The Story of Jackie Pusey – Jamaican Olympian and World Championships Pioneer
For close to a decade, Jacqueline “Jackie” Pusey was a familiar figure on the track, representing St. Mary High School, California State University Los Angeles, and Jamaica with distinction. Twice an Olympian, a medallist at major international competitions and a record-setter at home, she remains part of the country’s sprinting heritage. Born on August 14th, […]
Celebrating Sherone Simpson One of Jamaica’s Most Consistent Sprint Champions
Manchester Parish may be small, but it produced one of Jamaica’s most consistent and respected track athletes in Sherone Anmarica Simpson. Born in the district of Devon on 12 August 1984, Simpson graduated from Manchester High School, where her early years on the track were marked by steady progress rather than flashy victories. Over time, […]
Jamaican-American Soccer Star Named Gatorade Florida Boys Soccer Player of the Year
Logan Hall, a Jamaican-American soccer player from Miramar, Florida, has been named the 2025 Gatorade Florida Boys Soccer Player of the Year. This honor recognizes not only his skills on the soccer field but also his leadership and commitment to giving back to the community. Who Is Logan Hall? Florida’s Top High School Soccer Player […]
Is This NBA Star the Next to Join the Jamaican National Basketball Team?
With the Jamaican national basketball team currently enjoying a surge of NBA interest, fans are now turning their eyes toward another towering possibility: Deandre Ayton. The 7-foot center, known for his physical dominance and soft shooting touch, is of Jamaican descent through his mother, and recent actions off the court suggest a deeper connection to […]
This Jamaican American Basketball Star Could Be the #1 Pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
AJ Dybantsa, a talented 18-year-old from Brockton, Massachusetts, is turning heads across the basketball world—and now, Jamaica is paying close attention. With deep Jamaican roots through his mother, Chelsea, Dybantsa is not only the top high school basketball player in the United States but also the projected #1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. His […]
This Jamaican Canadian Ice Hockey Player Was The First Black Player Picked In The 2025 NHL Draft
Kashawn Aitcheson, a defenceman with roots in Jamaica and Canada, was the first Black player selected in the 2025 NHL Draft in June. The 18-year-old was picked 17th overall by the New York Islanders after a breakout season in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Barrie Colts. Early Life and Jamaican Connection Born on […]
Clemson to Induct Jamaican Track Star Natoya Goule-Toppin into 2025 Hall of Fame
Jamaican middle-distance star and Olympian Natoya Goule-Toppin will be inducted into the Clemson Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025, a recognition reserved for former student-athletes, coaches, and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the university’s athletic programme. This honour celebrates Goule-Toppin’s remarkable collegiate achievements and her lasting influence in global athletics. The 2025 […]
Why Jamaican Track and Field Athletes Are Switching Allegiance – And What We Must Do About It
Gut-wrenching – that was the instinctive reaction upon hearing confirmation that some of Jamaica’s top track and field athletes may be leaving to represent another country. It didn’t matter which country; the heartbreak was the same. In the past, when this happened, most of the athletes involved were fringe competitors. With all due respect, this […]
Jamaica’s NBA Dream Team: Here’s Our Starting 5 – Who Would You Pick?
The Jamaica men’s national basketball team is poised for a serious transformation ahead of the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers. With up to eight NBA players either already declared or in the process of gaining eligibility, the team’s future has never looked more promising. The list of committed and potential players reads like an NBA […]
Jamaica’s Grand Slam Gamble: Setbacks And Missed Opportunities
April 4–6, 2025, will go down as historic, with the launch of the Grand Slam Track multi-national track and field invitational meet. Jamaica was chosen as the place for this inaugural staging, and this must be an indication of the value of Brand Jamaica. Every so often, both at the individual and corporate level, a […]