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Saturday, May 10, 2025
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Young Football Stars Honored at BFA Youth Awards
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The future of Bermudian football was celebrated in style as the Bermuda Football Association (BFA) held their annual Youth Awards ceremony at Pier 6. Promising young talents across various age groups, from Under 13s to Under 18s, were recognized for their outstanding achievements throughout the season.
The awards spanned multiple categories, including top goal scorers, best goalkeepers, best defenders, Most Valuable Players (MVPs), and Coaches of the Year, highlighting the dedication and skill present within the island's youth footballing ranks.
Under 13 Girls Dominated by BFLA
The Under 13 Girls division saw a clean sweep for BFLA (Bascome Futbol Leadership Academy). Avery Taylor was the star of the show, picking up both the Top Goal Scorer and MVP awards. Her teammate, Kyra Simmons, was named Best Goalkeeper, while Stella Simpson took home the Best Defender accolade. The BFLA's successful season was further recognised with Karl Roberts being named Coach of the Year for this age group.
A Mixture of Winners received Awards in the Under 15 Girls Division
The Under 15 Girls Division, recognized C'Leisha Spence of Dandy Stars as the Best Goalkeeper, Amiya James of Warwick Football Academy securing the Best Defender award, and Nila Samuels of Warwick Football Academy claiming the prestigious MVP title; Daley Outerbridge of Dandy Stars was celebrated as the Top Scorer, while Corey Dowling of PHC Lady Zebras was honored as the Coach of the Year for their guidance and leadership.
North Village Rams Shine in Under 13 Boys B Division
The Under 13 Boys B Division saw North Village Rams make a significant impact. Chaz Edmead was named MVP, and Tarik Smith was recognised as Coach of the Year. The Best Goalkeeper award went to Samuel Valles of X-Roads, while the Best Defender honours were shared between Jahkari Burgess-Samuels of North Village Rams and Caden Burgess of Vasco. Remi Furbert of X-Roads claimed the Top Goal Scorer award.
FC Bascome Blue's Barritt Scoops Under 13 Boys A Division MVP
In the Under 13 Boys A Division, Adam Barritt of FC Bascome Blue was named MVP, while his teammate De'Ari Trott was recognized as Best Defender. The Best Goalkeeper award went to Henrik McInotsh of Somerset Trojans. The Top Goal Scorer award was shared by three players: Krayvon Bean-Burchall of Somerset Trojans, Ja'Zhari Ingham of Warwick Football Academy, and Adaj O'Brien of FC Bascome Gold. Robert Bean of PHC Zebras was named Coach of the Year for this division.
Somerset Trojans' Lightbourne Furbert Dominates Under 15’s
Zydon Lightbourne Furbert of Somerset Trojans was the standout performer in the Under 15 Division, scooping both the MVP and Top Goal Scorer awards. Curtis Jackson of Warwick Football Academy was named Best Goalkeeper, while Grant Reese of FC Bascome was recognized as Best Defender. Danvers Seymour Jr. of Somerset Trojans was named Coach of the Year.
FC Bascome's Sharrieff Leads the Way in Under 18’s
The Under 18 Division saw Khari Sharrieff of FC Bascome named MVP and also share the Top Goal Scorer award with his teammate Mosiais Mills. Jayden Symonds of PHC Zebras was recognized as the Best Goalkeeper, while Alexander Rymon-Lipinski of Warwick Football Academy took home the Best Defender award. Mark Mills of FC Bascome was named Coach of the Year for this age group.
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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
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Grant & Gillingham U18s Finish League Season on a High
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 Nayan Grant and his Gillingham Under 18 teammates concluded their league campaign on a positive note with a hard-fought 2-1 victory away against Forest Green Rovers in Gloucester.
The Gillingham youngsters travelled to face Rovers in their final fixture of the season, looking to end on a high. They delivered a strong first-half performance, managing to find the back of the net twice to establish a crucial lead.
While the details of the goals remain undisclosed, the two first-half strikes provided a solid foundation for Grant and his teammates. Forest Green Rovers managed to pull one goal back at some point in the match, ensuring a tense and competitive encounter.
However, Gillingham Under 18s displayed resilience and determination to hold onto their slender lead throughout the remainder of the game. Their defensive efforts proved crucial in seeing out the match and securing all three points on the road.
This victory will undoubtedly provide a welcome boost for Nayan Grant and his Gillingham Under 18 teammates as they conclude their league season. Finishing with a win away from home is a positive sign for the young squad as they look ahead to future challenges and development.
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Friday, May 02, 2025
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Jiménez & Hibs U18s Cruise to Another Queen's Park Victory
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Logan Jiménez and his Hibernian FC Under-18 teammates continued their impressive form with another emphatic victory, this time dispatching Queen’s Park Under 18's 5-1 at the Lochinch Sports Pavilion in the CAS Elite Youth League.
This latest win further solidifies Jiménez and his teammates' hold on the top spot of the CAS Elite Under-18 League, a position they maintained following a hard-fought draw against second-placed Rangers last week.
Hibernian's dominance over Queen’s Park this season is undeniable. They remain unbeaten in their four league encounters, having previously recorded a 2-0 win and a 2-2 draw during the regular season. This was followed by a resounding 7-0 thrashing in their Top Six clash back in March, and today's comfortable 5-1 triumph underlines their superiority in this particular fixture.
The young Hibs side will be looking to carry this momentum forward as the CAS Elite Youth League season progresses.
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Tuesday, April 29, 2025
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Grant & Gills U18’s Slip to Narrow Bromley Defeat
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Gillingham's Under-18s were edged out 2-1 by their Bromley counterparts in a closely fought encounter at the Mems Priestfield Stadium. Despite a late push that saw Nayan Grant enter the fray, the young Gills were unable to overturn the deficit.
The match saw both sides create opportunities throughout, but it was Bromley who proved more clinical in front of goal. They established a 2-1 lead by the time Grant was introduced in the 73rd minute, replacing Michael Luxton.
Grant's arrival injected fresh legs into the Gillingham attack as they sought an equaliser in the final stages. However, despite their efforts and the chances created by both teams, neither side could find the back of the net again.
Ultimately, Bromley held on to secure the victory, leaving the Gillingham youngsters disappointed but with valuable lessons learned from a tight and competitive fixture on home turf.
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Saturday, April 26, 2025
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FC Bascome Draw with Sueno FC to Conclude Group Stage
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FC Bascome's Under 14 Premier Division team concluded their group stage campaign at the prestigious USL Pathway Classic in Tampa, Florida, with a 1-1 draw against Sueno FC.
The USL Pathway Classic, which now features both US Youth Soccer teams and traditional USL academy sides, continues to offer a valuable competitive environment for young players.
Conor O’Sullivan netted the only goal for FC Bascome in the match, marking his second strike of the tournament. The draw sees FC Bascome finish the group stage with a balanced record of one win, one draw, and one defeat. Over their three matches, the team found the net four times while conceding just two goals, demonstrating a solid defensive foundation throughout the initial phase of the competition.
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