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Special athletes set for World Games

Cayman’s Special Olympics athletes are preparing for the biggest international sports event of 2015, the Special Olympics World Summer Games.

Neuert has smashing memories

The increase in tennis participation by kids and adults alike in Cayman has been considerable in recent years, partly thanks to the devotion of Thomas Neuert, director of tennis at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman.

Crawford: Knights will be back

Huey Crawford intends to keep John Gray High School relevant on Cayman’s basketball scene.

Wolves maul Knights, seek repeat

After a dominant campaign, the Bodden Town Wolves are eager to replicate the feat.

Wolves hunting Knights

Cayman’s premier youth basketball competition will crown a new champion.

Samuels shines while Mohawks endure midseason decline

Lloyd Samuels continues to play well on a rebuilding team.

Bodden Town Wolves hunting for glory as playoffs near

The Dominos Under-19 Basketball League is getting ready this week for its postseason.

Broderick launches new workout

Fitness coach Tersh Broderick is launching a new workout focusing on hand-to-eye coordination through ball skills. Maxathon workouts comprise of six disciplines for a minute each, in a circuit training fashion.

Vanguard boys must earn time

A trio of young Caymanians are slowly fitting in on Floridian courts.

Dyer and Mansi complete sweep of Pirates Week races

Dominic Dyer and Joanna Mansi claimed plenty of bragging rights during Cayman’s national festival races.

Soldiers face Wolves

The Dominos Under-19 Basketball League is nearing its postseason.

Trio nets Vanguard kudos

Youth basketball is making fresh strides in Lake Wales, Florida.

Caymanian basketball player Moore battles Michigan State on TV

A young Caymanian basketball player competed against a top college team on American television.

Ebanks sidelined by sore ankle

Cayman’s top basketball talent in Portugal will be on the bench for awhile longer.

Halloween action will be a treat

Women’s seven-a-side rugby takes center stage with Cayman playing the Mexico national side and club teams from Scotland and Texas on Friday.

Government duped over sports event

Two ministries in the Cayman Islands government paid $25,000 each for a sporting event that never happened.

Knights continue title march; DREAM off to fantastic start

The Dominos Under-19 Basketball League heads into its fifth week of play.

Ebanks scores Portuguese debut

Jorge Ebanks had a great introduction to Portuguese basketball.

Knights visit Pines, prep for JA

John Gray High School continues to make the right moves on and off the court.

Samuels makes positive strides

Lloyd Samuels started his season with decent showings on the court.

Ebanks leaps for Portuguese glory

Jorge Ebanks is taking his basketball talents to Portugal.

Knights look to continue unbeaten march against Game Takers

The John Gray High School Knights are the current frontrunners on the court.

Different dates set in case of fatal shooting

Jose Guadalupe Sanchez, charged with the murder of Solomon David Webster, will appear in Grand Court on Nov. 7, while two men charged as accessories after the fact have dates in October.

New season stirs Olympic hope

The women’s national rugby 7s team has trained hard for the new season which commences this Saturday.

Soldiers march for repeat

The Soldiers will officially start their title defense on the court.

England hoops trio part ways

Three of Cayman’s top basketball players will no longer be playing together in England.

John Gray boys shoot for Jamrock

John Gray High School is taking a second shot at regional glory.

Collins and O’Connor dazzle Turkey

A pair of young Caymanian basketball players excelled in Europe this summer.

DREAM team assembles for points

Youth basketball is gearing up for its latest competition.

Sports stars spread anti-bullying message in schools

Sports celebrities rally to spread anti-bullying messages.

Detectives revisit scene where Webster was killed

Detectives investigating the murder of Special Olympics athlete Solomon Webster walked the crime-scene on Sunday to mark the one-week anniversary of the shooting.

Murder suspect arrested in West Bay

Police make a quick arrest in connection with Sunday's killing of Solomon Webster.

Cayman stands up to bullies

An anti-bullying campaign will hit the shores of Cayman next month to raise awareness and help prevent child suicide.

Special Olympics athlete shot dead

A 24-year-old man shot dead in West Bay on Sunday night was a gold medal winner in the Special Olympics regional games.

McGee Classic gets called off

Logistical problems lead to the cancellation of an upcoming sports spectacle.

Sports fans can stay Overtime

European football is in full swing again and as with all post-World Cup seasons, there is a heightened interest in the game.

Augustine builds up hoopsters through Floridian camps

The Cayman Islands Hoopsters continue to showcase local talent overseas.

Moore joins Mustangs

A young Caymanian basketball player continues to reach new heights.

Evans is Flashy Nation’s pick

The Cayman triathlon scene is evidently in fine shape, judging by one of the relative novices already qualifying for international competition.

Meade must wait for NBA call

Basketball’s fun side got another airing with the “Shooting Stars” tournament that attracted players of all ages and abilities.

Powery, Turner dazzle Georgia courts with Palm Beach Starzz

Two of Cayman’s best female basketball prodigies are excelling in the United States.

Locals brace for final samba

As the 2014 World Cup reaches its climax, emotions are running high for fans in the Cayman Islands.

Young’s steely resolve helped tackle hectic schedule

Samuel Young is a former bodybuilder now budding triathlete who wore a Superman top in the New Day Flashy Nation run on Sunday. The day before he won the inaugural Pirates Trail Mud Run 5k so the Superman imagery was appropriate.

Pitch Please boot The Goon Squad

Kickball remains a popular pursuit for Cayman Islands residents.

Narcisse set for Mohawks return

Jerome Narcisse is planning to continue his basketball journey in Europe.

How to throw a Canada Day party

Calling all Canucks of Cayman! If you’re feeling a little homesick or want to showcase your patriotic pride, then consider hosting a Canada Day party on July 1 to commemorate Canada’s birthday. Throwing one is as easy as a hat trick.

O’Garro and Simpson weigh options

Shaad O’Garro and Deandre Simpson could be among the next wave of Caymanian talent to hit the hard-court overseas.

Hamilton refs champs

A Cayman Islands referee will officiate one of the region’s biggest basketball tournaments.

Local hoopsters score praise

As local basketball heads into its offseason, it is worth a look back at some of the key performers.

Summer camp roundup

There are a wide range of camps to keep youngsters entertained over the long summer holidays.

Warriors look to rebuild clan

The Dominos Warriors face a lot of questions this offseason.

Webb wants Cup bans for racism

Cayman’s top football figure is making headlines with his stance on racism.

Duncan’s retirement can only spur San Antonio forward

With five championships to his name, it would be easy for Tim Duncan to walk away now.

Powery wraps up another untainted campaign as Thunder roll

Jonathan Powery continues to enjoy success on the court.

Bodden backs anti-bullying campaign for McGee Classic

Osbourne Bodden is the latest to feel sports can make an impact on bullying.

From Cayman to Mexico, by way of China

Father Tristan Abbott reflects on the journey that led him to the priesthood, his first Mass in Cayman and his coming assignment in Mexico.

Charterland build third triumph

Charterland continue to be a powerhouse in local basketball.

Sol burn Warriors for three-peat

Cayman Islands basketball officially has another dynasty.

Government sees Anglin as perfect sporting ambassador

As government looks to promote sports, it will continue to lean on one of its most prominent officials.

Smoothie King ready to make history by erasing Charterland

Smoothie King is ready to announce itself as a force in local basketball.

Local fans on fire for Heat to three-peat over Spurs

Like those across the globe, basketball fans in the Cayman Islands are eagerly anticipating the NBA Finals.

Scott: Small roster serves us well

At first glance it would seem a lack of substitutes would hurt the Dominos Warriors.

Business in brief

Business in brief.

Celebs sign up for McGee Classic

The Cayman Islands are used to visiting celebrities but very rarely do a handful head to these shores for a local sporting event.

Starlets shoot for DREAM trip

A local girls program hopes to groom young talent in Orlando.

Warriors fight to alter history

History on the court does not favor the Dominos Warriors.

Blazers fired up to burn Dominos

The Sol Blazers are eager to wrap up a third straight national basketball championship.

North Side school named after former speaker

Hundreds gathered in North Side on Tuesday to pay tribute to the district’s long-serving representative, the late Edna Moyle, as the local primary school was renamed in her honor.

McGee aims to dazzle

Cory McGee is set to electrify sports tourism in the Cayman Islands.

Overseas stars will decide finals

Cayman basketball is set to crown its latest champion.

Youngsters shift to Camana Bay as PwC battles heat up

Youth basketball is getting closer to its climax.

Webb signs with Masters

A young Caymanian will be attacking California courts for the foreseeable future.

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