fans that have packed the National Sports Centre throughout this week's Under-17 tournament.

"I wish to extend sincere thanks for the overwhelming support shown by the Bermuda public in general to this Under-17 tournament and in particular the Bermuda fans positive expressions to our Under-17 national team,'' he said.

"During the team's last two matches our fans have been the 12th man on the field and it truly has had a positive impact on our players.'' On a darker note, Tyrrell said the BFA was concerned that a small minority of people were smoking illegal substances and drinking alcohol during the matches. As a result police last night stepped up their prescence in a bid to combat such activities. "The BFA does not condone this behaviour,'' said Tyrrell, who went on to applaud those members of the public that had brought the matter to the attention of the authorities.