Thomas College and their six-strong contingent of Bermudian players suffered an agonizing 3-2 defeat in extra time to SUNY Delhi in a dramatic North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Championship match that exploded into life in the second half.
The team, featuring Bermudian players Tre Burgess, Stefan Simmons, Cody Robinson, Justin Sukdeo, Adio DeShield-Tankard, and T'syi Showers, was a tense affair that saw both teams trade blows after a cagey opening.
After a scoreless first half, the game sprang into action immediately after the restart, with SUNY Delhi's Umaru Conteh scoring in the 46th minute to take the lead. Thomas College showed resilience, levelling the match at 1-1 when Daud Abdi scored in the 68th minute.
The turning point looked to be a strike from the Bermudian contingent when Cody Robinson found the back of the net in the 73rd minute, putting Thomas College ahead 2-1. However, SUNY Delhi hit back late, with Conteh scoring his second goal of the game in the 87th minute to force the match into extra time.
The deadlock was finally broken in the second period of extra time. SUNY Delhi found the crucial goal in the 102nd minute when Aidan Gaughan fired home, securing the 3-2 victory and the NAC Championship title for SUNY Delhi.
The defeat marks a bitter end to the season for Thomas College, who came within minutes of securing the championship trophy.
Saturday, November 08, 2025
Bascome Blue Edge Five-Goal Thriller to Claim Under 13 Title
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FC Bascome Blue 3 Somerset Trojans 2
FC Bascome Blue were crowned the Bermuda Football Association Gregory Grimes Under 13 champions after securing a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Somerset Trojans in a hard-fought final at the Somerset Cricket Club.
The final was a captivating, end-to-end affair that saw the lead change hands and the scores drawn twice before a decisive winner was found.
Mackay Browne opened the scoring for FC Bascome Blue, giving his side the early advantage. However, the Somerset Trojans responded quickly, with Ryan Tavarrez finding the back of the net to level the match.
Browne proved to be a constant threat, scoring his second goal of the game to restore the lead for FC Bascome Blue. Yet again, the resilient Somerset Trojans fought back, with Asa Trew-Smith scoring to draw the game level at 2-2 and set up a nervous final period.
The crucial, title-winning goal eventually came from Quinn Farnsworth, who found the back of the net to score what proved to be the winner for FC Bascome Blue, securing the championship trophy with a final score of 3-2.
The outstanding contributions of the star players were recognized after the final whistle, with Mackay Browne named MVP for FC Bascome Blue and Asa Trew-Smith earning the MVP award for the Somerset Trojans.
Friday, November 07, 2025
Hibernian Draw Dynamo Kyiv in Domestic Champions Path
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Logan Jimenez and his Hibernian FC U19 teammates have learned their next challenge in the UEFA Youth League domestic champions path, drawing Ukrainian youth champions FC Dynamo Kyiv in the third round.
Hibernian secured their passage by defeating FC 2 Korriku with a comfortable 4-1 aggregate score in the previous round. They will now face a significant step up in competition against Dynamo Kyiv, one of the most respected youth academies in European football.
Dynamo Kyiv earned their spot in the third round after overcoming Swedish outfit IF Brommapojkarna, winning their tie 3-1 on aggregate.
The third-round tie will be contested over two legs, with the first match scheduled for late November:
Wednesday, November 26: FC Dynamo Kyiv will host Hibernian FC in the first leg. Wednesday, December 10: Hibernian FC will host FC Dynamo Kyiv in the decisive second leg.
Jimenez and the Hibernian squad will be aiming to progress further in the competition, with the winner of this third-round tie advancing to a play-off round against a runner-up from the UEFA Champions League path.
Friday, November 07, 2025
Sandys Claim U12 Title in Dramatic Final Against Whitney
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Sandys Secondary Middle School were crowned champions of the Bermuda School Sports Federations (BSSF) Middle School Under 12 Six-a-Side Tournament, defeating The Whitney Institute 2-0 in a decisive final at Shelly Bay.
The West Enders wasted no time asserting their dominance, with Cove Bailey giving them the crucial early lead, scoring in the very first minute of the match. Sandys managed to hold onto that narrow advantage through to the half-time whistle, despite both teams creating numerous chances in the tightly contested match.
The victory was sealed in the most dramatic fashion in the final minute of the game. Kimmori Azzario Woods rose highest to head home a corner kick, securing the 2-0 win for the champions and confirming Sandys' superiority on the day.
Sandys’ path to the final was marked by a dominant performance in the semi-finals, where they defeated Warwick Academy 4-0. In that match, both final goalscorers shone brightly, with Cove Bailey and Kimmori Azzario Woods each netting twice to send their team through.
Whitney Institute’s journey to the final was more nervy; they battled Saltus Grammar School through a scoreless semi-final before eventually prevailing in a tense penalty shootout to earn their place against Sandys.
Bermuda School Sports Federations (BSSF) Middle School Under 12 Six-a-Side Tournament Results
POOL A
4 Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning 1 Francis Patton
3 Whitney Institute 0 Warwick Academy
6 Warwick Academy 0 Francis Patton
5 Warwick Academy 1 Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning
2 Whitney Institute 1 Francis Patton
2 Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning 2 Whitney Institute
POOL B
4 Somersfield Academy 0 MSA
2 Sandys Secondary Middle 1 Saltus Grammar
5 Saltus Grammar 0 MSA
4 Somersfield Academy 2 Sandys Secondary Middle
6 Sandys Secondary Middle 0 MSA
1 Saltus Grammar 0 Somersfield Academy
SEMI-FINALS
0 Whitney Institute – (won on penalties) 0 Saltus Grammar
4 Sandys Secondary Middle 0 Warwick Academy
FINAL
2 Sandys Secondary Middle 0 Whitney Institute
Friday, November 07, 2025
Bermuda Trio Shine in Historic ‘Double‑Double’ in Canada
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Bermudian stars Michael Madeiros and Jah’Zion Taylor, with Bermuda‑resident Heris Ziai, lead St. Andrew’s College to back‑to‑back regional and national titles
A powerful Bermudian presence helped fuel a record‑making season for St. Andrew’s College (SAC) 1st Soccer, as the Saints clinched both the Conference of Independent Schools Athletic Association (CISAA) league crown and the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) national title—for the second consecutive year. The achievement marks an unprecedented double‑double for the program, with SAC going undefeated in league play (8‑0‑1) and keeping a perfect clean sheet through the national tournament.
Driving this historic run was the outstanding contribution of Bermudians Michael Madeiros ’27 and Jah’Zion Taylor ’27, along with Bermuda resident Heris Ziai ’27. Their performances—on and off the field—were pivotal in SAC’s defensive strength, attacking flair, and cohesive team dynamic.
Madeiros, a starting fullback, has emerged as one of SAC’s most dependable and exciting players. His tactical intelligence, strength in duels, and composure under pressure made him a defensive anchor in every match. In the CAIS semifinal, Madeiros delivered a moment of brilliance—rising above defenders to score a powerful header, helping send SAC to the final.
On the wings, Taylor brought pace, creativity, and relentless pressure, constantly stretching opposition backlines and creating scoring chances throughout the season. Ziai, despite managing a mid-season injury, remained a vital part of the squad’s unity—offering leadership, strategic insight, and support both on and off the field.
Coach Adrian Bradbury shared, “Michael, Jah’Zion and Heris have consistently raised their level this year, and Michael’s goal in the semifinal was a huge boost for the squad. Their work ethic, skills and team-first approach reflect the character we're building at SAC. It's fantastic to have Bermuda — not just part of our current success — but shaping our program's legacy.”
