The “Peace on the Streets” Basketball Classic, an ongoing tournament was taken to another level, as the pastors and politicians took the game behind the gates of The Bahamas Department of Correctional facility this past weekend.

Organized by Ministry of National Security Consultant Carlos Reid, a number of pastors and
politicians, led by the Honourable Zane Lightbourne, joined forces to take on the residents of the
maximum-security facility.

A competitive back and forth game saw the pastors and politicians down at halftime 18-13. They
managed to close within a point in the second half, only to see the residents of BDOCS take the
game with a final score of 35-30. At the end of the game, the officials, led by Randy
Cunningham, did an outstanding job in controlling the game, and if for only a fleeting moment,
time seemed to stand still. Although a game was played, the day was all about camaraderie and
bonds shared between the players and spectators.

Minister Lightbourne congratulated the residents for their outstanding game. He referenced their
playing the game of life, as he encouraged them to always strive together for common good in
achieving the best positive result possible.

Dr. Reid was excited at the idea to have the game played, and as he plans to expand the
tournament to the family islands, he also looks forward to playing again at the correctional
facility. He concluded the day with a stirring message of hope and encouragement to the
residents.

Home cooked meals were distributed among the residents, and tangible gifts and donations were
left behind. There were no bragging rights on this day, as it was a victory for everyone. Although
the game itself had a final score, the sportsmanship and camaraderie continue.

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