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Friday, January 16, 2026
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Youth Referees @ Warwick Academy Recognized
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Four youth referees enrolled at Warwick Academy have been recognized by the Bermuda Football Association & Warwick Academy for their performance, dedication and contributions to the sport officiating in youth & senior matches.
Warwick Academy offers a youth referee training program in conjunction with the Referees Committee of the Bermuda Football Association. The program was the brainchild of BFA Vice President & Referee Committee Chair Mr. Crenstant Williams, and began in 2024.
Students have the opportunity to enroll in the course during term 2 enrichment & activities periods @ Warwick Academy.
The aim of the program is to address the shortage of qualified officials in Bermuda by helping to develop young referees with the confidence and skills sets to begin officiating in youth matches, and progressing to join the ranks of officials for senior matches in the BFA leagues.
Delivery of the program is managed by the Club Technical Director of Football at Warwick Academy - Richard Todd, with expertise and resources provided by the Bermuda Football Association.
A combination of in-person and online sessions are led by:
Alan Snoddy - a senior course leader @ the UEFA Referee Center of Excellence & FIFA Referee Technical Instructor who works with coaching young promising referees. Alan was appointed to officiate in the 1986 ( Mexico) and 1990 ( Italy) World Cup finals tournament.
Simon Breivik - an exercise scientist who works with UEFA & the Professional Game & Match Officials Limited, where he is the Head of Physical Performance. The PGMOL is the organization responsible for the training, development and management of referees for the English Premier & Championship Leagues.
Recognized for demonstrating commitment & dedication as an up and coming youth referee in the Bermuda Football Association youth football leagues was Edward Wyer and Jacob Stickland.
Certificates of Merit were presented to Dash Bailey and Rhys Pedro, for demonstrating outstanding performance and commitment as an up and coming youth referee in the Bermuda Football Association youth & Senior football leagues.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Bermuda Duo Help Blackburn Under-18’s to Cup Victory
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Bermuda Under-20 internationals Harlem Bean-Fox and Kennahz Fray made an immediate impact for Blackburn Rovers Under-18s, helping the side to a 4-2 victory over Accrington Stanley.
The trialist duo, who arrived from the Future Pro Academy this week, were thrust straight into the starting line-up for the Lancashire U18s Cup first-round tie. In a high-scoring affair, Rovers proved too strong for their local rivals, securing their progression to the second round of the competition.
For Bean-Fox and Fray, the fixture represented the "final phase" of their trial at the Championship club’s senior training centre. Both players have been in scintillating form in the National Football Youth League this season, and their ability to transition into a professional academy environment was a key test for Rovers' coaching staff.
The 4-2 win provides a perfect platform for the pair as they look to follow in the footsteps of fellow countryman Kalen Brunson, who recently secured a professional breakthrough at Queens Park Rangers.
The victory ensures Rovers remain in the hunt for domestic silverware, while providing the Bermudian internationals with a vital victory on their resume as they pursue a permanent contract at Ewood Park.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026
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Trio Compete in Can-Am Winter Showcase
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Bermudians Michael Madeiros and Jah’Zion Taylor, along with Bermuda resident Heris Ziai, made their presence known as St. Andrew’s College (SAC) 1st Soccer competed at the Can-Am Winter Showcase in Geneva, New York. With plenty of NCAA coaches toeing the sidelines, SAC stood toe-to-toe with some of the top U19 academies in North America, showing poise, defensive structure, and flashes of attacking brilliance.
Michael Madeiros ’27, SAC’s dependable centre back, was a standout throughout the tournament, leading the defensive unit with maturity, clean tackles, and relentless focus. Heris Ziai ’27 provided box-to-box energy and control, and in the final match, delivered a goal to cap off a strong performance. Jah’Zion Taylor ’27, playing on the wing, brought blistering pace and sharp dribbling ability—repeatedly beating defenders and creating attacking chances with his confidence on the ball and agility in wide spaces.
In their opening match, SAC narrowly fell 1–0 to Syracuse MLS Next U19, despite out-chancing their opponents and displaying excellent defensive organization. On Sunday, they faced powerhouse Northwood School (NY)—one of the top-ranked prep teams in the U.S.—in another tight 1–0 loss that could have gone either way. In their final fixture, SAC secured a 3–2 win over North York Academy, with Ziai scoring and Taylor creating space and width that stretched the backline.
Despite limited goals, SAC’s performances earned praise from coaches and spectators alike for their tactical discipline, resilience, and individual brilliance—particularly from the Bermuda-linked trio.
Coach Adrian Bradbury reflected on the effort: "Our defence was outstanding — Michael and Heris led by example with their intensity and discipline. Their ability to stay organized and composed under pressure allowed us to compete against top‑tier teams. This showcase was another important step for our programme as we build toward our next events.”
St. Andrew’s College will be on island for the Canadian Boarding School Fair on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 4:30–7:30 p.m. at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI). Families are invited to meet Bruce Keyes, SAC’s Admissions Manager, to learn more about academic pathways, sports programmes, boarding life, and scholarship opportunities. bruce.keyes@sac.on.ca
As one of Canada’s most prestigious independent boys’ schools, SAC offers a world-class education and high-performance athletics—including football, rugby, hockey, volleyball, and a top-ranked soccer programme that continues to welcome and develop Bermudian student-athletes.
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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Blackburn Rovers Offer Final Trial Phase for Bermudian Duo
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Bermuda Under-20 internationals Harlem Bean-Fox and Kennahz Fray have taken a significant step toward a professional career in England, joining Blackburn Rovers for the final phase of their trial this week.
The pair, who have been developing at the Coventry-based Future Pro Academy, will integrate with the Rovers’ Under-18 squad at the club’s senior training centre. The high-stakes week is set to culminate in a Professional Academy fixture, where both players are scheduled to feature against Accrington Stanley.
Bean-Fox and Fray have been in scintillating form for Future Pro this season, helping the side maintain an unbeaten run at the top of the Under-23 National Football Youth League. Their transition to the Lancashire outfit follows a series of standout performances, including Fray’s recent clinical strike in the English Association of Colleges National Cup.
For Future Pro Academy, the invitation represents a major validation of their elite development programme. "Having two players invited into an EFL Championship Academy and selected to compete in a professional academy match is a strong reflection of the pathways we are creating," the academy said in a statement. "It shows the performance standards we continue to raise."
Bean-Fox is no stranger to the high-pressure environment of the English second tier, having previously undergone a trial with Coventry City. For both players, the move to Blackburn offers a direct route into the professional ranks as they look to join the growing contingent of Bermudians making their mark in the English Football League.
Should they impress against Accrington Stanley, the duo could follow in the footsteps of fellow countryman Kalen Brunson, who recently made his professional breakthrough at Queens Park Rangers.
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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Jimenez & Hibs Exits Youth Cup by Hearts
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Logan Jimenez and his Hibernian Under-18 teammates saw their Scottish Youth Cup journey end at the quarter-final stage on Tuesday evening, falling to a clinical 3-0 defeat against city rivals Hearts at Oriam.
Hibs asserted their dominance early in the Edinburgh Derby, controlling the tempo and leaving the visitors frustrated in a high-stakes encounter. For Bermudian international Jimenez, the night began on a contentious note. In the 13th minute, the versatile forward appeared to be brought down inside the Hearts penalty area. However, rather than pointing to the spot, the referee booked Jimenez for simulation, a decision that sparked protests from the Hibernian bench.
Hearts capitalized on that momentum just six minutes later. Tommy North carved open the Hibs defence with a slide-rule pass, allowing center-forward Connor Dow to race through and coolly slot the opener past Vautherin.
The hosts doubled their lead before the interval through Keir McMeekin. The midfielder picked up the ball 25 yards out and unleashed a drilled effort that stayed low, nestling into the bottom corner of the net.
Hibernian pushed for a route back into the match in the second half, with Jimenez testing the Hearts backline with his pace, but the result was put beyond doubt late on. McMeekin turned provider, ghosting to the byline and cutting the ball back for substitute Charlie Sanders, who fired home from close range to seal Hearts' place in the semi-finals.
For Jimenez—who recently made his senior Bermuda debut in World Cup qualifying—the focus now returns to the CAS Elite Youth League, where Hibernian remain in a tightly contested title race.
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