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Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Belen, Columbus, Carrollton coaches are Dade Track and Field Coaches of the Year
It had been close to two decades since the Belen Jesuit track and field team had won a state championship. Longtime rival Columbus hadn't waited nearly as long to win a boys' title, but didn't want to share the crown this time. And for Carrollton's girls, it was a brand new experience when they stood on the top step of the podium for the first time ever. The coaches of those three programs all led their respective squads to state championships this season. And so, Belen's Victor Arrieta, Columbus' Danny Areces and Carrollton's Dylan Hermelee are this year's Miami Herald Miami-Dade County Track and Field Coaches of the Year. Hermelee wins the Girls' Coach of the Year honors after leading Carrollton to its first team state championship. For Hermelee, it's his second coaching honor within the same school year as he was also the Dade Girls' Cross-Country Coach of the Year this past fall after leading the Cyclones to a fourth-place finish at state. There was no settling for anything short of first place in track season, and every point was needed. With a group of nine competitors overall which was led by individual state champions Arianna Garcia and Grace Aldrich, Carrollton edged Montverde Academy by half a point to capture the Class 2A state title. On the boys' side, Arrieta and Areces split the Boys' Coach of the Year honors. Arrieta led the Wolverines to their first state championship since 2007 as their squad found the balance needed to edge some of the state's best teams in Class 3A. Arrieta had watched prior Belen teams come close, but just short to a title in recent years as the Wolverines finished second in 2021 and 2023. Belen's distance runners, led by Tiago Socarras and Marcelo Mantecon, propelled the team to the top spot. A season after sharing the team title, Areces helped guide the Explorers to an outright victory in Class 4A. Columbus' sprinters such as Alec Cruz, Shaddai Carter, Bryce Fitzgerald and Zamarion Lawson, under the guidance of veteran coach James Hardwick, led the way. But the Explorers' depth in the field events with top performers such as javelin state champion Remington Goins made a huge difference.
Euronews
30-05-2025
- Euronews
Replica of Columbus' flagship docks in central London
The Nao Santa María, built in 2018 by Spain's Nao Victoria Foundation, is open to the public, offering a rare glimpse into the Age of Exploration. Measuring 28 metres in length, the replica recreates the look and structure of a 15th-century carrack, combining historical design with modern safety adaptations. Visitors can step inside to explore the crew quarters, captain's cabin and cargo holds, where displays detail its transatlantic voyages and reveal the harsh realities of life at sea during Columbus' time. The ship remains in London until 8 June.
Euronews
30-05-2025
- Euronews
Video. Replica of Columbus' flagship docks in central London
The Nao Santa María, built in 2018 by Spain's Nao Victoria Foundation, is open to the public, offering a rare glimpse into the Age of Exploration. Measuring 28 metres in length, the replica recreates the look and structure of a 15th-century carrack, combining historical design with modern safety adaptations. Visitors can step inside to explore the crew quarters, captain's cabin and cargo holds, where displays detail its transatlantic voyages and reveal the harsh realities of life at sea during Columbus' time. The ship remains in London until 8 June.
Sydney Morning Herald
29-04-2025
- Sydney Morning Herald
Port Guide: Cadiz, Spain
The fortified, peninsular town of Cadiz, ancient but still energetic, is one of the highlights of Andalusia. Don't miss this local, under-the-radar charmer. Who goes there Celebrity, Cunard, Emerald, MSC, Norwegian, Regent, Silversea and Viking are among cruise lines contributing to the wide range of ships, from budget to luxury, that visit Cadiz. The city lies just beyond the Strait of Gibraltar in the Atlantic, so isn't usually on Mediterranean itineraries but rather on those that trek between the Mediterranean and Northern Europe around the Spanish, Portuguese and French coasts. Sail on in Who wouldn't be thrilled? This ancient, weather-beaten city sits on a fortified peninsula backed by the biscuit-brown hills of Andalucia and, following Columbus' second and fourth voyages (which sailed from Cadiz) became a major port servicing the Americas. Nelson and Napoleon battled Spanish navies off its coast. You'll feel like a buccaneer as you sail in and spy the city's limestone fortifications glimmering in the early morning sun. Berth rites Ships dock at Alfonso XIII pier alongside a terminal that contains little more than some check-in desks and souvenir shops. A second docking spot at Cuidad pier is nearby. Both terminals are grey and dull, so don't linger – this sparkling city and its blue ring of water is just steps away. Going ashore One of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited settlements has history oozing from every corner, although much of what you see today dates from Spain's baroque golden era, paid for with looted Americas gold. The fortifications and architecture are marvellous and most of the old town is car free, so wander at will and investigate churches, covered markets, fish restaurants and sea-gazing parks. The town isn't only beautiful but has a lovely everyday feel away from the major tourist crowds of Seville and Granada.
The Age
29-04-2025
- The Age
Port Guide: Cadiz, Spain
The fortified, peninsular town of Cadiz, ancient but still energetic, is one of the highlights of Andalusia. Don't miss this local, under-the-radar charmer. Who goes there Celebrity, Cunard, Emerald, MSC, Norwegian, Regent, Silversea and Viking are among cruise lines contributing to the wide range of ships, from budget to luxury, that visit Cadiz. The city lies just beyond the Strait of Gibraltar in the Atlantic, so isn't usually on Mediterranean itineraries but rather on those that trek between the Mediterranean and Northern Europe around the Spanish, Portuguese and French coasts. Sail on in Who wouldn't be thrilled? This ancient, weather-beaten city sits on a fortified peninsula backed by the biscuit-brown hills of Andalucia and, following Columbus' second and fourth voyages (which sailed from Cadiz) became a major port servicing the Americas. Nelson and Napoleon battled Spanish navies off its coast. You'll feel like a buccaneer as you sail in and spy the city's limestone fortifications glimmering in the early morning sun. Berth rites Ships dock at Alfonso XIII pier alongside a terminal that contains little more than some check-in desks and souvenir shops. A second docking spot at Cuidad pier is nearby. Both terminals are grey and dull, so don't linger – this sparkling city and its blue ring of water is just steps away. Going ashore One of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited settlements has history oozing from every corner, although much of what you see today dates from Spain's baroque golden era, paid for with looted Americas gold. The fortifications and architecture are marvellous and most of the old town is car free, so wander at will and investigate churches, covered markets, fish restaurants and sea-gazing parks. The town isn't only beautiful but has a lovely everyday feel away from the major tourist crowds of Seville and Granada.
