Bahamas Falls to Mexico, Faces USVI in Playoffs

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NICARAGUA – Team Bahamas closed out group play at the FIBA Women’s Americup 2027 Centrobasket Qualifiers with an 81-67 loss to Mexico on Wednesday at the Polideportivo Alexis Argüello in Managua, Nicaragua.

Head Coach Yolett McPhee-Mccuin’s team got off to a fast start, building a double-digit lead in the opening quarter and taking a 20-14 advantage into the second period, however, Mexico responded with a strong second quarter before taking control with a dominant third, outscoring The Bahamas 29-17 to pull away for the victory.

Lashann Higgs led the Bahamian offense with 23 points, while Rhema Collins continued her impressive tournament with 22 points and seven rebounds.

Antonicia Moultrie also reached double figures, finishing with 10 points.

Despite the defeat, The Bahamas advanced to the knockout stage, where they will continue their quest to secure a place in the 2027 FIBA Women’s AmeriCup.

McCoy Lands Pro Deal With Adidas

Wanya McCoy has taken the next step in his career, signing a professional sponsorship agreement with Adidas, becoming the latest Bahamian track and field athlete to join the global sportswear brand.

The 22-year-old has enjoyed a steady rise through the sport.

As a junior, McCoy announced himself on the international stage by winning under-20 NACAC gold medals in the 200 meters, 400 meters, and the 4×100-meter relay in 2021.

He began his collegiate career at Clemson University, where he earned all-ACC honors, before transferring to the University of Florida ahead of the 2024 season.

There, he enjoyed a breakout campaign, running lifetime bests of 10.02 seconds in the 100 meters and 19.93 seconds in the 200 meters, both among the fastest times ever by a Bahamian.

Those performances helped qualify him for the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he represented The Bahamas in both the 100 and 200 meters, marking his olympic debut.

The Adidas deal represents another milestone for McCoy as he continues his development toward the 2028 Olympic Games.

64 Golfers Compete in UB Golf Invitational

64 golfers battled rainy conditions and a weather delay to take part in the second annual Mingoes Golf Invitational, powered by Fidelity Bank (Bahamas) Limited, at the Royal Blue Golf Course at Baha Mar.

The four-person scramble tournament served as a fundraiser for the University of The Bahamas Golf Programme.

The team of John Reckley, J.P. Michielsen, Glen Thompson and Richard Gibson Jr. claimed the championship with a net score of 36.8.

Finishing second was the foursome of Bacchus Rolle, Larry Wilson, Chris Godet and former UB Men’s Soccer Head Coach, Dion Godet, who posted a 36.4 net score.

Third place went to Omar Ramirez, Daniel Saralegui, Miranda Tucker and Sebastian Iberri with a 44.3, just ahead of the fourth-place team of Jared Cartwright, Chadeau Wilson, Christopher Adderley and Glinton Larry, who finished at 44.42.

UB Athletics Director Kimberley Rolle said the event’s growing support from returning participants, new golfers and corporate sponsors continues to strengthen the University’s golf programme.

UB golfers Jonnashia Dorsett and Rachel Quant also picked up individual honours, winning the closest to the pin, and longest drive awards, respectively.