Bermuda's elite junior athletes were recognised at a luncheon held by the Ministry of the Environment and Sports at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess on Thursday for their achievements in sport.

Held by Sports Minister El James, the luncheon was put on to acknowledge young Bermuda athletes, whether on the Island or abroad, in their respective sports and their successes.

The national junior athlete sponsorship programme helps young athletes of Bermuda with funds to participate in events and camps that will better their athletic performances.

All awardees were given cheques and plaques as a sign of their potential and awareness in their respective sports.

Tara Lambert, a previous recipient of this award, was on hand to give a vote of confidence and a reality past experience of how this award helped her, not only in her sporting life, but also as a person in society.

In order to receive money for any travels or events athletes wish to attend, they must first apply to their governing body who will in turn apply for funds from the minstry.

The awardees were between the ages of 13 to 17 years old and came from a wide range sports.

Below are the recipients of monetary funds from the ministry:

Micah Franklin-Squash, World Junior Squash Championships.

Cornell Bean Jr.- Golf, David Leadbetter Golf Academy.

Joshua Greenslade-Sailing, Volvo Youth Sailing Championships.

Alexis Bean-Track and Field, Boston High Performance Track Meet.

Philip Cooper-Tennis, Steve Smith Tennis School.

Adam Correia- Basketball, IMG Basketball Academy.

Stephanie Williams-Equestrian, Tampa Classic Show Jumping. Zeiko Lewis-Football, Arsenal Football Club. Marcus Uddin- Field Hockey, Seaford College Sports Facility.

Nicole Yearwood-Swimming, Ft. Lauderdale.

Greg Maybury-Cricket, Oakham Cricket Club.