Exclusive: Michael Johnson on Grand Slam Track, Usain Bolt & Jamaica’s Sprinting Legacy
Four-time Olympic champion Michael Johnson has chosen Kingston, Jamaica, as the launchpad for his ambitious new athletics league, Grand Slam Track. In an exclusive interview with Jamaicans.com, Johnson shared why this moment marks more than just a sporting event—it’s a celebration of legacy, culture, and a bold vision for the future of track and field. […]
10 Things to Know About the New USA Track Meet for Jamaican High School Athletes
A brand-new track meet is set to bring top young athletes together on April 19, 2025, at Memorial Field in Mount Vernon, NY. The New York Next-Gen Invitational Relays will feature high school competitors from the USA, Jamaica, and the Caribbean, giving them a chance to go head-to-head before the Penn Relays Carnival in Philadelphia. […]
Winston “Fanna” Griffiths : The Winningest Jockey in the English-Speaking Caribbean
In the world of horse racing, few names command as much respect as Winston ‘Fanna’ Griffiths, OD. A Hall of Fame jockey and the most successful rider in Jamaica’s history, Griffiths holds the distinction of being the winningest jockey in the English-speaking Caribbean. His incredible career, spanning decades, has left an indelible mark on Caymanas […]
Jamaica Ranks Third Among Foreign Countries Represented in the NFL
The National Football League (NFL) has long been dominated by American-born players, but international talent continues to make an impact. Among foreign-born players, Jamaica ranks third in representation, following Canada and Germany. Jamaicans have been part of the NFL for decades, with Craig Bingham being the first Jamaican-born player drafted into the league in 1982. […]
This Jamaican Has the Most NFL Super Bowl Rings
Jamaicans love sports, especially track & field and “football”—which is known as soccer in the United States. American football has never been a major sport on the island, and until recently, you couldn’t find any organized American football leagues in Jamaica. Despite this, several Jamaicans have made a name for themselves in the NFL. The […]
Jamaican Honored by Miami-Dade Mayor with Proclamation for Community Impact
Wesley Frater, a proud Jamaican and influential figure in South Florida sports, was recently honored with a Proclamation from Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. The recognition took place during the 27th Annual South Florida Athletic Awards, held at Warren Henry Auto Dealership, the event’s title sponsor. This prestigious Proclamation highlighted Frater’s tireless efforts to […]
Two Iconic Jamaican Champions Named to ESPN List of Top 100 21st Century Athletes
Acknowledging that any attempt to rank the 100 best athletes in the world since 2000 is difficult, the sports network ESPN forged ahead to compile a list of the top 100 athletes of the 21st century. Included among them are Jamaican track and field icons, Usain Bolt and Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce. Usain Bolt, eight-time Olympic […]
When Tanzania Middle Distance Runner Filbert Bayi Broke the Mile Record in Jamaica
On 17th May 1975, 21-year-old Tanzanian middle-distance runner, Filbert Bayi, stunned the world with a performance that would go down in history. At the International Freedom Games, held at Jamaica’s National Stadium, Bayi broke the eight-year-old world record in the mile run, leaving spectators in awe. But this race was more than just a victory […]
Shelly-Ann’s Last Dance : A Farewell Celebration Befitting of a Sprint Queen
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, often hailed as the greatest female sprinter in history, began her 2024 season cautiously. At 37, the risk of overworking is high, so her late start wasn’t initially a concern. However, as the National Trials loomed and she withdrew from a scheduled meet, apprehension grew. Her first appearance of the season ended up […]
Meet Craig Bingham: The First Jamaican-Born NFL Player
Craig Bingham made history as the first Jamaican-born player to compete in the National Football League (NFL). Born in Kingston, Jamaica, on September 26, 1959, Bingham paved the way for future Jamaican athletes in American football. His journey from the Caribbean to professional sports is one of determination, resilience, and hard work. Early Life and […]