Bahamas News
Minister Moxey opens 8th Annual Buddy Hield Basketball Camp and Clinic
By: Andrew Coakley
Bahamas Information Services
#Freeport, GB, The Bahamas, July 27, 2022 – Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey, says organizations like the Buddy Hield Foundation have demonstrated their commitment to nurturing athletes in The Bahamas and thus they deserve the full support of the government and the Bahamian people.
“This is one of the reasons that the new unit with my ministry, Collab, partnerships for development, will collaborate with organizations like these for best impact,” said Minister Moxey.
The Grand Bahama Minister was the guest speaker at the opening ceremony for the 8th Annual Buddy Hield Basketball Camp and Clinic, at the Jack Hayward High School on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 – attended by NBA professional basketball player, Chavano Buddy Hield.
Minister Moxey noted that for eight years Buddy Hield has consistently invested his resources in the Grand Bahama community through initiatives like the basketball camp and clinic, social opportunities for young Bahamians, give back to residents in need, and other philanthropic efforts.
“In my previous life, as a founder of a non-profit organization, Buddy, his family and I worked together on other camps to assist young Bahamians,” said Minister Moxey. “As the Minister for Grand Bahama we will continue to collaborate on projects that impact our people and our community.
“I applaud Chavano ‘Buddy’ Hield for his love and dedication to the people of Grand Bahama and The Bahamas and since we are both originally from Eight Mile Rock, I am even more elated to support the work that Buddy is doing, as we collaborate on making Grand Bahama grand again.”
Minister Moxey reminded the campers of Buddy’s pride as a proud Bahamian who has never forgotten his roots, using the global platform available to him to tell his inspirational story of his upbringing, his mother’s love and dedication and of those who supported him along the way.
“As an accomplished NBA player and son of the Eight Mile Rock soil, Buddy carries the 242 in his spirit wherever he goes and we, as Bahamians, carry our beloved Buddy Hield deep inside our hearts,” said Minister Moxey.
“I am thankful to the Buddy Hield Foundation for the outstanding works it has done and continue to do in our
communities. Initiatives like this camp are near and dear to me, because it creates a safe environment for our youth, where they can be active and sharpen their athletic skills. This basketball camp gives young people a place to thrive and an opportunity to absorb valuable knowledge and insight from our very own superstar who has accomplished so much and who consistently gives back.
Buddy Hield encouraged the kids who showed up for the three-day camp to always strive to give their best. He recalled the days growing up in Eight Mile Rock and attending every basketball camp that was held by Coach Gary McIntosh, who was an inspiration to him.
“Thank you guys for allowing me to come here and use this time to teach you what I’ve learned about the sport of basketball,” Buddy said. “All I ask of you kids is to be respectful of all the coaches who came to assist and help you. “Remember, that sometimes in life it doesn’t always work out how you want it, but keep trusting the process, keep putting your faith in God and no matter how long it takes, things can work out for your good.”
Photo Caption:
BIS Photos/Andrew Coakley
Header: Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey, on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, poses for a photo with Bahamian NBA star Chavano ‘Buddy’ Hield at the Jack Hayward gym.
1st insert: Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey was the guest speaker at the official opening of the Eighth Annual Buddy Hield Basketball Summer Camp and Clinic, at the Jack Hayward gym on Wednesday, July 27, 2022.
2nd insert: Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey chit chats before the start of the opening ceremonies for the 2022 Buddy Hield Basketball Summer Camp on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at the Jack Hayward gym.
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products concluded their 10 weeklong Twist To Win campaign with four $5,000 Mall at Marathon shopping sprees.
The campaign which was available throughout the entire Bahamas allowed consumers to enter by purchasing a 20oz bottle with a yellow cap
from the following brands: Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola No Sugar, Sprite, Fanta Orange, or Fanta Grape. Each yellow-cap had a unique alpha numeric code underneath which they submitted to the Twist To Win WhatsApp number.
With each qualifying purchase, participants residing in The Bahamas were entered to win instant prizes and into a grand prize draw to win one of four $5,000 shopping sprees at the Mall at Marathon.
Participants also enjoyed exciting instant prizes such as: Airpods, JBL Speakers, premium Coca-Cola merchandise, $500 Visa gift cards and Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music digital gift cards.
Out of 76,000 plus submissions, Brian Bethel, Ashia Demeritte, Merlin Adams, and Taraceta Neely won the coveted Mall at Marathon shopping sprees at the following select stores, Kelly’s House & Home, The Sports Center, John Bull, Brass & Leather, and BTC.
Leading up to the grand finale shopping spree, Coca-Cola hosted a Trivia Showdown with the eight finalists to determine the four winners. Finalists were tested on their knowledge of World History, Pop Culture, Caribbean Bottling Company and Coca-Cola Facts!
After a few rousing rounds of trivia, the four winners were declared after each winning their spot in the shopping spree by answering their questions correctly and choosing the “Grand Prize” Coca-Cola labeled bottles at random.
The morning of the shopping spree Coca-Cola gave the winners exclusive access to the Mall at Marathon and its participating stores before
their usual operating hours. Grand prize winners were greeted with wide smiles from Coca-Cola brand representatives and morning bites before the big event.
At the start of the thirty-minute clock the grand prize winners along with each of their Coca-Cola shopping assistants ran to the various stores collecting items in their arms and carts.
Merlin Adams, a husband and father of four was proud to have executed his game-plan at the end of the shopping spree. With toys, a new phone and materials for his home from Kelly’s, Adams felt accomplished in what he gathered.
Taraceta Neely, a winner from Eleuthera collected beautiful bags for herself and relatives from Brass and Leather and Brian Bethel bought matching athletic and outdoor wear from The Sports Center for his family.
The final winner Ashia Demeritte bought linens and household items in addition to a new phone from BTC right in time for Christmas.
Caribbean Bottling Company is proud to share the real magic of Coca-Cola with the grand prize winners and the may instant prize winners across the Twist To Win campaign. For more updates on new products, promotions, and events follow www.cbcbahamas.com.
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The Coca-Cola Art Project Astonishes Art Lovers at The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers and distributors of Coca-Cola and Dasani products displayed
their astonishing Coca-Cola Art Project (CCAP), during Baha Mar’s five-day Culinary & Arts Festival. Earlier this year, Coca-Cola partnered with The University of The Bahamas’ Visual Art and Design Department for a culturally rich art competition. UB’s art students were challenged to create pieces surrounding the theme, Bahamian music.
As a result, 20 student works of art were made, with four students declared as winners at the CCAP exhibit opening in Baha Mar’s ECCHO: Art Gallery in August. To recreate the culturally stimulating magic felt at the exhibit’s premiere, the CCAP was featured at the FUZE Art Tent during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival.
Nine incredible pieces of art lined the walls of the Coca-Cola Art Project, four of which included the winning pieces from Jhanaisia Cole,
with ‘Gaulin Bride’; Alyssa Pinder, with ‘Shotgun Wedding’; Nelson Gray, with ‘Untitled’; and Jaela Bowe, with the piece ‘Whims of Obeah, a Folktail’. Additionally, an intimate listening room was built. It displayed students’ artistic processes, UB Visual Art and Design representatives, and a recap of the exhibit opening for audiences.
Art enthusiasts also enjoyed premium limited-edition CCAP keepsakes at the booth. Journals which featured a collage of all 20 student submissions on the front and back cover, postcards with an art piece on the cover along with the student’s name, title, dimension and materials on the back and pens designed with the CCAP’s dynamic logo.
Throughout the art festival diverse groups of people visited the art tent taking in the displays while enjoying the artistic insights from the
listening booth.
Community and culture are always at the forefront of Caribbean Bottling Community, and it was boldly showcased during The Bahamas Culinary & Arts Festival for the third consecutive year.
For more details on the Coca-Cola Art Project, events and new products visit www.cbcbahamas.com today!
NASSAU, Bahamas — Caribbean Wines & Spirits (CWS), The Bahamas’ premier wines and spirits distributor delighted Jollification
attendees with bubbles from their Bottega and Bouvet Ladubay sparkling wines and Besserat de Bellefon champagne lines.
Located in the Monument Circle on The Retreat grounds, CWS transformed The Retreat Garden into a lush lounge with Besserat, Bouvet and their latest product addition, Bottega, during the two-day affair.
The festivities kicked off Friday during BNT Member’s Night. Guests enjoyed exclusive offerings from CWS’s catalogue, offered exclusively to members. Complimentary mixes or glasses on the rocks included El Tequileno tequila, Hard Truth whiskey, House of Angostura rum, Cross Keys gin, Nemiroff vodka and a slew of wines such as Fonesca Bin, Bottega and Besserat.
Guests also savored the ‘Jolly Paloma’ cocktail, an instant favorite made with El Tequileno tequila, Schweppes Grapefruit and Domaine de Paris rose wine. To end the night, guests were treated to branded limited-edition wine tumblers as keepsakes.
On Saturday and Sunday, Jollification attendees delighted in glasses or bottles of champagne and sparkling brut or rosé wines while taking
in the comfort of the chic lounge. In addition to purchasing bottles for onsite consumption, consumers were also able to purchase bottles as gifts whether for themselves or someone special.
The sophisticated “bubble lounge” lounge was decked with velvet couches, gold rimmed cocktail tables, blue and pink pillows, and a white floral branded backdrop created for capturing the perfect picture.
Caribbean Wines & Spirits, a historic partner of the Bahamas National Trust was pleased to support Jollification 2025 to kick off the festive season and share their expansive range of spirits.
To keep up to date with all CWS products and events, visit their website at www.cwsbahamas.com today.
