The local track and field landscape continues to shift as the OnDiRun/SprintFest 100 meet, originally slated for the GC Foster Sports College track, has been officially relocated to the Ashenheim Stadium at Jamaica College. This change of venue follows widespread uncertainty regarding the availability of the GC Foster facility due to upcoming resurfacing work.

A “Special Edition” with Added Relay Action

Organizers have designated this January 23rd staging as a “Special Edition”. While the meet is known for its signature 100m events, this year’s program has been expanded to include 4x100m relays across all classes for both boys and girls.

Key details for the upcoming meet include:

  • Date & Time: Friday, January 23, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
  • Objectives: The meet aims to provide critical early-season competition and fill the void left by the recent cancellations of the Western Relays and the Central Hurdles and Relays event.
  • Registration: All entries must be completed online via rosterathletics.com by January 19, 2026.
  • Real-Time Coverage: Fans and coaches can access up-to-the-minute results through the Roster Athletics platform.

Rising Concerns: Queen’s/Grace Jackson Meet Cancelled

The news of the SprintFest relocation comes amid a worrying trend for the 2026 season. We have been made aware that the Queen’s/Grace Jackson Track and Field Meet, originally scheduled for January 31, 2026 at the National Stadium, has been cancelled.

While no official reason has been provided for this latest cancellation, the loss of such a high-calibre meet is a major blow to the athletic community. High school teams rely heavily on these events to achieve qualifying performances for the ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys and Girls Championships, which are set to take place from March 24–28, 2026.

With the GC Foster resurfacing timeline still looming, there is growing concern that these may not be the last cancellations or relocations seen this season. Coaches and athletes are now navigating a highly volatile schedule as they prepare for the “Champs” in March.