The Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF), Bahamas Military and Maritime Academy (BMMA), successfully hosted the RBDF Triathlon onboard HMBS Coral Harbour on March 7th, 2025. This high-intensity fitness event featured a 300-meter swim, a 5-mile bike ride, and a 1-mile run, pushing participants to their physical limits in a test of endurance and teamwork.
The competition was divided into two challenging evolutions, a team event followed by a solo event. The event saw enthusiastic support from personnel stationed at HMBS Coral Harbour, who cheered on marines from various units, including BMMA, Commando Squadron, the Supply Department, and the Administration (Gym) Department.
Team Event Results:
1st Place – BMMA
Leading Woman Marine Aniska Bonaby
Petty Officer Jermaine Baker
Able Seaman Troy Seymour
2nd Place – Administration Gym
Able Seaman Kameron Ambrister
Able Woman Marine Brendia Ferguson
Able Seaman Rhemar Lewis
3rd Place – Commando Squadron
Chief Petty Officer Omar Albury
Woman Marine Danielle Zonicle
Marine Seaman Floyd Bethel
4th Place – Supply Department (Exchange Team)
Leading Woman Marine Jamie Cleare
Able Seaman Kavon Taylor
Able Seaman Leonardo Forbes
5th Place – Supply Department (Warehouse Team)
Able Seaman Ewan Moncur
Woman Marine Shania Munroe
Marine Seaman Tevin McPhee
Solo Event Results:
1st Place: Leading Seaman Otis Ferguson – Representing BMMA
2nd Place: Marine Seaman Tevin McPhee – Representing Commando Squadron
3rd Place: Chaplain Dr. Raymond Wells – Representing the Chaplaincy Department
4th Place: Able Seaman Ivan Rolle – Representing Commando Squadron
This event marks the first in a series of fitness challenges to be hosted throughout the month, reinforcing the RBDF’s commitment to fostering physical readiness and unit cohesion among its personnel.
Under the leadership of Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond E. King, the Royal Bahamas Defence Force is committed to promoting workforce engagement with an emphasis on delegation, accountability, and empowerment. Through initiatives such as the RBDF Triathlon, we foster a culture of resilience, teamwork, and excellence among service members. Additionally, through talent management and succession planning, the RBDF ensures its personnel are well-prepared to meet operational demands, securing a sustainable future for the organization.
(Photo Credit: Marine Seaman Edwin Basden)
