The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) proudly celebrated the rich heritage of the sport on the island last night, hosting its Legends Scholarship Presentation Ceremony at the Butterfield & Vallis Conference Centre, Bermuda College. The special event not only honoured esteemed figures who have shaped Bermudian football but also recognized five outstanding student-athletes who were awarded the prestigious Legends Scholarship.
These scholarships, first awarded in 2007, are specifically designed to support Bermuda’s aspiring football student-athletes who embody the spirit of the game’s legends, helping them pursue their academic and athletic dreams both on and off the pitch.
The recipients for 2025 reflect a diverse range of talent and commitment to the sport, embodying the qualities of the legends whose names grace these awards:
- Amir Brangman-Johnson was the proud recipient of the Andrew Bascome Legend Scholarship. Andrew Bascome is a well-known Bermudian footballer and coach, having managed the Bermuda national team and founded FC Bascome Bermuda.
- The Coolridge Bell Scholarship Award was presented to Dakari Smith-Davis. Coolridge Bell is a recognized figure in Bermudian football history, particularly known for his time with Somerset Trojans.
- T’syi Showers was awarded the Dennis Brown Scholarship Award. Dennis Brown is a former national team defender and respected coach, known for his work with various clubs and the Bermuda U-20 national team.
- The Sakena Clarke Scholarship Award recipient was Katherine Bean Rosario. Sakena Clarke is a celebrated former women’s footballer, known for her prolific goal-scoring and contributions to the women’s game in Bermuda.
- And finally, the Erskine Smith Scholarship Award was presented to D’Ari Coddington. Erskine “Choe” Smith is remembered as a tireless central figure for Young Men’s Social Club and a significant contributor to Bermudian football.
The ceremony served as a powerful reminder of the deep history of Bermudian football and the continued dedication to nurturing the next generation of players and leaders. The BFA Legends Scholarship program has a proud history of supporting talented individuals, with past recipients including current national team players and university graduates, underscoring its lasting impact on the development of football in Bermuda.
