All Systems Go for Round the Island Powerboat Race
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The annual Round the Island Powerboat Race is set to roar into action this Sunday, August 17th, at Ferry Reach. The highly anticipated event, which attracts competitors and spectators from across the island, has a full roster of boats, drivers, and co-pilots registered and ready to compete across five classes.
Among the competitors is the experienced duo of David Selley and Steven Bridges, who have been making waves in the SuperStock Class in the United States. The pair, who have finished as high as fourth in a competitive 14-boat field in Michigan, will be taking to the water in S1.
The registered boats for the race are as follows:
A Class
A5 or A 3: Driver Chris Marshall & Co-pilot Jacari Marshall A16: Driver Ryan Davidge & Co-pilot Alex Morris A26: Driver Shane Madeiros & Co-pilot Errin Butterfield A111: Driver Brandon DeSilva & Co-pilot Blake Burgess
B Class
B9: Driver Cleveland Maybury & Co-pilot Carlston Burgess B20: Driver Nick Cabral & Co-pilot Ricky Sousa B23: Driver David Willoughby & Co-pilot Kelsey Durham B37: Driver Darius Zuill & Co-pilot Jahrell Trott-Raynor B48: Driver Damon Morris & Co-pilot Anthanay Steede B96: Driver Steven Meireles & Co-pilot Aaron Daniel B99: Driver Bryce Smith & Co-pilot Daeshun Hendrickson B211: Driver Anthony Bailey & Co-pilot Paul Minks-Cole B921: Driver Jahcai Morris & Co-pilot E’Mari Ingemann B101: Driver Ryan Resendes & Co-pilot Makinday Johansen B351: Driver Philip Raposo & Co-pilot Ferdinand Arnold B177: Driver Craig Nesbitt & Co-pilot Andre Bailey B441: Driver Quince Dowling & Co-pilot Tai Bean B71: Driver Rickai Raynor & Co-pilot Kentwoin Jones
C Class
C77: Driver Jody Carreiro & Co-pilot Tony Carreiro C87: Driver Chad Sutherland & Co-pilot Lee Wilson
D Class
D4: Driver Howard Ascento & Co-pilot Ed Burrows D94: Driver Matthew Smith & Co-pilot Brandon Renaud D007: Driver Andrew Cottingham & Co-pilot Henry Talbot D24: Driver Patrick Stamper D or B13: Driver Bobby DeCosta & Co-pilot Joshua Holder D505: Driver Geoffrey Willoughby & Co-pilot Shae Johnston
S Class
S7: Driver J’auza James & Co-pilot Daric Seymour S1: Driver David Selley & Co-pilot Steven Bridges
The race, a highlight of Bermuda's powerboating calendar, is scheduled to get underway at 10 am, with competitors navigating a challenging course around the island.
Sunday, August 03, 2025
Bermudian Powerboat Teams Conclude Michigan City Race
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Bermuda's two powerboat teams have wrapped up their weekend of racing in Michigan City, with a strong finish from one of the island's entries in a highly competitive SuperStock Class.
The final day of racing saw a packed field of 14 boats on the start line. S-25 GL Construction / S-25 Team Bermuda, crewed by David Selley and Steven Bridges, put in a solid and consistent performance to secure a respectable fourth-place finish. The result is a testament to the team's skill and determination in a class where the margins for error are minimal.
Meanwhile, S-12 NUFF SAID / Team Bermuda, with Luis Martins and Andy Stoneham at the helm, faced a tougher challenge on the day, finishing in 12th place.
The event marks an exciting return to action for Race World Offshore in Michigan City, and the Bermudian teams will now look to carry their momentum into the next events on the offshore powerboat racing calendar.
Saturday, August 02, 2025
Bermudian Teams Compete in Michigan City Offshore Races
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Bermuda's two powerboat teams were in action as Race World Offshore made a thrilling return to Michigan City, providing an exciting opening day for fans and competitors alike.
Both Bermudian boats competed in the SuperStock Class, which featured two heat races.
S-25 GL Construction / S-25 Team Bermuda, crewed by David Selley and Steven Bridges, put in a solid performance in Heat One, securing a 5th place finish against a competitive field.
Meanwhile, S-12 NUFF SAID / Team Bermuda, with Luis Martins and Andy Stoneham at the helm, faced a tougher challenge in Heat Two, finishing in 7th place.
The teams will be looking to build on their opening day performances and make their mark as the racing action continues in Michigan City.
Sunday, July 27, 2025
Double Winners Emerge as Powerboats Return to Ferry Reach
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The roar of engines returned to Ferry Reach as the Bermuda Powerboat Association hosted its latest round of racing, marking a return to the familiar waters after previous events in Hamilton Harbour and off Cross Island in Dockyard. Two thrilling races unfolded, with the start and finish lines positioned along the scenic Ferry Reach stretch.
A competitive fleet of nine boats took to the water, providing an exciting spectacle for onlookers. The day's racing saw dominant performances across all classes, with each division producing double winners who swept both heats.
In the A Class, the formidable duo of Chris Marshall and Jacari Marshall proved untouchable, securing victories in both races to claim a comprehensive double win. Their consistent speed and precision set them apart from the competition.
The B Class also witnessed a clean sweep, as David Willoughby and Kelsey Durham navigated their way to victory in both of their races, showcasing their skill and teamwork on the water.
Finally, in the D Class, Andrew Cottingham and Henry Talbot demonstrated their supremacy, powering their way to win both races in their category, completing a day of double triumphs across the board.
The return to Ferry Reach provided an excellent platform for the powerboat association, delivering an action-packed event that highlighted the competitive spirit and talent within Bermuda's powerboat racing community.
1st - David Willoughby & Kelsey Durham 2nd - Ryan Resendes & Ed Cook 3rd - E’Mari Ingemann & Jahcai Morris
D Class
1st - Andrew Cottingham & Henry Talbot 2nd - Bobby DeCosta & Joshua Holder 3rd - Matthew Smith & Brandon Renaud 4th - Marcus Pimentel & Patrick stamper
1st -David Willoughby & Kelsey Durham 2nd - Ryan Resendes & Ed Cook DNF - E’Mari Ingemann & Jahcai Morris
D Class
1st - Andrew Cottingham & Henry Talbot 2nd - Matthew Smith & Brandon Renaud 3rd - Marcus Pimentel & Patrick stamper DNF - Bobby DeCosta & Joshua Holder
Sunday, July 06, 2025
Meireles & Daniel Survive Dramatic Flip in Championships
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The Bermuda Power Boat Association hosted its third National Championship Race, with thrilling action taking place off Cross Island in Dockyard. Just one week after the second race in Hamilton Harbour, the West End waters provided a dramatic backdrop, highlighted by a startling incident involving one of the B-Class competitors.
Fans witnessed a heart-stopping moment when the boat carrying Steven Meireles and Aaron Daniel (B96) flipped over while attempting to round a marker. Both crew members were confirmed to be unhurt, a relief to all on shore and among the race officials, who immediately flagged the race to a halt for safety.
Despite the disruption, the day saw intense competition across the divisions:
A - Class
Shane Madeiros & Joshua Holder Chris Marshall & Jacari Marshall
B – Class
Ryan Resendes & Anthony Bailey Brandon DeSilva & Blake Burgess David Willoughby & Kelsey Durham Jacai Morris & Jeneko Place Andre Bailey & Philip Raposo Steven Meireles & Aaron Daniel (DNF)
D – Class
Andrew Cottingham & Henry Talbot Howard Ascento & Sadune Raynor Shaki Easton & Jauza James Matthew Smith & Brandon Renault
The incident involving Meireles and Daniel served as a stark reminder of the inherent risks in powerboat racing, but also of the rapid response of safety crews and the resilience of the competitors. The series now moves forward, with these results further shaping the championship standings as teams battle for supremacy in the remaining races.
