BPL Powers Bahamian Youth to Global Stage: A Story of Impact and Excellence
- BPL sponsored the Bahamas Youth Chess Team at the 2025 World Youth U-16 Chess Olympiad in Barranquilla, Colombia.
- Support covered travel logistics, enabling athletes and families to attend this prestigious competition.
- Event drew 85 teams from over 40 countries in a nine-round Swiss-team format.
- Sohan Umesh emerged as the top FIDE-rated U-16 classic chess player in The Bahamas.
- BPL reaffirmed its commitment to powering potential and national pride through youth sponsorship.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 5, 2025
Bahamas Power & Light (BPL) is delighted to announce the resounding success of its sponsorship of the Bahamas Youth Chess Team at the 2025 World Youth U-16 Chess Olympiad in Barranquilla, Colombia.
Thanks to BPL’s support, a group of young Bahamian athletes and their families were able to participate in this prestigious international competition—an opportunity that would not have been possible without it.
“Without BPL’s help, we simply couldn’t have made this trip happen. Their support made it possible for our team to be there, competing among the world’s best.”
The Olympiad brought together 85 teams from more than 40 countries in a rigorous nine-round Swiss-team competition—each match testing the players’ focus, strategy, and willpower. Against this backdrop, the young Bahamians stood tall with determination and grace on the world stage.
A highlight among them was Sohan Umesh, who delivered a standout performance and is now recognized as the top FIDE-rated Under-16 classic chess player in The Bahamas. His remarkable display of talent is a testament to what focused training and the proper support can achieve.
“At BPL, we don’t just power electricity—we power potential. Seeing these young minds compete internationally with such poise and purpose reaffirmed why we support initiatives like this. We’re proud to back excellence and national pride.”
Team Bahamas Roster – 2025 World Youth U-16 Chess Olympiad
- R. Caerwyn Turnquest – Athlete
- Beverley Turnquest – 1st Vice President, BCF & Delegate
- Chika Pride – Athlete
- Sohan Umesh – Athlete
- Danica Rolle – Athlete
BPL’s involvement encompassed logistics, travel, and the encouragement of a big dream. The sponsorship turned excitement into presence and presence into achievement.
Media Contact
Bahamas Power and Light Company Ltd.Jazmine Romer-Rolle
Manager, External Communications
