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Saturday, November 22, 2025
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Jimenez Inspires Hibs to Reach Youth Cup Quarter-Finals
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Hibs Academy secured their spot in the Scottish Youth Cup Quarter-Finals with a resilient 3-1 victory over Partick Thistle at a rain-soaked Petershill Park, sparked by a game-changing introduction from Bermudian international Logan Jimenez.
The young Hibees struggled to find their rhythm early on, with the opening stages dominated by close chances for the hosts. Partick Thistle's Daniel Gray and Kyle Murray both went close in the first five minutes. The visitors' best chance came on 28 minutes, forcing a low save from Oliver Fisher to deny Callum MacDonald.
The second half began dramatically, with Partick Thistle taking the lead from the spot in the 49th minute via Flynn O’Brien.
However, the game turned on its head when Logan Jimenez, fresh from his recent international debut, was introduced from the bench at half-time. Jimenez's impact was immediate, helping to galvanise the Hibs attack.
The equaliser arrived in the 55th minute following a moment of brilliant collaboration. Jimenez played a key role in a progressive one-two move with Luke Davidson, which allowed Davidson to sneak in behind the Partick defence and coolly slot the ball underneath the keeper.
Inspired by the quick equaliser, Davidson quickly added his second goal to complete a rapid turnaround. His quick-fire double put Hibs 2-1 ahead. The victory was secured with a third goal, cementing the 3-1 win and booking Hibs Academy's place in the Quarter-Finals.
The final score saw the Hibees overcome a difficult start and the challenging conditions to advance, largely thanks to the energetic and creative substitution of Jimenez.
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Thursday, November 20, 2025
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Saltus Crowned Champions in Under 13 Six-A-Side Thriller
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 Saltus Grammar School were crowned champions of the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Under 13 Boys Six-A-Side Football Tournament after defeating the Whitney Institute 2 - 0 in the final at Shelly Bay field.
The final was decided by goals from Roman Gaglio and Lagan Slator, securing the title for Saltus after a high-energy tournament.
Saltus’s path to the final was marked by a tense Semi-Final clash against Warwick Academy. With neither side able to find the back of the net during regulation time, Saltus held their nerve to progress via the penalty spot.
Their final opponents, the Whitney Institute, had earned their spot in the final after a hard-fought Semi-Final victory over Somersfield Academy. Whitney prevailed 2-1 in that match, with Julian Simmons proving the difference-maker by scoring both goals. Shiloh Stevens was on target for Somersfield Academy, but his goal was not enough to prevent their elimination.
The tournament showcased the depth of talent in middle school football, promising a competitive future for the sport in Bermuda.
BSSF Under 13 Boys Six-A-Side Football Results
POOL A
6 Saltus Grammar
1 Francis Patton
3 Whitney Institute
0 Bermuda Institute
2 Francis Patton
1 Dellwood Middle
2 Saltus Grammar
0 Whitney Institute
2 Bermuda Institute
0 Dellwood Middle
1 Whitney Institute
0 Francis Patton
7 Saltus Grammar
0 Dellwood Middle
2 Bermuda Institute
2 Francis Patton
5 Whitney Institute
0 Dellwood Middle
3 Saltus Grammar
0 Bermuda Institute
POOL B
9 Warwick Academy
1 Purvis Primary
2 Somersfield Academy
1 MSA
7 Sandys Sec Middle School
0 Purvis Primary
1 Somersfield Academy
1 Warwick Academy
3 Sandys Sec Middle School
0 MSA
6 Somersfield Academy
0 Purvis Primary
0 Warwick Academy
0 Sandys Sec Middle School
4 MSA
0 Purvis Primary
4 Somersfield Academy
1 Sandys Sec Middle School
1 Warwick Academy
0 MSA
SEMI-FINALS
0 Saltus Grammar – (won on penalties)
0 Warwick Academy
2 Whitney Institute
1 Somersfield Academy
FINAL
2 Saltus Grammar
0 Whitney Institute
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025
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Gillingham Win Penalty Thriller in FA Youth Cup
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Gillingham Under 18s secured a dramatic passage into the third round of the FA Youth Cup, defeating Forest Green Rovers in a tense penalty shootout after a hard-fought 2-2 draw at MEMS Priestfield Stadium.
The young Gills were pushed all the way by their determined opponents in a match that demanded resilience and nerve in equal measure.
Bermuda's Nayan Grant was heavily involved in the action, starting the match as Gillingham’s academy side looked to make home advantage count. However, despite their efforts, neither side could find a decisive goal within the regulation ninety minutes, or the subsequent extra time period, leaving the score locked at two goals apiece.
The decisive moment came in the latter stages of the game when the tactical switch was made. Grant was replaced in the 81st minute by Zak Whitelock, who proved to be the hero of the hour.
With the deadlock unbroken, the tie proceeded to penalties. Under the intense pressure of the shootout, it was Whitelock, the late substitute, who stepped up to score the decisive spot-kick. His conversion settled the gripping contest, ensuring Gillingham edged past Forest Green Rovers to book their place in the third round draw.
The win marks a significant achievement for the Gillingham academy side, keeping their FA Youth Cup dream alive as they look ahead to a potentially lucrative third-round fixture.
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Monday, November 17, 2025
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Undefeated Season Crowned with Back-to-Back Titles
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Taft School boys' soccer team secured their second consecutive New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) Class A Championship, concluding a truly remarkable undefeated season with a decisive 4-1 victory over Nobles.
The final, held at Brooks, tested the champions immediately, providing a stern early challenge that could have derailed their aspirations. Taft, featuring key players such as James Morrison and goal-scorer James Cooper, found themselves trailing early after Nobles capitalised on the pressure to strike within the opening minutes.
Despite the quick deficit, Taft’s resilience, a hallmark of their flawless season, soon came to the fore. James Cooper wasted no time in settling his side’s nerves, finding the back of the net to bring Taft level. The equalizer ensured the contest remained tight, heading into the crucial middle stages.
The decisive shift in momentum came from Alex Calabro. After Brooks managed to level the score at 1-1, it was Calabro who stepped up to restore Taft's advantage with his first goal of the final.
Calabro's impact was not limited to the first half; he struck again early in the second period, extending Taft's lead and granting them breathing room and a solid grip on the title.
With the result largely secured, Fields DeShaw put the final flourish on a magnificent performance, netting late in the second half to complete the scoring and cement the 4-1 victory.
The comprehensive win ensured Taft finished their season with an unbeaten record, celebrating not just the victory but the retention of the prestigious NEPSAC Class A Championship. The title run confirms the current Taft squad as one of the most dominant in recent school history.
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Sunday, November 16, 2025
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Armstrong & Dayton Falls in Penalty Shootout Thriller
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Andrew Armstrong and his University of Dayton men's soccer teammates were left devastated after their campaign came to a crushing end, falling to 22nd-ranked Saint Louis in a dramatic penalty-kick shootout in the Atlantic 10 Championship final match.
Following a tense 1-1 draw that required extra time to separate the fierce rivals, the title was ultimately decided from twelve yards, with the top-seeded Saint Louis converting five successful penalties to Dayton’s four, claiming the championship trophy.
For Dayton, it was a particularly painful way to lose a final, marking their eleventh appearance in the conference tournament title match. Despite the bitter defeat, the team finished their season with a respectable 8-2-8 overall record after securing the third seed for the tournament with a 4-1-3 mark in conference action. Saint Louis, the regular-season champions, finish 10-2-7.
In a measure of consolation for the Flyers and a recognition of his outstanding contribution throughout the tournament, Andrew Armstrong was duly named to the All-Championship Team. The forward, who has been a standout player for the Flyers this year, now looks ahead to a promising future despite the immediate disappointment of the shootout exit.
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