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LocalApril 17, 2024 at 5:39 pm Laurencia Smith

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Report from 50th CARIFTA Track and Field Games tabled in the House of Assembly

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Auditor General noted several deficiencies in his report for the 50th Edition of the CARIFTA Track and Field Games, which covered the period September 1, 2022, to April 30, 2023. Auditor General Terrance Bastian concluded that the government initially budgeted a sum of one million dollars. However, the public purse ended […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Auditor General noted several deficiencies in his report for the 50th Edition of the CARIFTA Track... read more »

April 17, 2024 at 5:39 pm | Laurencia Smith

LocalApril 17, 2024 at 12:18 pm Laurencia Smith

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World Athletics Bahamas Relays 2024 mascot makes a special visit

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — BTC World Athletics Bahamas 2024 officials and the Bahamian Potcake mascot Bingo visited The Bahamas Humane Society Wednesday morning during its bi-weekly dog walking session. Assistant Shelter Manager Peter Feildman welcomed Bingo with open arms on Wednesday during the quick visit. The World Relays Bahamas is set for May 4 and 5 […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — BTC World Athletics Bahamas 2024 officials and the Bahamian Potcake mascot Bingo visited The Bahamas Humane Society... read more »

April 17, 2024 at 12:18 pm | Laurencia Smith

LocalApril 13, 2024 at 1:26 pm Laurencia Smith

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Bahamian Baller Signs Multi-Year Deal With LA Clippers

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Bahamian Center Kai Jones is heading to the LA Clippers ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, he entered a multi-year deal with the team, according to International Sports Daily. The first-round NBA draft pick hasn’t made a league appearance this season, notwithstanding playing under a 10-day contract with the Philadelphia 76ers in […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Bahamian Center Kai Jones is heading to the LA Clippers ahead of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, he... read more »

April 13, 2024 at 1:26 pm | Laurencia Smith

LocalApril 9, 2024 at 10:44 am Laurencia Smith

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National Track & Field Championships Announced

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Ministry of Sports, in collaboration with Ministry of Education, officially announced the launch of the 2024 National High School Track and Field Championships under theme “Ringing in a New Era of Sporting Excellence;” the meet is scheduled to be held April 11-14 at the original Thomas A. Robison National Stadium. Sports […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Ministry of Sports, in collaboration with Ministry of Education, officially announced the launch of the 2024... read more »

April 9, 2024 at 10:44 am | Laurencia Smith

SportsApril 2, 2024 at 11:48 pm Eyewitness News

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PHOTOS: Team Bahamas celebrates sixth consecutive CARIFTA Aquatics win

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Get a closer look at Team Bahamas celebrating six straight through the lens of Eyewitness News Staff Photographer Jahiem Rahming.

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Get a closer look at Team Bahamas celebrating six straight through the lens of Eyewitness News Staff... read more »

April 2, 2024 at 11:48 pm | Eyewitness News

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PHOTOS: Team Bahamas at the opening of CARIFTA Aquatics 2024

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Team Bahamas at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships opening ceremony through the eyes of our staff photographer Jahiem Rahming.

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Team Bahamas at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships opening ceremony through the eyes of our staff photographer Jahiem... read more »

March 29, 2024 at 10:05 pm | Eyewitness News

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PHOTOS: Regional teams arrive for CARIFTA Aquatics 2024

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Regional Teams at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships opening ceremony through the eyes of our staff photographer Jahiem Rahming.

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Regional Teams at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships opening ceremony through the eyes of our staff photographer Jahiem... read more »

March 29, 2024 at 10:03 pm | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 28, 2024 at 10:10 am Laurencia Smith

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Aquatics Federation Extends Condolences To The Family Of The Late Former Politician Don Saunders

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Bahamas Aquatics Federation President Algernon Cargill, described the late Don Saunders, who was shot and killed during an armed robbery late Wednesday night in Gambier Village, as a proud swim parent and a long-time supporter of their national teams; as the organization extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Bahamas Aquatics Federation President Algernon Cargill, described the late Don Saunders, who was shot and killed... read more »

March 28, 2024 at 10:10 am | Laurencia Smith

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SportsMarch 27, 2024 at 4:39 pm Laurencia Smith

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CARIFTA team urges public to support our swimmers

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — There are just a few days left before the 2024 CARFITA Aquatics Championships, set for the Easter Holiday weekend, March 29 to April 2 at the Betty Kelly Kenning Aquatic Center. Senior Director of Operations for the Local Organizing Committee Georgette Albury says ticket sales are going well. If you’re looking to […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — There are just a few days left before the 2024 CARFITA Aquatics Championships, set for the Easter... read more »

March 27, 2024 at 4:39 pm | Laurencia Smith

SportsMarch 27, 2024 at 1:28 pm Laurencia Smith

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Team Bahamas To Compete In Florida Relays

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Team Bahamas is gearing up for a competitive weekend in Gainesville, Florida where they will compete in the Florida Relays on March 30th. The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) released the names of the athletes, on March 26, 2024, who will represent the country in the Men’s and Women’s 4×100 […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Team Bahamas is gearing up for a competitive weekend in Gainesville, Florida where they will compete... read more »

March 27, 2024 at 1:28 pm | Laurencia Smith

LocalMarch 27, 2024 at 9:57 am Theo Sealy

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ILTV Network Will Live Stream CARIFTA Aquatics Championships

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – ILTV Network will live stream the upcoming CARIFTA Aquatics Championships slated to be held at the Betty Kelly Kenning Swim Complex between March 29th to April 2nd, 2024. Nearly 400 athletes from 25 countries will compete in this year’s regional meet and Team Bahamas’ 36-member has its eyes set on its […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – ILTV Network will live stream the upcoming CARIFTA Aquatics Championships slated to be held at the... read more »

March 27, 2024 at 9:57 am | Theo Sealy

LocalMarch 27, 2024 at 4:35 am Eyewitness News

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Update on preparations for CARIFTA swimming championships

March 27, 2024 at 4:35 am | Eyewitness News

LocalMarch 27, 2024 at 4:15 am Jayson Braynen

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Tournaments showcase the youngest and brightest chess stars in The Bahamas

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Chess Federation hosted the Scholastic Chess Team and Individual tournaments on Saturday, March 23rd, which determined the country’s best school and student chess players for 2024. This year’s events were held under the theme “chess is for everyone.” In total, 49 students competed at Queen’s College. The host school dominated […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Chess Federation hosted the Scholastic Chess Team and Individual tournaments on Saturday, March 23rd, which... read more »

March 27, 2024 at 4:15 am | Jayson Braynen

LocalMarch 26, 2024 at 11:00 am Laurencia Smith

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Cargill: Pleased With $5M Swim Complex Overhaul, But More Work Needed

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While The Bahamas Aquatics Federation President Algernon Cargill is satisfied with the progress of renovations at the Betty Kelly Kenning Swim Complex ahead of the 2024 CARFITA Aquatics Championships, he admitted that additional work is needed after the regional meet to return the complex to its former glory days; it remained […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – While The Bahamas Aquatics Federation President Algernon Cargill is satisfied with the progress of renovations at... read more »

March 26, 2024 at 11:00 am | Laurencia Smith

LocalMarch 26, 2024 at 10:05 am Laurencia Smith

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Swim Practice Continues For Team Bahamas

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – It was back to the pool again for a second round of swimming practice for The Bahamas’ 36-member CARIFTA Aquatics team just days ahead of the 2024 CARIFTA Aquatics Championships; Team Bahamas has its eyes set on a sixth consecutive win. The team’s Head Coach Travano McPhee said the swimmers are “adjusting […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – It was back to the pool again for a second round of swimming practice for The Bahamas’... read more »

March 26, 2024 at 10:05 am | Laurencia Smith

SportsMarch 20, 2024 at 12:36 pm Laurencia Smith

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BTC sponsors $300k for World Relays

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has committed 300,000 dollars in sponsorship and is serving as the title sponsor of the World Athletics Relays Bahamas 24. The revelation was made Tuesday morning at a title sponsor announcement press conference at the Andre Rodgers National Baseball Stadium Event Hall. Sameer Bhatti BTC CEO expressed his […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- The Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) has committed 300,000 dollars in sponsorship and is serving as the title sponsor... read more »

March 20, 2024 at 12:36 pm | Laurencia Smith

SportsMarch 19, 2024 at 4:25 am Eyewitness News

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IisaBahamianBey partners with Team Bahamas

March 19, 2024 at 4:25 am | Eyewitness News

SportsMarch 18, 2024 at 2:58 pm Laurencia Smith

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Team Bahamas named for CARIFTA 2024

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The 76-member team that will represent The Bahamas at the 51st CARIFTA Games in Grenada has been named and ratified by the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA). The names made their way to our sports desk following three days of fiercely competitive CARIFTA trials at the Thomas A. Robinson track and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The 76-member team that will represent The Bahamas at the 51st CARIFTA Games in Grenada has been... read more »

March 18, 2024 at 2:58 pm | Laurencia Smith

SportsMarch 16, 2024 at 6:58 pm Laurencia Smith

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Amped & ready: The Bahamas’ CARIFTA Aquatics team excited to compete

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Marvin Johnson, Rhanishka Gibbs, Kyana Higgs, and Tristin Ferguson have been named team captains of the 36-member squad that will represent The Bahamas at the 2024 CARIFTA Aquatics Championships. The junior regional meet is set for March 29th to April 3rd at the Betty Kelly-Kenning National Swim Complex. Eyewitness News spoke with […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Marvin Johnson, Rhanishka Gibbs, Kyana Higgs, and Tristin Ferguson have been named team captains of the 36-member... read more »

March 16, 2024 at 6:58 pm | Laurencia Smith

SportsMarch 15, 2024 at 7:01 pm Laurencia Smith

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IT’S OFFICIAL: Kai Jones officially signs with the Philadelphia 76ers

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- NBA Center Kai Jones has officially signed a new contract with the Philadelphia 76ers today. No policy or terms of the deal were disclosed. Jones will wear jersey number 88, according to a statement published on the teams website Friday afternoon. Jones is the second Bahamain on the Philadelphia roaster behind Grand Bahama native, and […]

NASSAU, BAHAMAS- NBA Center Kai Jones has officially signed a new contract with the Philadelphia 76ers today. No policy or terms... read more »

March 15, 2024 at 7:01 pm | Laurencia Smith