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Thursday, August 13, 2026
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Athene Youth Kickstart Cup
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Teams can now register for the Athene Youth Kickstart Cup, which will take place Oct. 9-11 at the National Sports Centre.
The Athene Youth Kickstart Cup is a preseason 7-on-7 tournament open to boys’ and girls’ teams in the U7, U9 and U11 divisions.
“More than 1,000 young athletes took part in the inaugural Athene Youth Kickstart Cup in 2025,” said Natasha Scotland Courcy, CEO and General Counsel of Athene Life Re. “We look forward to welcoming teams back for another exciting weekend of youth football.”
The tournament will include a gombey performance, parade of teams, giveaways for the players, food vendors and a children’s activity area for families to attend the event.
Registration is free and closes Wednesday, Sept. 16. To register a team or learn more about the Athene Youth Kickstart Cup, visit https://tournifyapp.com/live/athenekickstartcup
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Thursday, August 13, 2026
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Future Pro Sign Bermudian Prospect Christian Smith
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Future Pro have announced the signing of Bermudian talent Christian Smith, adding the promising young player to their development programme.
Smith is a familiar face to the setup, having previously featured for Future Pro as a guest player during their successful Bermuda Triangle Cup campaign. His consistently strong performances throughout that tournament clearly left a lasting impression on the coaching staff.
"A Delighted Addition"
By formalising his inclusion in the squad, Future Pro have secured a player whose technical capability and composure on the ball shone bright during international competition.
"Future Pro are delighted to welcome Christian Smith, joining from Bermuda," the organisation stated in an official release. "Smith previously represented Future Pro during our Bermuda Triangle Cup campaign, putting in a strong series of performances throughout the tournament."
The focus now shifts to long-term growth, with the academy backing the Bermudian to take the next step in his career within their setup.
"We’re delighted to now welcome Christian Smith to the programme and look forward to supporting his continued development and progression."
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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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Donawa Screamer Caps 9-Goal Thriller as UNC Edge Past Liberty
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Bermudian forward Jace Donawa proved to be the match-winner as the University of North Carolina men’s soccer team kickstarted their pre-season campaign with a thrilling 5-4 exhibition victory over Liberty at Dorrance Field.
In an end-to-end, high-scoring contest at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium, the Tar Heels showed plenty of attacking sharpness to edge past a resolute Liberty side.
UNC established their dominance through open-play strikes from Ryan Zellefrow, Bertil Rygaard Hansen, and Jonathan Luna Sabando, alongside a calmly converted penalty.
However, it was Donawa who provided the defining moment of the match in the 75th minute. With the tie finely balanced, the Bermudian unleashed a thunderous, long-range screamer that proved too hot for the Liberty goalkeeper to handle, deflecting off the keeper's hands and nestling into the back of the net to make it 5-3.
That moment of brilliance proved decisive, as Liberty struck late to reduce the deficit, but UNC held firm to secure the victory in their season opener.
The result gives North Carolina an encouraging foundation to build upon as their pre-season preparations gather pace, with Donawa making an immediate statement ahead of the competitive campaign.
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Woodstock Academy Bolsters Roster with Bermudian Trio
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Woodstock Academy Prep Soccer has made a major statement of intent for the upcoming season, securing the signatures of three rising Bermudian talents: Cairo Burgess, Xonti Burch, and Issac Todd.
The US-based prep school program officially confirmed the triple arrival, expressing supreme delight at adding the trio to their squad as they look to build a dominant competitive setup.
In Burgess, Woodstock Academy gains a versatile prospect with excellent technical foundations, while Burch arrives with a reputation for sharp attacking instincts and composure under pressure. The arrival of Todd further bolsters the squad’s core, adding energy and defensive discipline to the prep team's ranks.
The moves mark another significant step forward for the development of Bermudian football, with all three players set to benefit from Woodstock Academy's high-performance environment, elite coaching staff, and rigorous athletic pathway.
With the three additions now locked in, Woodstock Academy will look to integrate their new Bermudian contingent seamlessly into the squad as preparations gather speed for the new campaign.
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Future Pro Secure Prize-Winning Goalkeeper Rattery
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Future Pro have completed the signing of goalkeeper Quincy Rattery, adding one of the region’s most promising young shot-stoppers to their ranks.
Rattery joins the organization fresh off an outstanding campaign at the Bermuda Triangle Cup, where he featured prominently for Dandy Town Hornets. His stellar performances between the posts earned him the coveted Goalkeeper of the Tournament award, anchoring his side with a series of commanding displays.
The academy expressed their delight at securing Rattery’s signature as he takes the next major step in his career. In an official statement, Future Pro confirmed their commitment to nurturing the keeper’s ongoing growth, outlining plans to support his technical development and athletic progression throughout his journey with the setup.
The move marks a significant coup for Future Pro as they continue to attract top-tier defensive talent, while Rattery will look to build on his award-winning momentum in new surroundings.
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