Bahamas Chamber Hosts Successful 4th Annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament

The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers' Confederation (BCCEC) proudly hosted its 4th Annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the stunning Royal Blue Golf Club, Baha Mar Resort, bringing together approximately 70 golfers from across The Bahamas' business community for a day of networking, friendly competition, and giving back.

As one of the Chamber's signature annual events, the Chamber Classic continues to strengthen relationships within the private sector by providing a relaxed setting for business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and Chamber members to connect beyond the boardroom. The tournament also serves as an important fundraising initiative that supports the Chamber's work to advance a stronger business environment in The Bahamas.

This year, the Chamber was especially proud to dedicate a portion of the tournament proceeds and silent auction funds to The Cancer Society of The Bahamas, reinforcing its commitment to supporting organizations that make a meaningful impact within our community.

The day began with registration and a delicious breakfast, generously provided by IHOP Bahamas, where participants enjoyed the restaurant's signature pancakes and eggs before gathering for the official welcome and 9:00 a.m. shotgun start.

Throughout the course, golfers enjoyed a variety of sponsor activations that enhanced the tournament experience. Caribbean Bottling Company Bahamas Ltd., the tournament's Beverage Sponsor, kept players refreshed with hydration stations positioned throughout the course featuring branded coolers stocked with water and soft drinks, alongside Coors Light and Monument beverages.

As the tournament's Wellness Sponsor, Nassau Agencies and Applied Nutrition helped golfers stay energized by distributing protein water, NA11 hydration drinks, and protein chips throughout the afternoon.

One of the day's biggest highlights was the Hole-in-One Contest, sponsored by Summit Insurance in partnership with EZ Car Sales Ltd. Golfers had the opportunity to win a brand-new, fully electric Hongqi EHS5 SUV, adding an extra level of excitement to the competition.

Following an enjoyable morning on the course, participants gathered for lunch, generously sponsored by NUA Insurance Agents & Brokers, before concluding the day with a networking reception and awards presentation, sponsored by Cable Bahamas, where players celebrated outstanding performances while continuing to strengthen valuable business relationships.

The event also featured a lively Silent Auction, with generous contributions from sponsors and supporters. The auction provided participants with another opportunity to support the Chamber's initiatives while contributing to its charitable donation to The Cancer Society of The Bahamas.

Tournament Champions

Congratulations to this year's winning teams:

1st Place

Kenneth Gibson and Stephen Johnson (Team Another Man's Treasure)

Kenneth Gibson and Stephen Johnson successfully defended their title after winning the 2025 Chamber Classic, becoming back-to-back tournament champions.

Their prize package included:

• A 6–8 night Oceanview cruise courtesy of Royal Caribbean

• A signature JW Paradise Rum gift pack from John Watling's Distillery

• A golf cleaning kit courtesy of Summit Insurance

2nd Place

Tyesha Tynes and Nathalee Tynes (Team Tynes)

The runners-up received:

• $500 travel vouchers courtesy of Escape Pro Travel & Events

• Golf prize packs courtesy of EZ Car Sales Ltd.

3rd Place

Marcus Pratt and Jimi Thompson (Team Commonwealth Bank)

Third-place winners received:

• A two-night stay with dinner at Comfort Suites Paradise Island

• Golf prize packs courtesy of EZ Car Sales Ltd.

Contest Winners

The Chamber also congratulates the winners of this year's on-course competitions:

• Longest Drive (Male): Lionel Sands

• Longest Drive (Female): Tyesha Tynes

• Closest to the Pin: Alexander Peterkin

  
  

These contests added another level of excitement to an already memorable day of friendly competition.

Thank You!

The Bahamas Chamber extends its sincere appreciation to every golfer who participated in the 4th Annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament. Your enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and continued support are what make this event one of the Chamber's premier annual traditions. Thank you for joining us for a day of friendly competition, meaningful networking, and community impact.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, partners, silent auction donors, volunteers, and the Chamber Classic Planning Committee. Your generosity, time, and commitment helped deliver an outstanding event while supporting the Chamber's mission of fostering a stronger business community and giving back through our contribution to The Cancer Society of The Bahamas.

We invite you to browse our Tournament Gallery to relive the highlights from the day and visit our Sponsors Page to recognize the organizations whose partnership made this event possible.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back for the 5th Annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament in 2027.