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Sunday, August 17, 2025
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Bermuda U-14s Seize Control Against Hosts Trinidad
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Trinidad 0 Bermuda 2
Bermuda's Under-14 Girls' team put in a determined performance in their second match of the 2025 Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Challenge Series, taking a commanding lead against the host nation, Trinidad.
Bermuda Starting Line-Up: - Sydney Denkins, Avery Taylor, Leyana Williams, Daisy Langley, Alva Tucker, Mia Daponte, Priya Dill, Devi Samuels, Mirabella Lohan, Xha’Tore Sawyers, Paloma Tucker - Substitutes - Kiara Deane, Marli Robinson, Annabelle Shah, Phoenix Williams, Kyra Simmons, Ki’Ana Simmons, Filipa Marrinhas Duarte, Nadia Medeiros, Me’Lah Wolffe-Rutherford
The game began as a free-flowing and open contest, with both teams creating chances. The deadlock was broken in first-half stoppage time when a clever ball from Alva Tucker found Mia Daponte, who beat an advancing Trinidadian goalkeeper to give Bermuda a crucial 1-0 lead heading into the break.
The second half continued with both teams battling hard. Bermuda's defense was particularly resolute, denying the Trinidadian forwards any clear opportunities. The team's hard work paid off in the 69th minute when a free kick from Avery Taylor was misjudged by the Trinidadian goalkeeper, finding its way into the back of the net to double Bermuda's lead.
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Sunday, August 17, 2025
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Grant Provides Assist in Gillingham U18s' Win
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Nayan Grant provided a crucial assist to help his Gillingham FC Academy Under-18 teammates to a comprehensive 4-1 victory over Forest Green at Beechings Cross.
Gillingham went up 1-0 after 34 minutes, and just two minutes later, Grant was at the heart of the action. The young Bermudian raced past his defender on the right wing before delivering a precise cross to the back post. Striker Stan Sargent was on hand to head the ball home, doubling the advantage.
Gillingham held a comfortable 2-0 lead over Forest Green at the break. While the visitors pulled a goal back early in the second half, the Gills quickly responded with two more goals of their own to secure the 4-1 final scoreline. The result marks a strong performance for the young Gills' side and a positive contribution from Grant.
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Saturday, August 16, 2025
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Bermuda U-14s Fall to Jamaica in CFU Challenge Opener
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Bermuda 0 Jamaica 1
Bermuda's Under-14 Girls' team showed grit and determination but were ultimately defeated 1-0 by Jamaica in their opening match of the 2025 Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Challenge Series.
Bermuda Starting Line-Up: - Kyra Simmons, Avery Taylor, Ki’Ana Simmons, Leyana Williams, Filipa Marrinhas Duarte, Nadia Medeiros, Mia Daponte, Priya Dill, Devi Samuels, Mirabella Lohan, Me’Lah Wolffe-Rutherford - Substitutes- Kiara Deane, Sydney Denkins, Marli Robinson, Xha’Tore Sawyers, Annabelle Shah, Phoenix Williams, Alva Tucker, Paloma Tucker, Daisy Langley
The young Bermudians, led by their starting goalkeeper Kyra Simmons, battled fiercely and managed to hold a strong Jamaican side to a goalless first half.
The breakthrough came for Jamaica in the second half. In the 58th minute, a long-range shot from Nycolette Prendergrass took an unfortunate deflection, beating the outstanding Simmons to give Jamaica the all-important lead.
Late in the match, Bermuda's hopes were boosted when Jamaica's goalkeeper, Mikalia Banton, was sent off for her second handball offense outside the box, leaving the Jamaican side with ten players for the final eight minutes plus stoppage time. The Bermudian team pressed hard for an equalizer but were unable to find a way through.
Despite the result, Bermuda's goalkeeper Kyra Simmons was deservedly named Player-of-the-Match for her outstanding performance between the posts.
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Saturday, August 16, 2025
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Ming Helps Syracuse to Scoreless Draw in Pre-Season Finale
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 Sachiel Ming and his Syracuse University men’s soccer teammates have concluded their 2025 pre-season campaign with a scoreless draw against St. John's at the SU Soccer Stadium.
Syracuse dominated the match, outshooting St. John's 11-3, but were unable to find the back of the net. The Red Storm managed only one shot on target, which was comfortably saved by Syracuse goalkeeper Kyle Jansen.
Syracuse’s best scoring chance came in the 67th minute, initiated by a strong run from Bermudian Sachiel Ming. The ball was played to Gavin Wiig, whose shot was saved by St. John’s goalkeeper Nicholas Bezama.
The draw marks a solid end to their exhibition season as Syracuse prepares to officially open their regular season on Thursday, August 21st, against UConn.
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Friday, August 15, 2025
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ULM Women's Soccer Secures Season-Opening Shutout
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The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) Women's Soccer team has begun its new campaign in style, securing a dominant 4-0 victory and their first shutout of the season against the Southeastern Louisiana Lions. Bermudian Jaden Masters entered the match late on to help her team seal the clean sheet.
Four different ULM players found the back of the net, marking the second consecutive season the team has started with a shutout victory.
The game started with a balanced back-and-forth between the two sides, but ULM took the lead from a corner kick. Beth Strutton rose highest to head the ball into the net, scoring her first goal of the season. Senior Skylar Blaise then doubled the lead in the 36th minute, giving ULM a two-nil advantage at the break.
The second half saw ULM extend their lead further, despite a number of fouls from both sides. Giulia Franco scored in the 71st minute, and just six minutes later, Libby Holmes connected on a header from a Strutton assist for the fourth and final goal of the match.
With 18 minutes remaining, Jaden Masters was brought into the match to help her team secure the victory and the impressive clean sheet.
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