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Nominations open to recognize young people

The governmetn is again getting ready to recognise youths in the Cayman Islands with the Proud of Them awards.

Proud of them honors student's achievements

Sixteen-year-old Katlen Bush has been nominated for the Proud of Them initiative for her academic achievements and community service.

Student’s role in community honored

Student Leanni Tibbetts, 17, who climbed the ranks of Cadet Corps to the position of sergeant has been recognized by the “Proud of Them” initiative for her active role in the community.

‘Proud of Them’ honors student’s achievements

Seventeen-year-old Madeleine Rowell has been nominated for the second round of the Proud of Them initiative.

Student stars in school, sports

Abigail Stoddart is a star in school and in sports.

‘Proud of Them’ honors woman’s community service

Yentel McGaw, 22, has been recognized by the Proud of Them initiative for her community service.

Teenager Sydonie Barrett is new Proud of Them recipient

Sydonie Barrett proud recipient of Proud of Them initiative which recognises positve achievements of young persons age 10--25.

Alden deserves props for trying

The local sports tourism industry got another boost from the staging of the SteppingStones North America and Caribbean Rugby Association sevens over the weekend.

Pouchie returns to lead Little League into 25th year

At the recent Annual General Meeting, local Little League supporters gathered and re-elected the same board for the Cayman Islands Little League Association.

Dadal will kick it with Jacob

Cayman Islands Purple Dragon Martial Arts instructor and student Mario Dadal has been selected to accompany professor Don Jacob, the founder of the Purple Dragon martial arts system, on his current grading tour.

Second round ‘Proud’ nominations sought

The 12 next Proud of Them finalists will receive $500 in addition to a six month billboard feature.

Cayman is proud of Jovonnie

Jovonnie Anglin is the latest youth to be acknowledged in the Proud of Them campaign.

Young star swimmer Andrew Smilley making community proud

The Proud of Them campaign recognises Andrew Smilley.

Stingrays glide to Florida glory

A “Tour de Florida” brought Stingray’s season to a triumphant close.

Watler nabs ‘Proud’ award recognition

Success is rarely easy. Just ask 19-year-old Brian Watler Jr. a talented young man who found great joy in following his dream of working in the arts.

Robinson makes Cayman Proud

Hailee Robinson wins Proud of Them award.

Thompson earns ‘Proud’ award

At 18 years old, when it comes to achieving her goals, Kylie Thompson is no stranger to perseverance.

Gall earns ‘Proud’ recognition

Known for her contribution to woman’s football in the Cayman Islands, 21-year-old Shenel Gall has certainly raised the bar in that sport.

Burke nabs ‘Proud’ award

Being an academically successful student is an achievement for which 22-year-old Joel Alex Burke is certainly proud.

Francis named ‘Proud’ recipient

Twenty-five-year-old Latoya Francis knows what it takes to achieve excellence. Her name was regularly found on the honour rolls of schools that she attended.

Academy glad to get firm help

Around 160 players and around 200 spectators participated in Academy Sports Club’s first Corporate Cup seven-a-side tournament held last week at the Academy field in Outpost Road. There were 16 teams in the tournament organised to raise funds to support Academy’s five youth teams to compete at the Disney Cup in Orlando in July.

Talented trio will go Dutch

Three of the best teenage footballers in the Cayman Islands have received a golden opportunity to further their careers in Europe.

Purple stars turn super black

Three dedicated youngsters were honoured by Professor Don Jacob, the founder of Purple Dragon Don Jitsu Ryu System, when he presented them with their black belts at a special ceremony held at Cayman’s Purple Dragon Dojo at the Mirco Centre.

Zulu’s Warriors will fight harder

The novice Zulu’s Warriors women’s flag football team reached the championship game but did not manage to take home the trophy.

Planning OK’s Ministry’s signs

The Ministry of Sports convinced the Planning Authority to OK its billboard campaign.

Brett breaks 200m record

The Fraser brothers started well at the London Olympics with Brett breaking the Cayman Islands record in the 200 metres freestyle and Shaune posting a good time too.

Captain Hamaty has soared in Jamaica and Cayman

Robert Hamaty has been a familiar face in Cayman since he moved from Jamaica in 1978.

Planning Authority opposes ministry’s billboards programme

The Central Planning Authority opposes the Ministry of Sports' plans to put up billboards honouring young Caymanians.

Redver building for the future

Welly’s Cool Spot had a noteworthy journey in women’s basketball this season.

Bayas served up new talent

West Bay has a new pair of volleyball champions.

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