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#By TENAJH SWEETING

#Tribune Sports Reporter

#tsweeting@tribunemedia.net

#SPORTS Heritage Month began on Wednesday and among the event’s sporting festivities will be the National Sports Awards slated for tomorrow evening.

#The ceremony is set to take place on the front lawn of the Thomas A Robinson National Stadium at 6:30pm. Nominees for the 26 categories are all in and winners will be awarded this weekend.

#The awards to be presented on Saturday are junior and senior high school student athlete (male and female), Family Island student athlete, collegiate athlete of the year, national secondary athletic school of the year (junior and senior), community sports award, Family Island Sports Council of the Year, youth national team of the year, national coach of the year, federation of the year, tourism impact of the year, Bahamas Olympic Committee award, Leevan Sands Courage award, athlete of the year with disability (male and female), national sportsmanship, Minister of Sports-for excellence, the Prime Minister Award for National Pride, Sports league of the year, tourism ambassador award, Family Island coach of the year,

#The male nominees for junior high school student athlete of the year are Christon Joseph, Craig Ferguson, David Singh, Devano Dorsett, Eagan Neely, Euland Rolle, Patrick Mactaggart, and Xavion Johnson. The nominees in contention for the female category include Abigail Smith, Anjaleah Knowles, Cara Rodgers, Davia Pinder, Kalél Nixon, Kamera Strachan, Katerina Coello, Keyezra Thomas, La’Breah Sands, Saleste Gibson,and Tatyana Madu.

#Female nominees for senior student athlete of the year are Jalisa Clarke, Jamiah Nabbie, Kaitlyn WIlliams, Kami Roach, Rhanishka Gibbs, Tera Sweeting, and Terrell McCoy. For the males, contending for the award will be Adrien Shearer, Branden Vanderpool, Dekari Turnquest, Jerald Carrol, Malcolm Menzies, Marvin Johnson, Valdez Edgecombe, and Zion Miller.

#The candidates for the national secondary athletic school of the year are CV Bethel, CR Walker, Queen’s College, St Augustine’s College, and Sunland Baptist Academy. The junior nominees in this category are AF Adderley, CH Reeves, St Augustine’s College, and Queen’s College.

#The contenders for the collegiate athlete of the year award are Jacobi Bain, Keyshawn Strachan, Kyle Wilson, and Lamar Taylor.

#Taylor will also be in the running for the Bahamas Olympic Committee award along with Rashield Williams, and Terrence Jones.

#Three nominees have been selected for the Leevan Sands Courage Award including the likes of Anthonique Strachan, Justin Roberts, and Rachel Thompson.

#Five nominees will hope to be awarded Family Island coach of the year honours on Saturday. The candidates are Anthony Williams, Felicia Cartwright, Kennard Mackey, Patricia Rolle, and Steven Brown.

#The National Sports Award for Federation of the Year is between the Bahamas Aquatic Federation, Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations, Bahamas Softball Federation, Bahamas Triathlon Association, Bahamas Boxing Federation, and Equestrian Bahamas.

#The athlete of year with a disability nominees are Caitlin Romer and Deron Forbes.

#The Tribune Sports section will announce the results of this weekend’s National Sports Awards next week Monday.

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LORRAINE LaFleur

BODYBUILDER Lorraine LaFleur posing.

#By BRENT STUBBS

#Senior Sports Reporter

#bstubbs@tribunemedia.net

#LORRAINE LaFleur can now boast of being the first Bahamian female to earn two professional bodybuilding cards.

#LaFleur, competing in her third event for the year, captured the IFBB Pro League overall title at the 2023 Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness and Performance Weekend.

#Held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, LaFleur added the NPC card to her Pro Elite card she got in Bogota, Colombia, in 2018.

#Opting not to go to the Caribbean Grand Prix on November 11 because she could get a chance to become the first Bahamian female to qualify for the Mr Olympia show, LaFleur won the Olando’s overall title after she took the women’s physique masters and women’s physique open divisions on Tuesday.

#Having won the triple crown, she competed in on her way to earning her NPC pro card, LaFleur said she still has to win another show next year in order to qualify for Mr Olympia. The mission, she said, is on.

#“This year, I was so tired and drained. I really didn’t care what the outcome was,” said LaFleur of the competition that took place on Tuesday. “I just wanted to get on the stage and get off because I was so tired.

#“But it was pretty easy. I just did what I had to do. I thought I did pretty good.”

#After spending the entire year training and competing, LaFleur said she was glad that she could finish off so strong. Now it’s time to celebrate and she will relish in her achievement this past year.

#“This was by far my best year,” she pointed out. “This year has been my performance; the training has been the best for me and my training was by far the best.”

#She attributed her success to the support she’s received from her supporting cast, including her daughter Allyssa Fox, who accompanied her in Orlando.

#“I have a 6 am training crew and a 7:30 pm training crew and we all go hard,” LaFleur revealed. “They kept pushing me even when I was tired. They kept saying ‘come on Lorraine, you can do this. They really had my back this year, so I owe a lot to them.”

#With the next two months to relax and enjoy the festive season, LaFleur said she intends to be right back in training as early as January in preparation for an early pro show in 2024 in order for her to secure her berth at Mr Olympic in October.

#Now that she has two pro cards, LaFleur said she doesn’t have to stress herself out in terms of competition because the shows don’t clash, which enables her to participate in whatever she chooses.

#“The Elite Pro doesn’t have as much competition as the NPC,” LaFleur said. “They don’t treat the athletes like the NPC. That is why I decided to switch and compete in the NPC. But I will still have a chance to compete in both competitions.”

#In the meantime, she will continue to prepare for whatever show pops up on the board until she gets to the ultimate stage at Mr Olympia.

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Dr Kent Bazard

#Introduction

#FEMALE athletes, like their male counterparts, possess distinctive anatomy and physiology that play a crucial role in their athletic performance and injury management.

#In this article, we delve into these unique aspects and explore how they influence the differentiation and management of injuries, while also considering the Female Athlete Triad.

#The Unique Anatomy and Physiology of Female Athletes

#Female athletes exhibit distinct anatomical and physiological characteristics:

#1 Biomechanics: Women often have a wider pelvic structure, which can impact their biomechanics and movement patterns, influencing both their performance and injury risk.

#2 Hormonal Fluctuations: The menstrual cycle introduces hormonal fluctuations, which can affect ligament laxity, stability, and susceptibility to certain injuries, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.

#3 Bone Health: Female athletes may face concerns regarding bone health, including a predisposition to stress fractures and a higher risk of osteoporosis in later life.

#Injury Differentiation and Management

#In the field of sports, female athletes face specific considerations related to injury differentiation and management:

#1 ACL Tears: Female athletes are more susceptible to ACL tears due to hormonal factors and biomechanical differences. Early diagnosis and tailored rehabilitation are crucial for a successful recovery.

#2 Stress Fractures: Issues related to bone density and female athletes’ unique physiology can contribute to an increased risk of stress fractures. Proper diagnosis and specific nutritional interventions are essential in these cases.

#3 Runner’s Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome): Female athletes often experience patellofemoral pain syndrome, resulting in chronic knee pain during activities. Rehabilitation strategies, including strengthening and flexibility exercises, are pivotal.

#Female Athlete Triad: A Critical Concern

#The Female Athlete Triad is a critical concern among female athletes. It’s characterised by three interrelated components: disordered eating, amenorrhea (absence of menstruation), and osteoporosis.

#The Triad has serious health implications and requires comprehensive management that focuses on nutrition, menstrual health, and bone density.

#Preventive Measures and Management

#Preventing and effectively managing injuries in female athletes involve several key elements:

#1 Biomechanical Assessments: Identifying abnormal movement patterns and gait through biomechanical assessments can aid in creating targeted injury prevention programmes.

#2 Nutrition and Bone Health: Nutritional education, especially for female athletes, is paramount.

#Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake is essential for optimal bone health.

#3 Hormonal Considerations: Being aware of hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle is crucial. Adapting training programmes and monitoring to minimise injury risks is essential.

#4 Injury-Specific Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation programmes should be tailored to the unique anatomy and physiology of female athletes. They need to address specific needs and biomechanical factors for optimal recovery.

#Conclusion

#Understanding the unique anatomy and physiology of female athletes is essential for their well-being and success in sports.

#Recognising these distinct attributes and injury challenges, along with addressing concerns like the Female Athlete Triad, allows us to empower female athletes to continue their athletic journey while prioritizing their health and performance.

#• Dr Kent Bazard is a Bahamian sports medicine physician, sports performance coach, sports nutrition specialist and founder of Empire Sports Medicine. Our mission is to empower athletes to reach new heights while safeguarding their health and well-being. We understand the unique demands of sports activities, and we are dedicated to helping athletes prevent injuries, overcome challenges, optimise nutrition and performance.

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#• Here’s a glance at some of the events on tap for this weekend:

#TODAY

#Track – Red-Line Athletics Track Club’s jumping clinic featuring Leevan ‘Superman’ Sands at the original Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium from 4-6 pm.

#Saturday

#Golf – National Sports Month’s Golf Tournament at the Bahamas Golf Federation’s Driving Range starting at 8am.

#Track – Red-Line Athletics Track Club’s 4th annual Motivational, Health and Wellness Seminar at the National Training Agency from 10:30am to 3:30pm.

#Softball

#Public Service Softball Tournament at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex. 9am – RBDF vs Inland Revenue. 9:45am – Police Red vs BDOCS. 10:30am – Agriculture vs Police Blue. 11:15am Ministry of Education vs Water & Sewerage.

#Noon – Winner Gm 1 vs Winner Gm 3. 12:45pm Winner GM 2 vs Winner GM 4. 1:30pm Loser GM 5 vs Loser GM 6 for 3rd place. 2:15pm – Winner GM 5 vs Winner GM 6 for championship. National Awards – 6:30pm Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture’s Awards and Hall of Fame Induction ceremony on the lawn of the ministry.

#Sunday

#Volleyball – New Providence Volleyball Association’s double header at the DW Davis Gymnasium. 3:30pm – Warhawks vs Defenders (M). 5pm – Lady Warhawks vs Panthers (L).

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#By TENAJH SWEETING

#Tribune Sports Reporter

#tsweeting@tribunemedia.net

#THE New Providence Basketball Association (NPBA) regular season is scheduled to return next week Saturday for opening night at the Kendal GL Isaacs Gymnasium.

#With a new president Ricardo Smith, and team of executives at the helm for the next four years, changes are on the way for the NPBA, starting with the season opener.

#The event will kick off with the NPBA Finals rematch between the Discount Distributors Rockets and the defending champions Commonwealth Bank Giants at 7:30pm.

#The announcement came during a press conference yesterday.

#The CB Giants swept the Rockets 3-0 to end the NPBA postseason with the division one championship hardware.

#In the previous season, the Rockets dealt a similar blow to the reigning champions and now they are hungry for revenge.

#NPBA president Smith said the anticipation for the opening night game has been sky-high since the final buzzer of game three in the NPBA Finals.

#“This game is a game that is most anticipated, people have been waiting to see the rematch.

#“We will have a new look Rockets and new look Giants, all I can say is you will have to come and see what happens because there is no guarantee on who is going to win,” the NPBA president said.

#The executive team has been vocal about their goals to transform NPBA basketball. So, on opening night, there will be a pregame show featuring performances by artists Nishie L S, and Dillon “DMAC” McKenzie as well as giveaways. Additionally, during the halftime break, the dancers of the Saxons Superstars will provide entertainment to usher in the second half.

#In efforts to reach a larger audience, the rematch will be broadcasted live by ZNS on November 11.

#The theme of the upcoming 2023-24 NPBA season is: “The year of the player” which is a dedication to active players and persons that have contributed to the growth of the night league. The league’s respective divisions have been renamed in honour of Derrick “Bat” Ferguson and Michael “Boshang” Cooper, the longest serving players in the association.

#This season will feature a record number of teams across both divisions with 23 set to compete.

#Twelve teams will be competing in division one, including the Giants, Rockets, Sand Dollar High Flyers, Caro Contractor Shockers, Leno Regulators, UB Mingoes, TMT Giants, Tucker Boys Mumbas, Zulu Media Great Whites, Investment Development Rebels, Centerville Stompers and Brandon Deli Kings. With a $10,000 prize up for grabs for the champions, competition will be stiff from the opening tip-off.

#Ten teams will look to dethrone the Your Essential Store Giants in division two. The teams vying to knock them off are the Rockets, Cyber Tech Marlins, Produce Exchange Rockets, BIBT Great Whites, Mekaddish Millionaires, Rhythm Rebels, Investment Development Rebels, Sand Dollar High Flyers, Heatwave and Javon Medical Shockers.

#Michael “Furley” Bain Jr, of the Giants team, said the defending champions are ready for business.

#“Our expectation stays the same, we are the defending champions and we are excited to get the season started. We know that opening night is going to be a tough battle that is probably going to set the tone for the rest of the season for us and we are looking forward to a high intensity battle come November 11,” Bain said.

#Ryan Turnquest, of the Rockets, is ready to avenge last season’s NPBA Finals loss. “We basically kept our core players, we made maybe two additions to the team and last year the Giants slipped away because of one or two injuries but we are not gonna let that happen this year. Opening night is going to be pretty exciting,” Turnquest said.

#Following the season opener at the Kendal GL Isaacs Gymnasium, the regular season games will continue at the CI Gibson Gymnasium.

#Repairs to the roof and floor of the AF Adderley Gymnasium are ongoing and expected to wrap up by December.

#The 2023-24 NPBA season continues until March of next year.

DOWN TO THE WIRE: The Government High School Magic senior girls took down the CR Walker Knights in three sets at the CI Gibson Gymnasium on Wednesday.

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#By TENAJH SWEETING

#Tribune Sports Reporter

#tsweeting@tribunemedia.net

#WITH the Government Secondary Schools Sports Association (GSSSA) volleyball regular season coming to a close, senior teams have turned up the intensity on the courts.

#The GSSSA volleyball playoffs are less than a week away – beginning next week Tuesday – for junior and senior teams.

#Action continued on Wednesday for the senior girls and boys at the CI Gibson High School, Anatol Rodgers School and DW Davis gymnasiums.

#The CR Walker Knights senior boys and girls took the floor against the Government High School Magic at CI Gibson.

#The Magic upset last year’s senior girls defending champions, the Knights, in a competitive three sets match. The Knights were locked into a tie in with the CV Bethel Stingrays coming into the matchup with a 4-1 win/loss record in the GSSSA volleyball standings.

#In the initial set, the Magic collected a narrow 25-24 win over the Knights to get on the score sheet first. The Knights charged back in set two and knocked off the Magic 25-20 to shift the momentum.

#However, the Magic regained their composure in the final set and won in convincing fashion (15-6) to hand the Knights their second loss of the season.

#Charma Smith, head coach of the Magic, credited the tough win against their opponents to their in-game strategy on the floor.

#“It is the same team from last year, I just put in more work with my girls. I had them focused on passing on the net, and keeping the balls deep. More than likely, we are gonna meet them again in the playoffs so we have to focus on the net. I know they are gonna come back strong but we just have to continue doing what we are doing and we are sure that we will come out on top,” Smith said.

#The Knights senior boys’ team had a better showing in their match after they shut down the Magic in two consecutive sets. The undefeated team claimed set one 25-14. The Magic put out a better performance in the following set but the Knights once again were victors, winning 25-18.

#Trevor Grant, head coach of the Knights, talked about the comfortable win against the Magic. “It is a pretty good win, the Magic came out to play, my guys made some mental errors. Hats off to the Magic last year, they gave us the shakes but this year we regrouped and came back much stronger,” Grant said.

#He added that the team is still a force to be reckoned with and, although they lost last year due to overconfidence, they want to remain undefeated going into next week’s playoffs.

#The Anatol Rodgers Timberwolves senior boys and girls took down the CC Sweeting Cobras in straight sets at their gymnasium.

#The girls asserted their dominance in set one and won 25-11 and secured set two 25-15.

#On the other side, the senior boys defeated the Cobras 25-13 in set one and topped it off with a 25-15 victory in set two to complete the wins for both divisions.

#The Stingrays pulled off a similar feat to the Timberwolves, with both the boys and girls winning their games. The senior school trumped the Doris Johnson Mystic Marlins in two sets apiece. For the girls, the Stingrays completed the set one victory 25-16 and had an identical score in set two.

#The boys emerged with a win in set one (25-19) and nabbed set two 25-20.

#The final games of the GSSSA volleyball regular season will be played today for the senior and junior schools. As previously mentioned, playoff action begins next week Tuesday, November 7.

RED-Line Athletics’ coaching staff with Ms Celine Scott, of Doctors Hospital Training Institute.

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#By BRENT STUBBS

#Senior Sports Reporter

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#WHILE they will prepare to hold their fourth annual Motivational, Health & Wellness Seminar for their athletes this weekend, the Red-Line Athletics Track Club hosted a course for their coaches and management team.

#All the coaches, with the exception of one, and three members of their management team participated in a First AID CPR and EE Course. They are coaches Tito Moss, Earl Rahming, Mike Armbrister, Rachante Colebrook, Kryshell Rolle and Cerio Rolle. The management team members were Shanique Sweeting, Thaillase Maycock and Mark Major

#“We found it necessary to all be compliant and certified in First AID and CPR because we are responsible for 90-something kids,” said Tito Moss, the club’s founding president and head coach. “And also, in light of the young man in Eleuthera who suddenly passed away and the guy from Queen’s College, who was attending a basketball practice at the school, we want to make sure we equipped ourselves with everything possible in case that there is an incident, we can cater to it immediately.”

#Having completed the initial course, Moss revealed that the club will do what is necessary to acquire an AED to make sure we have on hand in case there is an emergency.

#“We just pray and hope that there is never a need for the training and certification that we have gotten. But we will make sure that we equip ourselves to make sure that we are ready if there is one.”

#The certification, which was administered by Doctors Hospital Training Institute on Soldier Road, is for two years until October 28, 2025 with nine coaches and three management team members, successfully passing the course. Roberts, the only coach was not available, will take the certification on November 17,

#On Saturday, the Motivational, Health & Wellness Seminar, under the theme: “Building Holistic Champions,” will take place in the Sea Salt Room at the National Training Agency from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm.

#A wide range of topics will be presented by various speakers. They include the following:

#Bahamas Anti-Doping Commission, represented by Petra Haven and Dominic Laing, will speak on the topic “Anti-Doping and the Doping Control Process.”

#Joyce Johnson will address the topic of NCAA. What is NIL? Name, Image. Likeness and Maud Smith will speak on “Financial Wellness. Planning, Saving.”

#Bahamian Olympic bronze medalist and national triple jump record holder Leevan ‘Superman’ Sands will address two topics, one of which will be “Collegiate Recruitment: and the other will be “Athlete’s Self-Accountability – Importance of Warming Up, Warming Down, Stretching, Taking Care of your body.”

#Prior to participating in the seminar on Saturday, Sands will also share his expertise in a Jumps Clinic that will be staged on Friday between 4-6 pm at the original Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium.

Cartwright joins coaching staff at Brown University

MAKING WAVES: Top sailor Spencer Cartwright has joined the Brown University sailing team as the Davis Emma Assistant Coach Chair in 2023-24.

As of Thursday, November 2, 2023

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#By TENAJH SWEETING

#Tribune Sports Reporter

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#Top sailor Spencer Cartwright has made a name for himself on the waters and will now look to make his mark as an assistant coach for the Brown University sailing team.

#The four-time Bahamas National Optimist champion was immersed in the national sport since his start at the Bahamas Sailing Association summer camp programme at 8-years-old.

#After experiencing success at multiple international regional and world championships, Cartwright is ready to serve in his new role as the Davis Emma assistant coach chair for co-ed and women’s sailing for 2023-24.

#“It’s an honour to be brought on board to one of the most prestigious programmes in all of college sailing. It is rewarding to see all the hard work and dedication that I put into the sport come full circle and open doors for me in other aspects of my life,” he said.

#The transition to coaching was a relatively easy one for the decorated Roger Williams University graduate.

#While attending the private university, Cartwright served as the captain of their sailing team for three years, displaying his leadership ability.

#Upon culminating his pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in engineering along with a mathematics minor, he achieved the 2022 College Sailing All American Open Skipper and 2022 All-New England Intercollegiate Sailing Association (NEISA) First Team Skipper honours.

#He was fuelled by the freedom and independence felt on the boat in the open water and will use his passion to pass his knowledge and skills onto others.

#“I am hoping my input can help the team continue to perform at the highest level of college sailing. The team finished on the podium at three out of the seven national championships across the different sailing disciplines last year.

#“I am looking forward to building on that great showing and walking away with a national championship win this year,” the newest assistant coach said.

#Cartwright credited his journey in sailing for the understanding he has developed over the years from the sailor and captain perspectives.

#Despite all of his accomplishments overseas, he has been equally impressive at home. With four junior national championships in the Optimist Dinghy Class, he has won more than any sailor at that level.

#Additionally, he was ranked top in the Laser, Snipe, Sunfish and Optimist classes. He also represented The Bahamas at the Laser Junior World Championships, Optimist World Championships, World Sailing Youth Championships, and Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games.

#After representing the country at numerous competitions, the top sailor is determined to thrive in his new role.

#“At this point I have developed a keen understanding of not just the sport itself but the steps it takes to be a successful sailor. Recently, the sailing community back home has really kicked off thanks to the increased support when it became a national sport but it was quite small when I started out. In order to compete internationally I had to be more regimented, structured and efficient with my time on the water,” he said.

#Despite the initial setbacks, Cartwright is grateful for his journey in the newly-named national sport and will utilise that experience to lead the Brown University sailing team in the right direction.

#“It is always an honour to represent my country internationally, whether I am competing or coaching. I take pride in how my upbringing in The Bahamas has shaped who I am as an athlete and person and will do my best to let that shine wherever I am on the water,” he added.

#Cartwright joins many other Bahamians transitioning from partaking in sports to serving as coaches either here or across the world.

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#MIRAMAR, Florida — The University of The Bahamas men’s soccer team completed its two-match tour in South Florida undefeated after beating United International College 3-1 Saturday at The Miramar Regional Park. It was the first time a Mingoe team completed a tour with only wins.

#Midfielder Ronaldo Green turned in another hat trick for The Mingoes – his second in international play – to give the team the 3-1 win.

#Grand Pierre scored two goals – his first two as a Mingoe – to lead The Mingoes to the 8-2 win over Fort Lauderdale University Thursday at Lauderhill Park in the largest win for a Mingoes soccer team.

#The match against The UIC Eagle Rays started bumpy with lots of contact between players. However, Green was able to break free from a tackle to connect for the first goal in the 19th minute.

#The Eagle Rays’ defence turned on the pressure after that goal and that turned in a few offensive opportunities for The Eagle Rays. The Eagle Rays connected in the 39th minute to tie the match at 1.

#The teams would carry that tie into halftime when The Mingoes made several adjustments.

#The Eagle Rays were a bit more aggressive in the middle third coming out of the half, but Green was able to receive a short pass from Stanley Grand Pierre in the 51st minute to connect for a second goal to put The Mingoes up 2-1.

#Green was not done at that point. Eight minutes later, he scored off a chip shot in the 59th minute to give The Mingoes the commanding 3-1 lead.

#The Mingoes defence would hold on to pick up the second win of the tour and become the first team in UB history to finish an international tour with only notches in the win column. Three weeks ago, The Mingoes finished the tour with a tie and a win.

#Head coach Alex Thompson said the team is clearly growing with each match and is looking forward to big things from the squad.

#“They executed what we worked on in training and they tried to take a very professional approach too so I couldn’t be happier,” he said.

#“A few players stepped up today like Ronaldo Green with the hat trick, Peter Julmis and Evelt Julmis played very strong and again Nathan Wells was very solid for us today.

#“This shows that teams from The Bahamas can definitely compete internationally with the right structure and with the correct organisation. We can not only compete but we can definitely be successful.”

#The team now waits for The Bahamas Football Association season to start later this month.

Women’s national soccer team in scoreless draw with USVI.

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#ALL TIED UP: The Bahamas women’s national team finished in a 0-0 draw with the US Virgin Islands in an away game at the Bethlehem Soccer Complex over the weekend. Both teams remain winless in League C, Group C of the CONCACAF Women’s Road to Gold Cup standings but have earned one point apiece after their last matchup. The rematch will be played on home turf November 29.