Sands wants to be an inspiration

By Anthony Foster May 17, 2017

Leevan Sands, who battled injuries for the past four years, aims for a big jump at Wednesday’s (17 May 2017) Guadeloupe International Meeting that will get him into London 2017.

Sands also hope his fighting spirit over the years will serve as an inspiration to others.

His personal best jump is 17.59 metres, achieved during his bronze medal leap in 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. This is the current Bahamian record. He also won bronze medals at the 2003 World Championships and 2002 Commonwealth Games.

Men’s triple jump field for Guadeloupe International Meeting 2017:
Leevan Sands (BAH)
Donald Scott (USA)
Nelson Evora (POR)
Lazaro Martinez (CUB)
Chris Benard (USA)
Will Claye (USA)

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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