Carifta Games: New Stars Emerge in High-Flying Field Finals

The second day of action at the 51st Carifta Games 2024 saw some fairly good performances in field events during the Sunday’s (31 Mar) morning session at the Kirani James Athletics Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada.

Jamaica Soars to Victory in Field Events at Carifta Games Day 2

In the Girls Triple Jump Under 20 final, Jamaica’s Kimeka Smith leaped to victory with a best mark of 13.68 meters, managing to secure the distance on her second attempt after starting with a foul. Annae Mackey from the Bahamas claimed silver with a consistent series, her best also coming on her second jump at 13.58 meters. Cayman Islands’ Brianna Smith completed the podium with a best attempt of 12.86 meters, setting her mark on the first try.

In the Boys Long Jump Under 20, Jamaica’s Rickoy Hunter soared to gold with 7.48 meters, marking the winning distance on his penultimate jump. Bernard Kemp from the Bahamas wasn’t far behind, landing at 7.40 meters for silver, and Teon Haynes of Barbados secured bronze with a jump of 7.32 meters.

Bahamas Dominates Javelin: Tasha Stubbs Hurls to New Heights

The Girls Javelin Throw Under 20 was dominated by the Bahamas with Tasha Stubbs throwing a stellar 50.94 meters on her third attempt to clinch gold. Her compatriot Vanessa Sawyer followed with a silver medal throw of 43.03 meters, achieved on her final attempt. Grenada’s own Alliah Gittens thrilled the home crowd by grabbing the bronze with a throw of 42.33 meters.

Also happened on Sunday morning were semifinals action in the 200m and 800m.

These young athletes not only showcased their athletic prowess but also the spirit of competition and camaraderie that the Carifta Games are all about.

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Anthony Foster
Anthony Foster
Anthony Foster is a renowned Jamaican sports journalist, honored twice as the Jamaica sports journalist of the year (in 2004 and 2005). His journalistic achievements are globally recognized. Notably, he authored an award-winning article on Usain Bolt, the iconic 6-time Olympic champion, 11-time World champion, and record holder for the sprint double. This significant piece was published in the Jamaica Gleaner in 2004. Anthony's extensive coverage includes prestigious events such as the Olympic Games in Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. He has also provided coverage for seven (7) World Athletics Championships held between 2007 and 2022, alongside various other international sporting events. Noteworthy mentions comprise his coverage of the 2007 World Cup of cricket and his cherished experience reporting on the 2004 clash between his favorite football team, Argentina, and the USA.
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