JA T&F Updates

Olivia McKoy, #Jamaican javelin, discus, shot put, and hammer thrower, born 52 years ago today on 1 Dec 1973, in St. Catherine. St. Jago High, Northern Caribbean University, and Louisiana Tech alumna; two-time Olympian; won Commonwealth Bronze, 2 CAC Games Silvers. Her 2005 javelin throw of 61.10m remains Jamaica’s National Record. Sadly, she has spent long stretches homeless on the streets of Mandeville.#Jamaica #Caribbean

Two-time national 100m champion Tyquendo Tracey on whether bobsleigh could make him a better sprinter. See full interview @MissaAnalyst on YouTube.

Asafa Powell, Legendary #Jamaican sprinter, born 43 years ago today on 23 Nov 1982, in Spanish Town. ‘The Sub-10 King’ has broken the 100m world record twice and run that distance under 10 seconds more times than anyone else in history. Lest we forget. Photo: Walter Iooss Jr. #Jamaica #Caribbean en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asafa_Pow…

Natasha Morrison, #Jamaican sprinter, born 33 years ago today on 17 Nov 1992. Glen Goffe High School alumna; won 4x100m Olympic Gold 2020 Tokyo; World Championship 4x100m Golds 2015 Beijing and 2019 Doha, Silver 2023 Budapest, Bronze 2017 London.#Jamaica #Caribbean en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natasha_M…

Winthrop Graham, #Jamaican Athlete, born 60 years ago today on 17 Nov 1965, in Westmoreland. STETHS and University of Texas Austin alumnus. Won Olympic 4x400m Silver 1988 Seoul, 400m hurdles Silver Barcelona 1992; Pan Am 400m hurdles Gold 1987 Indianapolis and Goodwill Gold 1990 Seattle; World Champs 400m hurdles Silver Tokyo 1991.#Jamaica #Caribbean en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winthrop_…

Double Olympic sprint champion Elaine Thompson-Herah has returned to training at Elite Performance Track Club under the guidance of coach Reynaldo Walcott. jamaica-gleaner.com/article/sports…

Thread of donation and relief efforts for ease of reference. No donation is too small, in cash, kind or time. I'll update every time I see something new. Jamaica Government Donation link: supportjamaica.gov.jm The site also has a Needs List: supportjamaica.gov.jm/needs

Latest Episode - Ackera Nugent back in Jamaica youtu.be/tX4AJRgjrdM?si…

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𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘀-𝗗𝗼𝗱𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗲 Thomas-Dodd is Kent State’s only woman’s individual National Champion, winning shot put at the 2017 NCAA Outdoor Championships. She’s also a 9x All-American and 3x Olympian for Jamaica. #GoFlashes⚡️

Today, I’m pleased to announce the launch of supportjamaica.gov.jm, the Government of Jamaica’s official platform to coordinate relief, mobilize support, and manage recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. The site allows users to donate securely, submit pledges, report emergencies, and locate nearby shelters. It is designed to serve Jamaicans at home and abroad who wish to assist with national recovery efforts. Please remember, if it doesn’t end with .gov.jm, it is not an official Government of Jamaica website. Visit: supportjamaica.gov.jm 🇯🇲

Sabrina Dockery starts training with Noah Lyles group. Full story now on Sports Chambers. youtu.be/ugB5NMW0Gl0?si…

Wayne Pinnock, #Jamaican athlete born 25 years ago today on 24 Oct 2000, in #Kingston. Won Olympic long jump Silver 2024 Paris; World Championships Silver 2023 Budapest; World Indoors Silver 2025 Nanjing. July 2025 announced switch of national allegiance to Türkiye. #Jamaica #Caribbean en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wayne_Pin…

Here's my feature on Shelly-Ann from the @WorldAthletics Championships: youtu.be/GnAyUfBIOmQ?si…

It all comes down to this…😤 Years in the making that led to this point 😮‍💨. There was no room for nerves for Oblique Seville and Kishane Thompson at the #WorldAthleticsChamps 🎌 Watch the full Oblique & Kishane feature on our YouTube channel youtube.com/watch?v=7m_sUb… 📺

Insane 🤯 Kishane Thompson 🇯🇲 hit top gear within seconds at #EugeneDL this year to claim his first #DiamondLeague 💎 win in 9.85 seconds over 100m 💨

The 100m world champion says he is a still a long way off his best. See full interview at Mr Analyst aka Leighton Levy on YouTube.

World champion, Olympic medallist, and a key part of Jamaica’s sprinting legacy – Yohan Blake’s accomplishments in athletics are well-documented. Read more: jamaica-gleaner.com/article/lead-s… Full video: youtube.com/watch?v=eoKWEo…

Congratulations to Mr Yohan Blake, CD, honoured with the Order of Distinction in the Rank of Commander for his contribution to athletics in the area of Track and Field and Philanthropy.

The weight of a nation 🇯🇲 10 years after @usainbolt's last triumph at a #WorldAthleticsChamps, @ObliqueSeville and Kishane Thompson were on a mission at @WATokyo25 to bring the 100m crown back to Jamaica 👑 Watch the full Oblique & Kishane feature on our YouTube channel youtube.com/watch?v=7m_sUb… 📷