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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Janieve Russell eyes perfect hurdling techniques

Janieve Russell won the women’s 400m hurdles title on Day 2 at the Jamaica National Championships on Friday evening. She…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Damion Thomas not surprised by 12.99secs WJR run

Damion Thomas is no way surprise with his World Junior equalling 110m hurdles performance at Jamaica Championships on Saturday (23…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Grange Welcomes Shelly-Ann’s Return to the Track at Maquette Unveiling

The Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport has said the nation should say thanks and rejoice…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Elaine Thompson turns attention on World Cup

Elaine Thompson, who ran a session best 11.01 to win the Jamaica Trials on Friday night (22 June), is now…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce satisfies with her progress

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, who ran a season-best 11.09 for second at the Jamaica Trials on Fright night (22 June), said she…

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Miguel Francis wants pain free 2018

Great Britain sprinter Miguel Francis, who has had two surgeries in the last year, is hoping to remain injury free…

By Anthony Foster 0 Min Read

Shian Salmon getting ready for World U20 Championships

Shiann Salmon is very happy with her 2018 season and is preparing for July's World U20 Championships. She said winning…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Details of Jamaica U18 Invitational

The Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) has extended an invitational to members NACAC states to take part in June’s Jamaican…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Ian Weakley discusses athlete’s management role

Weakley, who was born in Montego Bay, Saint James Parish, has a personal best time 48.55 seconds, achieved in June…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Kirani James speaks, before and after 1st race in over year

Kirani James spoke about his first race, men's 400m at the JN Racers Grand Prix, in over a year.

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Verone Chambers unplugged

Jamaican quarter-miler Verone Chambers has her sight set on breaking the 50sec barrier. “I think about it. That was the…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Watch Andre Clarke runs sub-49 at Florida meet

Jamaican Andre Clarke was in top form at Saturday’s (9 June) Star Athletics Sprint Series in Florida.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read