In a continuing effort to partner with the community of Exuma, BOB recently sponsored the “E” Class Category in the Senior Division of the National Family Island Regatta. Despite sporadic rainfall during the event in picturesque Elizabeth Harbour, the sailors proved that they possessed the skill to effectively harness the wind while riding the waves in their sloops.

The celebrations concluded on Saturday night 26th April with an evening of pomp and pageantry and entertainment by the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band. Presentations of the Trophies and cash prizes were also made to the sailors at the closing ceremony.

Aniffa Curtis, Officer-in-Charge of BOB’s Exuma Branch and Minister of Tourism, The Hon. Obie Wilchcombe presented the “E” Class sailors with their trophies and prizes. The Bank of The Bahamas Limited Winner’s Cup went to Lloyd Sands of Andros while Rolston McGregor and Steven Rolle claimed second and third prizes respectively.

For 61 successive years, The National Family Island Regatta has been staged in beautiful Elizabeth Harbour at George Town, Exuma during the month of April. The event promotes The Bahamas’ sloop sailing tradition which positively impacts Exuma’s economy by the attendance of sailors and supporters who travel to the island to participate in the Regatta.

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BOB CUP WINNER – Anniffa Curtis, Officer-in-Charge of BOB’s Exuma Branch and Minister of Tourism the Hon. Obie Wilchcombe present the BOB cup to Lloyd Sands, first place winner in the “E Class” senior division race.