Hood & Eagles Secure Wins in Under-23 Summer League
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The Bermuda Football Association's Under-23 league season resumed last night with a double-header at the BAA Field, delivering two decisive results.
Robin Hood 3 PHC Zebras 0
In the opener, Robin Hood delivered a strong performance, defeating the PHC Zebras 3-0.
Robin Hood took the lead late in the first half when Chance Eve found the back of the net in the 43rd minute, giving his side a 1-0 advantage at the break.
Eve then doubled Robin Hood's lead in the 56th minute. Bakari Furbert sealed the comprehensive victory with a goal in the 76th minute, making it 3-0 and ensuring a comfortable win for Robin Hood.
Somerset Eagles 3 Somerset Trojans 1
The nightcap saw the Somerset Eagles emerge victorious in the "battle of the west," defeating the Somerset Trojans 3-1.
After a scoreless first half, the Somerset Trojans broke the deadlock in the 54th minute when Rio Russell converted from the penalty spot, giving them a 1-0 lead.
However, the Somerset Eagles responded swiftly. Arnezha Astwood equalized in the 60th minute. Eight minutes later, the Somerset Eagles took a 2-1 lead with Tyler Emery finding the back of the net. Their lead was then extended to 3-1 in the 72nd minute, courtesy of an own goal, securing the win for the Somerset Eagles.
The latest round of Under-23 Summer League fixtures provided clear winners, with both Robin Hood and Somerset Eagles making strong statements.
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Jiménez Signs Hibs Contract to 2026
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Hibernian FC announced that young forward Logan Jimenez signed his first professional contract with the Club!
The 17-year-old has renewed his deal until 30 June 2026 after an impressive campaign with Darren McGregor’s CAS Elite Under-18 League title-winning squad.
Capable of playing in defence, on the wing, and across the forward line, Jimenez can represent both Scotland and Bermuda internationally after switching the North Atlantic for the UK in 2020.
As well as playing for the Scottish Schools Under-18s team against Australia and England, the versatile attacker has also captained Bermuda’s Under-17s.
Gareth Evans, Hibernian FC Academy Director, commented: "Logan has developed really well since joining the Club and thoroughly deserves his first professional contract. He’s shown great commitment, versatility, and worked incredibly hard to fight his way into our U18s side.
“This is a big milestone for him, but he knows the hard work really starts now. We’re excited to see how he continues to grow within our pathway.”
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
BFA Under-23 Summer League Standings
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After three weeks of intense competition in the Bermuda Football Association Under-23 Summer League, www.islandstats.com can bring you the updated Group Standings.
The league continues to provide exciting matches as young talent battles for supremacy across the island.
In Group A, the Somerset Trojans have established themselves at the top, leading with 7 points from their three matches played so far. The Devonshire Colts currently sit in second place in the group, having accumulated 4 points from their three outings. The PHC Zebras are in third position with 3 points, though they have only played two games.
Group B sees a tighter race at the summit, with both FC Bascome and the North Village Rams as joint leaders. Both teams boast a perfect record of 6 points from their two games played. FC Bascome currently holds a slight advantage in the goal-scoring department, with a plus-4 goal difference, while the North Village Rams are close behind with a plus-3 goal difference.
The updated standings set the stage for more compelling matches in the weeks to come, as teams vie for top positions in their respective groups.
06 FC Bascome 06 North Village Rams 00 Dandy Town Hornets 00 Wolves
Monday, June 09, 2025
PHC Zebras Advance in U23 KO Cup
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After a thrilling nine-goal encounter just four days prior, many fans would have converged on the BAA Field tonight for the Under-23 Summer League 2025 KO Cup Preliminary Round match between Devonshire Colts and PHC Zebras.
Devonshire Colts 1 PHC Zebras 3
This time around, the PHC Zebras demonstrated a more disciplined defensive performance to secure a decisive 3-1 victory and advance in the knockout competition.
The Zebras took the lead in the 17th minute when Harlem Bean-Fox found the back of the net, giving his side a 1-0 advantage which they carried into the half-time break.
The second half saw the PHC Zebras extend their lead early. In the 49th minute, Antonio Wade doubled their advantage, putting them in a strong position. However, Devonshire Colts managed to pull a goal back in the 78th minute through Senoj Mitchell, sparking hopes of a comeback.
Any lingering doubts for the PHC Zebras were quickly quashed, as just two minutes later, Zakiyah Lee restored their two-goal cushion, effectively sealing the 3-1 victory and their place in the next round of the KO Cup.
The win marks a successful follow-up for the PHC Zebras against a familiar opponent, showcasing their ability to adapt and control the game when it mattered most.
Friday, June 06, 2025
Thrilling Comeback & Solid Win in U23 Summer League
Joshua Joseph scored twice for PHC
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Fans at the BAA Field were treated to a sensational night of Under-23 football as the Bermuda Football Association’s Summer League season continued with two captivating encounters.
The evening saw a remarkable comeback in the opener, followed by a controlled victory in the nightcap.
PHC Zebras 5 Devonshire Colts 4
The opening match proved to be a barn-burner, as the PHC Zebras fought back from a two-goal deficit to secure a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Devonshire Colts.
Caleb McDowall gave the PHC Zebras the lead in the 10th minute, but Shane Robinson equalized for the Devonshire Colts just two minutes later. The PHC Zebras would retake the lead in the 18th minute through Joshua Joseph, taking a narrow 2-1 lead into the break.
The second half exploded with goals and swings in momentum. Devonshire Colts drew level again in the 46th minute with a strike from Diego Richardson. They then took a 3-2 lead in the 60th minute when Daniel Ball found the back of the net, and extended their lead to 4-2 in the 73rd minute with Robinson scoring his second of the game.
However, the PHC Zebras staged an incredible comeback. In the 77th minute, Joseph scored his second goal, pulling one back. Three minutes later, Harlem Bean-Fox sensationally drew the PHC Zebras level at 4-4. Just when it seemed the teams would share the points, Zakiyah Lee stepped up to score the PHC Zebras' dramatic winner in the 89th minute, sealing an unforgettable victory.
Somerset Trojans 3 Robin Hood 1
The nightcap saw the Somerset Trojans deliver a composed performance to defeat Robin Hood 3-1.
The Somerset Trojans took the lead in the 37th minute when Rio Russell found the back of the net, giving them a 1-0 advantage at half-time.
Robin Hood managed to draw level in the 57th minute with a goal from Sebastian Madeiros. However, the Somerset Trojans quickly reasserted control, going back in front in the 71st minute through a Jace Donowa goal. Kymani McNeil then sealed the victory for the Somerset Trojans, making it 3-1 in the 90th minute.
The latest round of the Under-23 Summer League provided enthralling football, highlighting the talent and resilience of Bermuda's young players.
