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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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Somerset Trojans Hold Off Devonshire Colts in Under-23 Clash
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Somerset Trojans 3 Devonshire Colts 1
The Somerset Trojans solidified their credentials in the Bermuda Football Association Under-23 Division with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the Devonshire Colts.
As the only fixture on the division's schedule, all eyes were on Bernard Park. The spectators were treated to an entertaining, see-saw affair that ultimately showcased the Trojans' clinical edge in front of goal.
The opening half-hour proved to be a cagey midfield battle, with both sides struggling to find a decisive final ball in the attacking third.
However, the deadlock was finally broken in the 35th minute. It was Keyni Mills who found the breakthrough for the Somerset Trojans, showing great composure to slot the ball home and hand his side a 1-0 advantage.
With the wind in their sails, the Trojans continued to press forward. Their persistence paid off just before the interval when they were awarded a penalty in the 44th minute. Río Russell stepped up to the spot under pressure, coolly converting the spot-kick to double the Trojans' lead and send them into the halftime break with a comfortable 2-0 cushion.
The Devonshire Colts emerged for the second half with a renewed sense of urgency, determined to claw their way back into the contest.
Their efforts rewarded them just before the hour mark. In the 59th minute, Rajae Whitter found space in the penalty box and clinical finish hit the back of the net, pulling a vital goal back for the Colts and setting up a grandstand finish.
As the Colts pushed men forward in search of an equalizer, they left themselves vulnerable to the counter-attack. The Trojans capitalized beautifully in the 76th minute when Jamar Franklin broke free, restoring Somerset’s two-goal cushion with a fine finish.
Franklin's strike broke the Colts' resistance, allowing the Somerset Trojans to safely navigate the remaining minutes and secure all three points in a crucial division encounter.
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Monday, May 18, 2026
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Dramatic Under-23 League Double-Header Tests Title
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The third week of the Bermuda Football Association’s Under-23 League delivered a night of high drama, as tournament frontrunners were made to sweat for maximum points in two fiercely contested encounters.
On an evening where defensive resilience clashed with clinical finishing, both fixtures hung in the balance until the final whistle, leaving fans thoroughly entertained but coaches with plenty to ponder.
North Village Rams 0 PHC Zebras 1
The opening match of the double-header saw traditional powerhouses North Village Rams and PHC Zebras lock horns in a tactical, heavyweight battle that offered very little breathing room.
An intense first 45 minutes saw both backlines stand firm, with clear-cut chances at a premium as the teams headed into the halftime interval locked in a scoreless draw.
The deadlock was finally broken in the 68th minute following a lapse in the Rams' penalty area. The referee pointed to the spot, and PHC's Tristen Davis stepped up under immense pressure. Davis coolly converted the penalty, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way to net what proved to be the match-winner.
North Village threw bodies forward in the closing stages, but the Zebras held on to secure a gritty 1-0 victory.
Dandy Town Hornets 2 FC Bascome 3
If the first match was a defensive masterclass, the nightcap between Dandy Town Hornets and FC Bascome was a chaotic, five-goal thriller that kept spectators on the edge of their seats until deep into stoppage time.
FC Bascome drew first blood in the 27th minute when the lively Tre Burgess found space in the box to slot home, allowing his side to carry a slender 1-0 advantage into the break.
Dandy Town emerged for the second half with renewed vigor and were justly rewarded in the 51st minute when Enrique Swan produced a fine equalizer. However, the Hornets' joy was short-lived. Burgess turned spoiler once again, bagging his second goal of the night in the 73rd minute to restore FC Bascome's lead.
The momentum swung heavily toward FC Bascome in the 80th minute when Rylan Dasilva struck a superb third to make it 3-1, seemingly putting the game out of reach.
Dandy Town refused to go quietly, setting up a grandstand finish two minutes into stoppage time when Jhazii Johnson pulled a goal back. Despite a frantic final few seconds of pressure, the Hornets ran out of time, allowing FC Bascome to escape with a breathless 3-2 win.
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Monday, May 18, 2026
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BEJI & Trevo Academy Announce Summer Sponsorship
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The Bermuda Equal Justice Initiative (BEJI), in partnership with Trevo Academy, a new Bermuda-based youth football development programme, is pleased to announce a sponsorship that will award two fully funded scholarships for young Bermudian boys and girls aged 8 to 13. The two scholarships are valued at $1,400 in total, covering participation costs for the selected applicants.
Founded to help develop the next generation of Bermudian football talent, TrevoAcademy will provide young athletes with an environment that encourages skill development, discipline, teamwork, confidence, and character through four summer cohorts running from June through August.
The sponsorship reflects a shared commitment to supporting Bermudian youth and expanding access to opportunity for young people with talent and potential. Through this partnership, BEJI and Trevo Academy hope to support young Bermudians who are demonstrating leadership, dedication, and a commitment to pursuing their goals despite financial barriers. The sponsorship also reflects BEJI’s wider commitment to removing barriers, widening access, and ensuring that young people are not denied meaningful opportunities because of financial circumstances.
Eron Hill, Founder and Executive Director of the Bermuda Equal Justice Initiative,said the sponsorship reflects the organisation’s broader commitment to access,opportunity, and community empowerment.
‘Too often, talented young people miss out on opportunities simply because of financial circumstances,’ said Hill. ‘We wanted to partner with Trevo Academy to help ensure that two young Bermudians who are passionate about football have the chance to participate, develop their skills, and enjoy an experience that could positively shape their future.
Remy Coddington, one of the three founders of Trevo Academy, said, ‘As a new academy, we want young athletes to feel encouraged, supported, and motivated to grow both on and off the field. We are grateful to the Bermuda Equal Justice Initiative for partnering with us to help provide opportunities for young Bermudians who are passionate about football and committed to developing their potential.’
Application Requirements Applications open on May 18th.
Interested applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Applicants must be boys or girls aged 8 to 13.
2. Applicants must submit a 2–3-minute video responding to some or all of the following prompts:
a. Tell us your story.
b. How has football inspired you?
c. Who is your role model and why?
d. Why would this sponsorship opportunity matter to you?
e. Why should you be selected?
3. Video applications must be submitted by email to trevoacademy@gmail.com.
4. The application deadline is May 29th.
5. Final selections are expected to be made by June 5th.
6. Selected applicants will be contacted directly by Trevo Academy
7. Applicants are encouraged to be creative, honest, and confident in sharing their story.
The selection process will consider not only football interest and potential, but also the applicant’s personality, commitment, aspirations, and the opportunity this sponsorship could provide.
For applications or additional information, please contact:trevoacademy@gmail.com.
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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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Dill’s Double Inspires North Village Comeback
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FC Bascome 1 North Village Rams 3
North Village Rams showed immense character at Bernard Park, overturning a second-half deficit to secure a clinical 3-1 victory over FC Bascome in the Bermuda Football Association’s Under-23 Division.
The result marks a significant milestone for the Rams, who have now secured their second win of the tournament following a resilient display under the lights.
Following a cagey and scoreless opening 45 minutes, the match finally burst into life midway through the second half. It was FC Bascome who drew first blood in the 66th minute, though the breakthrough came via a stroke of misfortune as an own goal put them 1-0 ahead.
The setback appeared to galvanize the North Village side, who responded with a relentless offensive surge. Z’Dao Dill proved to be the catalyst for the comeback, finding the equalizer in the 73rd minute to bring the Rams level at 1-1.
With the momentum firmly in their favor, the Rams continued to press high. Their persistence was rewarded in the 78th minute when Ne-Jai Tucker showcased his clinical edge, firing North Village into a 2-1 lead.
As the clock ticked toward full-time, FC Bascome pushed for a late leveler, but they were caught out in the final moments. Dill made sure of the result in the 90th minute, notching his second goal of the match to put the game beyond reach.
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Monday, May 11, 2026
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Zebras Edge Robin Hood as Colts Hold Hornets
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A low-scoring but high-intensity Under-23 double-header at Bernard Park saw the PHC Zebras announce their arrival in the competition, while a resilient Devonshire Colts earned a hard-fought point against the Dandy Town Hornets.
PHC 2 Robin Hood 1
The opening encounter of the evening saw the PHC Zebras kick off their campaign with a clinical 2–1 victory over Robin Hood. Having sat out the opening week with a bye, the Zebras showed no signs of rust, asserting their dominance early in the first half.
The breakthrough came in the 20th minute when Yeshai Burgess found the back of the net to give PHC the lead. The Zebras didn't wait long to consolidate their advantage; just six minutes later, Hayden Dill doubled the tally, leaving Robin Hood with a mountain to climb at the interval.
Robin Hood, who "won" their opening fixture last week via a forfeit without taking to the pitch, struggled to find their rhythm against a disciplined Zebras backline. They did manage to set up a grandstand finish when Sebastian Davis pulled a goal back in the 83rd minute, but the PHC defense held firm to secure all three points.
Devonshire Colts 0 Dandy Town Hornets 0
In the nightcap, the Devonshire Colts produced a vastly improved performance to hold the Dandy Town Hornets to a 0–0 stalemate. It was a vital result for the Colts, who were looking to restore pride following a bruising 6–0 defeat to North Village in their competition opener.
The Hornets arrived at Bernard Park searching for a second consecutive win after their narrow 1–0 victory over Somerset Eagles last week. However, they found a different Devonshire side this time around. While the Colts have now gone 180 minutes without scoring a goal in the tournament, their defensive unit put in a monumental shift to frustrate the Dandy Town front line.
The draw leaves the Hornets undefeated but likely frustrated at the missed opportunity to go top, while the Colts will take immense confidence from a clean sheet against one of the league's most potent attacking sides.
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