Provides the latest RSS feeds for Bahamas News. For more headlines on Breaking, National, Business, Finance, Sports and World News, visit our home page Caribbean Herald.com http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/cat/ce785a18ec739f45/ en-us Sat, 25 May 2013 19:47:00 -0400 Sat, 25 May 2013 19:47:00 -0400 30 KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comFreeport native Rashan Brown will line-up in the 400 meters (m) event at the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Championships, as confirmed by University of Georgia Assistant Coach George Cleare yesterday.Freshmen Brown and Shaunae Miller are among the female representatives for the Georgia Bulldogs in the one-lap event. This will mark the first ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764168/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 17:35:26 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764168/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 More than 500 pairs of sleepy feet were wide awake to participate in the 12th Annual Atlantic Medical Insurance Funwalk on Saturday, April 27th, 2013 which started at 6:30 a.m. at the company's office in the Jasmine Corporate Center. "This year's support was phenomenal," says Office Manager Lisa Turnquest, "it seems that our funwalk has gotten its "wings" back ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764172/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 17:35:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764172/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sports ScopeBy Fred SturrupThe Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (formerly Bahamas Amateur Athletic Association) is a storied organization, linked to some of the great contributors to a wholesome Bahamian society, through sports and otherwise.Today, there exists a division within the administration of the BAAA that does not do justice at all to the honorable presidents who through the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764171/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 17:35:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764171/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 By Buster LaingSpecial to The FNThe start of the Grand Bahama Little League Baseball season is the most optimistic time of the year for every fan involved. Fans, parents, players and sponsors all feel like good things are in their future, whether that means just exceeding expectations or getting over the play-off hump. Baseball is also a cruel game that can knock you back down to earth in a ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764169/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 17:35:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764169/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Buster LaingSpecial to The FNThe G.B.S.S.A.A. Charlie Robins/Sports Insider Private School versus Pubic School All Star Basketball Classic is a time to kick back and enjoy the best of the high school basketball's elite.The All-star Classic, which was scheduled to take place last week, was postponed because of severe inclement weather. The Classic is back on tonight at the St. Georges ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764170/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 17:35:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214764170/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 BUSTER LAINGSpecial to TFNThe atmosphere was brimming with excitement and somberness Friday night at the Grand Bahama Sports Complex Softball Park for the 2013 Grand Bahama Amateur Softball Association opening night ceremonies.A moment of silence was observed to remember the families of those softball heroes, who have fallen and the ones who are recovering from accident and sickness. ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214763911/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 16:53:04 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214763911/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Lindsey Wright didn't realize she finished with six straight 3s on her scorecard. She couldn't name the holes where she made her seven birdies on Saturday. She only knew she played some pretty good golf in the Bahamas LPGA ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214763619/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 16:37:38 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214763619/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comNesley Jean's one-on-one shot with goalkeeper Jersson Alas not only netted the biggest win for the men's national soccer team, but it also landed them into the semi-finals.In the nail-biting game with Guatemala yesterday, The Bahamas prevailed with a 4-3 win and is now ready to play the United States. The semi-final matches start ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762649/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:58:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762649/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 SHELDON LONGLEYGuardian Sports Editorslongley@nasguard.comWith the country celebrating its 40th year of independence this year, it was only fitting for the one sports federation whose nationals coincide with the actual independence to do something to signify the occasion.The Bahamas Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (BBFF) is also celebrating the number 40 this year, as it will host its 40th ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762648/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:58:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762648/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sports ScopeBy Fred SturrupThe big battle raging within the executive of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) might actually be decided, ultimately, based on the decision taken by the Bahamas Olympic Committee (BOC).Reportedly, there was a meeting held with BAAA President Mike Sands present along with other members of the BAAA Council, and there was a vote of no confidence ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762650/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:58:25 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762650/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sharell LockhartFN News Reportersharell@nasguard.comShavon Munnings still remembers the beautiful smile of her late sister Tiffany Smith-LaRoda and the loving way she cared for her children but she also recalls the brutally agonizing way her sister died eight years ago.Murdered by the hands of her estranged husband Labion LaRoda following an early afternoon domestic dispute on Tuesday May 24, ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762201/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:12:16 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762201/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Legacy Coach Pitch Play-offs Game 1 Bellevue Red Sox 3, GB Port Authority Dodgers 0The Bellevue Red Sox and the GB Port Authority Dodgers put on a defensive show in game one oftheir play-offs series. The Red Sox scored 3 runs over 4 innings to defeat the Dodgers 3 runs to 0 runs.Red Sox most outstanding player: Reuben Swain - 3 AT BATS, SINGLE, 1 RUN, 1 RBI, 3 DEFENSIVE OUTSDodgers most ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762200/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:12:16 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762200/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 ASHLEY?PENNFN News Reporterashley@nasguard.comDespite the scorching heat, thousands of students from throughout Grand Bahama paraded through the streets to a massive rally at the Independence Park yesterday.The pupils were treated to an array of cultural performances by various schools and entertainers within the community to celebrate the upcoming milestone of the nation's 40th anniversary ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762204/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:12:15 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762204/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Desiree JosephFN?News ReporterA woman appeared before Freeport Magistrates Court yesterday in connection with an incident that allegedly took place at Jack Hayward High School.Tamika Lynette Morley, 33, of Rhodes Lane, is charged with disorderly behavior, resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer. She denies the offences.It is alleged that Morley became violent during a meeting with the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762203/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:12:15 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762203/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 YASMIN POPESCUFN News Reporteryasmin@nasguard.comArming residents of Grand Bahama with information on hurricane and disaster preparedness was the goal behind the hurricane seminar held by the East Grand Bahama Constituency and their Member of Parliament Peter Turnquest yesterday evening.The seminar was at the Eric Sam building, Church of the Ascension, with representatives from the insurance, ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762202/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 13:12:15 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214762202/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 A number of the premier football clubs have expressed interest and made several inquiries on how to make The Bahamas their destination of choice for off-season training and exhibition ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760448/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:48:12 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760448/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Several days after two men were shot dead on Kemp Road, residents of the area were sent scrambling again yesterday morning after gunfire erupted. This time, police and an armed robbery suspect exchanged fire. Police said the suspect was shot in his legs. The shootout happened just before a planned police walkabout in the area in response to the double murder on Whit Monday. Superintendent Paul ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760374/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:48:11 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760374/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Carlon Rolle, 28 (center) was led into court yesterday charged with two counts of murder, attempted murder and weapons possession. PHOTOS: AHVIA J. ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760449/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:48:09 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760449/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 The alleged head of the Caribbean arm of an international drug smuggling gang was yesterday refused bail pending a challenge of an extradition order. Senior Justice Jon Isaacs denied bail for Melvin Maycock Sr. on the grounds that he would reoffend if released. Maycock is serving time in connection with a 1,150 pound marijuana seizure committed while police were looking to pick him up on an ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760376/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:48:08 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760376/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Relatives of an 11-year-old girl who was allegedly molested aboard a Disney Dream cruise last August indicated to Bahamian authorities they did not want to pursue criminal charges, Superintendent Paul Rolle said yesterday. Rolle's comments came as several international media houses highlighted the incident this week with Florida authorities suggesting they lost their chance to pursue the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760377/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:48:06 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760377/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Despite not having all of the figures, General Manger in the National Sports Authority (NSA) Jeffery Beckles dubbed the hosting of the first premier football game a huge success. Beckles was pleased with the overall event saying it ran smoothly and very efficiently. The Bahamas played host to the Tottenham Hotspur and the Reggae Boyz from Jamaica on Thursday. The historic game was played at the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760450/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:48:00 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760450/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 The majority of drainage wells in Pinewood Gardens were either severely clogged or simply did not do what they were intended to during the torrential rain that flooded that area this week, Ministry of Works officials said yesterday. Dexter Williams, senior engineer responsible for drainage, said there was not much more the ministry could have done to alleviate flooding in the low-lying ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760378/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:47:54 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760378/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Some two weeks ago Mike Sands confirmed the taking of a no confidence vote against Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations' Vice President Iram lewis, General Secretary Carl Oliver and executive member Harrison Petty. Subsequently the three labeled the process illegal and stood firm on their elected positions as of November of last year. There was another announcement by BAAA ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760451/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:47:49 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760451/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Urban Renewal, in collaboration with several church organizations, led a team through Kemp Road yesterday as they conducted a walkabout after a double murder and several shootings occurred in the area earlier this week. Pictured from left, Pastor Dale Rahming, Bishop Walter Hanchell and Urban Renewal Director Superintendent Stephen Dean. PHOTOS: AHVIA J. ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760379/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:47:38 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760379/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas -; Mindy Kim birdied her last hole Saturday morning to join the leaders after one strange round of the Bahamas LPGA ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760380/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 10:45:53 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214760380/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 The decision to cut the rounds to 12 holes was supposed to ease the players through to Sunday, but the conditions did not let up and play ended up being suspended due to poor light. Heather Bowie Young and Silvia Cavalleri each shot six-under 39s on the revised 12-hole, par 45 course to take a clubhouse lead of sorts. As many as 27 players need to return on Saturday morning to complete ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214758243/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 07:21:03 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214758243/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Hours of heavy rain throughout the night continued into the early morning leaving many Bahamians with no electricity and sweeping residual flood water out of their homes. Children diving into rain water lakes, residents walking the streets barefoot and cars submerged were just a few of the sites the Bahama Journal saw yesterday. Marva Knowles, ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757340/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 06:36:48 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757340/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Following the dismissal of a popular morning talk show host from the state-run ZNS Network, the Free National Movement (FNM) has alleged that the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has reverted to its old ways of victimising Bahamians. On Monday, veteran talk show host and broadcaster Christina 'Chrissy Love' Thompson was relieved of her duties as host of the popular Immediate Response ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757363/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 06:36:44 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757363/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 A 17-year-old male resident of First Street, The Grove and 20-year-old Rico Rahming of Sugar Apple Street, were on Wednesday charged with murdering 19-year-old Kevonya Miller. The pair was charged before Chief Magistrate Roger Gomez. According to police, the accused murdered the Florida Court resident between May 9 and May 10. Police found Miller's body last Thursday at the rear of a new ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757364/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 06:36:42 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757364/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Four newly appointed Opposition senators designate received their instruments of appointment from the Governor General Sir Arthur Foulkes during a brief ceremony at Government House yesterday. Former Education Minister Desmond Bannister has been appointed leader of opposition business in the senate. He will represent the opposition in the upper chamber along with former State Minister for ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757366/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 06:36:40 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757366/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 The Free National Movement's (FNM) recent election loss was due to a number of factors, including the economy, leadership and the party being out-strategised by the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) according to former State Minister of Finance Zhivargo Laing. Mr. Laing, while appearing as a guest Sunday on Jones and Company yesterday, said a combination of things led to the FNM's ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757367/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 06:36:37 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214757367/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 If you were watching the Super Bowl on CBS on Sunday, chances are you saw the primetime debut of a $4.5 million advertisement by the Ministry of Tourism. But since then, the 61-second commercial, intended to encourage visitors to come to The Bahamas, has received both good and bad reviews from Bahamian citizens. Viral comments flooded both Facebook and Twitter as some locals reveled in the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214756974/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 06:36:24 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214756974/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 JAKARTA (Reuters) - Between 35 and 40 percent of workers at Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc's Indonesian unit returned to work on Saturday to carry out maintenance work after a tunnel collapse that killed 28 people, a union official said. The resumption of work was a possible sign the firm was gearing up towards restarting operations at the world's No. 2 copper mine. ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214756520/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 05:11:12 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214756520/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 JAKARTA, May 25 (Reuters) - Between 35 and 40 percent of workers at Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc's Indonesian unit returned to work on Saturday to carry out maintenance work after a training tunnel collapse that killed 28 people, a ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214755559/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 04:07:55 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214755559/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Heather Bowie Young and Silvia Cavalleri, not pictured, are tied for the lead at six-under 39 -- an LPGA scoring record -- at the Bahamas ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214754532/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 02:35:36 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214754532/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Armstrong County elections officials are investigating a problem that apparently resulted in some Republican voters being given a Democratic ballot at a Freeport voting location in Tuesday's primary ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214753890/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 01:24:04 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214753890/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Ai Miyazato and her caddie paid extra attention to their yardage book during Thursday's first round of the Pure Silk Bahamas Classic on a makeshift 12-hole ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214753191/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Sat, 25 May 2013 00:21:29 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214753191/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Silvia Cavalleri was hitting the ball so well Friday she was sorry the Bahamas Classic was held on only 12 holes. The slogan for the LPGA Tour is, "See why it's different out here." Was it ever. Bowie Young and Cavalleri were tied for the lead at 6-under 39, which by numbers alone broke the LPGA scoring record by 20 shots. Not to worry. Annika Sorenstam's 59 in Phoenix in 2002 ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214751696/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 22:07:34 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214751696/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas – Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while hop-scotching across the golf course Friday in the Bahamas LPGA Classic. Bowie Young made birdies on half of the 12 holes the LPGA set up Friday for a 6-under 39 at the Ocean Club, giving her a one-shot lead in the middle of a long, strange opening round that had no chance of finishing because of a three-hour ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214750920/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 20:58:58 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214750920/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 The leader of the fastest growing religious denomination in The Bahamas has claimed that the constitution doesn't outline enough measures that protect the fundamental rights of all Bahamians. Pastor Leonard Johnson, leader of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in The Bahamas addressing the Constitutional Commission this past Friday, expressed his disappointment in the way some people in the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214750921/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 20:42:12 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214750921/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Necker Island, UK Virgin Islands, May 24 (Prensa Latina) Representatives form governments and entrepreneurs from 15 Caribbean nations gathered in this 74-acre island in the north of the UK Virgin Islands, agreed to start the second stage of an initiative called "Caribbean Challenge" to face the environmental threats in the region, said a local press media Friday. To protect 20 percent ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746648/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 16:42:58 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746648/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 By Andrew CoakleyFN?Sports EditorIt seems ironic that around the time of the anniversary celebrations of The Bahamas Amateur Athletic Association, the executives of the BAAA have been embroiled in a conflict that is having negative consequences.May 6 marked the 61st anniversary of the formation of the BAAA.Just a week ago, a controversy surrounding a "he-say, she-say" finger pointing ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746725/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 16:03:35 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746725/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 BUSTER LAINGSpecial to TFNResults and Recap The 2012 -13 Grand Bahama Primary School Athletic Association and the Grand Bahama Secondary Schools Athletic Association Awards Day that was held last week Thursday was a great mix of humor and accolades. This is considered the biggest awards day for primary and high schools' Track and Field most outstanding teams, coaches and athletes.Athletic ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746721/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 16:03:35 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746721/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 By Buster LaingSpecial to The FNIf you made a gas station stop on your way to watch the Neko Grant/Anita Doherty Grand Bahama Primary School Athletic Association girls championships game or made a detour to pick up your kids along the way, you may have missed the entire game as the Walter Parker Pacers took one inning to blast the defending champions Maurice Moore Raccoons 15-1 in the Girls ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746723/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 16:03:35 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746723/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 BUSTER?LAINGSpecial to TFNAfter winning the Girls' Softball Championship title, a third Boys' Championship and a strong second place finish at the 2013 GB Primary School Athletic Association Track and Field Championships, the Walter Parker Pacers have overtaken Mary, Star of the Sea Stingrays as the leader in the GBPSAA 'Sport School of the Year' Rankings.The Pacers won the ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746722/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 16:03:35 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746722/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Kelsie JohnsonGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comWith the apparent removal of three executive members of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA), the president of the esteemed body has come under fire.Three letters were issued, informing the executive members that they have been relieved of their duties, effective immediately. The BAAA is arguably the most successful ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746726/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 16:03:34 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214746726/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comThe doubles title from the Plantation grade four tournament was added to the career achievements of young junior tennis players Justin Roberts and Kevin Major Jr., this past weekend.The Bahamian duo defeated Lamar Remy and Alejandro Tabilo, a Canadian and American pair, 6-4, 3-6 (10-7), to win the Boys 18s title. In the opening round, ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214745486/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 14:51:00 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214745486/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 KELSIE JOHNSONGuardian Sports Reporterkelsie@nasguard.comIt appears that the rift that is tearing the local track and field body apart cannot be repaired unless a serious intervention takes place, this according to Iram Lewis.Lewis was one of three executive members ousted from the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) board, after a vote of no confidence on Wednesday. In a press ... http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214744205/scat/ce785a18ec739f45 Fri, 24 May 2013 13:39:51 -0400 http://www.caribbeanherald.com/index.php/sid/214744205/scat/ce785a18ec739f45