The Warwick Academy Gymnasium was transformed into a cauldron of noise this week as the Bermuda School Sports Federation and the Department of Youth and Sports hosted the Middle School Basketball Finals. In a night defined by tactical grit and individual brilliance, The Berkeley Institute and Warwick Academy emerged as the big winners across three high-stakes encounters.
The drama reached its peak in the Junior Varsity Final, where The Berkeley Institute edged out hosts Warwick Academy in a 22-20 overtime classic. In a game of razor-thin margins, Jacob Furtado proved to be the clinical edge for the champions, racking up nine points to lead his side to glory. His counterpart, Liam Johnson, mirrored the effort with nine points of his own for Warwick. In a rare but fitting tribute to the quality of the contest, both Furtado and Johnson were named joint Most Valuable Players.
Warwick Academy found their redemption in the Varsity Girls final, delivering a defensive masterclass to dismantle Saltus Grammar School 29-11. The hosts were spearheaded by MVP Jaime Cedenio, whose 11 points provided the foundation for a comfortable victory, while Belle Burns added eight in a dominant team display. Despite the scoreline, Saltus MVP Evie Hook earned plaudits for a resilient performance, leading her side with seven points.
However, the evening belonged to The Berkeley Institute, who secured a historic double by claiming the Varsity Boys title. In a physical and fast-paced encounter, Berkeley overcame Warwick Academy 35-28. Troy Washington led the charge with 12 points, supported by Ajani Carey (11) and Anson Robinson (8). While Micah Oliveira took home the MVP honors for the champions, Warwick’s Max Kimberley and Quinton Husbands were both recognized as MVPs for their spirited 12 and 10-point contributions respectively.
The results cap off a stellar season for middle school basketball on the island, highlighting a wealth of emerging talent as the focus now shifts to the upcoming summer sports calendar.
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