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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Michael Stephens says PB ‘a good sign’ at World U20 Championships

Michael Stephens, who ran a personal best 10.30 to win his heat, is confident going into the semi-finals round of…

By Anthony Foster 0 Min Read

Wayne Pinnock aims for PB in LJ final at World U20 Championships

Wayne Pinnock with an automatic qualifying mark of 7.76m, on his first attempt, booked his place in the final of…

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May explains 800m first round at World U20 Championships

Chrissani May explained her performance in the women's 800m first round at IAAF World U20 Championships in Tampere, Finland. Chrissani…

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Good opening session for Jamaica at World U20 Championships

Tuesday's (10 July) opening session, here at the IAAF World U20 Championships, was a good one for Team Jamaica. Michael…

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Seven Jamaicans in action on Day 1 of World U20 Championships

TAMPERE, Finland - Seven Jamaicans will be in action on Tuesday's (10 July) opening day of the IAAF World U-20…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

James continues comeback with victory at Aliann Pompey Invitational

LEONORA, Guyana - Former World and Olympic 400m champion Kirani James continued his comeback from illness with his second victory…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Watch Aliann Pompey Invitational LIVE Streaming

LIVE stream of the Aliann Pompey Invitational, on Saturday, June 30, 2018. Action starts at 3 pm EST with our preview…

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Kirani James To Compete At Aliann Pompey Invitational

The world and Olympic 400m champion Kirani James will run his second 400m of the 2018 season at the Aliann…

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API best exposure for Guyanese athletes

The Aliann Pompey Invitational is the premier international track and field competition in Guyana, South America. Although named for Guyana's…

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Watch Aliann Pompey Invitational 2018 Press Conference

Aliann Pompey Invitational 2018 Press Conference

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Taylor, Thomas head Jamaica’s team for IAAF World U20 Championships

Christopher Taylor and Damion Thomas head Jamaica’s 42-member team for next month’s IAAF World U20 Championships in Tampere, Finland.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Christopher Taylor turns attention to Bolt’s 200m WJR

Newly crowned Jamaica Junior 400m record holder Christopher Taylor has now set his sight on lowering Usain Bolt's 200m mark.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read