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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Malone, McMaster collect top awards

Malone, the Pan Am Games long jump champion, was named Female Athlete of the Year while McMaster, who finished fourth…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Usain Bolt loses out to LeBron James as AP Male Athlete of the Decade

The 35-year-old basketball player was a runaway winner in a vote of AP sports editors and writers. Tom Brady of…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Kyron McMaster more ‘disciplined’ going into 2020 season

Asked what the most important thing he would have learned from this season, McMaster replied: "Disciplined, how to be more…

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Malone describes 2019 season as “roller coaster”

Chantel Malone, British Virgin Islands' long jumper, described the 2019 track and field season as like a "roller coaster" ride.

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Stacey-Ann Williams joins Texas Longhorns

Stacey Ann Williams joined the University of Texas' Track and Field program as one of its 2020 signing class over…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Fraser-Pryce wins International Female Athlete of the Year Award

Fraser-Pryce, who won her fourth World Athletics Championships 100m title in Doha 2019, was chosen over several other big-name athletes.

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Holloway Wins The Bowerman to Close Monumental Collegiate Career

Gators Great Grant Holloway became the second member of Florida’s track and field program to win The Bowerman, collegiate track…

By Anthony Foster 7 Min Read

Megan Tapper leaves MVP Track Club

World Championships 100m hurdles finalists Megan Tapper has parted ways with MVP Track Club.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Asher-Smith confirms for Müller Anniversary Games

World 200m champion Dina Asher-Smith will run at the Müller Anniversary Games (London Diamond League). She is confirmed early for…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Little takes over Yohan Blake programme

Yohan Blake, who up to the 2018 season, spent his entire professional career under the guidance of Glen Mills, switched…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Asher-Smith Is Sunday Times Sportswoman Of The Year

World 200m champion Dina Asher-Smith has been named Sunday Times sportswoman of the year for the second consecutive time. Katarina…

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Coe meets Taylor to hear athletes’ voice

World Athletics president Seb Coe is to meet with Olympic triple jump champion Christian Taylor following the launch of a…

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