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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NACAC Championships final medal standing

At the end of Sunday’s final day, USA won 61 medals, 25 gold, 19 silver and 17 bronze to finish…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Fraser-Pryce bows into action today at NACAC Championships

Two-time Olympic 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce bow into action today (11 Aug) at the NACAC Championships.

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Spencer creates history at NACAC Championships

Saint Lucian Levern Spencer made history at the NACAC Championships on Friday (10 Aug) she's now the only athlete to…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

NACAC Champs LIVE updates

NACAC Champs LIVE updates

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Michael Frater up to the task

Michael Frater, 2005 World Championships 100m silver medallist, relishing his new role as manager of Jamaica's team here at the…

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Andre De Grasse talks setbacks and fatherhood

Andre De Grass, a top Canadian sprinter, spoke about his setbacks in 2017 and 2018.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Fraser-Pryce ready for NACAC Champs

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, one of the world's greatest sprinters, is getting ready for her biggest competition since giving birth in 2017.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Hughes, Asher-Smith reign supreme at European Championships

British sprinters Zharnel Hughes and Dina Asher-Smith stole the show with 100m victories at the European Championships on Tuesday in…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Forbes, James, Thomas, Borel win gold medals at CAC Games

Jamaicans Shashalee Forbes and Tiffany James won Central American and Caribbean (CAC) gold medals on Wednesday (1 Aug) in Barranquilla,…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Whyte, McMaster win 400h titles at CAC Games

Ronda Whyte and Kyron McMaster won Central American and Caribbean (CAC) 400m hurdles titles on Tuesday (July 31).

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Carter, Smith, Richards win gold at CAC Games

Jamaica won three gold medals at the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games on Monday, July 30. Sprinters Nesta Carter…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Bloomfield blazes 19.81 to win London DL

Akeem Bloomfield was in blazing form in Lodnon on Sunday (July 22). The Jamsican, who turned pro last month, ran…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read