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Sunday, September 14, 2025
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Dandy Town and North Village Secure Dudley Eve Victories
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The Dudley Eve Trophy Group A provided a double-header of close-fought action at the Devonshire Recreation Club, with Dandy Town Hornets and North Village Rams both clinching victories.
Dandy Town Hornets 2 Paget Lions 1
In the opening match, the Dandy Town Hornets held on to defeat Paget Lions 2-1. Dandy Town took control early, with goals from Yeferson Ramirez in the 14th minute and Quadir Maynard in the 37th giving them a comfortable 2-0 lead at halftime.
The Hornets thought they had a third, but it was ruled offside, a decision that proved crucial as the Paget Lions found a late spark. Michael Tyler Emery pulled a goal back for the Lions in the 83rd minute, but they couldn't find an equaliser, and Dandy Town held on for their second win in the group.
Boulevard Blazers 1 North Village Rams 2
In the nightcap, North Village Rams came from behind to edge Boulevard Blazers with a 2-1 victory. Boulevard took the lead in the 34th minute through Ernest Trott, but their advantage was short-lived. Just three minutes later, Jordan Outerbridge equalised for the North Village Rams, and the teams went into the break level at 1-1.
With the game seemingly headed for a draw, Torque Outerbridge had the final say, scoring what proved to be the winning goal for the North Village Rams to secure a hard-fought win.
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Sunday, September 14, 2025
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Football Round-up from the US to the UK
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A crucial win for Khano Smith's Rhode Island FC and positive results for Bermudian women's players in the UK have been overshadowed by a serious medical incident in the NWSL.
Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo was stretchered off the field after collapsing during the first half of her side's match against Mia Fishel's Seattle Reign. DeMelo, who was reported to be "stable and alert" after being transported to a local hospital, had sat down on the pitch before appearing unresponsive. The match was subsequently abandoned with the score at 0-0 and will be replayed at a later date.
In the USL Championship, head coach Smith's Rhode Island FC secured a vital 1-0 victory over Indy Eleven. The win, courtesy of a second-half own goal, extended the team's impressive home form, with six clean sheets in their last seven games at Centreville Bank Stadium. The result moves RIFC back above the playoff line in the Eastern Conference with just six regular-season games remaining.
In England, goalkeeping coach Dashun Cooper's QPR Women’s team registered a 2-0 FA Women's National League win over Chesham United. Kenni Thompson's Bournemouth Women's team continued their unbeaten start to the season with a 3-0 victory over Gwalia United. Thompson was a key figure, with her free-kick leading to the opening goal and a later shot hitting the post.
Young Bermudian striker Jahni Simmons made a winning debut for Coventry Sphinx Ladies, coming off the bench in their 3-2 victory against Hednesford United Women in the West Midlands Regional League Premier Division.
Elsewhere, a late penalty saw Camryn Lines' Bridgwater United Women held to a 1-1 draw with Maidenhead Utd. Keunna Dill and her FC United of Manchester Women teammates went down 3-0 to AFC Fylde in the North West Women’s Regional League, while Jasmine Spence was on the scoresheet once again, netting a goal in Newport Pagnell Town Women's dominant 8-0 home win against Netherton United.
In the NWSL, Leilanni Nesbeth was an unused substitute as her Chicago Stars teammates drew 1-1 with Portland Thorns.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025
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Wells Scores as Bermuda's UK Contingent Has a Mixed Day
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Bermudian players had a busy day across the UK, with goals, cup drama, and hard-fought draws. The headlines belong to striker Nahki Wells, who netted his first goal for Luton Town.
In a thrilling match celebrating 120 years of Kenilworth Road, Wells came off the bench at halftime against Plymouth with the score at 2–2. Just four minutes later, he confidently stepped up to the spot and drilled a penalty hard and low into the bottom corner. Despite his heroics, Luton Town ultimately fell 3–2.
It was a productive day for Keziah Martin and Deniche Hill, who both came on as substitutes to help Buxton FC secure a comfortable 3–0 win over Redditch United in the FA Cup 2nd Qualifying Round. The victory sees them advance to the next round.
Elsewhere in the FA Cup, Willie Clemons was on the scoresheet for Leiston FC. He sealed a dominant 4–1 win over Hackney Wick, turning in a cross in first-half stoppage time to make it 4–0. His side also progresses to the next round.
Meanwhile, Milan Butterfield and Halesowen Town will have to do it all over again after a 1–1 draw against Grimsby Borough. They'll face off in a replay on Tuesday night. Justin Donawa and his Brackley Town teammates also ended their FA Cup clash with a stalemate, drawing 0–0 with Hartlepool United.
Nathan Trott continued his undefeated start with Cardiff City, earning a hard-fought 1–1 draw on the road against Stockport. The result extends their unbeaten run and keeps them in good form.
In the Northern Premier League, Harry Twite and his Loughborough University FC teammates battled to a 2–2 draw with Rugby Town at Loughborough University Stadium, with the points shared.
Several other Bermudian players were on the bench this weekend. Ne-Jai Tucker was an unused substitute for Southport United in their 1–1 FA Cup draw against Radcliffe, with a replay scheduled for Tuesday. Kane Crichlow watched from the sidelines as Sutton United went down 3–2 to Tamworth. Finally, Jutorre Burgess and Reggie Lambe were both unused substitutes as their teams, Harborough Town FC and Needham Market respectively, advanced in the FA Cup with 3–2 and 4–2 wins.
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Friday, September 12, 2025
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Coventry Sphinx Ladies sign Bermuda international Simmons
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 Coventry Sphinx Ladies FC have announced the signing of Bermuda Women’s National Team forward Jahni Simmons, who joins the club for the upcoming season.
The club described Simmons as a "fierce player looking to make her mark in the women’s game" and expressed excitement about her potential contributions to the team.
The move sees Simmons take the next step in her career, having previously attracted attention from Women's Super League and Championship sides while playing with the Future Pro academy in Coventry.
Simmons, a regular for the Bermudian national side, will now look to bring her attacking talent and experience to the club as they compete in the West Midlands Regional Women's Football League.
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Friday, September 12, 2025
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Dudley Eve matches rescheduled after Double Postponement
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The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) has confirmed a number of changes to the Dudley Eve Trophy schedule, with multiple fixtures being postponed and rescheduled for the weekend.
Tonight's scheduled Group A double-header at the Devonshire Recreation Club has been called off due to adverse weather conditions. The matches featuring Dandy Town Hornets against Paget Lions and Boulevard Blazers versus North Village Rams will now be played on Sunday, September 14th, at the same venue. The first match will kick off at 6 pm, followed by the second at 8 pm.
Furthermore, the BFA moved the matches originally scheduled for Saturday, September 13th. These Group B and C fixtures have been pushed back by three days and will now take place on Tuesday, September 16th, at the Devonshire Recreation Club.
The new schedule for Tuesday sees X-Roads take on Devonshire Colts at 7 pm, followed by Young Men’s Social Club against the PHC Zebras at 9 pm.
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