We Are the Champions! by Christopher Tobutt

Caymanian

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 GOVERNMENT WATCH — A4  THEN & NOW — A7  SPOTLIGHT ON TOURISM — A8  INTERNATIONAL SPORTS — B1 THIS ISSUE INSIDE

Speaker Bush Addressed Youth in Travel Trends: Embracing the Rise Trinidad Then and Now: Celebrations of Experiential Travel Pacquiao de�ies the odds again We are the Champions! By Christopher Tobutt

Cayman Academy’ Under 12 Boys’ and Under 12 Girls soccer teams brought home the treasure for Cayman yet again, just a week after winning more than 30 medals in the Island Games at Gibral- tar. This time, the U12 Boys’ team won the Gold Cup Championship at a major soccer tournament in Blaine, Minnesota after being victorious in all their match- es at the tournament. The U12 Girls’ did amazingly too, bringing home a huge silver cup. A small crowd of moms, dads, broth- ers, sisters, uncles, aunts, friends, and members of the Academy Sports Club were there to welcome home the teams at Owen Roberts International Airport on Sunday 22 July. The Arrivals door swung open, and the Under 12 boys’ team members proudly held the magnif- icent gold cup high, for everyone to see. Of course, the Under 12 girls’ team, too, who showed off their beautiful silver cup. They were all were greeted by loud cheering and applause, hugs as camera

One of the under 12 boys, 11-year-old Prestonphone �lashes Duval –said: a true “It heroes’was a good welcome. experience we learnt a lot; met different people from different teams and we came out to be champions.” Another member of the under-12 team, Joshua Scotland, 12, said: “we all played well, and we per-

... Continued story on page A6  We are the Champions! U12 Boys’ team brings home the Gold for Cayman, pictured with: Paul Byles, Sharleen Duval, and Claudio Garcia GT Revitalization Initiative Minister Hew Tours Public Meeting NiCE work sites, Ministry of Commerce, Planning and Infrastruc- Led by George Town Manager for the Ministry, Mr. Colin Lumsden, participants were able view Talks to Crews media representatives gathered at Constitution and use arial maps to make suggestions about Hallture inof�icials, George along Town with on Thursday, members 18th of the July public for a and in- everything ranging from where they thought teractive presentation regarding the George Town parks should be to where they would want to Revitalization Initiative. live and what their favourite parts of the Capital The evening was an opportunity for the commu- are. genesis of ‘the City’. ... Continued story on page A3 nity to learn �irsthand about the plans for the re-

 NiCE workers Nella Stone and Author “Ranford” McLean talk to Minister Hew during his tour of NiCE beautification sites

Minister for Commerce, Planning and Infrastructure, Hon. Joey Hew visited National Community Enhancement (NiCE) workers at locations across Grand Cayman on Wednesday, 17 July. The two-hour bus tour took in ongoing and recently com-

of the two-week initiative which ended last Friday, 19 July. pletedMinister beauti�ication Hew welcomed work that the had chance been earmarkedto meet project ahead

with supervisory staff from the National Roads Authority andworkers the Departments in person. He of alsoEnvironmental used the �ield Health trip and to Public speak Works about the initiative.

... Continued story on page A4 EDITORIAL | COMMUNITY NOTICES PAGE A2 Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Issue No 405 C�� T��

EDITORIAL COMMUNITY NOTICES Tourism: Major Pillar Release of Prisoner under of the Local Economy the Prerogative of Mercy The two main in- ExcellencyThe Governor’s the Gover- Of�ice dustrial drivers of the nor,has con�irmedMr Martyn that Roper His Cayman Economy are has authorised the early, Banking / Financial immediate release of Mr Services and Tourism. Sheldon Brown from Her They may also be con- Majesty’s Prison North- sidered as the pillars of ward under Section 39 (1)(d) of the Constitu- as they provide support tion. forour the �inancial economic well-being engine The decision to remit that feeds our existence. the remainder of Mr Keeping Tourism in Brown’s sentence was the forefront highlights taken in consultation its importance and pro- with the Advisory Com- vides the opportunity mittee on the Preroga- for readers to comment, tive of Mercy. review and suggest im- Mr Brown was due to complete his The decision was taken given the short provements that will sentence and be released unconditional- period remaining on his sentence, and ly in mid-October 2019 for an attempted due to the fact that he has recently been adise. wisdom with her peers, clients, and murder. diagnosed with terminal cancer.  bene�itWe have all residents chosen to of highlight this island one par- of stakeholders.hospitality industry – and sharing that these two industrial giants, Tourism, There are lots of information that we for our next series titled “Spotlight on wish to share to educate and empower Tourism. The weekly Friday column is our readers. Knowledge is power and ODPP Responds to written by Brooke Meyer who is the man- as a media source, we will do our part aging partner of Caymera International, to disseminate important informa- a Grand Cayman-based hospitality and tion.” Cayman Marl Road Article tourism consulting and advisory �irm. Visit Caymera online at caymera- Brooke has an unwavering commit- group.com or email info@caymera- for Crown Prosecutors. There was noth- ment to mastering the dynamics of the group.com  Prosecutions (ODPP) makes the following improper about it. ingThe statement Of�ice of in the relation Director to an of article Public It was further alleged that the Com- published on the Cayman Marl Road missioner of Police complained to Mr. website on Tuesday, 9 July 2019. Patrick Moran, the Acting Director of The article alleged impropriety on Public Prosecutions, about Crown Coun- the part of the ODPP, and in particular sel having contacted the complainants. COMMUNITY NOTICE Senior Crown Counsel Mr. Scott Wain- There was no such complaint. wright, in relation to the conduct of a It follows that there was no warning criminal case. meted out to Crown Counsel by the Acting A thorough review of the case in ques- Director in respect of this matter as his The Cayman Island tion, conducted by the current Acting conduct throughout was entirely proper. Director of Public Prosecutions, has The ODPP further notes that, unfortu- determined the allegations made in the Red Cross Thrift Shop: article to be completely without founda- the writer of the article prior to publi- tion. There was no impropriety on the cationnately, inthis order Of�ice to was verify not any contacted aspect byof EDITORIAL | COMMUNITY NOTICES part of Crown Counsel or any other per- the allegations made. The publication EDITORIAL | COMMUNITYCommunity NOTICES Calendar son involved in the case. 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A fairly new form of participation was also used, allowing individuals to log onto a special website to give input and answer questions ‘live’ and in ‘realtime’. Since 1971 there has been a development boom in George Town, though in 1994 the area saw an increase that was exponentially greater than at any time before. The ethos behind the planning of George Town’s redesign today is based on a holistic approach. “We have to consider some of the major challenges and problems such as lack of parking, lack of housing and Mr. Lumbsden said great emphasis “Streets are not just for cars, streets not enough diversity of housing,” noted was being put on ‘walkability’ and con- are for everyone,” said Mr. Lumsden. tional Roads Authority Transportation Mr. Lumsden, who added that single use nectivity. He went on to point out the concept of Plannerior Policy Marion Of�icer Pandohie. Charlie Brown and Na- zoning and public transport were also “There is very little walkability and the ‘complete streets,’ wherein bike lanes, The George Town Revitalization Pro- areas of great concern. Town is not lit,” he implored, while deduc- active sidewalks and trees would be es- ject began in 2015 and started with The George Town Manager explained ing that this was not conducive to ease of sential. research and planning. Currently the that access to buses and payment sys- movement without the use of a vehicle. The plan also includes making inter- undertaking is in the stage where build- tems were also on the agenda for change He said the current code was not in sections more decorative and gener- ing codes are being reviewed/revised and indicated that the team have been line with best practice, as it relates to ur- ating action in Town after hours with and funds are being made available for engineering with these challenges in ban living but acknowledged: “It is still events such as Saturday Night Live, roads, lighting and programmes, which mind. important to be sensitive to the needs of where live entertainment would be fea- are crucial to the plan being developed. “Essentially what we want to do is the people.” tured, along with street food festivals. Additionally, the team is partnering maintain the historical characteristics, Some of the plans that were revealed However these would not be huge pro- while improving health and safety and included parking facilities, and 33 sin- duction shows but rather mote intimate the Cayman National Cultural Founda- gle family dwellings, with ‘blocks facing and accessible happenings that promote tionwith and Non the Pro�it Cayman Organizations Music and such Enter- as about being proud of our home and more north-south for solar purposes. interaction. tainment Association for performances wheregenerating we live,” pride Mr. andLumsden. con�idence. It’s The team also proposed ‘pocket parks’ There will also be concessions for and input regarding entertainment. “We would like to see more family ac- as a “great place to stop to do work (lap- growth of small businesses as part of There has been no outside consultation tivities and also create a vibrant night top use, etc.), drink water, have conver- the new plan for Cayman’s Capital City. for the GT Revitalization up to this point life,” he remarked; telling the audience sations and foster diversity” “There should be shoe shops, super- , which is uncommon for an initiative of that building codes had compromised One of the areas of interest with re- markets and diversity of business,” not- this magnitude in the Cayman Islands. the connectivity of George Town, lead- gard to connectivity in Town is McField ed the panel, which included Ministry However, the Minister for Planning, In- ing to people having to drive too much.” Lane. frastructure and Planning, The Hon Joey Hue said the entire Ministry and Depart- Deputy Chief Of�icer Tristan Hydes, Sen- Lumsden and his team’s abilities. ment“These had men the utmosthave been con�idence nothing inshort Mr of amazing during this entire exercise and we did not have the need at any point to go outside. We were able to source the talent to take the project his far right her in the Cayman Islands.” said Mr. Hue. He added that when the project got to the stage of waste management, etc. outside architects and experts would be involved. George Town Manager Collin Lumbsden’s background is in architec- ture. He is also credited with designing the new George Town Library.  Ministry of CPI Announces Appointment of Communications Manager The Ministry of Commerce, mission, HEART Trust National structure said he was pleased build accountability and trust. Ministry in a timely manner so Planning and Infrastructure Training Agency, and the Jamai- to have Ms. Lambert on-board. Ms. Lambert brings enthusiasm the public will be armed with announces the appointment of ca Information Service. “The ministry is making every and solid expertise in the area accurate information to make Alethia Lambert as Communi- She is a graduate of the Uni- of communications and we feel informed decisions”. cations and Public Affairs Man- versity of the West Indies, Mona information between its agen- A published author, she sits ager, effective July 2, 2019. campus, where she earned cieseffort and to various improve internal the �low and of our team.” on the Board of Visitors for the In her new role, Ms. Lambert a Bachelor of Arts degree in external stakeholders. We want con�identMs. Lambert she will said add she value looks to Saint Andrew Hostel in Jamaica will be responsible for develop- Literatures in English and Ba- to facilitate participation, in- forward “to promoting the pro- and is a member of the Jamai- ing and managing the commu- ruch College, City University crease service delivery and grammes and initiatives of the can Bar Association.  nications initiatives within the of New York with a Master of Ministry and assisting its rele- Arts in Corporate Communica- vant departments and author- tion. In addition, she has com- ities to publicise programmes pleted studies in law at the and activities through tradi- University of London and the tional and new media. Norman Manley Law School in Ms. Lambert has over twelve years of experience in commu- ney-at-Law called to the Jamai- nications with emphasis on cor- canJamaica Bar inand 2011. is a quali�ied Attor- porate communication, public Ms. Lambert, who has a relations, media relations, social strong interest in education media management and stake- and training, has taught cours- holder engagement. Over the es in public relations, social last decade, she has worked in media management and law communications for a number at several tertiary level institu- of regional and international tions including the University entities including the United Na- of Technology and University tions Development Programme College of the Commonwealth Caribbean in Jamaica. Hon. Joey Hew, Minister of ca’sJamaica National Of�ice, Irrigation United StatesCom- Commerce, Planning and Infra- Embassy Kingston Of�ice, Jamai-

 Alethia Lambert assigned new Communications and Public Affairs Manager GOVERNMENT WATCH PAGE A4 Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Issue No 405 C�� T��

 Minister for Commerce, Planning and Infrastructure, Hon. Joey Hew talks to a NiCE team dedicated to sargassum clearance at South Sound dock and beach during his tour of NiCE  NiCE operative, Keisha Webb wants her picture taken with Minister Joey Hew near Old locations last Wednesday Man Bay dock, North Side Minister Hew Tours NiCE work sites, Talks to Crews ... Continued story from page A1

Starting off at South Sound dock to see how the sea and wind state affect- ed the amount of sargassum reaching the shore, he travelled eastward to other sites. Minister Hew’s tour included meeting crews undertaking roadside verge clearing in Midland Acres, and another team collecting litter and cleaning the beach near the Old Man Bay dock. He was particularly impressed with the results of the sargassum clean-up efforts at Frank Sound Junction Launch Ramp. Having seen the impact of NiCE reme- diation work accompanied by Project  Department of Environmental Health operative and NiCE Super- Manager Lois Kellyman and his Ministry visor Armando Range shows Minister Hew and Project Manager team, the Minister was impressed by the  Minister Hew meets NiCE worker Quincy Scott whose crew were Lois Kellyman Frank Sound Junction Launch Ramp and beach attitudes of the participants. doing roadside clearing at Midland Acres, Bodden Town after sargassum had been cleared from the area “The tour was a good opportunity for me to talk directly with NiCE workers beaches, roadsides and parks. It was “This trip clearly showed the pride certed long-term and cross-agency important for me to take the time to many participants take in beautify- solution. es of working on the project,” he said. meet and thank them on behalf of the ing the community and further con- The NiCE Winter Project 2019 is sched- and“The �ind NiCE out their crews day-to-day have been experienc- a com- government and my ministry for their firmed my opinion that sargassum is uled to run for three weeks from Monday, mon sight recently particularly on our efforts. a long-term issue that requires a con- 25 November to Friday, 13 December.  Speaker Bush Addressed Youth in Trinidad House Speaker Hon. McKeeva Bush addressed youth participants from high schools and tertiary institutions at a “Roadshow” to highlight parliamentary democracy. The event was organised by the Secretary General of the Com- monwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA). Mr. Bush, attending the CPA’s 44th annual conference of the Caribbean, Amer- icas and Atlantic Region this week in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, was a guest speaker at the Roadshow. Begun by the CPA Secretary General, Mr. Akbar

Grand Cayman, the Roadshow is now a partKhan of in the 2016, CPA with regional the �irstconference. one held in  CPA Secretary General Mr. Akbar Khan  Montserrat House Speaker Hon. Shirley Osbourne Mr. Bush highlighted the rules of Par- liament, the code of conduct that Mem- bers must abide by as well as the rules which govern the business of the House. He said that one rule de- crees that the Speaker cannot join in the debate in the House. Yet there is no rule which for- bids the Speaker as an Elected Member to voice the feelings of his constituents and speak for them outside the House, within the Cayman Islands or outside the nation, he noted. Those who oppose the Speak- er because he voices his opinion on matters of development or any other important issue “are not in touch with the reality that confronts constituents,” Mr. Bush told the youth. “In contrast to thinking, well in the past, that the Speaker can’t speak at all, there is many a dispensation that brings the imperative of a Speaker in to-  A section of the audience at the CPA Roadshow day’s world speaking for or  Speaker Hon. McKeeva Bush, at the CPA Road- against a matter that affects his The Speaker encouraged the young nities to put forth their ideas for the show, where he addressed youth constituents,” he commented. people to get involved in their commu- welfare and harmony of all community members. He advised them to have patience, nur- ture a loving spirit and care for one another in their school which would shift over into the wider community where they lived. “However, in all this distrac- tion of your being, ensure that you go to school and pay attention to your school work, for nothing in today’s world beats a relevant education,” he underscored. The Speaker added, “If you have ideas about becoming a Member of Parlia- ment, most of all you must be willing to serve and appreciate and genuinely care for people. That will be your best tool in getting the people to support you, when they see and feel that they can put their  President of Southern University Student Council  Student asking question trust in you.”  EDUCATION | POLICE NEWS C�� T�� Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Issue No 405 PAGE A5

NCU Alumni Chapter Announces Scholarship Awards Following the Jekalyn Carr fundrais- ing concert on June 30, 2019, the Cay- that featured US motivational speak- man Chapter of the Northern Caribbean erchapter’s and three-time �ive-day youth Grammy-nominated outreach effort University (NCU) Alumni Association singer Jekalyn Carr. announces the availability of its second All public and private secondary four-year scholarship to attend the Ja- schools and more than 50 youth organ- maica-based university. isations were invited to nominate representatives to attend the June 28 Judi- awarded to Sonia Asharie Bailey at the cial Administration’s youth convocation JuneThe 30 �irst Lions four-year Centre concert. scholarship The schol- was held at the Grand Court. arship, fully funded by a local donor, In addition to the youth convocation covers tuition, books, and boarding. and the concert, the singer’s Cayman The chapter also announces its top con- tour, with the theme “Unleash your Po- cert ticket seller, Dr. Martin Richards. Dr. tential; Hold Fast to your Values,” includ- Richards sold 120 concert tickets, win- ed visits to Northward and Fairbanks ning him two nights for two at the Little prisons, Cayman Academy, and churches. Cayman or Cayman Brac Beach Resort, Meanwhile, scholarship-awardee Bai- courtesy of Clearly Cayman Dive Resorts. ley will commence her studies at NCU in Commenting on the generous support September, 2019. She will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in education to pre- outreach initiative that culminated in pare her for a teaching career. theby the June community 30 concert, for Ms. the Patricia �ive-day Ebanks, youth On hand at the concert to welcome Ms. The chapter’s second four-year schol- tional-s-tcompetition_169767?pro- president of the Cayman Chapter of the Bailey to NCU was the university’s presi- arship will be tenable at NCU in Septem- NCU Alumni Association, said: “We were dent, Dr. Lincoln Edwards, who congrat- ber 2020. Candidates may elect to pur- Other Jamaica and international wins moved by the enormous demonstration ulated Ms. Bailey on her achievement. sue any of the university’s bachelor’s for�ile=1286&template=MobileArticle NCU include the Microsoft Imagine of goodwill by the community.” Presenting the award, Ms. Ebanks com- degree programmes. For further infor- Cup, on behalf of Jamaica (2010); the The availability of both scholarships mented on Ms. Bailey’s tenacity in qual- mation, email NCU.KyAlumni@gmail. International Business Model Competi- is a direct result of the many donors’ ifying to attend NCU via night classes at com. tion (2018); the Girls in ICT Caribbean concern for, and commitment to, the the Adventist Church’s CXC programme Among recent achievements, NCU Hackathon (2017-2018); the National wellbeing of the youth of the Cayman while holding down a full-time job. Science and Technology Competition Islands, Ms. Ebanks said, adding: “We Ms. Bailey, in turn, thanked the chap- Science and Technology Competition thank them for their community spirit ter for affording her the opportunity, retained its �irst place in the National the Girls in ICT Caribbean Hackathon and generosity.” saying that it had put on her track to cil (SRC) of Jamaica, on July 4, 2019. (2019).(2018-2019); and �irst runner up in The June 30 concert and a youth con- realise her dream of becoming a teacher (Seehosted recent by the report Scienti�ic in Jamaica Research Observ- Coun- NCU is among three universities in vocation sponsored by the Judicial Ad- and equipping her to help other young er: http://m.jamaicaobserver.com/ Jamaica that are fully accredited by the ministration were the high points of the people. career-education/ncu-dominates-na- University Council of Jamaica (UCJ).  Island Wide School Supply Drive Back for Fifth Year Caribbean Alliance Insurance, along- New for 2019 will be the transporta- side media partner Hurley’s Media and tion of a portion of the collected items transportation partner Whittaker’s directly over to charities in Cayman Brac, Transportation, is proud to announce as well as provide some support to the the return of the annual “Stuff the Bus” Education Department for help with the school supply drive. roll-out of new interactive classrooms in This year’s event will run between primary schools across the isalnds. July 26th and August 17th and will be “Stuff the Bus is a great way for the community and businesses to get in- tion drive. Every year the campaign at- volved and to do some good and make the �ifth year of the island-wide dona- an impact,” said Aleisha Lalor, Cayman various school supply donations to sup- Islands Branch Manager of Caribbe- porttempts school-aged to �ill a yellow children school between bus with the an Alliance Insurance. “We started this ages of six through 16. Since 2015, the initiative has collected derprivileged families with basic school more than 27,000 school supply items supplies,event �ive butyears each ago year to help we supportlearn more un- and hopes that the total number will in- about the changing needs of students, crease to 45,000 after this year’s event. so we try to add new components to  Help Caribbean Alliance Insurance and partners make the fifth annual Stuff the Bus Recipients of supplies in the past have enhance the campaign and meet those campaign, the biggest one yet by donating school supplies between July 26th and August 17th. Pictured from L-R Aleisha Lalor, Latoya Webb and Sabrina Dennis-Elgueta from Car- included The Cayman Islands Cancer ibbean Alliance during 2018 drive efforts Society, The Special Needs Foundation, nesses and individuals involved, so that The Needs Assessment Unit, and several togetheridenti�ied we needs. can Wetruly also support get other kids busi- in other charities. need in ways that are going to make an For more information on “Stuff the This year donations will go to The De- impact for them.” ta Towers or Hurley’s Media in Camana Bus,” or to organise a collection drive to partment of Education, The Department During the three week campaign, an- BayCaribbean or directly Alliance in the Of�ice Stuff at the 203 Bus Aliss- do- support the event, visit us on Facebook of Children and Families, The Family yone who wishes to purchase and donation collection boxes located at Buy or Instagram @StuffTheBusCayman or Resource Centre, The Crisis Center, and nate school supply items can do so by Smart, Foster’s at Countryside and Cost contact Aleisha Lalor at Aleisha.lalor@ The Boys and Girls Homes. purchasing items and drop them off at U Less. caribbeanalliance.com or 949-9744 

POLICE NEWS Police Respond to Robbery on West Bay Road, 1 Man Arrested and Charged, Property Recovered Early on the morning of Saturday, 20 July, the 9-1-1 Communicayions Centre bery in the vicinity of Margaritaville Re- sortdispatched on West of�icers Bay Road, to a where report a ofman a rob- had been robbed of his cell phone. rested a man, age 19, and recovered the stolenOf�icers cell phone. responded immediately, ar- The man has been formally charged with robbery and was scheduled to ap- pear in court on Monday morning, 22 July.  LOCAL SPORTS PAGE A6 Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Issue No 405 C�� T��

 A group of Under 12 Girls proudly hold their silver cup, with one of the dads  The champions come home We are the Champions! ... Continued story from page A1 Sharleen Duval, U12 Boys’ Team team and being able to have the op- Manager said: “We are the Gold Cup portunity and the experience to play.” formed well and worked hard for the Champions. The boys played excel- Paul Byles, head of youth develop- trophy.” lently; they were given some compe- ment at Academy Sports Club and Cláudio. Garcia, the U12 Boys’ tition but had a clean sweep. They did U17 and U16 head coach said “So we Coach, said: “This is a USA cup that has amazingly, and only conceded three had a very large contingent probably over 15,000 players in our age-group, goals and we had over 30 goals in the the largest number of teams we have and our Academy team won the Gold whole tournament. and they earned ever taken anywhere; about 200 peo- Cup, which is the highest level in that the respect of everyone there.” ple including players and spectators. USA tournament, and our boys per- Fibian Malcolm, Coach of the Under 12 and Under 14 Girls’ teams, said: they all did very well; a lot of teams they won the trophy, in a country like “The girls did very well; it was the Two girls’ team and �iver boys’ teams Americaformed so that magni�icently is literally andhuge, so and well, I Deputy Premier, Hon. Moses Kirk- think everyone should be really real- lands playing a tournament; and they connellmade it towas the also quarter there �inals.” sharing in the ly proud from the Cayman Islands. In performed�irst time out so well side to of gain the the Cayman trophy.” Is- celebrations: “I am very proud of Ten-year old Shardaye, a member of Paul Byles, the Academy, the home the Girls U12’s said: “The best thing team and the fantastic results. Very the �irst game we won 4-2, the second, about going to Minnesota was prob- proud of the kids, couldn’t be better,” 5-4,14-0, and the in third, the Finals, 10-1. In6-1.” the quarter�i- ably being able to hang out with my he said.   U12 Girls’ team member, Shardaye nals we won 4-2, and in the semi�inal, CAYMAN GETS REVENGE ON TEXAS ment best 25 points. Tareaque Simpson Elite Squad were able to get the better added a solid 15 points and 9 rebounds of Inthe their Cayman �irst team, matchup, defeating The Texasthem while Brad Lansdell added 9 points, 6 by 10 points in a very competitive and rebounds and 3 steals including the go exciting matchup. It was obvious that ahead bucket in the 4th quarter from champions of the tournament would which Cayman would not look back. emerge from these two teams. In Game Cayman made the home crowd ex- 1, Texas was able to pull away in the dying minutes of the game, taking ad- to the inaugural Cayman basketball vantage of their physical strength as a tremely happy and it was a �itting end team which seemed to wear down the cause they defeated Texas by less points Cayman defense. Texas had a slight edge (8)festival. than Caymantheir opponents �inished win 2nd in only game be- 1 in rebounds, Cayman shot slightly better (10), giving the Visitors the win based on head to head result. However, Cay- Both teams struggled from the free trow from the �ield (34.6%) vs Texas (34.5%), of its home team and looks forward to ing, turnovers, assist and blocks were moreman was boys electri�ied and girls by action the performance in the near line, shooting less than 60%. Rebound- opponents as some costly turnovers future. the bitter taste of defeat was one that 3 steals and 4 assists to lead the team Technical Director Victor “Voot O’Gar- thenearly Cayman identical. team After would the not �inal experience buzzer, to– whovictory posted in game 25 points,1. Cayman 15 rebounds,played its Cayman was led by Joshua O’Gar- ro, said a very special thank you to the again. classic In-your-face defense; applying ro’scame monster around intgame eh �inalof 29 minute points, of 16 play. re- Sponsors; Ministry of Sports, Cayman The rematch came on July 20th at 7:00 full court pressure on the Texans who bounds, 8 steals and 9 assists, just shy Islands Olympic Committee and Hertz seemed to be up for the challenge. But as of a quadrouple double! Teammate Rent-A-Car for their instrumental sup- man would look to slow down the even- the 4th quarter came around, the pres- Joanki Espinal came out hot and stayed port in making the tournament a suc- pm as the �inal game of the Festival. Cay- hot the entire game, posting his tourna- cess.  tual tournament MVP – Isaac Jackson sure appeared to �inally get to Cayman’s THEN & NOW C�� T�� Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Issue No 405 PAGE A7

THEN AND NOW: CELEBRATIONS

 Cayman Islands Regatta 1935. Schooner Rembro, trawl Caymania, Cayman Islands Yacht  Regatta, start of Sunfish Boat Race, in front of Beach Club, 1967 (Photo credit: The Cay- and Sailing Club (Photo credit: The Cayman Islands National Archive Photographic Collections) man Islands National Archive Photographic Collections) Community celebrations This time our series takes a look at how Caymanians have traditionally celebrated as a community throughout the decades. By Lindsey Turnbull June 1990 report in Newstar, “the racing was probably unique in its intense close- Taking part in special festive occasions ness, as everyone competing knew the with family and friends has always been seamanship and mannerisms of his rivals something to look forward to for Cayman and sea qualities of the other vessels.” residents in years gone by, just as much as The course itself started at the George in present-day times, providing a chance Town harbour, stretching all the way to to relax, kick back and have some fun. North West Point in West Bay, where buoys were anchored to show the turn Regatta was a community around point, from where the vessels affair would race back to George Town. The The annual sailing regatta was one event closed with a gala in the George such event that brought the communi- Town Hall on the evening of the third ty together for celebration each year, all day when the winners would receive their trophies and prizes. According to the Grand Cayman CISC, the regatta was gattathe way was back held from in Januarywhen it of�irst that started, year, considered the climax of the social sea- producedin 1935. Theby the �irst Cayman Cayman Islands Islands Yacht Re- son. George Town would be bedecked and Sailing Club. The club itself provid- ed local residents with a great place for population would be on the sea front, people to gather and enjoy each other’s watchingwith �lags the and excitement bunting andthat thewould entire be companionship. The club house was unfolding over the three-day event. located north of George Town where In an interview recorded with Ms Una members held meetings on Sunday Bush noted in the Cayman Islands Na- mornings throughout the year. The idea tional Archives Memory Banks, she de- for a regatta came about from the Com- scribes how “…they used to have a day  Pirate’s Week is loved by young and old missioner Allan Wolsey Cardinall, who or two, when our boats…cat boats, and founded the club, as a means to encour- the big schooners…sailed, and people orative magazine from the 1980s, writ- CayMAS is a relative newcomer to the age more visitors to the island. had a lovely time… they had dances and ten by Acting Governor Dennis H Foster, festival scene, another colourful event In those days the regatta consisted of they also catered to entertain those who states “Those who come to the beach to held in May that also attracts hundreds races between commercial schooners, came; picnics and things like that.” relax on the sand, in the sun, are as much to the streets of George Town and the and some years there could be as many The regatta paused for a few years, a part of the Regatta as the little boats West Bay Road. Next year these two car- as 20 white-sailed locally built schoon- until it was reinvented as the Easter Re- with sails many colours and the men nivals will be combining into one single ers and about 100 blue-painted catboats gatta in 1964. The foreword in the 16th and women who tack, plane, reach, beat national carnival, to be held on the sec- participating in the event. According to a Galleon Beach Easter Regatta commem- ond weekend in May going forward. Mile Beach and a spirit of camaraderie Incidentally, the name batabano makesor run inthe the holiday sea all pleasant along the for �ine all.” Seven Sure comes from the name of the tracks that enough, visitors to the event could enjoy are left in the sand when turtles come amusement at the Galleon Beach loca- onto the beach to nest. tion in the form of a bar and BBQ, greasy A discussion on national carnivals and pole, live band and water ski show. festivities can never take place without a mention of Pirate’s Week, now in its Parades, music and fun 42nd year. Initially developed to encour- In that same decade, the Rotary Club age more tourists to Cayman, Pirate’s Week is probably the most well-known 1983 in early May. The volunteer com- of all Cayman’s festivals. It always con- mitteelaunched tasked the �irstwith Batabanoorganising carnival Batabano in was chaired by the ‘face’ of Batabano, pirates landing, heritage displays, street Donna Myrie-Stephen, a Miss Cayman dances,sists of amazingand of course, �ireworks, a buzzing an energetic parade Islands winner in 1981. Still running through George Town today, Batabano, split into the adults’ The event centres on the traditional parade and another one specially for mock invasion by pirates, followed by children, sees hundreds don brightly the 'capturing' of the Governor while coloured, exquisitely decorated cos- pirates run amok before being cast off tumes and parade along the West Bay again for another year. It’s a highly popu- Road into George Town, dancing to the lar spectacle that’s always well-attended  The annual Pirate’s Week invasion pulsating rhythms of the Caribbean. by visitors and local residents alike. 

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The unbeaten 40-year-old Keith But it looks as if he has his eyes on Thurman on Saturday. the victor of Errol Spence Jr and Shawn Pacquiao claimed the 62nd victory of Porter’s clash in LA in September. He old American at the MGM Grand Garden Arenahis 71-�ight in Las career Vegas. to beatPredictions the 30-year- were con�irmed:Pacquiao “Yes,dropped I will Thurmanbe going therein the to that Thurman would be too young and openingwatch the round �ight.” and seemingly busted strong for Pacquiao, but the brilliant veteran had other ideas. the tenth, Pacquiao staggered Thurman Pacquiao said after that he is not sure withThurman’s a body noseshot. inThe the judges �ifth scored round. the In bout 114-113 for Thurman, and for Pac- Britain’s Amir star Khan who claimed quiao two scores of 115-112. lastwho weekhe �ights he nextand Pacquiao’sbut it’s unlikely team to had be “I think I can compare this to the reached an agreement for a Middle East Pacquiao said. “I mean, you saw to- nied by Pacman. nightMargarito, what Dewe Ladid Hoya, in the Morales ring. You �ights,” saw  Manny Pacquiao, right, is still a force at 40 showdownAnd after inhe November was quizzed – a claimon when de- my opponent. He’s very tough and he will be back in the ring following his heavy-handed. Keith is like Margarito.” Whyte (26-1, 18 KOs) scored a 12 round ian’s repertoire is astounding. His hand successful defence of the WBA welter- Pacquiao added that even at his age he unanimous decision over previously speed, precision, power and footwork weight title, Pacquiao said: “I think my unbeaten Oscar Rivas (26-1, 18 KOs) are marvellous. Campbell doesn’t have on Saturday night at the O2 Arena in much chance. gaveis not me through. this ability. “I can I’m still here �ight to and inspire give London. Whyte appeared headed to an next �ight will probably be next year. a good �ight.the The fans.” ability that I have, God easy decision, but in round nine Rivas history because my goal is to unify all After this �ight I am going back to the Thurman (29-1, 22 KOs) dropped him with an uppercut. Whyte of Lomachenkothe belts in thesaid: lightweight “This is a division.�ight for of Clearwater, Florida said: survived Rivas’ follow-up barrage and Luke Campbell is the next challenge for “Tonight was a great night of Rivas was never able to mount another me on that journey. He is an excellent boxing. The opening rounds charge. Scores were 115-112, 115-112, didn’t start like I wanted 116-111. Whyte is now the WBC man- them to. Manny Pacquiao datory challenger. and�ighter I cannot who Iafford remember to overlook well fromhim.” the got momentum with the Boxing fans in the know are looking 2012Campbell Olympics. said: He “I has think a dif�icult that Istyle, can early knockdown. Obvious- for the return of lightweight champion knock out anyone that I hit right, I be- Vasiliy Lomachenko (13-1 10 KOs) who lieve that I am one of the biggest punch- round. I’m not going any- will face Luke Campbell (20-2, 16 KOs) ers in the lightweight division. This is where,ly, he caught and I willme bein theback.” �irst for the WBC, WBA, and WBO world ti- Meanwhile, in a clash for tles on Aug. 31 at The O2 in London. and I’m preparing for it, physically and the vacant WBC interim Lomachenko is considered the pound- mentally.going to be This the is toughest Luke Campbell’s �ight of my year, life  Dillian Whyte is in line for a world title shot heavyweight title, Dillian for-pound king. The 31-year-old Ukrain- it’s my time.”  Lowry’s eyes are smiling Pocket Rocket Shane Lowry claimed a ﬁ red up for worlds win in front of his compatri- ots�irst with major a dominant championship six-shot warning to her sprint rivals ahead of the world cham- victory on 15 under par amid pionshipsShelly-Ann at the “Pocket London Rocket” Anniversary Fraser-Pryce Games on �ired Sun- a raucous scenes at The Open. day. Tiger Woods entered but his form was so poor that he never looked like being caught by home favourite Dina didn’t make the cut. Asher-Smith,Fraser-Pryce winning got away in aquickly time of in 10.78 the 100m seconds. �inal and Lowry started the cele- World 200m champion Dafne Schippers was disqual- brations early, his arms aloft as he squeezed through the "It's a long season and I've been training and train- crowds who swarmed the ing,"i�ied aftersaid a32-year-old false start at Jamaican, the Diamond who League won event.Olympic 18th fairway at Northern Ire- 100m gold in 2008 and repeated the feat on the same land's Royal Portrush. London track four years later. "This feels like an out-of- "To come out here and run 10.78 is a fabulous time. body experience," said the I feel good. The aim is to make sure when I get to Doha 32-year-old Irishman. (world championships) that I'm on point." Lowry held his nerve in the wind and rain to shoot a one- over 72, with Tommy Fleet- areNo coming Americans up this were week. in the 100m �ield at the London wood second on nine under. Stadium because their world championship quali�iers England's Fleetwood brief- ly threatened but a double bogey on the 14th effectively ished with a three-over 74. ended"I can't his waitchallenge to wake as heup �in- on  Shane Lowry surprised himself with his Open win out what it's going to feel like then.Monday It's morningjust going andto be �ind incredible," added Lowry Lowry and Martin were shepherded through the who was mobbed before he reached the green on the crowds and under a rope by marshals to allow them last hole. safe passage. Thousands of partisan fans lined the 18th to cheer There will also have been a sense of redemption Lowry's victory procession and as he turned to em- brace his caddie Brian 'Bo' Martin after hitting his the US Open three years ago when, like on Sunday, hefor started Lowry with following a four hisshot �inal-round lead but a 76 capitulation saw him fall at way ahead of him. away as Dustin Johnson won.   Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is back to her best second shot to the green, hundreds �looded the fair- De Gea gets amazing pay rise The European transfer market is at for Ivory Coast forward Nicolas Pepe. its busiest and most of the interaction is The 24-year-old has also attracted inter- happening around British clubs, main- est from Liverpool, Arsenal and Everton. ly because the English Premier League Arsenal are interested in signing Ju- is the most lucrative. Spain's David de ventus and Italy forward Moise Kean, Gea, 28, has agreed a new six-year con- 19, and have contacted his agent. tract with Manchester United which Nigeria winger Alex Iwobi says he will make him the world's highest-paid could be forced to quit Arsenal if he los- goalkeeper on around $370,000 a week. es his place to $85m-rated Crystal Pal- This is a surprise considering de Gea’s ace winger Wilfried Zaha. erratic form at the end of last season. Watford are in talks with French side Newcastle’s new boss Steve Bruce Rennes over a potential deal for 21-year- is weighing up a move to bring former old Senegal forward Ismaila Sarr. Magpies striker Andy Carroll back to the Crystal Palace have held talks with club. The 30-year-old Englishman is a Liverpool over the potential transfer of free agent after being released by West 28-year-old right-back Nathaniel Clyne. Ham last month. Tottenham and Neth- The Eagles want the Englishman, who erlands striker Vincent Janssen, 25, is played on loan at Bournemouth last sea-  David de Gea is in the money set to complete a move to Mexican side son, to replace Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who Monterrey this week. joined Manchester United in June. striker Neal Maupay. The 22-year-old England left-back Rose, 29, to Spanish Manchester City look set to win the Saint-Etienne's French defender Wil- Frenchman is one of the Blades' key tar- champions Barcelona. However, Italian liam Saliba, 18, will have a medical at Ar- gets this summer. champions Juventus are also interested mada, currently playing for Velez Sars- senal on Tuesday before a $29m move. Tottenham look set to fend off com- in signing the experienced defender. race for Argentine mid�ielder Thiago Al- Tottenham will have to pay $68m if petition from Inter Milan and Borussia Celtic and Scotland defender Kieran League champions are reportedly con- they are to sign Real Betis and Argenti- Dortmund to sign Fulham's England Tierney, 22, has agreed personal terms sidering�ield in his a $17mhome dealcountry. for theThe 18-year-Premier U21 forward Ryan Sessegnon. They are with Arsenal. West Ham have been of- old. summer. prepared to offer $25m for 19-year-old, fered New York Red Bulls and USA cen- Manchester United have advanced na mid�ielder Giovani lo Celso, 23, this as a potential replacement for PSG tar- tre-back Aaron Long. The 26-year-old has discussions with Lille over a $72m deal both interested in signing Brentford get Danny Rose. Tottenham have offered a £4m release clause in his contract.  Shef�ield United and Aston Villa are REGIONAL C360 PAGE B2 Wednesday, July 24, 2019 | Issue No 405 C�� T�� Gay Man Files Legal Challenge Against Dominica’s Anti-LGBT Laws A gay man, who has chosen to remain tled to discriminate and commit human anonymous for his own protection, has rights abuses against LGBT individuals,” said Philip. inica’s homophobic laws that criminal- “While Britain decriminalised homo- ize�iled “buggery” a landmark and claim “gross challenging indecency”. Dom- sexuality in 1967, a majority of Com- A statement from the Canadian HIV/ monwealth countries have not followed AIDS Legal Network, which is providing suit. LGBT people still face harsh laws in legal support along with the Univer- many parts of the world.” sity of Toronto’s International Human The case builds on the global move- Rights Programme and other likemind- ment for decriminalising LGBT sex, as ed groups, said this case “will demon- seen recently in Botswana and India. It also builds on precedents from sister laws violate human rights guaranteed in Caribbean countries Belize and Trini- thestrate Constitution that these of horri�ic Dominica. and outdated dad and Tobago, and will assist similar cases underway in Barbados and Jamai- nounced by Daryl Phillip, Founder ca, both also supported by the HIV Legal andYesterday’s Head of Minority of�icial Rights �iling Dominica was an- Network. (MiRiDom) and Maurice Tomlinson, The HIV Legal Network said the claim- WORLDSenior Policy Analyst WATCH at the HIV Legal ant at the centre of the Dominica case Network and a dual citizen of Jamaica has experienced “homophobic hostili- and Canada. ty, discrimination, harassment, threats, PAGE“Brutal 10 and oftenWednesday, life-threatening Octoberex- and physical 18, 2017 and sexual | Issueassaults Nofuelled 132 Caymanian Times periences are a daily reality for many by these hateful laws”. It said that in LGBT people in Dominica, and else- one instance, he was viciously attacked “With this case, we hope to provide where in the Caribbean. Because the in his own home but police refused to ti-gay laws and the violence that often the LGBT people of Dominica with the law criminalises all LGBT individuals, investigate and allowed his attacker to accompanies�lee their country them. of Butorigin we to must escape recog- an- BRITAINit sends a powerful message that other remainBRACES...for free. nize that some people doa not havehurricane the they so choose. We want to bring an end peopleThe unusual— whether nature law enforcementof this year’s or normal.“Canada is an important safe haven London was already noticing the toimportant,In the the hateful early life-af�irming laws hours that of plague optionOctober our to stay,coun-1987 if Atlanticregular citizens hurricane on theseason street is —making are enti- its forThis LGBT is therefugees most whopowerful are forcedstorm to effectsleave their of home,”this weather said Tomlinson. phenomenon southerntries, one legalEngland challenge was battered at a time.” by  the impact felt as far north as the British have hit Ireland in over 50 years. Mondayopportunity afternoon to �lee, with nor the do skiesthey wishturning to unannounced Great Storm (they didn’t Isles. an orange tint and the sun taking on an have names then). The storm was Monday evening Mainland UK and Northern Ireland eerie glow. ploughing its way north-eastwards The very experienced weather are bracing for a pounding from the Weather experts explained that was through Northern Ireland, which is part forecaster who under-estimated its remnants ofJamaica Hurricane Ophelia which Coulddue Seeto dust from the SaharaStates desert of of the United Kingdom, before sweeping impending ferocity has found as much has roared up through the North Atlantic that Ophelia had dragged through the notoriety as the storm itself which killed and was battering the Irish Republic on into Scotland. atmosphere combined with haze caused 18 people and caused extensive damage. Monday with gusts close to 100 miles an Northern England, Wales as well hour.Emergencyas London and otherfor areas in south-upaway asto Portugal. SevenBritain is Yearsbetter prepared this time east England were expected to feel the by the glow of forest fires from as far around. AlreadyAs the Jamaica three people government have beenaims killedto re- result of the implementation of the SOEs The severe extra-tropical storm comes in Ireland, and there have been power effectsin Kingston of the Western,storm with St high James winds and and St just a few days after the 30th anniversary It comes just a few days after the 25th outagesister Andrew and Holnessother disruptions says the country which torrentialCatherine. rain So, forecastit is, without for some question, regions, a of another weather phenomenon in this anniversary of the now infamous Great mightshouldduce murders takesee statesover signi�icantly, aof weekemergency to Prime return (SOEs) Min- to especiallyvery effective those tool,” in the he emphasized.north. part of the world. Storm of 1987. sustained for up to seven years. “In Kingston Western, we would have Speaking in the House of Represent- seen a reduction of 17 murders com- atives in the debate on extending the pared to this time last year. In St Cathe- state of emergency in the St Andrew rine North, we would have seen a reduc- South Police Division until October 5, he tion of 22 murders amounting to 32.8 argued that the SOE was the best tool at per cent, relative to last year this time, this time for achieving a meaningful re- and, of course, we would recall that St duction in murders. “If we continue to use this strategy in a which was declared last year. It is im- portantCatherine that North we bene�itedcontinue fromthe national an SOE en years and we can bring our murder effort to reduce crime, and, in particular, rateselective down way, to 16 give per ourselves hundred �ive thousand, to sev- continue to use the tool that is the State or 500 (per year). We would then be in of Public Emergency.” a position to use conventional methods Arguing that without sustained po- to maintain and reduce crime fully,” he lice-military intervention, crime will said. spiral out of control, Holness added: Between January 1 and July 15 this “And the theory behind it is quite easy year, Jamaica recorded 726 murders to understand. One murder, just one and 726 shootings across 19 police divi- murder, will have a reprisal effect,  During the States of Emergency, the security forces will have the power to search, curtail sions. The total number of people killed and depending on the context, the operating hours of business, restrict access to places and detain persons without a warrant last year was 1,287. reprisal effect can be more than one Holness said the SOEs are very ef- murder.” powers, including to search, arrest, cur- St Andrew South has recorded the fective in controlling the geographical The House approved the 90-day ex- tail operating hours of business, restrict highest number of murders since the spaces in which murders are occurring. tension of the SOE for the St Andrew access to places and detain persons “In 2018, we saw 360 fewer murders than the 79 murders recorded for the than in 2017. And that was purely as a the security forces temporary additional on July 7. correspondingstart of the year, period with 94 last cases year. – 15 more South division. That SOE – which gives without a warrant – �irst went into effect Barbados Lawyer Gets Landmark Ruling to Go Directly to CCJ After Six-Year Wait at Court of Appeal Queen’s Counsel Andrew Pilgrim has Omar Holder vs the Queen on Monday, won a monumental victory over the Bar- the CCJ made a determination that the bados Court of Appeal that gives him the Court of Appeal, headed by president greenlight to take an outstanding matter Chief Justice Sir Marston Gibson and directly to the Caribbean Court of Justice comprising Madam Justice Sandra Ma- (CCJ) for resolution. son and Justice Andrew Burgess, by fail- In a landmark ruling, the CCJ gave Pil- ing to make a decision had effectively grim the authority to “leapfrog” the local rendered a decision. Court of Appeal and have a matter heard Pilgrim said the Trinidad-based CCJ before the regional judicial tribunal. treated the absence of a decision as if court was reportedly made due to the conviction and sentence. inordinateThe decision length of of the time �inal it was appellate taking theHe Court said the of AppealCCJ granted had the af�irmed appellant the the Court of Appeal to rule in the case of Omar Dacosta Holder. The surprising ruling has come exact- Holder had been found guilty of the tri- lyleave two to weeks appeal after and the �ile outspokengrounds. attor- ple murders of 20-year-old Sakina Wal- ney-at-law publicly criticized the Chief rond, her three-year-old son Shaqkem Justice and the Court of Appeal for the Gittens and two-month old daughter tardiness in handing down judgments. Sha-Mya Mapp on March 31, 2005 and What had made the situation more was sentenced to death by Justice Mar- complex was the fact that Madam Jus- garet Reifer in 2010. However, Pilgrim tice Mason, now Dame Sandra Mason,  Queen’s Counsel Andrew Pilgrim has won a victory over the Barbados Court of Appeal appealed the sentence before the Court was elevated to the post of Governor after a six-year wait for an appeal for his client who was convicted of three murders of Appeal in 2013, but has been unable General, and Burgess is a member of the to get a judgment since then. CCJ, which precludes either from issuing with his appeal, but he said it was a bit- cess anew, because we have wasted over In an interview with onlineCaribbean newspa- a judgment on the matter. attersweet moment.a Glancesix years waiting on the Barbados Court of per Barbados Today, Pilgrim said after Pilgrim said he was delighted that his Appeal which failed to do its job complete- listening to the case management of uments now and basically begin the pro- ly,” Pilgrim said. 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