The Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon returned triumphantly for its eleventh edition on Sunday, February 25th 2024 at Jaws Beach. Athletes braved challenging windy conditions and choppy waters, showcasing their resilience and determination in support of Baark!'svital spay, neuter and education efforts for animal welfare in The Bahamas.

Race Director Lori Roach commented, "Despite the tough conditions, this year's PoweradePotcakeman Triathlon was a resounding success, showcasing the unwavering dedicationof our athletes and supporters."

In the men's division a thrilling battle unfolded between Launy Duncombe and MalcolmMenzies, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until the very end. Duncombe justclinched victory with a time of 1:01:36, closely followed by Menzies in second place witha time of 1:01:40, while Jorge Marcos secured third place with a time of 1:08:43.

In the women's category, Kami Roach dominated the competition for the secondconsecutive year, completing the race in 1:23:14, followed by Barbara Kiraly finishing at1:25:24 in second place, and Laura Morley securing an impressive third place with a timeof 1:25:51 in her first triathlon !

The oldest participant Richard Ballance, 66 years young, showcased the timeless spirit ofathleticism.

Full race results can be found here: https://www.raceprompt.com/wpcontent/uploads/2015/01/POWERADEPotcakemanTriathlon2024.pdf

The relay event saw Team Trivincible triumphing in the all-female category, while Too Koolto Tri emerged victorious in the mixed team division, and Eastside Eagles claiming topspot in the all-male category. They featured Justin Higgs representing BahamasWholesale Agency and their longstanding support for the event who expressed hisenthusiasm, labeling the event as his favourite and best triathlon in The Bahamas ! BWAalso very generously donated all proceeds from bar sales to the fundraising total.

Adult finishers were treated to a burger or hot dog from the renowned Rotary Burger Van,accompanied by a White Claw hard seltzer. Children received a delicious Dunkin’ donut.The FYP Junior and Puppy races added a fun family-friendly atmosphere dimension to theday, engaging participants as young as aged 6. The raffle draw marked the culmination ofthe event, with the top prizes including a bike courtesy of Cycles Unlimited and an iPhone15 from Aliv. Ronnie Archer Photography was on hand to capture stunning images of theevent, preserving the memorable moments for participants and spectators alike.

Jonathan Thronebury, Marketing Director of presenting sponsors Caribbean BottlingCompany, emphasized their commitment to supporting the event for the tenthconsecutive year. "Aligning with Baark! and this event was a natural fit for us. Theircommitment to animal welfare resonates with our values of compassion and responsibilityin the community. Rehydration is extremely important when competing in enduranceevents and we were delighted to provide high-quality hydration options like Powerade andDasani to all athletes."

Laura Kimble Baark! President wanted to offer a special thank you to the volunteer racecrew and their early morning start. “The 2024 Powerade Potcakeman Triathlondemonstrated the strength of community spirit and commitment to animal welfare. We’reproud of our whole team, grateful for the invaluable support of our sponsors, eventproviders and look forward to seeing all participants again in 2025 ” she added.

Event Sponsors: Powerade , JS Johnson , Subway, Albany , Modernistic , FYP , BahamasSotheby’s International Realty, Purina , Freak Show , Caves Vet , PWC.

Event Providers: Bahamas Waste, Ronnie Archer Photography, Rotary East Nassau, RedCross , BASRA, Polar Ice, Nassau Rowing Club, LCIS, Windermere Day Spa, Dasani, GrahamReal Estate, Dunkin Donuts, White Claw, Cycles Unlimited.

The Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon returned triumphantly for its eleventh edition on Sunday, February 25th 2024 at Jaws Beach. Athletes braved challenging windy conditions and choppy waters, showcasing their resilience and determination in support of Baark!'s vital spay, neuter and education efforts for animal welfare in The Bahamas. Race Director Lori Roach commented, "Despite the tough conditions, this year's Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon was a resounding success, showcasing the unwavering dedication of our athletes and supporters." In the men's division a thrilling battle unfolded between Launy Duncombe and Malcolm Menzies, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until the very end. Duncombe just clinched victory with a time of 1:01:36, closely followed by Menzies in second place with a time of 1:01:40, while Jorge Marcos secured third place with a time of 1:08:43. In the women's category, Kami Roach dominated the competition for the second consecutive year, completing the race in 1:23:14, followed by Barbara Kiraly finishing at 1:25:24 in second place, and Laura Morley securing an impressive third place with a time of 1:25:51 in her first triathlon ! The oldest participant Richard Ballance, 66 years young, showcased the timeless spirit of athleticism. Full race results can be found here: https://www.raceprompt.com/wpcontent/uploads/2015/01/POWERADEPotcakemanTriathlon2024.pdf The relay event saw Team Trivincible triumphing in the all-female category, while Too Kool to Tri emerged victorious in the mixed team division, and Eastside Eagles claiming top spot in the all-male category. They featured Justin Higgs representing Bahamas Wholesale Agency and their longstanding support for the event who expressed his enthusiasm, labeling the event as his favourite and best triathlon in The Bahamas ! BWA also very generously donated all proceeds from bar sales to the fundraising total. Adult finishers were treated to a burger or hot dog from the renowned Rotary Burger Van, accompanied by a White Claw hard seltzer. Children received a delicious Dunkin’ donut. The FYP Junior and Puppy races added a fun family-friendly atmosphere dimension to the day, engaging participants as young as aged 6. The raffle draw marked the culmination of the event, with the top prizes including a bike courtesy of Cycles Unlimited and an iPhone 15 from Aliv. Ronnie Archer Photography was on hand to capture stunning images of the event, preserving the memorable moments for participants and spectators alike. Jonathan Thronebury, Marketing Director of presenting sponsors Caribbean Bottling Company, emphasized their commitment to supporting the event for the tenth consecutive year. "Aligning with Baark! and this event was a natural fit for us. Their commitment to animal welfare resonates with our values of compassion and responsibility in the community. Rehydration is extremely important when competing in endurance events and we were delighted to provide high-quality hydration options like Powerade and Dasani to all athletes." Laura Kimble Baark! President wanted to offer a special thank you to the volunteer race crew and their early morning start. “The 2024 Powerade Potcakeman Triathlon demonstrated the strength of community spirit and commitment to animal welfare. We’re proud of our whole team, grateful for the invaluable support of our sponsors, event providers and look forward to seeing all participants again in 2025 ” she added. Event Sponsors: Powerade , JS Johnson , Subway, Albany , Modernistic , FYP , Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty, Purina , Freak Show , Caves Vet , PWC. Event Providers: Bahamas Waste, Ronnie Archer Photography, Rotary East Nassau, Red Cross , BASRA, Polar Ice, Nassau Rowing Club, LCIS, Windermere Day Spa, Dasani, Graham Real Estate, Dunkin Donuts, White Claw, Cycles Unlimited.

In the final round, with back-to-back bogey-free 5-under 67s,Jeremy Paul, a 29-year-old golfer from Germany and a graduate of the University of Colorado, emerged the winner of this year’s Korn Ferry Tour at The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic. Now in its 7th edition, the elite golf tournament took place 14-17 Jan., at the fascinating Sandals Emerald Bay ReefCourse in Exuma. Paul was one of 132 professional golfers who vied for one of the 30 coveted cards in this year’s PGA Tour.

Paul’s winning total – 17-under 271 – ranked second in tournament history, only behind Zecheng Dou’s18- under 270 in 2019. His triumph not only showcased his golf prowess but also underscored TheBahamas' unmatched capability as a premier destination for hosting world-class sporting events.

The Hon. I Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation,extended congratulations to the winning athlete, "Jeremy Paul's remarkable victory adds a newchapter to The Bahamas' legacy as a destination that seamlessly blends sports and paradise. We arethrilled to have hosted this prestigious event, showcasing our commitment to providing a world-classexperience for both athletes and fans."

Commenting on his winning performance, Paul said, “Once I got on the golf course, I honestly feltpretty comfortable. I knew I was hitting the ball really well, but I think that was actually a benefit ofthis course, because I was able to stay in the moment.”

Paul joins the ranks of PGA TOUR winners Akshay Bhatia (2022) and Sungjae Im (2018) as the onlywinners of The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay who carded a bogey-free finalround.

The second segment of the 26-event 2024 Korn Ferry Tour season, The Bahamas Great Abaco Classic,hosted by The Abaco Club on Winding Bay, kicked off on 21 Jan. in The Abacos and concludes on 24Jan. 2024.

For more information, visit www.pgatour.com, www.bahamas.com or www.Tourismtoday.com. 

In the final round, with back-to-back bogey-free 5-under 67s, Jeremy Paul, a 29-year-old golfer from Germany and a graduate of the University of Colorado, emerged the winner of this year’s Korn Ferry Tour at The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic. Now in its 7th edition, the elite golf tournament took place 14-17 Jan., at the fascinating Sandals Emerald Bay Reef Course in Exuma. Paul was one of 132 professional golfers who vied for one of the 30 coveted cards in this year’s PGA Tour. Paul’s winning total – 17-under 271 – ranked second in tournament history, only behind Zecheng Dou’s 18- under 270 in 2019. His triumph not only showcased his golf prowess but also underscored The Bahamas' unmatched capability as a premier destination for hosting world-class sporting events. The Hon. I Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation, extended congratulations to the winning athlete, "Jeremy Paul's remarkable victory adds a new chapter to The Bahamas' legacy as a destination that seamlessly blends sports and paradise. We are thrilled to have hosted this prestigious event, showcasing our commitment to providing a world-class experience for both athletes and fans." Commenting on his winning performance, Paul said, “Once I got on the golf course, I honestly felt pretty comfortable. I knew I was hitting the ball really well, but I think that was actually a benefit of this course, because I was able to stay in the moment.” Paul joins the ranks of PGA TOUR winners Akshay Bhatia (2022) and Sungjae Im (2018) as the only winners of The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay who carded a bogey-free final round. The second segment of the 26-event 2024 Korn Ferry Tour season, The Bahamas Great Abaco Classic, hosted by The Abaco Club on Winding Bay, kicked off on 21 Jan. in The Abacos and concludes on 24 Jan. 2024. For more information, visit www.pgatour.com, www.bahamas.com or www.Tourismtoday.com. 

The Caribbean Sailing Association (CSA) is pleased to announce the launch of a survey aimed at evaluating and enhancing dinghy sailing programs throughout the Caribbean. This initiative underscores the CSA's commitment to promoting and advancing the sport of sailing in the region.

The survey, which will be distributed to all Caribbean dinghy sailing programs, seeks to create a comprehensive inventory of the current active programs. The CSA aims to gather valuable insights into the various programs, challenges faced, and the overall state of dinghy sailing in the Caribbean.

Key objectives of the survey include:

1. Program Overview: Obtain detailed information about existing dinghy sailing programs, including their locations, size, and key features.

2. Challenges Faced: Identify common challenges and obstacles faced by dinghy sailing programs, with a focus on understanding the specific issues hindering growth and development.

3. Inventory of Assets: Create a comprehensive inventory of dinghy fleets, infrastructure, and other resources available to sailing programs across the Caribbean.

4. Community Engagement: Assess the level of community engagement and involvement in dinghy sailing programs, including the number of participants, volunteers, and supporters.

5. Future Opportunities: Explore potential growth areas and opportunities for collaboration within the Caribbean sailing community.

The information gathered through this survey will play a crucial role in shaping the CSA's strategies to support and strengthen dinghy sailing programs. By understanding the current landscape and challenges faced by programs across the region, the CSA aims to implement targeted initiatives and provide resources to overcome obstacles.

All Caribbean dinghy sailing programs are encouraged to actively participate in the survey to ensure a comprehensive and accurate representation of the current state of the sport. The data collected will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and used exclusively for the purpose of improving and advancing dinghy sailing in the Caribbean.

"The success of dinghy sailing programs is integral to the growth and vibrancy of the sailing community in the Caribbean," said Saskia Revelman, Chair of the Sailing Development Committee and CSA Board member. "We are excited about the potential of this survey to shed light on the unique challenges and opportunities within the region, ultimately enabling us to better support and elevate the sport for enthusiasts of all ages."

Participate in the survey here: https://forms.gle/HTkx48yC1hiFLdqL6

For more information about the survey or the Caribbean Sailing Association, please visit https://caribbean-sailing.com/ or contact saskia@smyc.com.

About Caribbean Sailing Association:
The Caribbean Sailing Association (CSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing the sport of sailing in the Caribbean region. With a focus on education, safety, and community engagement, the CSA strives to unite sailing programs, schools, and enthusiasts to elevate the standards of sailing education and events. Through innovative initiatives and collaborative efforts, the CSA aims to foster a vibrant and thriving dinghy sailing community in the Caribbean.

The Caribbean Sailing Association (CSA) is pleased to announce the launch of a survey aimed at evaluating and enhancing dinghy sailing programs throughout the Caribbean. This initiative underscores the CSA's commitment to promoting and advancing the sport of sailing in the region. The survey, which will be distributed to all Caribbean dinghy sailing programs, seeks to create a comprehensive inventory of the current active programs. The CSA aims to gather valuable insights into the various programs, challenges faced, and the overall state of dinghy sailing in the Caribbean. Key objectives of the survey include: 1. Program Overview: Obtain detailed information about existing dinghy sailing programs, including their locations, size, and key features. 2. Challenges Faced: Identify common challenges and obstacles faced by dinghy sailing programs, with a focus on understanding the specific issues hindering growth and development. 3. Inventory of Assets: Create a comprehensive inventory of dinghy fleets, infrastructure, and other resources available to sailing programs across the Caribbean. 4. Community Engagement: Assess the level of community engagement and involvement in dinghy sailing programs, including the number of participants, volunteers, and supporters. 5. Future Opportunities: Explore potential growth areas and opportunities for collaboration within the Caribbean sailing community. The information gathered through this survey will play a crucial role in shaping the CSA's strategies to support and strengthen dinghy sailing programs. By understanding the current landscape and challenges faced by programs across the region, the CSA aims to implement targeted initiatives and provide resources to overcome obstacles. All Caribbean dinghy sailing programs are encouraged to actively participate in the survey to ensure a comprehensive and accurate representation of the current state of the sport. The data collected will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and used exclusively for the purpose of improving and advancing dinghy sailing in the Caribbean. "The success of dinghy sailing programs is integral to the growth and vibrancy of the sailing community in the Caribbean," said Saskia Revelman, Chair of the Sailing Development Committee and CSA Board member. "We are excited about the potential of this survey to shed light on the unique challenges and opportunities within the region, ultimately enabling us to better support and elevate the sport for enthusiasts of all ages." Participate in the survey here: https://forms.gle/HTkx48yC1hiFLdqL6 For more information about the survey or the Caribbean Sailing Association, please visit https://caribbean-sailing.com/ or contact saskia@smyc.com. About Caribbean Sailing Association: The Caribbean Sailing Association (CSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing the sport of sailing in the Caribbean region. With a focus on education, safety, and community engagement, the CSA strives to unite sailing programs, schools, and enthusiasts to elevate the standards of sailing education and events. Through innovative initiatives and collaborative efforts, the CSA aims to foster a vibrant and thriving dinghy sailing community in the Caribbean.

Los Angeles, USA - Bahamian Prince Strachan and a shell of his Boise State Broncos football team took on  the UCLA Bruins in their hometown on Saturday night.