Nassau, The Bahamas, January 21, 2023 – Colina’s Director of Corporate Communications threw out the first softball pitch to mark the start of the Junior Baseball League of Nassau’s (JBLN’s) 2023 season. The Company continues its corporate sponsorship of the Colina Astros Coach-Pitch baseball team (ages 7-8) and Colina Crushers girls’ softball team (under-21 division).

“Colina is committed to health, wellness and youth development,” said Maxine V. Seymour, Director, Corporate Communications, Colina. “We are ecstatic about partnering with JBLN to help keep young people active and teach them the sport.”

“JBLN is to be commended for providing a safe space for young persons to develop and pursue their passion for baseball and softball,” said Seymour.

After a numerous challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, JBLN is pleased to be back in action once again.

“Our youth baseball and softball program rely heavily on registration fees from parents as well as partnering with various corporate companies to assist in defraying the costs incurred for uniforms, equipment, field upgrades and overall operational expenses,” said Jodell Roberts, Board Member, JBLN.

“We are strategically making strides to bring our program back to the heart of our community, with the opening of our 2022-23 Baseball/Softball Season,” said Roberts.

The opening took place on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the Field of Dreams Complex at St. Andrew’s, Nassau East.

“While we are hoping the Colina Crushers and Colina Rays win their respective divisions, we wish the entire league a safe and productive season,” said Seymour.

About The Junior Baseball League of Nassau

Junior Baseball League of Nassau is a volunteer based youth sports organization that focuses on competitive baseball and softball skills. Boys and girls ages 5-25 compete in the various divisions within the league.

About Colina Insurance Limited (Colina)

Colina is a diversified financial services company, offering comprehensive life and health insurance solutions. Colina is wholly-owned by Colina Holdings Bahamas Limited (CHBL). CHBL is a Bahamian Company, built on a firm foundation of trust, integrity and responsibility. Colina has evolved over the past 155 years to become The Bahamas’ largest life and health insurer, with a solid reputation for providing insurance and related financial services products that help clients prepare for life’s unexpected events.