling on the famous red and blue shirts.
Monday, June 22, 2026
Bermuda Men’s Team target 2027 Continental Spots in Tlaxcala
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The National Archery Association of Bermuda’s Men’s National Team has touched down in Tlaxcala, Mexico, ahead of a high-stakes campaign at the prestigious Pan American Archery Championships.
The elite continental tournament serves as the single most critical qualification gateway for the region's archers, with prized qualification slots on the line for the Lima 2027 Pan American Games in Peru.
Bermuda's four-man squad features the core unit of Camerin Pickering, Jaydon Roberts, Bernard Wade, and Robert O’Connor. The contingent has travelled under the guidance of elite coaching duo Ross and Trina Roberts, who will be overseeing the technical adjustments as the team transitions to the competitive atmosphere in central Mexico.
The stakes could not be higher on the range, with Tlaxcala set to award 18 coveted spots in the recurve division and 9 in the compound division for each gender. The primary route to qualification for the Bermudians will rest on a top-five finish in the high-pressure team rounds, while a secondary, special individual allocation round offers a final lifeline for nations yet to secure team berths.
Facing down powerhouse federations from the United States, Brazil, and host nation Mexico, Bermuda's marksmen face a daunting examination of nerve and execution under pressure.
The official practice sessions and equipment inspections get underway immediately, building toward the opening qualification rounds where the island's elite sand-and-wind specialists will look to master the Mexican air and lock down their positions for the elimination brackets.
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Evans Secures Podium Finish in High-Octane Athletic Showcase
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Bermuda's Liam Evans produced an outstanding display of multi-disciplinary athleticism to claim a superb third-place finish in the Men’s Division at the prestigious APEX CHICAGO 2026 event.
Testing himself against a highly competitive field of 72 elite international competitors, Evans showcased his remarkable versatility, combining raw power with elite endurance to anchor himself firmly on the podium.
The event's specialized metrics highlighted Evans' well-rounded athletic profile. He set an incredibly high bar in the stamina segments, registering a massive 219 in Endurance and 198 in Speed, which he backed up on the track by clocking a blistering 5:12 in The Mile.
His explosive mechanics were equally apparent on the turf. Evans clocked an impressive 4.529 seconds in the Fast Forty sprint, before unleashing a massive vertical leap of 46 inches in The Vert and exploding for 9 feet 4 inches in The Broad jump.
In the heavy strength and throwing disciplines, Evans continued to rack up vital points. He registered a Power score of 182 and a Strength score of 72, highlighted by a distance of 57 feet 11 inches in The Toss. He completed his grueling multi-sport campaign by demonstrating excellent upper-body stamina, grinding out 15 repetitions in The Pull and 8 repetitions in The Push.
By balancing explosive speed with grit in the strength phases, Evans successfully navigated the punishing Chicago itinerary to secure a magnificent bronze classification on the big stage.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Denton Hurdle Award Winners Announced
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Fifty-one student-athletes were honored tonight at the 40th annual Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards, held at the Phoebe Purvis Memorial Hall at Warwick Academy. These awards, honoring the late Denton Hurdle, recognize and celebrate the finest primary, middle, and senior school student-athletes.
Warwick Academy and Saltus Grammar School won all six categories with Warwick sweeping the girls categories and Saltus claiming all three boys’ divisions
PRIMARY SCHOOL GIRLS WINNER – FREYA DUNKLE – WARWICK ACADEMY
Honorable Mention – Celestine Fampulme – Purvis Parish School Naomi Nusum – Saltus Grammar School
Freya Dunkle serves as captain, prefect and mentor at Warwick Academy. She was a football all star and excelled in running in 2026. She won the Front Street Mile, interschool cross country, Randy Benjamin Mile and multiple other road and track races. She earned grade 3 in piano and won the Warwick Academy Easter poster competition.
PRIMARY SCHOOL BOYS WINNER – DECLAN O’SULLIVAN – Saltus Grammar School
Honorable Mention – Trevor Mills – Somerfield Academy Shamaah Darko – Warwick Academy
O’Sullivan led Saltus to victory in the knockout cup final earning MVP honors after scoring a hattrick in his teams 3-1 winner. He also led Saltus to the six a side tournament scoring six goals in the semi final alone. He was a football all star and was a part of Saltus’ cross country winning team.
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS WINNER – DEVI SAMUELS – WARWICK ACADEMY
Honorable Mention – Zara Bule – Saltus Grammar School Kse Jennings – Dellwood Middle School
Samuels is a member of the under 15 National football academy and could be seen playing in both the under 13 girls and boys leagues in the BFA leagues where she was MVP and Top Scorer for the Warwick Football Academy girls’ team. Devi is a house captain and honor roll student.
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS WINNER – SPENCER HALDERMAN – Saltus Grammar School
Honorable Mention – Jaylon Glasford – Somersfield Academy Caleb Mello – Warwick Academy
Earlier this year Halderman broke the Front Street mile record with a time of 5 minutes and 1.2 seconds. He also broke the Magic Mile record in 5 minutes and 15 seconds. He was the 2026 middle school 1500-meter champion and won various races throughout 2026. He was a member of Bermuda’s 2025 CARIFTA triathlon team and Bermuda long tails baseball team.
SENIOR SCHOOL GIRLS WINNER – JORGIA WHITE – Warwick Academy
Honorable Mention – Hailey Trott – The Berkeley Institute
White is the current National Record holder in the girls 15-16 long course 1500 meters and the girls 17-18 short course 1500 meters. She was a finalist at the 2026 CARIFTA games in the 1500 meters. She was a member of Warwick Academy’s Senior Girls Basketball championship team and was Warwick Academy’s over 16 track and field champion. She won the 2025 open water Bermuda National 5k Championships. The Principals Academic honors student also has an impressive 43 predicted IB points out of 45 which has led to numerous universites offers.
SENIOR BOYS WINNER – Zachary McGuire – Saltus Grammar School
Honorable Mention –Jahir Smith Mora – The Berkeley Institute
McGuire, an honor roll student, was a member of Bermuda’s successful Davis Cup tennis team and is ranked number 1 in Bermuda’s junior tennis rankings. He is also a regular for St. George’s senior men’s football team as well as FC Bascome’s under 18 team. He was named defender of the year in the under 128 leagues at the BFA annual youth awards and was named MVP for Saltus after winning the over 16 boys knockout football cup. Zachary has also been recruited to play division 1 tennis at Sacred Heart University in Connecticut.
