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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Ashanti Moore, Kimar Farquharson set new marks at Camperdown Classic

Ashanti Moore and Kimar Farquharson were in record-breaking form at Saturday's (8 Feb) Camperdown Classic at the National Stadium in…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Danielle Williams runs huge PB to win 60m hurdles at Gamecock Invitational

Danielle Williams sizzled to a huge personal best at Saturday's (8 Feb) Gamecock Invitational.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Fraser-Pryce wins 60m, Asafa beats long jumper Gayle at Milo Western Relays

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce opened with season with a victory at Saturday’s (8 Feb) Milo Western Relays being held at GC Foster…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Bolt loses out to Rudisha in T&FN Athlete of the Decade Vote

The magazine described rankings as "tough decisions" while adding it was "by the thinnest of margins imaginable the decision came…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Bolt might discourage child from being an athlete

Usain Bolt, the little boy from Sherwood Content in Trelawny, who made his name through the sport, doesn’t want to…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Fraser-Pryce, Powell to run 60m at Milo Western Relays

Fraser-Pryce, who won a record four world 100m titles, is set to run a special women's 60m at the Milo…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Millrose Games at The Armory To Showcase Epic Signature Matchups

High anticipation transforms into reality this Saturday as the famed 113th NYRR Millrose Games takes place at The Armory New Balance Track & Field…

By Anthony Foster 7 Min Read

Results | JAAA/Puma Jamalco Development Meet | February 2020

Results from the 2020 staging of the JAAA/Puma Jamalco Development Meet held at Jamalco Sports Club in Clarendon on 1…

By Anthony Foster 0 Min Read

Results from around the world

Bolade Ajomale clocked 6.64secs in the 60m at the York Open meet, while Crystal Emmanuel won women's race

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Clayton, Everett stamp class on 100m at Youngster Goldsmith Classic

Michali Everett and Tina Clayton stamped their class on the 100m at Saturday's Puma/Grace Youngster Goldsmith Classic at the National…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Maurice Wilson appointed new principal of GC Foster College

Jamaica's senior track and field coach Maurice Wilson is the new principal of GC Foster College of Physical Education and…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Francis 21.40, Gaither 23.97 at Houston G5 & Super 22 Invitational

Javon Francis finished fourth in the men's 200m and Bahamian Tynia Gaither, 3rd in the women's event, at Saturday's final…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read