A hero’s welcome awaited Bermuda’s rising track star Miles Outerbridge during this year’s Bermuda Day Parade, as the island celebrated his outstanding achievements at the 2025 Carifta Games.
Outerbridge, who captured gold in the 100 meters and silver medals in both the 200 meters and another sprint event at the regional championships, was recognized before thousands of spectators lining the streets of Hamilton. The young sprinter said the experience was one he will never forget.
Speaking with TNN’s Trevor Lindsay, Outerbridge described the overwhelming support he received during the parade.
“To be honest, it felt pretty surreal,” said Outerbridge. “Being back after not being home for a few months and just seeing everyone come out and show a lot of support towards me. I pretty much saw the majority of the island. To have all that celebration and attention around me at one time felt really good.”
The crowd erupted when his accomplishments were announced during the parade, creating a moment that gave the young athlete goosebumps.
“Having a whole crowd fix their attention towards you was big,” he said. “When they announce your name and tell all your accomplishments, it really feels great.”
While enjoying a brief stay at home, Outerbridge’s focus quickly returns to competition. He departs Bermuda on today (Friday) for Seattle after receiving an invitation from running shoe giant Brooks to compete against some of the top high school athletes in the United States. He will then travel to Philadelphia for the New Balance Nationals before competing at the World Under-20 Championships in Oregon in August.
Beyond those competitions, another major chapter awaits. Outerbridge is set to begin his collegiate career at the University of Houston later this summer, where he will train under legendary track and field icon Carl Lewis.
“It’s a really big honor to even be noticed by Carl Lewis for my talents,” said Outerbridge. “It’s definitely a little intimidating, but I’m extremely happy. I’m excited, ready to work, and ready to see how he can transform me into a better athlete.”
With comparisons already being made to Caribbean sprinting greats who emerged through the Carifta system, Outerbridge believes he can one day compete among the world’s elite.
“I definitely see myself coming up in the Olympics,” he said. “Hopefully making the semifinal or final my first year. I’m aiming for high nine seconds by next year and hopefully to further the national record. If I’m there by then, I should be in that race competing with the world’s best on the Olympic stage.”
Despite his growing success, Outerbridge revealed that he currently has no corporate sponsors, relying primarily on personal funding and assistance from Bermuda’s Olympic program.
He hopes Bermuda’s business community will recognize the opportunity to invest in a promising young athlete whose best years are still ahead.
“We haven’t had an athlete like me in years,” he said. “Investing in me at such an early stage in my career would be a great opportunity because there’s definitely a lot of growth ahead. I believe I can help transform the sport in Bermuda and inspire the next generation of young athletes.”
For now, Outerbridge’s time at home is short, but the support he received during Bermuda Day serves as a reminder that an island is proudly behind him as he chases his dreams on the international stage.
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