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March 12, 2015
Another site visit for the IAAF ahead of world relays
Television coverage for the inaugural International Association of Athletics Federations' (IAAF) World Relay Championships was so good last year, that it earned an international award of the highest order.
March 12, 2015
New BICA bill deepens protections for industry, public
In addition to fixing defects in the Public Accountants Act, the pending accounting legislation would allow accountants to practice public accountancy with limited liability, according to Bahamas Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA) President Darnell Osborne.
Upon these legs - those who pioneered The Bahamas' great relay tradition, Pt. 2 (4x400m relay)
March 11, 2015
Upon these legs - those who pioneered The Bahamas' great relay tradition, Pt. 2 (4x400m relay)
The first women's 4x400 meters (m) relay was run at the 1978 CARIFTA Games. The team, comprised of Debbie Greene, Monique Millar, Eunice Greene and MaryAnn Higgs, ran 3:59.52.
March 02, 2015
VAT Dept. pleased with 'incredible progress' on inclusive pricing
While the grace period for businesses to provide value-added tax (VAT) inclusive pricing on items ended yesterday, the government will not issue excessive fines against those large businesses that have failed to fully comply.
Swimmers get in gear for CARIFTA
March 01, 2015
Swimmers get in gear for CARIFTA
With a goal of competing in the CARIFTA Swimming Championships this year, Barracuda Swim Club (BSC) athletes dominated the overall categories at their Atlantic Medical Invitational swim meet over the weekend at the Betty Kelly-Kenning National Swim Complex.
What's another 300,000 for the CBBI
February 25, 2015
What's another 300,000 for the CBBI
After investing more than nine million dollars into an event that is not even fully Bahamian, and pumping millions more into the hosting of major sports tourism events such as the International Association of Athletics Federations' (IAAF) World Relays, what's a measly $300,000 to give to a local hero for the staging of an athletics meet that rocked the country and the Caribbean region two years ag...
February 23, 2015
Barracuda Swim Club prevails at Sea Waves Invitational
The Barracuda Swim Club pulled off an impressive victory as the Bahamas Swimming Federation's (BSF) 2014/15 swim season continued this past weekend.
Davis-Thompson: The lady who got it all started
February 18, 2015
Davis-Thompson: The lady who got it all started
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), the global governing body for athletics, has never awarded the first three versions of any major event to a single nation.
Local boxing welcomes three new coaches into the mix
February 16, 2015
Local boxing welcomes three new coaches into the mix
The Amateur Boxing Federation of The Bahamas (ABFB) is about to welcome three more coaches into the fold, as it expands its program with hopes of qualifying for this year's Pan Am Games in Toronto, Canada, and next year's Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
February 18, 2015
A new day in world track and field -- The Bahamas hosts inaugural IAAF World Relays
The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), the world's governing body for track and field, gave The Bahamas the opportunity to host the inaugural IAAF World Relays.
Sumner stepping down as BBFF president
February 18, 2015
Sumner stepping down as BBFF president
One of the longest-serving and most dedicated sporting administrators in the country is stepping down, having put in a yeoman's service in bodybuilding and fitness.
February 16, 2015
Arianna picks up three medals at Arena Pro Series in Orlando
Prior to the start of the swimming season, Bahamas Swimming Federation (BSF) President Algernon Cargill said that he expected a big year from Arianna Vanderpool-Wallace, and if her performance this past weekend is any indication of things to come, then Cargill's expectations are right on the money.
Bahamian gymnast expected to compete at Pan Am Games
February 16, 2015
Bahamian gymnast expected to compete at Pan Am Games
The Bahamas Gymnastics Federation (BGF) is looking to make history this summer by sending one of its athletes to the Pan American Games in Toronto, Canada.
Major Looking Forward to a Big Year
January 04, 2012
Major Looking Forward to a Big Year
It's a new year, and hopefully a big one for Bahamian boxer Meacher "Major Pain" Major. The Bahamas' super featherweight champion has his sights set on fighting for, and winning, the British Commonwealth title.?
Anti-doping Body Now in Full Stride
January 04, 2012
Anti-doping Body Now in Full Stride
The Bahamas Anti-Doping Commission (BADC) is moving to bolster its force.? The commission, which was appointed in accordance with legislation from 2009, is headed by Chairman Dr. Jerome Lightbourne.
Let's Bring our Field Events Back
January 04, 2012
Let's Bring our Field Events Back
In the early years of the CARIFTA Track and Field Championships, The Bahamas was dominant in the field events. As a matter of fact, the first CARIFTA medal won by The Bahamas was Peter Pratt's bronze in the Triple Jump in 1973 in Port of Spain, Trinidad.
February 11, 2015
Sands likes what he sees out of Bahamian athletes
February 11, 2015
Sands likes what he sees out of Bahamian athletes
In just three meets this indoor season, Shavez Hart has produced two world-leading times. Carmiesha Cox and Devynne Charlton are setting school record after school record, and Tynia Gaither is at number 11 in the world in the women's 200 meters (m).
February 10, 2015
Young thrower Laquell Harris just off world youth qualifying mark
An aspiring young female thrower surfaced out of the Star Performers Track Classic which was held this past Saturday at the Thomas A. Robinson Track and Field Stadium.
February 04, 2015
Reverend Deacon Leviticus 'Lou' Adderley, O.S.B. (1934 - 2003)
Deacon Lou Adderley?s greatest fluency was his unbridled mastery of himself; whether as a man or as a builder of men; as a champion athlete or as the coach of champions; as a scholar or as a pedagogue of scholars; as a defender of his faith or as live testimony to that faith.
Novice fitness athlete on her way to Vegas
January 21, 2015
Novice fitness athlete on her way to Vegas
One of the newest athletes in the sport of bodybuilding and fitness in the country is about to get her feet wet in international competition.
Miller, Gibson and Gardiner stood tall in 2015
January 03, 2016
Miller, Gibson and Gardiner stood tall in 2015
Once again, The Bahamas had another grand year in sports, culminated by a couple of medal performances on the world stage.
Vision Of The Future
January 13, 2012
Vision Of The Future
NOT since the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture demolished the Andre Rodgers Baseball Stadium in 2006 to make way for the construction of the new Thomas A. Robinson Track and Field Stadium has senior baseball been played in New Providence.
August 11, 2011
Bahamians among world leaders heading into World Championships
Just two weeks before the start of the biggest international track and field meet this season, several Bahamians are expected to be strong contenders for medals in their respective events, based on times and distances recorded by the world's governing body for the sport.
Three Bahamians through to the semis at World Youth
July 11, 2013
Three Bahamians through to the semis at World Youth
The eighth International Association of Athletic Federations' (IAAF) World Youth Championships are underway, and already a trio of Bahamians are on to the next round in their respective events.
Up-and-coming quarter-miler Janeko Cartwright got off to a strong start as he came within a tenth of a second of setting a new personal best time in the Boys 400 meters (m). Cartwright comfortably won hi...
South Plains Duo Continue to Blaze a Trail
May 01, 2013
South Plains Duo Continue to Blaze a Trail
This past weekend, Shavez Hart and Trevorvano Mackey ran the two fastest times by any Bahamian, under any conditions, in the men's 100 meters (m). Hart finished in a blazing 10.09 seconds, and Mackey was just one hundredth of a second behind him, in 10.10 seconds.
April 25, 2013
Unprecedented Awards for Caribbean Advertising Agencies
CaribPR Wire, BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, WI, Wednesday April 24, 2013: At the 4th District American Advertising Federation, (AAF), ADDY Awards Gala on April 20th, agencies from the Caribbean scooped up 32 Gold and Silver District awards as well a Charlie Award for the best of Sales Promotion. One thousand, three hundred and thirty-four entries were judged in the competition including Fortune 500 compan...
Accountability in Sports Essential to New Culture
April 25, 2013
Accountability in Sports Essential to New Culture
The 2013 CARIFTA Games is fading into history. The most spectacular track and field competition in the Caribbean region concluded at the beginning of this month, and Bahamians rejoiced over the gallant performances of our athletes. Team Bahamas placed second to Jamaica.
Rasheed Carey wins ITF junior title in Puerto Rico
April 16, 2013
Rasheed Carey wins ITF junior title in Puerto Rico
Bahamian junior tennis player Rasheed Carey can now add the Copa Sultana-Mayaguez ITF title to his list of wins. Carey took the International Tennis Federation's (ITF) Grade Five tournament played in Puerto Rico on Sunday, by defeating Carsten Fisher of Russia, 6-1 and 6-2.
400 Meters Event Looms as Invitational Feature
April 09, 2013
400 Meters Event Looms as Invitational Feature
At the outset, the 400 meters (m) for men is looking like the feature event for the historic Chris Brown Bahamas Invitational (CBBI), scheduled for Saturday, April 13 at the Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium. Marquee world quarter-milers will be competing. The finest open specialist over the distance in...
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