[Written by ] Bermuda triple jumper said he is settling into life at the Olympic Village in Saint-Denis after arriving in Paris from Arkansas today [July 25]. Perinchief, who does not compete until August 7, will be joined in the French capital by coach Travis Geopfert and mentor Brian Wellman. He told Bernews: “I’ve settled in at the Village, and I’m enjoying the atmosphere.
It’s a nice set-up here; it’s beautiful!” The 26-year-old — who will be one of Bermuda’s two flag bearers at the Opening Ceremony tomorrow — also shared some motivational words for Bermuda’s team. “Although we’re a small country, we have a great team of athletes who can be contenders in their respective sports and events,” he said. “We can all do it!” Bernews will be providing comprehensive coverage of Bermuda’s athletes in the coming weeks, thanks to our sponsors Butterfield & Vallis, Auto Solutions, Clarien Bank and One Communications.
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