Teenagers Jake Brislane and Sienna Mosquera added to Bermuda’s medal tally at the Island Games yesterday.

Brislane showed determination to finish second in the men’s 5,000 metres in a time of 15min 15.38sec, while Mosquera shot a round of 74 to secure third in the women’s individual golf tournament, with her exploits helping the Bermuda team to occupy fourth position.

Mosquera, 18, was thrilled to become the first female to win a medal for the island in Orkney.

“I was really happy when I got the confirmation that I had won bronze,” she said.

“Today was tough and there was a lot of competition going on the entire day. When I came off the golf course, my team and my family were there and, they were all congratulating me.

“Standing on the podium, seeing the Bermuda flag being raised was so awesome. It was a really great event to be a part of.

“It’s been an amazing couple of days and I’ve loved every single day. The golf courses have been in an excellent condition and everyone’s been supportive.

“It was amazing to represent Bermuda and be a part of the team. I would really love to come and play this again.

“I also want to thank the whole of Bermuda and the Bermuda Golf Association for the ongoing support and for cheering me on even from abroad.”

Making a return to Stromness Golf Club, where she shot a female course record of 65 on Tuesday, Mosquera battled against the conditions.

“It was windy and that made it a bit difficult,” she said.

“But I didn’t play as well as I did the first time I played on the course. I wanted to play like how I know I can play and keep competitive.

“I realised that at the beginning I was playing a little safe. When things started getting close with everyone, I told my dad that I wanted to step it up and not be afraid to take the shots.”

Mosquera is heading off to Lehigh University in Pennsylvania and will play in the NCAA Division I Patriot League.

“In August I’m going to university so during the next four years, I just want to keep getting better,” she added.

“Hopefully, when I’m done with university, I would like to see if I can play on the Tour.”

Brislane, who finished fifth in the 1,500 ,metres on Tuesday, was delighted to fulfil his ambition of winning a medal at the Games.

“The goal for the Games was to get at least a medal and I’m happy to get silver,” the 19-year-old said.

“I was slightly disappointed I couldn't get gold obviously, but I tried my best. I stuck to my plan and I don’t think there’s anything I could have done to get the gold.

“In the 1,500 metres I was a bit too reactionary and not being decisive on my own. I changed that today and my plan was to relax for the first few laps then hit the front and try to wind up the pace. I did that and I think it paid off.”