Why Jamaicans Are Celebrating AJ Dybantsa After His No. 1 NBA Draft Selection
AJ Dybantsa entered the history books when he was selected No. 1 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards. While basketball fans know him as one of the top young talents in the game, many Jamaicans are also paying attention because of his strong connection to the island through his mother and […]
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Is Right: Jamaica Must Do Better by Its Athletes
When Olympic legend and Jamaica’s Ambassador-at-Large, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, addressed delegates on day three of the Jamaica Diaspora Conference this week, she gave voice to an issue that has long existed beneath Jamaica’s sporting success: the lack of consistent support for the athletes who proudly represent the nation on the world stage. During a panel discussion […]
This WNBA Rookie of Jamaican Heritage Breaks Three Point Record to Make History
Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles added her name to the WNBA record book after producing one of the best shooting performances ever by a first year player. The guard set a new WNBA rookie record for three pointers made in a single game, connecting on eight shots from beyond the arc during a victory over […]
Knicks Win Championship Led by Jamaican Heritage Star Jalen Brunson
The New York Knicks are NBA champions after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 4-1 in the NBA Finals, ending a championship drought that stretched back to 1973. The title was secured at Madison Square Garden after New York closed out the series in Game 5, delivering a moment generations of Knicks fans had waited decades […]
Jamaican Artistic Swim Team Wins 7 Gold Medals in Florida
Jamaica’s artistic swimming programme continued its steady rise on the international stage after Team Jamaica, competing under the JAMUNITED banner, won 21 medals at the Coral Springs Worldwide Invitational 2026 in Florida. The team secured 7 gold medals, 8 silver medals, and 6 bronze medals during the international competition, while the Jamaican Youth Team also […]
The Reggae Boyz Missed the World Cup But This New Commercial Proves Jamaica Still Rules the World Stage
Jamaica may have missed out on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the island still managed to score a memorable moment on the global stage. A new Airbnb commercial celebrating the FIFA World Cup opens with a rapid-fire lesson on how cultures influence one another. In just a few seconds, viewers are reminded that some […]
Jamaica’s Men’s Curling Team Wins Historic Medal in Scotland
Jamaica’s National Men’s Curling Team has earned a bronze medal at the World Championship Pre Qualifier Pan Continental event in Dumfries, Scotland, marking a significant milestone for the country’s growing presence in international curling. Competing against teams from Mexico, India, Chinese Taipei, Saudi Arabia and Kenya, Jamaica secured a third place finish behind Mexico and […]
Jamaica College Takes Home Another Trophy in a Year of Winning
Jamaica College added another title to its growing list of achievements in 2026 after the Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida defeated the Wolmer’s Old Boys Association of Florida 2 to 0 to win the Richard Davy Cup during True Blue Weekend 2026 in Miramar, Florida. The match was part of the fourth staging […]
Jamaican Footballer Altimont Butler Honored In South Florida
Jamaican football legend Altimont Butler was honored recently during the 19th staging of True Blue Weekend in South Florida. The event, hosted by the Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida, recognized Butler for his contribution to Jamaican football as both a player and coach. The recognition took place during the halftime ceremony at the […]
On This Day: Sprint Legend Merlene Ottey Was Born in Hanover
On May 10, 1960, Jamaican sprint legend Merlene Joyce Ottey, OJ was born in Cold Spring, Hanover, Jamaica. Widely regarded as one of the greatest female sprinters in the history of track and field, Ottey enjoyed a remarkable career that spanned more than two decades, helping to pave the way for Jamaica’s rise as a […]