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BOC to assist federations in preparing funding requests
The Bahamas Olympic Committee (BOC) is prepared to be of assistance.
Bahamas Basketball Federation releases its Team Bahamas preliminary roster for upcoming Americup Qualifiers
Bahamas Basketball Federation releases its Team Bahamas preliminary roster for upcoming Americup Qualifiers
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Bahamas Basketball Federation has released its Team Bahamas Preliminary Roster for the upcoming Americup Qualifiers slated to be held at the Kendal G.L. Isaacs Stadium on February 25th 2024. The Federation made the announcement on its social media platforms yesterday. NBA free agent Kai Jones was listed on that lineup. The Bahamas [...]
Bahamas Young Chef high school competitors have tutorial at UB, by US Meat Export Federation consultant, on meat handling
Students representing a cross-section of schools gathered at the University of The Bahamas, the College of Tourism, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, and Leisure Management for a first US Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Workshop conducted by Elizabeth A. Wunderlich, Caribbean Manager and Consultant.
'Salty' Re-eleted As President Of Bahamas Baseball Federation
CRAIG 'Salty' Kemp said he was confident that he would be returned as president of the Bahamas Baseball Federation.
Aquatics Federation Extends Condolences To The Family Of The Late Former Politician Don Saunders
Aquatics Federation Extends Condolences To The Family Of The Late Former Politician Don Saunders
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Bahamas Aquatics Federation President Algernon Cargill, described the late Don Saunders, who was shot and killed during an armed robbery late Wednesday night in Gambier Village, as a proud swim parent and a long-time supporter of their national teams; as the organization extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased [...]
Bahamas Aquatics Federation president confident in win for team Bahamas
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- President of The Bahamas Aquatics Federation Algernon Cargill said he is confident that the 36-member team, which has been selected to represent The Bahamas during the CARIFTA Aquatics 2024 Championships, will swim their way to a sixth consecutive win. The regional sporting event will be held at the Betty Kelly Kenning Aquatics [...]
Medical Supplies Donated from the All-China Women's Federation
Mrs. Ann Marie Davis, of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, speaking at left -- brought remarks during an Official Handover of Medical Supplies primarily for the Public Hospitals Authority from the All-China Women's Federation, at the Chinese Embassy, October 26, 2022.
Press Statement from the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture in Response to the Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (BBFF)
The Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture would like to clarify the issues that led to The Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation team not traveling to international competition.
ACP Press Clubs Federation Plans More Member States Involvement
Executives of the newly formed African Caribbean & Pacific (APC) Press Clubs Federation took a conscious decision on Wednesday night (November 30, 2016) to encourage more involvement from journalists in member states, especially the Caribbean and Pacific, as it moves to establish an identity for the new organization.
Japanese Judo Federation donates uniforms to team Bahamas
An effort to raise awareness about the growth of the sport of judo in The Bahamas has paid off greatly for the Bahamas Judo Federation (BJF).
International Tennis Federation Development Officer Visits The Bahamas
The Bahamas Lawn and Tennis Association(BLTA) welcomes to The Bahamas Mr. John Goede, International Tennis Federation(ITF) Development Officer.
Remarks by the Hon. Allyson Maynard-Gibson Q.C Attorney General at the International Federation of Women Lawyers Installation Luncheon
I am pleased to be in the company of such distinguished women who represent our country so well as members of the International Federation of Women Lawyers. I am honoured to have been invited to address you on this auspicious occasion.
Judo federation recruiting athletes for 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games
In an effort to raise the level of awareness of the sport of judo locally, the Bahamas Judo Federation (BJF) is holding tryouts for the team that will represent the country at the 2017 Commonwealth Youth Games.
Jr. CVC team named by volleyball federation
Jr. CVC team named by volleyball federation
Plan 'B' is now in full effect for The Bahamas' junior national volleyball team, since the eligibility age for the Junior Caribbean Volleyball Championship (CVC) was changed. Head Coach DeVince Smith will use the strong receiving and defensive back-line to trigger an offensive rhythm throughout the week-long tournament, that will be played in Kingston, Jamaica. If that strategy doesn't work, Smith...
Retailers federation lashes out as filing deadline looms
A private sector organization yesterday lashed out over the "exorbitant" administrative costs and logistical troubles of applying value-added tax (VAT) inclusive pricing as the deadline for retailers to provide the pricing on all goods rapidly approaches.
Uphill Struggle Facing Basketball Federation
Uphill Struggle Facing Basketball Federation
A new administration has taken over the Bahamas Basketball Federation (BBF). It's quite a different look. Incumbent president Lawrence Hepburn opted not to offer for re-election. New president Charlie 'Softly' Robins devastated Edgar Pickstock by a vote count of 12-3 during recent BBF elections. Hepburn and Pickstock were the prime faces of the federation. Pickstock in fact had carried over a prom...
Psychologist: They're Going to Go Through Lots of Emotions
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Following a tragedy at the pools over the weekend, The Bahamas Aquatics Federation along with the Local Organizing Committee for the 2024 CARIFTA Aquatics Championships giving grief counselling and prayers to Grenadian swimmers and coaching staff on Sunday.
Baptist Sports Council Rebranded
Baptist Sports Council Rebranded
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - In rebranding and relaunching the organization, the Baptist Sports Council has had a name change to the Bahamas Baptist Sports Federation.
Preliminary Roster for Team Bahamas Announced for FIBA Americup
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - An 18-man preliminary Team Bahamas roster has been released by the Bahamas Basketball Federation for the Americup tournament.
2023 Was An Interesting Year For Us
2023 Was An Interesting Year For Us
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - 2023 was a big year for basketball in and outside of the country. Our Sasha Lightbourne spoke to several basketball federation executives to speak about the year that was and the excitement building for this year.
Bahamas Pharmacy Association celebrates World Diabetes Day on November 14th
Nassau, Bahamas -- The Bahamas Pharmacy Association is joining the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) in celebrating World Diabetes Day, which takes place each year on November 14th to raise awareness of this devastating disease.
Sands wins NACAC presidency
Sands wins NACAC presidency
It was an ideal birthday gift for man who has dedicated most of his life to track and field! Mike Sands has gone where no Bahamian has gone before, as he was elected to the top position of one of the most prestigious and powerful athletic organizations in the world – the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association (NACAC), a day after his 66th birthday.
Sports Minister Meets with IAAF President in Qatar
Sports Minister Meets with IAAF President in Qatar
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Lanisha Rolle met with International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) President, Lord Sabastian Coe during the IAAF World Championships in Doha, Qatar, Friday, September 27.
Bastian finishes ninth overall at world juniors
Bastian finishes ninth overall at world juniors
The Bahamas' three-member team wrapped up competition at the 7th FINA World Junior Swimming Championships on Saturday evening with a memorable performance from Izaak Bastian...
DeMarco, Bahamas off to winning start
DeMarco, Bahamas off to winning start
Chris DeMarco, the national senior men's basketball team head coach, instructs players during his first practice on Tuesday night at the Kendal G.L. Isaacs Gymnasium...
Gibson finishes fourth Seymour settles for fifth
Gibson finishes fourth Seymour settles for fifth
"I really thought I would get a medal. I wanted a medal more than qualifying for the Worlds." So said 400 meters (m) hurdler Jeffery Gibson on Thursday at the 18th Pan American Games in Lima, Peru...
Fitzgerald, Higgs in action at FINA Worlds
Fitzgerald, Higgs in action at FINA Worlds
Action continued for Team Bahamas at the 2019 FINA (International Swimming Federation) World Aquatics Championships at the Nambu University Municipal Aquatics Center in Gwanju, South Korea.
Caribbean junior golf championships get underway today
THE Bahamas Golf Federation has announced the team members that are expected to represent the Bahamas at the 63rd annual Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships...
'Golden Girl' Pauline Davis-Thompson speaks out
'Golden Girl' Pauline Davis-Thompson speaks out
Pauline Davis-Thompson, the inimitable one, the grand lady of world track and field, remains as outspoken and aggressive, as those characteristics have styled a fantastic career that has spanned 37 years of excellence as a junior athlete, senior and subsequently notable officer of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF).
Brown suffers first loss of pro career
Brown suffers first loss of pro career
Bahamian professional lightweight boxer Lester Brown Jr. did not get the result he wanted over the weekend as he lost in a split decision to Mexico’s Abel Aparicio at the Cameron Center in Laurel, Mississippi, USA.