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Saturday, November 01, 2025
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Majors PlaysPart in Caribbean Cup Semi-Final First Leg
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Universidad O&M FC and Cibao FC have left their Concacaf Caribbean Cup semi-final series finely balanced after a tense 1-1 draw in the first leg at the Estadio Olímpico Félix Sánchez in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
The match was officiated by a team that included Bermuda’s FIFA-listed referee, Amaury Majors.
The all-Dominican Republic clash offered drama and key talking points, setting the stage perfectly for a pivotal second leg next week.
It was Cibao FC who drew first blood, seizing the lead just seven minutes into the contest. A corner kick led to a blocked shot from Rivaldo Correa, but the deflection fell perfectly into the path of Ernesto Trinidad, who made no mistake from close range to put the visitors up 1-0.
However, the lead would last less than 20 minutes. Universidad O&M FC rallied and found their equaliser in the 25th minute from the penalty spot. Up stepped Herard Frantzety, who coolly converted the spot-kick to net his third goal of the tournament and restore parity.
The first half settled down into a midfield battle after the flurry of early goals, with neither side able to break the deadlock again.
The second half was a tighter affair, but the match’s complexion shifted in the 76th minute. Cibao’s Leonardo Villalba was shown a red card, forcing the visitors to play the final minutes of the semi-final first leg down to ten men.
Despite the numerical advantage, Universidad O&M could not find a winning goal, meaning both sides take a share of the spoils and the single away goal into the decisive fixture.
The 1-1 scoreline means the winner-takes-all second leg will be played next Thursday at Estadio Cibao FC in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic. With a place in the Concacaf Caribbean Cup final on the line, the tie remains completely open.
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Wednesday, October 29, 2025
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Waldron Delivers Triple Triumph at Hoosier Park
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Kiwon Waldron enjoyed a phenomenal night back in action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, turning the Pace Class winners’ circle into familiar ground. The Bermudian harness driver piloted three different horses to victory, underscoring his outstanding skill and form on the competitive US circuit.
The hot streak began immediately in Race 1 (Pace Class). Waldron, in collaboration with Mccomber Racing, brought a new horse, Odds On Candy, from the recent sale, and the partnership proved instantly fruitful. They took to the track for their first race together and promptly finished in the winners' circle with a time of 1:55&3.
Waldron quickly followed up that initial win in Race 4 (Pace Class), where he was in the sulky of Tell's Pure Power. In a thrilling finish, the pair battled fiercely to the line and were declared the winner after a photo finish, clocking a speedy time of 1:52&4—a testament to Waldron's ability to drive a tight finish.
The driver sealed his masterful night in Race 10 (Pace Class). Waldron partnered with Six Sticks Of Gum, expertly guiding them to his third win of the night with a winning time of 1:54&3.
While the Pace Class delivered the headlines, Waldron also competed in the Trot events and his final Pace race of the night:
Race 12 (Trot Class): Waldron and Fashion Baby finished 7th, recording a time of 1:59 flat.
Race 13 (Pace Class): Waldron and Jk's Champ finished 7th, stopping the clock in 1:54&3.
The three victories in a single night underscore Waldron’s stature as one of the most successful international drivers competing regularly at Harrah's Hoosier Park.
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Tuesday, October 28, 2025
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Waldron Back in Action at Harrah's Hoosier Park
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Bermudian driver Kiwon Waldron was back behind the reins last night, competing across four races in both the Trot and Pace classes at Harrah's Hoosier Park.
Waldron secured a strong runner-up finish as the highlight of his evening, showcasing his ability to compete effectively across multiple disciplines.
Waldron’s best result of the night came in Race 5 (Trot Class). Guiding the horse Marys Magic, Waldron put in an excellent drive to secure a credible second-place finish, clocking a solid time of 1:56&4.
The driver competed in two other Trot events, securing identical sixth-place finishes:
In Race 2, aboard Mclady Of Hearts, Waldron finished sixth with a time of 1:55&4.
In Race 3, driving Kansas Boy, he once again finished in sixth place, stopping the clock in 1:56&1.
In his sole appearance in the Pace class, Waldron was aboard Maybemabel for Race 9. The pair finished the contest in seventh place, registering a time of 1:53&3.
Despite the varied results, Waldron's consistent participation across the card demonstrates his continued presence and competitive spirit on the US harness racing circuit.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025
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Cunningham & White Reign as Dressage Season Kicks Off
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The Bermuda Dressage Association (BDA) successfully launched its competitive calendar with the first Dressage Show of the season at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street this weekend. Riders competed under the expert scrutiny of visiting international judge Noel Williams from Maryland.
The high scores posted across the board underscored the strong start to the season, with two riders standing out to claim the top honours in their respective divisions.
The coveted title of Adult Top Scorer went to Peta White, who delivered a polished performance aboard Causing Chaos. The pair earned an impressive score of 72.069 points, setting a high benchmark for the competitive season ahead.
In the youth division, Julia Cunningham claimed the Junior Top Scorer title. Riding Mr. Worldwide, Cunningham posted a stellar score of 78.75 points, signalling her intent to dominate the junior circuit this year.
The show also celebrated several moments of technical excellence and personal milestones:
A special commendation goes to Grace Lightowler for successfully tackling a major career landmark: riding her first FEI Prix St Georges test. This is a crucial step up to the highest level of international dressage competition.
Two young riders achieved rare perfection in the arena. Both Riley Richardson and Julia Cunningham earned scores of a perfect 10 for their halts, a testament to their precise training and the immaculate discipline of their horses.
BDA officials noted that the turnout and quality of riding were highly encouraging for the remainder of the 2025 season.
Click Here to see the Full October 26th 2025 Dressage Season Opener Results
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Friday, October 24, 2025
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Waldron Nipped at the Wire in Hoosier Park Qualifier
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Bermudian driver Kiwon Waldron narrowly missed out on a win at Harrah's Hoosier Park in Indiana, finishing second by the smallest of margins in his lone Qualifying race of the card.
Competing in Race 1 of the Pace Class, Waldron was in the sulky of Ponda Eagle. They delivered a powerful run, clocking a fast time of 1:54&4.
However, the pair were dramatically nipped at the line by their competitor. Michael Oosting, driving Epic Ace, edged ahead in the final strides to steal the victory, recording a winning time of 1:54&3.
The result marks a strong effort from Waldron and Ponda Eagle, despite coming up just short of the winner's circle in the competitive Qualifying event.
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