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For the first time in Cup Match history, there will be an electronic scoreboard.

In addition, Somerset Cricket Club will also have custom-designed viewing plots along the northern and eastern boundaries.

Both endeavours are possible thanks to the Bank of Bermuda coming on board as a major sponsor.

The viewing plots should mean that the limited space will allow more people to view the match in comfort.

Optimists

Twelve young Bermudian sailors is scheduled to take part in the 2006 North American Sailing Championship being held in early July in Puerto Rico.

Over 190 of the most highly skilled Optimist sailors from over 22 countries across Europe, Americas, Caribbean, Canada, and Asia have registered to participate in this eight day event.

Bermuda's team: James Anfossi, Haley Powell, Johnny Norfleet, Anthony Bailey, Lance Fraser, Connor Astwood, Jordan Saints, Jason Saints, Kalin Hillier, Ryan Powell, Kyle Burgess and Blake Burgess.

Last year the Bermuda Team came in second overall in the Team Racing at the North American Championships.

BF&M 5k

Runners and walkers are invited to be part of the action on Market Nights in St George's next Tuesday night on July 4 for the BF&M St George's Weight Handicap 5K Race and Walk. This is the popular annual road race where the fastest is not likely to be the winner.

Normal entries close on Friday June 30 with forms available and drop off at Sportseller and BF&M before 4:45pm. Late entries are possible on Monday July 3 at BF&M between 5 and 6pm and up to 6:15pm on Tuesday night July 4 in Kings Square in St George's.

Normal entry fee for the race is $20 with $15 for MAAC members and $25 for late entry. BF&M employees and walkers have lower rates. BF&M are providing T shirts for all runners and walkers.

Dinghy racing

Contest won all three dinghy races last Sunday and now has a commanding 12.5 point lead over Elizabeth for the Coronation Cup.

Challenger was second but a DNF and two last place finishes saw the boat fall to last place in the standings.[[In-content Ad]]

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