Who Was Arthur Wint? Jamaica’s Trailblazing Olympic Gold Medallist
Born on 25 May 1920 in the quiet rural community of Plowden, Manchester, Jamaica, Arthur Stanley Wint was destined to make history—not once, but many times over. A towering figure in every sense, both physically at 6 ft 4 in and in terms of legacy, Wint remains a national treasure: Jamaica’s first Olympic gold medallist, […]
How Seymour Newman Quietly Became One of Jamaica’s Greatest Middle-Distance Runners
For 45 years, Jamaica’s national 800 metres record stood unchallenged. Many had forgotten the man who set it—until Navasky Anderson broke the mark in 2023. That man was Seymour Newman: reclusive, fiercely private, and one of Jamaica’s most talented and underrated middle-distance athletes. In a time when the country is contemplating a new National Honour, […]
Jamaican Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw Honoured at 2025 Football Black List Awards
Jamaican football star Khadija “Bunny” Shaw has been honoured with the prestigious Cyrille Regis Award at the 2025 Football Black List Awards, held at the Emirates Stadium in London. This special award is named after the late Cyrille Regis, a pioneering Black footballer in England, and is presented to individuals who have made a significant […]
These Players of Jamaican Descent Appear on ESPN’s 2025 Playoff Ranking of the 50 Most Impactful Players
ESPN’s much-anticipated NBA Rank: 2025 Playoffs Edition has dropped, featuring the top 50 players expected to make the biggest impact this postseason. Among the elite names like Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and LeBron James, three players of Jamaican descent stand out: Norman Powell, Jamal Murray, and Amen Thompson. Each of these players brings a different […]
Visiting South Florida for the First Time for the Grand Slam Track Event in Miramar? Here Are 9 Things To Do While There
Are you coming to South Florida for the Grand Slam Track “Miami Slam” event happening May 2–4, 2025 at the Ansin Sports Complex in Miramar? You’re in for more than just elite athletics. This area, especially Miramar, is a vibrant hub for the Jamaican diaspora and Caribbean culture in general. Did you know that over […]
Calabar Turned on the Jets to Clinch ‘Emphatic Win’ in 4×100 at Penn Relays 2025
Presented by Toyota, the 2025 Penn Relay Carnival lit up Franklin Field from April 24 to 26 on the storied University of Pennsylvania campus in Philadelphia, USA. Now in its 129th year, the Penn Relays remains a beloved fixture on the track and field calendar. For fans, especially those from Jamaica, it’s a can’t-miss celebration […]
Kingston College’s Electrifying 4×400 Triumph at Penn Relays 2025 Marks Fourth Consecutive Victory
In one of the most thrilling races of this year’s Penn Relays, Kingston College (KC) cemented its legacy by clinching a historic fourth consecutive win in the High School Boys’ 4×400 Championship of America, presented by Grace Foods. Their time of 3:05.93 not only secured victory but equalled a century-old record for most consecutive wins […]
Hydel Dominates at Penn Relays 2025 with Record-Breaking 4×400 Win
Despite the unpredictable weather at the 2025 Penn Relays on Saturday, April 26th, Jamaica’s Hydel High School proved once again why they’re a dominant force in girls’ track and field. Their 4×400 relay team of Natassia Fletcher, Abigail Campbell, Sashana Johnson, and Jody-Ann Daley delivered a commanding performance, crossing the line in a blazing 3:30.42—smashing […]
Jamaica’s Christania Williams Finds New Glory on Ice in Two-Woman Bobsleigh
Jamaican Olympian Christania Williams is no stranger to speed. Known for her lightning-fast starts and a silver medal in the 4x100m relay at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Williams has now taken that explosive power to an entirely new arena—bobsleigh. And not just any bobsleigh team. She’s now the brakewoman for Austria’s top pilot, Katrin Beierl, […]
A Historic Start: Grand Slam Track Delivers a Spectacular Debut in Kingston
The energy was electric, the performances world-class, and the stakes higher than ever as the Grand Slam Track series kicked off its inaugural season in Kingston, Jamaica. Over three thrilling days at the National Stadium, 96 of the world’s fastest athletes competed in a revolutionary format that stripped away pacers, pushed head-to-head rivalries, and rewarded […]