Kemarrio Bygrave’s Thrilling Last-Lap Surge for Jamaica College in the 4 x 800 at Penn Relays 2024 was ‘One for the Ages’
In a spectacular finish ‘for the ages’, Jamaica College became the eighth team in history to win the High School Boys 4 x 800 Championship of America at the Penn Relays three times over. This year’s winning quartet was comprised of Nellie Ambriton, Kemarrio Bygrave, Rasheed Pryce, and Samuel Creary—who collectively took the title with […]
Jamaica Dominates: Most International High Schools at Penn Relays 2024
The 2024 Penn Relays, held at Franklin Field in Philadelphia on April 25-27, 2024, showcased the prowess of Jamaica’s high school track and field teams, with an impressive 47 schools participating, the largest international contingent at the event. Among the more than 15,000 participants from around the globe, Jamaica stood out, known for producing world-class […]
Recap: Six Jamaican High Schools’ Triumphs at the 2024 Penn Relays
The 128th Penn Relays, held on April 25-27, 2024, at Franklin Field in Pennsylvania, showcased outstanding performances from Jamaican high schools, with Excelsior High, Jamaica College, and Kingston College standing out. Here’s a recap of six achievements by these Jamaican high schools at the 2024 Penn Relays : The 2024 Penn Relays will be remembered […]
Jamaica’s Hydel Put on a Show at Penn Relays 2024
For the 128th staging of the iconic Penn Relays at the University of Pennsylvania’s Franklin Field in Philadelphia, Jamaica’s Hydel girls put on a show in Philadelphia. High School Girls’ 4×100 Meter Relay – Championship of America On the second day of the three-day competition, Hydel blazed to victory with a time of 44.71 seconds […]
Sandrey Davison’s Superb Anchor Leg Catapulted Jamaica’s Olympic Development Squad to Victory in the 4 x 100 at Penn Relays 2024
The Jamaican men’s Olympic Development 4×100 meter relay squad comprised of Oshane Bailey, Tyquendo Tracey, Ramone Barnswell and Sandrey Davidson finished this thrilling track sprinting event in first place at the 128th Penn Relays Carnival at Franklin Field in Philadelphia. This talented Jamaica-based quartet sizzled, while clocking a time of 39.59 seconds to finish ahead of […]
Jamaica to Host New Jamaica Athletics Invitational Competition in May 2024
On May 11, 2024, Kingston, Jamaica, will be the host of a new global track and field competition. The inaugural Jamaica Athletics Invitational (JAI) will showcase expert athletic performances and entertainment designed to thrill fans of both sports and music. 14 events scheduled The JAI will feature 14 events and attract the participation of elite […]
Track and Field Excellence Showcased at Miramar Invitational 2024
Earlier in April, the Miramar Invitational 2024 track and field event had the Ansin Park Sports Complex in Miramar, Florida was buzzing with excitement. Presented by The Ansin Foundation, some of the biggest names in track and field were on hand to showcase their talents in front of the thousands of attendees that packed the […]
Jamaican Wins Regional World Boxing Association International Title
Jamaica’s Nicholas “The Axeman” Walters, 38, won the regional World Boxing Association (WBA) international title in March, at the Whitesands Events Center in Plant City, Florida. The former WBA featherweight champion was announced the winner in a 10-round unanimous decision over his opponent, Joseph “Blessed Hands” Adorno of the United States. Walters has only fought […]
Jamaican Canadian Aaliyah Edwards 6th Pick at WNBA Draft
Former Connecticut basketball star, Jamaican Canadian Aaliyah Edwards, the sixth player chosen in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) draft event held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on April 15, 2024. Edwards, whose Jamaican parents, Stanford and Jacqueline Edwards coached her, will now play for the Washington Mystics. Following her selection, Edwards said she […]
Groovy Reggae Vibes for Penn Relays 2024
The 128th staging of the Penn Relays will be special. 60 years after Jamaican teams first competed at the prestigious relay carnival in Philadelphia, the black, green and gold will again take the spotlight at the 2024 staging. Team Jamaica Bickle, celebrating 30 years, will execute a Reggae Pop-Up vibe on the final day (April 27) and […]