Bermuda Duo Clinch Thrilling Five-Set Wins in Championships
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The evening session on Day Two of the Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) Senior Championships in Guyana proved a demanding but ultimately successful affair for Bermuda's top men, with both Taylor Carrick and Micah Franklin securing dramatic five-set victories to advance in the Individual Main Draw.
Taylor Carrick delivered the upset of the evening session, defeating the number two seed, Julian Jervis of the British Virgin Islands, in an intense 52-minute marathon.
Carrick showcased immense composure, twice coming from behind after Jervis had taken the lead in sets. The final score was 3-2 in favour of Carrick: 4-11, 11-5, 5-11, 11-9, 11-3. The victory over the higher-ranked opponent is a significant boost for the Bermudian contingent and secures Carrick's spot in the next round.
Not to be outdone, Micah Franklin was involved in an even longer and more gripping contest, battling through a grueling 55-minute match against Darien Benn.
Franklin traded sets with Benn throughout the contest, but in the decisive fifth set, he held his nerve to claim the victory 3-2. The scores highlight the razor-thin margins of the match: 9-11, 11-9, 11-4, 9-11, 13-11. Franklin's determination in the final moments of the fifth set ensures he also advances in the Men's Individual Main Draw.
Both wins underscore the fighting spirit and resilience of the Bermuda team as they compete against the region's best players in Georgetown.
In the Men's Individual Main Draw earlier in the day, Taylor Carrick secured a hard-fought victory over Alex Stewart of Barbados in a 40-minute battle. After dropping the first set, Carrick rallied to win 3-1 with scores of 5-11, 11-2, 11-8, 11-4.
Micah Franklin also advanced with a straight-sets win, defeating Guyana’s Samuel Ince-Carvalhal 3-0 in 36 minutes (11-7, 11-4, 11-7).
However, the local Guyanese players proved strong opponents. Club Champion Anaya Smith was defeated 3-0 by Daniel Ince (11-6, 11-2, 11-4) in a 26-minute match. Similarly, Noah Browne went down 3-0 to Guyana’s Jason-Ray Khalil (11-9, 11-3, 11-5) in 32 minutes.
In the Men's Individual Bracket 2 Division, D'vario Thompson bounced back from his opening day loss to secure a convincing 3-0 victory over Ethan Bulkan, also of Guyana, winning 11-9, 11-4, 11-7 in 24 minutes.
The Women's Individual draw saw Abigail Brewer face a major test against the number one seed, Megan Best, ultimately losing 3-0 with scores of 11-2, 11-0, 11-3.
In the Women's Individuals Bracket 2 Division, Alex Furtado had a busy day. She began strongly, defeating Andrea Tapiz in straight games 3-0 (11-2, 11-1, 11-4). However, Furtado then fell in her next match, going down 3-1 to Lara Conolly from the Cayman Islands (6-11, 13-11, 11-5, 11-7).
Bermuda will continue to compete in the various draws as the CASA Senior Championships progress.
Sunday, November 23, 2025
Bermuda Makes Strong Start at CASA Senior Championships
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The Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) Senior Championships got underway in Guyana, with the Bermuda contingent securing multiple victories in the Men's and Women's Individual action on the opening day.
The Bermudian men demonstrated strong early form, with three players securing straight-sets victories.
Fresh off his recent Club Championship win, Anaya Smith carried his momentum onto the international stage, cruising past Ross D'Juran with a commanding 3-0 win (11-2, 11-8, 11-2).
Veteran player Micah Franklin also started his tournament with a decisive victory, defeating Daniel Henderson 3-0 (11-7, 11-3, 11-4).
Further ensuring Bermuda's dominance, Taylor Carrick delivered an equally comprehensive 3-0 win against Brandon de Montrichard of Trinidad, securing the victory with scores of 11-3, 11-2, 11-1.
The Bermuda men continued their positive momentum as Noah Browne overcame Zaki Williams in a tight four-set battle, winning 3-1 (11-9, 6-11, 11-9, 13-11). The only setback in the men's draw saw D'vario Thompson go down 3-0 to Darien Benn (11-4, 11-5, 11-2).
In the Women's Individual draw, Abigail Brewer secured a hard-fought opening victory, defeating Lara Conolly from the British Virgin Islands 3-1. Brewer showed resilience after dropping the second set, winning with scores of 11-7, 8-11, 11-7, 11-4.
However, Alex Furtado faced a tough challenge in her opener, going down 3-0 to Jade Pitcarin, also from the British Virgin Islands (11-2, 11-4, 11-8).
The strong showing on the opening day provides an excellent foundation for the Bermuda team as the individual championships progress.
Friday, November 21, 2025
Smith and Barnes Crowned Club Champions
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The Bermuda Squash Association Club Championships for 2025 concluded with a dramatic night of finals at the Devonshire club, as both the Men's and Women's Open titles were claimed by the number two seeds in thrilling fashion.
The Men’s Open final delivered a classic five-setter, ultimately seeing the number one seed, Noah Browne, fall to the exceptional resilience of the number two seed, Anaya Smith.
Smith claimed his maiden Club Championship title by coming back from two sets down in a grueling 45-minute battle. The final scoreline was 9-11, 6-11, 12-10, 13-11, 11-8, highlighting the narrow margins in the decisive later sets.
Speaking after the momentous win, Smith admitted the physical and mental toll of the match: "Honestly, I'm just really happy. Like, I'm tired. I had to focus and dig deep mentally because I wanted to win this championship, so I'm just happy I was able to pull through and just bring my best".
He acknowledged the support from the crowd, adding, "Having everyone cheering for me was really great, and I'm just really happy. I obviously worked really hard, and it just paid off".
In the Women’s Open division, the final was decided in straight sets, but still saw an upset as the number two seed, Rachel Barnes, swept aside the top seed, Eilidh Franklin.
Barnes controlled the match from the outset, taking just 30 minutes to secure the title with a dominant 3-0 victory. The score was 11-8, 11-9, 11-5.
Following her win, Barnes thanked the community for the championship's success: "I just thank you to everyone that made this tournament what it was. Everyone logistically, the organizers, the club, coaches, members, it's my favourite tournament of the year, so thank you".
She also highlighted the strong competitive spirit in the women's game: "I really feel like there's five or six or seven people that could have won this tournament, and I'm pumped, but honestly, I have so much respect and so much pride for everyone that played so well".
The night cemented the triumphs of both number two seeds, Barnes and Smith, who were ultimately crowned the 2025 Club Champions.
The Bermuda Squash Association Club 2025 Championships reached a thrilling semi-final night at the Devonshire club, with the top seeds in the Men's and Women's Open divisions securing their spots in the final, though not without stern tests.
The Men's Open final will feature the top two seeds after both navigated their semi-final fixtures.
Number one seed Noah Browne was clinical in his approach, defeating D'vario Thompson 3-0 in just 21 minutes. Browne won in straight games with scores of 11-4, 11-6, and 11-9, showcasing his class and efficiency.
In the other semi-final, number two seed Anaya Smith had to fight back from a deficit to secure his place. Smith recovered after dropping the first set to defeat Kristian Muldoon 3-1 in a 26-minute battle. The final scores were 6-11, 11-6, 12-10, 11-2.
The Women's Open final will also pit the top two seeds against each other after a night of high-quality squash.
Number one seed Eilidh Franklin was swift and decisive, defeating Susie Howells in straight games (11-8, 11-6, 11-2) in a quick 17-minute contest.
The second semi-final was a more prolonged affair, with number two seed Rachel Barnes taking 32 minutes to overcome Abigail Brewer. Barnes secured the win 3-1, with scores of 11-8, 11-7, 8-11, 11-6.
The Men's B Semi-Finals were equally efficient. Both matches lasted exactly 22 minutes and both ended in straight-game victories.
Number one seed Owen Rosorea defeated Mason Smith 3-0, with a scoreline of 11-8, 11-9, 11-9. In the second B Semi-Final, number two seed Arun Kikkeri defeated Michael Schrah 11-6, 11-8, 11-8.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Five-Game Thrills Define Drama at Squash Championships
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The Bermuda Squash Association Club 2025 Championships continued to provide high drama at the Devonshire club, with an astonishing six matches going the full five-game distance, highlighting the fierce competitiveness across the divisions.
The Men's B Division was particularly gripping, featuring two marathon contests. Tony Muldoon ultimately secured victory over Rocco Adderley in a back-and-forth encounter that saw two tense tie-breaks, with Muldoon prevailing 11-8, 11-3, 6-11, 14-16, 11-6. In the division's other five-game battle, Benjamin Sherratt edged out Shane White 11-3, 11-6, 9-11, 10-12, 11-7, after White fought back from two games down to force the decider.
In the Women's B Division, Kira Johnson maintained her composure to win a tense five-game affair against Asa Zuill, finishing 5-11, 11-9, 11-2, 3-11, 11-2.
The Men's Open Division match between Charles Riker and Benjamin Bramlett was heading for a climactic finish before injury intervened. The score was tied at two games apiece, and the fifth game was locked at 2-2 when Bramlett was forced to retire, handing the win to Riker.
The future of the sport also impressed, as the Junior Division supplied two more five-game thrillers. Roman Shaw defeated Zack McClure, and Rian Moloney overcame Theo Usher-Jones in demanding contests, both demonstrating the grit and stamina required to go the distance.
Men's Open
08 06 11 13 02 Charles Riker defeated 11 11 09 11 02 Benjamin Bramlett - Retired injured
