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Thursday, January 23, 2025
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Hall Double Fires Hull City U21s to Victory
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 Sincere Hall scored twice as Hull City Under-21s came from behind to secure a 3-1 victory over Fleetwood Town's Development Squad in the Professional Development League.
Despite conceding an early goal to Mikey Lane, Hull City turned the tide with a dominant first-half display, with Hall playing a starring role.
Fleetwood started brightly and took the lead in the 10th minute through Lane, who finished off a well-worked move involving Dannen Francis.
However, Hull City responded swiftly, equalizing through Lucas Dawson before Hall struck to give the visitors the lead heading into the break.
In the second half, Fleetwood worked hard to create chances, but Hull City's defense held firm. Hall then sealed the victory with his second goal of the afternoon, securing all three points for the visitors.
This impressive performance from Hall highlights his growing influence in the Hull City U21s side. His clinical finishing and ability to impact the game proved crucial in securing the comeback victory. This win will boost Hull City's confidence as they continue their campaign in the Professional Development League.
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025
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Bermuda Aiming for U17 Women's World Cup Qualification
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 Bermuda Took on Montverde IslandStats.com
The team, led by Head Coach Gary Adams, is focused on fine-tuning their skills and tactics ahead of the crucial qualifying tournament.
The Bermuda Under 17 Women’s National team played their first practice match taking on Montverde International Futbol Club.
Round One of the qualifiers will take place from January 27th to February 1st. The 22 member associations ranked fifth and below will be divided into six groups, with the six group winners and the two best second-place finishers advancing to the Final Round.
Bermuda has been drawn into Group A alongside host Puerto Rico, Cayman Islands, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. They will be aiming to secure one of the top two spots in the group to progress to the next stage.
The Final Round will be held from March 31st to April 6th, where the teams advancing from Round One will join the four top-ranked teams: the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Haiti. The winner of the Final Round will be crowned the U-17 Concacaf Women's champion and earn a coveted spot at the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.
The Bermuda team is eager to make their mark on the Concacaf stage and secure a place at the World Cup. Their training camp in Miami will provide them with valuable experience and an opportunity to assess their strengths and weaknesses ahead of the qualifiers. With their determination and talent, the team is confident of achieving their goals and representing Bermuda with pride.
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Saturday, January 18, 2025
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West Dominates School All-Star Football Classic
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The West emerged victorious in four out of five matches at the annual Bermuda School Sports Federation's East-West School All-Star Football Classic held at PHC Stadium.
The event showcased the island's top young footballing talent,
Primary School Girls
The West claimed a 2-1 victory in the Primary School Girls game, with two second-half goals proving decisive. Day Dill of Northlands Primary gave the East an early lead in the 5th minute, but West End Primary's Zaya Cann-Berkeley levelled the score with a long-range effort in the 33rd minute. Warwick Academy's Lee Terceira secured the win for the West five minutes later with a well-placed free-kick. Cann-Berkeley was named MVP for the West, while St. George's Prep's Kierra Broadley-Samuels earned the East MVP award.
Primary School Boys
A seven-goal thriller saw the West emerge as 4-3 victors in the Primary School Boys match. The first half witnessed a flurry of goals, with Purvis Primary's Kimori Azzario-Woods and St. George's Prep's Jahni Burch exchanging goals with Somersfield Academy's Jeremy Ngarurya. Azzario-Woods then restored the West's lead before the break. In the second half, Koah Stovell (Gilbert Institute) and Cove Bailey (West End Primary) scored in quick succession to seal the win for the West, despite a late consolation goal from Northlands Primary's Kimmij Butterfield. Ngarurya and Azzario-Woods were named MVPs for their respective teams.
Middle School Girls
The West continued their dominance with a 4-1 win in the Middle School Girls match. Warwick Academy's Riley Khan opened the scoring with a powerful strike before setting up teammate Anabelle Shah for the second goal. Somersfield Academy's Mia Daponte pulled one back for the East with a curling corner kick, but second-half goals from Devi Samuels and Shah secured the victory for the West. Khan was named West MVP, while BHS midfielder Avery Taylor claimed the East MVP award.
Middle School Boys
The West maintained their winning streak with a 2-0 victory in the Middle School Boys game. Sandys Secondary Middle School's Russon Bailey scored in the opening minute, capitalizing on a goalmouth scramble. Bermuda Institute defender Steven Astwood doubled the lead with a thunderous free-kick. Saltus Grammar School's Adam Barritt and Warwick Academy's Ja'Zhari Ingham were named MVPs for their respective teams.
Senior School Boys
The East finally tasted victory in the Senior School Boys match, securing a 2-0 win. CedarBridge Academy's Amir Brangman opened the scoring with a low drive from distance, and Saltus Grammar School's Malik Paynter doubled the lead after a superb pass from teammate Kydan Browne. Mount Saint Agnes' Olek Rymon Lipinski and CedarBridge Academy's Xave Smith were named MVPs for their respective teams.
The East-West School All-Star Football Classic once again provided a platform for Bermuda's young footballers to showcase their talent and passion for the game. The West's dominance across the age groups highlights the strength and depth of footballing talent in the western parishes, while the East's victory in the Senior School Boys match offers a glimpse of their potential for future success.
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Friday, January 17, 2025
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Senior School All-Star Football Classic Promises Fierce Rivalry
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The annual East-West Senior School All-Star Football Classic takes center stage at PHC Stadium, with the East seeking revenge for last year's 3-0 defeat.
This highly anticipated clash showcases the best young footballing talent from across the island, with players eager to represent their regions and showcase their skills.
The East team boasts a strong defensive line, anchored by Somersfield Academy duo Matthew Troake (Vasco) and Grant Reece (FC Bascome), alongside Saltus contingent Kydan Browne (Wolves), Isai Gibbons and Zachary McGuire (St. George's), and recent Under-16 knockout cup winners Curtis Jackson and Malik Paynter. CedarBridge Academy, fresh off their Over-16 knockout cup triumph, contributes nine players to the squad. PHC goalkeeper Jahneel Maria will be tasked with keeping the West attack at bay.
The East's attacking threat comes from Somerset Trojans' Kameron McNeil, Robin Hood's Jahzion Taylor, and PHC's Xave Smith, with Dandy Town's Dakayo Leverock and Naz Daley, along with North Village's Amir Brangman-Johnson, providing creativity in midfield. Trojans' Dejon Bean and PHC Zebra Dakari Smith-Davis will anchor the defense.
The reigning champions from the West will field a squad with a strong Berkeley Institute presence, including nine players from the school. PHC goalkeeper Jayden Symons will face off against club teammate Maria in a unique battle between the sticks. Wolves midfielder Khari Sharrieff will also face a familiar foe in club teammate Browne.
The West defense will be marshalled by BFA Under-18 league defender of the year Jayden Belboda-Raveneau (PHC), along with club teammate Jayce Fough and Somerset Trojan pair Patrick Dill and Michari Tear-Deleon. Robin Hood's Zias Smith will lead the line for the West, while MSA's Olek Rymon Lipinski anchors the defense alongside club and school teammate Sami Carolo in midfield.
This clash of talented youngsters promises an enthralling contest, with both teams eager to claim victory and bragging rights in this prestigious all-star showdown.
SENIOR SCHOOL BOYS EAST
Jahneel Maria, Dejon Bean,. Jahzion Taylor, Dakari Smith Davis, Amir Brangman-Johnson, Naz Daley, Kameron McNeil, Xave Smith, Dakayo Leverock (CedarBridge Academy) Matthew Troake, Grant Reese (Somersfield Academy) Malik Paynter, Isai Gibbons, Kydan Browne, Curtis Jackson, Zachary McGuire (Saltus Grammar School) – coach Dennis Eve
SENIOR SCHOOL BOYS WEST
Alexander Smith, Nate Snelling, Jayden Smith, Will Spriggs, Jai Warner (Warwick Academy) Olek Rymon Lipinski, Jordan Tavares, Sami Carolo (Mount Saint Agnes Academy) Ishmael Naylor (the Bermuda Institute) Zias Smith, Jayden Symons, Jaden Belboda-Raveneau, Tokia Bean, Ravi Simmons, Khari Sharrieff, Michari Tear-Deleon, Patrick Dill, Jayce Fough - The Berkeley Institute
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Thursday, January 16, 2025
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East-West Middle School All-Star Football Classics Set
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The PHC Stadium will be buzzing with excitement as the East-West Middle School All-Star Football Classic kicks off, promising a showcase of young footballing talent.
The Middle School Girls match, starting at 2:00 pm, is expected to be a closely contested affair. Last year's game was decided by a single goal, and this year's edition promises similar intensity.
The East team boasts a strong defensive line featuring BHS trio Stella Simpson, Sophie Tindall, and Marli Robinson, alongside Chatmore Academy's Suri Ruddock and The Whitney Institute's Melah Rutherford. KO Cup MVP Avery Taylor (BHS) and Somersfield Academy's Mia Daponte will control the midfield, while MSA's Phoenix Williams leads the attack.
The West team will be spearheaded by KO Cup winner and MVP Riley Khan, with Saltus pair Shannon Fisher and Leydi Raynor providing support in midfield. Warwick Academy's De'ari Trott and the Bermuda Institute's Steven Astwood will anchor the defence, while the attacking threat comes from Ja'Zhari Ingham (Warwick Academy) and Micha Lewis (Dellwood Middle School).
The Middle School Boys game kicks off at 3:30 pm, with Saltus players making their presence felt for the East team. Adam Barritt will be a key figure in defence, while Xonti Burch controls the midfield, aiming to supply KO Cup hattrick hero and MVP Chaz Edmead.
The West team boasts a formidable goalkeeper in Warwick Academy's Xavier Thomas-Bassett, who was named goalkeeper of the tournament at the CFU Championships. Russon Bailey (Sandys) and Cillian McGlynn will provide midfield strength, while the attacking duo of Ja'Zhari Ingham (Warwick Academy) and Micha Lewis (Dellwood Middle School) will be looking to find the back of the net.
With talented players on both sides, the East-West Middle School All-Star Football Classic promises an afternoon of thrilling and competitive football.
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS EAST
Melah Ruthersford, Yendi Smith, Maliah Steede, Kanae Dill, Gianni Burrows (The Whitney Institute Middle School) Avery Taylor, Stella Simpson, Marli Robinson, Sophie Tindall Xoa Coddington Erica Singleton (Bermuda High School) Phoenix Williams, Kyra Simmons (Mount Saint Agnes Academy) Mia Daponte (Somersfield Academy) Kse Jennings (Dellwood Middle School) Suri Ruddock (Chatmore Academy) Coach – Naquita Robinson
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS WEST
Devi Samuels, Riley Khan, Mira Lohan, Annabelle Shah, Brielle Faries,Nadia Medeiros, Filipa Duarte, Leyana Williams (Warwick Academy) Brinkley Mello, Kiara Deane, Shannon Fischer, Leydi Raynor, Ki’Ana Simmons (Saltus Grammar School) Sydney Denkins, Priya Dill (Sandys Secondary Middle School) Coach Alan Walters
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS EAST
Maze Leverock, Remi Furbert, Samuel Valles Ochoa, Yasin Smith, Ryan Place Gill (the Whitney Institute Middle School) Dunstan De Sa, Caleb Booth (Mount Saint Agnes Academy) Darshan Dhesi, Adam Barritt, Ta’han Eve, Xonti Burch, Chaz Edmead (Saltus Grammar School) Jack Bull, Cairo Burgess, Austin Murphy, Jarred Jones (Somersfield Academy) Coaches – Juma Mouchette, John Barry Nusum
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS WEST
Ryley Martin, Krayvon Bean, Russon Bailey, T’nuri Virgil-Darrell, Jaz Mental, Chanz Martin, (Sandys Secondary Middle School) Jerzii Hayward-Rawlins, SahQure Warner, Micha Lewis (Dellwood Middle School)Amori Simons, Julian Caisey, Steven Astwood , Cal-el Smith (Bermuda Institute) Dave Mugo, Cillian McGlynn Jah’Zari Ingham, De’ari Trott, Xavier Thomas-Bassett (Warwick Academy) Coach – Jensen Rogers
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