Bermuda's World Cup Squad
Hall has long been regarded as one of the Island's premier goalkeepers. The St.George's Colts goalie has enjoyed a solid season between the sticks and is coming off two admirable performances against Trinidad and Tobago earlier this month when he played in the absence of the injured Dwayne Adams. Hall is among several players set to make their World Cup debuts tomorrow.
Streaker, as he's better known, is arguably Bermuda's top 'keeper and on the verge of appearing in a third World Cup qualifying campaign. The Southampton Rangers player has fully recovered from a recent injury which forced him to relinquish the captain's armband during this month's warm-up matches against Trinidad. He appeared to struggle earlier in the season but some outstanding performances for Rangers of late indicate that he's peaking at the right time.
Thomas has recovered from an injury which put him on the sidelines during Trinidad's recent visit. The North Village defender comes into the squad to replace Kevin Richards who has school commitments in the US.
Jennings will again be expected to shoulder much of the load in Bermuda's defence. A seasoned campaigner, he was named 2003 Footballer of the Year during last week's Annual Sports Awards ceremony. Like Adams, the powerful defender is set to compete in his third World Cup qualifying series and is also a veteran of Bermuda's 1991 World Cup squad which advanced further than any previous national team under the leadership of coach Gary Darrell. Jennings, who led North Village to Martonmere Cup glory last October, rejoins his team-mates on the pitch having served out a one-match suspension after being sent off against Trinidad. He enjoyed a brief professional career at English club Hereford United during the early 1990s.
A former national team skipper, Burgess will start his second World Cup qualifying campaign tomorrow. The Devonshire Colts stalwart has long been regarded as one of the Island's premier defenders and his perseverance has paid off, earning a recall to the national team after being left out of coach Kenny Thompson's original World Cup plans.
A cousin of national coach Thompson, Lewis has enjoyed a solid season with club side Boulevard. Set to make his World Cup debut, he will be heavily relied upon to keep things tidy in defence and occasionally press forward to assist in midfield.
Swan is perhaps this season's most improved player. The 23 year-old Dandy Town marker will be making his World Cup debut following a solid showing against Trinidad earlier this month when he came on as a second-half substitute.
Dill is fast making a name for himself at Bernard Park. He's a fierce competitor and at times can be an asset coming forward for set plays. The North Village defender will also be playing his first World Cup match.
Another World Cup debutant, the North Village midfielder was plagued by injuries earlier this season but now appears to have finally shaken off the effects. Generally considered a midfielder, Boyles can also hold his own in defence or find his way to goal whenever given the task.
A former Bermuda national team captain, Wade led the Island against Jamaica's Under-23 national team at the National Sports Centre in 2002 and again earlier this month against Trinidad. He's making his third World Cup appearance and is now considered one of the national team's more seasoned players. The Southampton Rangers player/coach played professionally at Hereford United with Kentoine Jennings and is largely responsible for Rangers' recent turnaround in form.
The Southampton Rangers midfielder earned a late call-up to national team duty. Steede has yet to demonstrate the form which saw him emerge as one of the Island's leading goalscorers last season when he suited up for PHC Zebras. However, he has shown glimpses of what he's capable of in recent matches at Southampton Oval.
At age 19, Coddington is the youngest player in the national team. The Devonshire Cougars schemer performed well against Trinidad earlier this month, drawing high praise from coach Thompson.
Striker Smith will be hoping to finally open his national team account during his World Cup debut tomorrow. His goals have put Dandy Town in an ideal position to challenge for domestic honours this season. A talented left-footed forward, he also frequently drops back to assist in midfield.
Damon Ming
Ming might be one of the smallest players on the pitch but the Somerset Trojans midfielder can deliver a powerful punch, especially with his on-the-ball skills and ability to constantly run at defenders down either flank. He has enjoyed another solid season at Somerset and can put the icing on the cake with his World Cup debut tomorrow.
Clevon Hill
Like his father, Clevie Wade, before him, Hill now finds himself suited up in a Bermuda jersey and could very well be relied upon to get the job completed against Montserrat. Hill struggled through injury earlier this season but has now recovered to earn himself a place in the squad. He represented a local select which defeated Jamaica's Under-23 national team during the inaugural Dudley Eve Trophy commemorative match on local soil in 2002.
Jared Peniston
The Dandy Town player is steadily carving out a name for himself at St.John's Road and has performed consistently enough to earn himself a call to national team duty and a World Cup debut.
Ralph Bean Jr
Bean has yet to score at the national level, but will continue to be a threat up front. The North Village striker will be hoping follow in the footsteps of his father, Ralph (Gumbo) Bean, considered one of Bermuda's best-ever national team strikers.
Rohaan Simons
The Southampton Rangers striker scored Bermuda's equaliser against Trinidad at the National Sports Centre earlier this month to earn his country a hard-fought 2-2 draw. A late addition to the national team, he will now look to add to his international account and again repay coach Thompson's faith.
John Barry Nusum
Nusum will again spearhead Bermuda's attack. The former Wolves player - currently out of a contract at US Major League Soccer club Atlanta Silverbacks - enjoyed a fine performance against Trinidad before picking up a slight knock in the final match.
Carlos Smith
Smith brings plenty of experience to the team. Set to make his World Cup debut, he has again excelled at Dandy Town this season. The 34 year-old veteran scored Bermuda's opening goal in the second match against Trinidad and could be an asset in either midfield or in attack with his sheer pace.