Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Athletes Go the Distance at BSSF Track & Field
Somersfield Academy athletes delivered impressive performances at the BSSF senior school track & field event. Highlights include Grant Reese's gold in the U16 boys discus, Roman Jones qualifying for the 200m final, and Sydney Troake's gold in the U16 girls shot put. Many more athletes excelled!
Somersfield Sharks Crowned National Badminton Champions!
Our senior school coed team are officially National Badminton Champions! Our #1 team went unbeaten all season, earning a well-deserved title. Our young #2 team also impressed, finishing 4th against tough competition.
Somersfield To Hold Personal Project Exhibition
Somersfield Academy’s M5 students will showcase their creativity at the Personal Project Exhibition on February 19 in the school gymnasium. The event will highlight diverse projects, from Bermuda’s flora and jewellery making to scuba diving and environmental conservation. Open to the community, it celebrates innovation, inquiry-based learning, and student achievement.
Minister Tinée Furbert Visits Somersfield
The Hon. Tinee Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development, & Seniors, visited Somersfield Academy for the TOYA ZONE event, engaging with students on challenges they face. She also toured the Design Lab, where M4 students presented innovative shelter designs addressing homelessness with sustainable solutions.
Somersfield Middle School Netball Team Crowned Bermuda Champions!
The Somersfield Middle School Netball team won the Bermuda championship after a thrilling tournament! They beat Saltus 7-4 in the semifinals & narrowly defeated BHS 6-5 in the final. With skill, teamwork & incredible coaching, the Sharks are now Middle School & U16 Netball Champions!
Victorious Finals: U16 & O16 Netball Teams Shine in League Showdown
The U16 & O16 Netball Teams triumphed in their final league games against Saltus. The U16s dominated, winning 19-7, with MVPs Ailey H (GK) & Naomi C (GA). The O16s staged a comeback to win 13-11, led by MVPs Kennedy K (GA) & Nishika B (C). A proud moment for all, marking an emotional farewell for our DP2 players!
U13 & O13 Netball Teams Celebrate Wins Against Whitney Institute!
The U13 and O13 netball teams had impressive victories against Whitney Institute. The U13 team played a close match, winning 10-8 after a strong final quarter, with standout performances from Freida Valli, Aniah Tucker, and Evelyn Fahy. The O13 team dominated their game, winning 21-6, with Emily Paulos being named MVP.
Somersfield Academy Under-16 Netball Team Crowned Bermuda National Champions
Somersfield Academy’s Under-16 netball team are Bermuda National Champions after a strong showing at the round-robin tournament on 15 November. With victories over Saltus, Warwick, and Berkeley, and a draw against BHS, the team’s dedication paid off, marking Somersfield’s first-ever netball trophy.
U13 & O13 Girls Netball Teams Secure Thrilling Victories Over Saltus
The U13 Girls Netball Team triumphed over Saltus with an 18-9 win, showing great teamwork and determination. MVPs Elena Bortoli, Cali Atcheson-Greenidge, and Aniah Tucker played key roles. The O13’s also won 14-13 in a thrilling comeback, with strong play in the final quarter securing their victory. Well done, Sharks!
Under-16 Netball Team Battles to a Thrilling Draw Against BHS
Our Under-16 netball team delivered an electrifying performance against BHS, drawing 14-14 in a suspenseful game. After a 4-4 first quarter, BHS led 5-9 by the second, but our girls stormed back to a 12-10 lead in the third. BHS scored the equaliser on the final buzzer, ending in a tie. MVPs Dezirae Darrell and Heidi Paulos stood out, and special thanks go to alumna Shi-Vaughn Lee for expertly umpiring the match.