News & Updates

Aug 08, 2020

CAMERON – Independence Day Hero

Nothing tests a man's mettle like adversity. Jamaica's Bert Cameron was tested severely at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles and passed with flying black-green-and-gold colours. He went to LA […]

Aug 01, 2020

Deon on Top in Atlanta

Pioneers like Cynthia Thompson, Una Morris and Rosie Allwood paved the way for a new generation led by Merlene Ottey to win track and field medals at the highest level. […]

Jul 28, 2020

Stepping Up at All-Comers Meets

If you only go to big meets like the Gibson McCook Relays, Boys & Girls Champs, the Jamaica Invitational and then Racers Grand Prix, you'll see exciting international and local […]

Jul 21, 2020

Great Expectations for Pinnock at Tennessee

Outstanding jumper/hurdler Wayne Pinnock is 'one of the best talents in the world'. That's the word from the University of Tennessee. Pinnock will be attending that institution on scholarship with […]

Jul 14, 2020

First Big Win for Little VC

The glittering track and field career of Veronica Campbell-Brown, CD, has been filled with consistent success. With two individual wins a piece at the Olympics and the World Championships and […]

Jul 14, 2020

Return To Training And Competition Guidance (Post) Covid-19 In Jamaica

The world has been gripped by a highly infectious pandemic caused by the SARS corona virus 2. COVID-19 infection has caused severe disruption to all aspects of life inclusive of […]

Jul 07, 2020

Bolt’s Breakthrough

Fans argue endlessly about which race made it clear Usain Bolt would be a star. In most cases, the race selected is either Bolt's stunning 100 metres 9.76 second victory […]

Jul 07, 2020

Next In The Sprint Hurdles Line – Brittany Anderson?

Ever since 1990, when Michelle Freeman became the first Jamaican to pierce the 13 second barrier, the island has produced a steady stream of top notch 100 metre hurdlers. Freeman, […]

Jul 04, 2020

McLeod Now With ‘#Foreverfaster’

Reigning 110m hurdles Olympic champion Omar McLeod is now a brand ambassador of shoe company Puma. McLeod, who failed in his attempt to retain his World title in the 110m […]

Jun 22, 2020

Feature on Diane Guthrie’s National Heptathlon Record

In 1911, the Right Excellent Norman Manley set a Boys Championships 100 yard record that lasted for 41 years. The Jamaican and NCAA heptathlon record, set in 1995 by Diane […]

May 15, 2020

Athletes Relief Fund – World Athletics

Professional athletes who are experiencing financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic will be able to register for a one-off welfare grant from today until May 31. WorldAthletics NewsTwo weeks […]

May 12, 2020

International athletics season announced for August to October 2020

An international athletics season of one-day meetings is taking shape between August and October this year following the commitment of most Continental Tour Gold and Wanda Diamond League meeting directors […]