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Awardees at Wednesday's ANOC Awards held in Cascais, Portugal.
Olympics

Alfred grateful for continued recognition after Olympic success in Paris

Bradley Jacks October 31, 2024
St. Lucian Olympic champion Julien Alfred is grateful to continue to receive recognition for her historic achievements at the Paris Olympics in August. On Wednesday, the 23-year-old took home the…
They're off! The UWI Guild Pink Run kicks off with Lifespan reps Nayana Williams and Olaf Blackwood at forefront.
Athletics

Lifespan Spring Water throws support behind Pink Run

October 31, 2024
There were 1208 new cases of Breast Cancer in Jamaica in 2020, in fact, it is estimated that 1 in 21 women will get the disease. It is the most…
Julien Alfred named Best Female Athlete of Paris 2024 by ANOC
Olympics

Julien Alfred named Best Female Athlete of Paris 2024 by ANOC

Leighton Levy October 30, 2024
St Lucia’s sprint sensation Julien Alfred has been awarded the prestigious Best Female Athlete of the Paris 2024 Olympics by the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). Alfred, who dominated…
Jamaica track and field coaches to be issued two-year licenses starting January 2025
Jamaica Athletics

Jamaica track and field coaches to be issued two-year licenses starting January 2025

October 30, 2024
Beginning January 1, 2025, track and field coaches in Jamaica will need a two-year renewable license to continue practicing, as per the new regulations set by the Jamaica Track and…
Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred finishes second in social media vote for World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year
Olympics

Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred finishes second in social media vote for World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year

October 30, 2024
Saint Lucia’s Olympic 100m champion, Julien Alfred, has finished second in the social media fan vote for the World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year, as reported by the St.…
Olympian Shafiqua Maloney named sports ambassador for St. Vincent and the Grenadines by Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves
Athletics

Olympian Shafiqua Maloney named sports ambassador for St. Vincent and the Grenadines by Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves

October 30, 2024
St. Vincent and the Grenadines celebrated its 45th Independence anniversary with a powerful acknowledgement of national pride, honouring a select group of athletes as sporting ambassadors. Among these, middle-distance runner…
Jaydon Hibbert’s 17.66m ratified as World U20 triple jump record
Jamaica Athletics

Jaydon Hibbert’s 17.66m ratified as World U20 triple jump record

Leighton Levy October 27, 2024
World Athletics has officially ratified Jaydon Hibbert’s world U20 triple jump record of 17.66m, achieved on July 21, 2023, at the Herculis meet in Monaco. The Jamaican standout set the…
Jamaican Olympic gold medalist Roje Stona leaning towards potential NFL career shift: "I'm curious to see what I can do on the field..."
Jamaica Athletics

Jamaican Olympic gold medalist Roje Stona leaning towards potential NFL career shift: "I'm curious to see what I can do on the field..."

October 27, 2024
Roje Stona, Jamaica’s Olympic discus champion who created history in Paris this summer with a record-breaking throw of 70m, is contemplating a surprising career shift to the NFL. The 25-year-old,…
Jamaican Olympian Inez Turner Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award and Hall of Fame Induction at Fayetteville State University
NCAA Track&Field

Jamaican Olympian Inez Turner Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award and Hall of Fame Induction at Fayetteville State University

Leighton Levy October 27, 2024
On October 25, 2024, Fayetteville State University celebrated the remarkable career of Jamaican Olympian Inez Turner by bestowing upon her a Lifetime Achievement Award and inducting her into the 2024…
St. Kitts Athletics hosts field events seminar with renowned Grenadian coach Paul Phillip
Athletics

St. Kitts Athletics hosts field events seminar with renowned Grenadian coach Paul Phillip

Leighton Levy October 25, 2024
St. Kitts Athletics (SKNA) has launched a four-day sports seminar focused on field events, led by renowned Grenadian throws coach Paul Phillip. With participation from 32 athletes and 26 coaches,…
Stakeholders in the 2nd Ardenne Optima 5K engage in conversation at the recent launch on the school campus. (From L to R) Flo Darby, President of the Ardenne Alumni Foundation, Jacqueline Pinto, Principal of Ardenne High School, Takese Foga, Director Health Promotion and Education at the Ministry of Health and Wellness and race manager, Alfred 'Franno' Francis of Running Events Ltd.
Athletics

Ardenne High School launches second Optima 5K to fund Wellness Centre construction

October 25, 2024
Ardenne High School has launched its second annual Optima 5K Run/Walk, a major fundraising initiative to support the construction of a wellness centre on the school’s campus. The event, scheduled…
SAMUDA...the CGF has to develop a strategy that will compensate those sports that are being excluded.
Commonwealth Games

Samuda empathizes with Comm Games Federation over scaled-down 2026 event; urges possible compensation for excluded sports

Sherdon Cowan October 24, 2024
Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) president, Christopher Samuda, has expressed understanding and empathy toward the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) as they face the challenge of hosting a scaled-down version of the…
Olympic 400m finalist Jereem Richards excited to join star-studded Grand Slam Track League in 2025
Athletics

Olympic 400m finalist Jereem Richards excited to join star-studded Grand Slam Track League in 2025

Leighton Levy October 23, 2024
Jereem Richards, the 2024 Paris Olympics 400m finalist, has expressed his excitement about joining the upcoming Grand Slam Track League, which is set to begin in April 2025. Richards, known…
World Championship medallist Rushell Clayton signs with Grand Slam Track
Athletics

World Championship medallist Rushell Clayton signs with Grand Slam Track

October 22, 2024
Jamaica’s Rushell Clayton will get an opportunity to compete against the fastest women in the world consistently in the inaugural Grand Slam Track league next season. Clayton was announced on…
Glasgow confirmed as hosts for 2026 Commonwealth Games
Commonwealth Games

Glasgow confirmed as hosts for 2026 Commonwealth Games

October 22, 2024
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has confirmed Glasgow as the host city of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games will take place in Scotland from…
Grand Slam Track adds Richards, Roberts to stacked roster for inaugural season
Athletics

Grand Slam Track adds Richards, Roberts to stacked roster for inaugural season

October 22, 2024
Grand Slam Track has added more star power to its roster ahead of its inaugural season in 2025 with the signings of Daniel Roberts and Jereem Richards. The USA’s Roberts…
“Her successes and achievements are understated”- BAAA President heaps praise unto 60m hurdles world record holder Devynne Charlton
Bahamas Athletics

“Her successes and achievements are understated”- BAAA President heaps praise unto 60m hurdles world record holder Devynne Charlton

Bradley Jacks October 21, 2024
The historic achievements on the track for Bahamian sprint hurdler Devynne Charlton in the 2024 season need more attention and recognition according to President of the Bahamas Association of Athletic…
Olympic medalist Zharnel Hughes and Jamaican girlfriend Shenel Francis announce they are expecting their first child
Athletics

Olympic medalist Zharnel Hughes and Jamaican girlfriend Shenel Francis announce they are expecting their first child

Leighton Levy October 21, 2024
Great Britain’s Olympic medalist Zharnel Hughes and his Jamaican girlfriend Shenel Francis are set to become parents, as the couple revealed their exciting news on Instagram. On Sunday, Shenel shared…
Julien Alfred and Marileidy Paulino among nominees for World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year
Athletics

Julien Alfred and Marileidy Paulino among nominees for World Athletics Female Athlete of the Year

October 21, 2024
St Lucia's Julien Alfred and the Dominican Republic's Marileidy Paulino have been named among the six nominees for the 2024 World Athletics Women’s Track Athlete of the Year, following their…
St Lucia Olympic Committee president congratulates Julien Alfred on CANOC Sports Awards triumph
Athletics

St Lucia Olympic Committee president congratulates Julien Alfred on CANOC Sports Awards triumph

Leighton Levy October 20, 2024
The President of the St Lucia Olympic Committee (SLOC), Alfred Emmanuel, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Julien Alfred after her stunning achievements at the inaugural CANOC Sports Awards held in…
Julien Alfred caps remarkable year with two awards at inaugural CANOC Sports ceremony
Athletics

Julien Alfred caps remarkable year with two awards at inaugural CANOC Sports ceremony

Leighton Levy October 20, 2024
Julien Alfred, Saint Lucia’s sprinting sensation, was the star of the night at the inaugural CANOC Sports Awards on Saturday, walking away with two major accolades in recognition of her…
“I am very optimistic”- BAAA President Archer sees bright future for Bahamian athletics
Bahamas Athletics

“I am very optimistic”- BAAA President Archer sees bright future for Bahamian athletics

Bradley Jacks October 19, 2024
President of the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA), Drumeco Archer, sees a bright future ahead for Bahamas’ track and field program with stalwarts Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Steven Gardiner on…
Alfred says 100m semi-final performance gave her confidence to produce best in the final- “I knew I had it in the bag”
Olympics

Alfred says 100m semi-final performance gave her confidence to produce best in the final- “I knew I had it in the bag”

Bradley Jacks October 18, 2024
At any major championship, a strong performance in the semi-finals usually makes an athlete’s confidence skyrocket heading into the round where the medals will be decided. According to reigning Olympic…
JOA to honour Jamaica's Paris Olympians at inaugural "Olympic Salute" on November 16
Olympics

JOA to honour Jamaica's Paris Olympians at inaugural "Olympic Salute" on November 16

October 18, 2024
For the first time in Jamaica's Olympic history, the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA) will host a formal ceremony to honour the nation’s athletes who competed in the Paris 2024 Olympic…
Yohan Blake launches official fan app following restaurant opening and honours in Fort Lauderdale
Jamaica Athletics

Yohan Blake launches official fan app following restaurant opening and honours in Fort Lauderdale

Leighton Levy October 18, 2024
Sprint legend Yohan Blake, the second fastest man in history, continues to expand his reach beyond the track with the launch of his official fan app. The announcement, made on…
Jamaican rising stars Roshawn Clarke (left) and Ackera Nugent (right) have signed with Grand Slam Track.
Jamaica Athletics

Jamaica’s Roshawn Clarke, Ackera Nugent sign with Grand Slam Track

October 17, 2024
Grand Slam Track™, the new global home of professional track competition, launched earlier this year by four-time US Olympic Champion Michael Johnson, today officially announced the signings of Jamaican Olympians…
Ruth Chepngetich credits daughter and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce for driving her to marathon glory
Athletics

Ruth Chepngetich credits daughter and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce for driving her to marathon glory

October 16, 2024
Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich, the newly minted marathon world record holder, has opened up about how her daughter and Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce have been key sources of inspiration throughout…
From left: Jamaica's Minister of Finance and the Public Service, the Hon. Nigel Clarke, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Hon. Olivia Grange, UK Minister to Latin America and the Caribbean, Baroness Jennifer Chapman and Jamaica's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith at Tuesday's press conference updating the media on the redevelopment of the National Stadium.
Jamaica Athletics

Long overdue: UK based entities Ryder Architecture and CAA Icon have joint-proposal accepted by Jamaican Sport Ministry to redevelop National Stadium

Bradley Jacks October 15, 2024
The redevelopment of the place that has played host to so many of Jamaica’s track and field heroes, the National Stadium, is close to beginning as Jamaica’s Ministry of Sport…
Julien Alfred competing in the 200m at the Paris Olympics in August.
Athletics

Improving core, mental strength the main focus for Alfred in preparation for 2025 season

Bradley Jacks October 14, 2024
Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred will emphasize improving her core strength in preparation for the 2025 season, with an eye on improving her performances in the 200m. Despite being the…
A very pregnant Aleen Bailey-Taylor and her close friend Soyini Thompson at the baby shower on Sunday.
Jamaica Athletics

Jamaican Olympian Aleen Bailey and husband Joseph Taylor expecting first child, celebrate with baby shower with family and friends

Leighton Levy October 14, 2024
Jamaican Olympian Aleen Bailey and her husband Joseph Taylor are celebrating an exciting new chapter in their lives as they prepare to welcome their first child. The couple marked the…
Fraser-Pryce with Prime Minister, the Honourable Andrew Holness and sculptor Barry Watson at the unveiling of her statue six years ago.
Jamaica Athletics

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce reflects on the sixth anniversary of her statue at Independence Park

Leighton Levy October 14, 2024
Two-time Olympic 100m champion and five-time World 100m champion, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, has marked the sixth anniversary of the statue erected in her honour at Independence Park in Kingston. The statue,…
Olympic champion Noah Lyles proposes to Jamaican girlfriend Junelle Bromfield, receives global track and field support
Athletics

Olympic champion Noah Lyles proposes to Jamaican girlfriend Junelle Bromfield, receives global track and field support

Leighton Levy October 13, 2024
Olympic 100m champion Noah Lyles and his Jamaican girlfriend, quarter-miler Junelle Bromfield, are officially engaged, marking a significant moment in their relationship. Lyles recently shared a heartwarming video on Instagram,…
“I don’t feel like I’ve made it yet”- Olympic champion Julien Alfred hungry for more success
Athletics

“I don’t feel like I’ve made it yet”- Olympic champion Julien Alfred hungry for more success

Bradley Jacks October 12, 2024
Julien Alfred’s 2024 season was one for the books and the St. Lucian superstar is eyeing even more success going forward. The 23-year-old began her first full season as a…
Barbados up to 77 medals at Huntsman World Senior Games in Utah
Barbados Athletics

Barbados up to 77 medals at Huntsman World Senior Games in Utah

October 11, 2024
Patrons were treated to a dominant display from Barbados’ 61-member team at the 37th annual Huntsman Senior Games at the Greater Zion Stadium on the campus of Utah Tech University.…
Olympic gold medalist Thea LaFond-Gadson to be honoured by University of Maryland
Olympics

Olympic gold medalist Thea LaFond-Gadson to be honoured by University of Maryland

October 11, 2024
Olympic gold medalist Thea LaFond-Gadson, a 2015 graduate of the University of Maryland, will be honoured during the university’s football game against Northwestern on Friday night at SECU Stadium. LaFond-Gadson,…
Ashoka Road to be renamed Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Drive in honour of sprint legend
Jamaica Athletics

Ashoka Road to be renamed Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Drive in honour of sprint legend

Leighton Levy October 09, 2024
 Ashoka Road in Waterhouse, Kingston, is set to be renamed Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Drive in recognition of the track and field legend's incredible contributions to athletics and her community. The Kingston…
Yohan Blake with Key to the Region.
Athletics

Yohan Blake honoured with Keys to the Region as he launches Butcher's Barrel Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale

Leighton Levy October 09, 2024
World-renowned Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake, the 2011 World 100m champion and double Olympic silver medalist, was awarded the prestigious Key to the Region on Wednesday, October 8, during the grand…
World U20 100m Champion Alana Reid named brand ambassador for Burger King Jamaica
Jamaica Athletics

World U20 100m Champion Alana Reid named brand ambassador for Burger King Jamaica

Leighton Levy October 08, 2024
World U20 100m Champion Alana Reid has secured a major off-track deal, becoming the latest brand ambassador for Burger King Jamaica. The deal, initially set for one year but with…
Christie (second left) with colleagues including Frank Bruno (far right).
Athletics

Jamaican-born Olympian Linford Christie honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award by Sporting Equals

Leighton Levy October 07, 2024
Legendary sprinter Linford Christie OBE was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by Sporting Equals on Saturday, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to the world of sport and society. Christie, one…
Veteran track & field coaches Maurice Wilson, Kerrylee Ricketts, and Corey Bennett among honourees at National Coaches Day Awards; USA’s Ryan Crouser to receive special award
Jamaica Athletics

Veteran track & field coaches Maurice Wilson, Kerrylee Ricketts, and Corey Bennett among honourees at National Coaches Day Awards; USA’s Ryan Crouser to receive special award

October 06, 2024
The Jamaica Track & Field Coaches Association has announced that esteemed track and field coaches Maurice Wilson, Kerrylee Ricketts, and Corey Bennett are among several coaches who will be honoured…
Being named tourism ambassador 'a special honour' for Olympic champion Alfred
Olympics

Being named tourism ambassador 'a special honour' for Olympic champion Alfred

Leighton Levy October 06, 2024
Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred expressed her deep pride and gratitude on Instagram after being named a Tourism Ambassador for her home country of St. Lucia. Alfred, who made history…
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