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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Allison shines brightest at Central Hurdles and Relays

The Holmwood Class Two athlete won the 100m hurdles event in a record 13.46 to beat Petagaye Williams’ (Camperdown) 13.60…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Fisher equals Collins record at Central Hurdles and Relays

Fisher, who last year switched switch allegiance to Bahrain, equaled Kim Collins’ 60m (outdoor) mark of 6.53 at GC Foster…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Several changes approved for Champs 2017

Principals voted overwhelmingly at the Terra Nova Hotel for the support in time for Champs, to be contested - March…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Clayton Brown impresses at Hokie Invitational

Florida Gators Brown, the national leader in the high jump, hopped, skipped and jumped 16.34 meters (53 feet, 7.5 inches),…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Puma taps into young Jamaican talents

They all have a strong possibility to make the podium in London and increase PUMA’s footprint in Jamaican athletics, which…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Several showdowns at Texas A&M Aggie Invitational

Visiting teams include Arizona State, Georgia, TCU, Texas Tech, UT Arlington and UTSA. Running finals begin at 1:30 p.m. with…

By Anthony Foster 6 Min Read

Thompson expects big and better 2017

Olympic Games sprint double champion Elaine Thompson said she "expect big and better 2017"

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Yohan Blake speaks about preparation for 2017

Jamaica's 2011 World 100m champion Yohan Blake speaks about preparation for 2017

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Dubai Marathon 2017 Live Stream

Ethiopian three-time Olympic champion Kenenisa Bekele will lead the Dubai Marathon field in the Middle East’s biggest mass participation event…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Jackson wants medals with good times

World and Olympic Games 400m bronze medallist Shericka Jackson said she is more matured and expect nothing but her best…

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Fraser-Pryce looks to positive 2017 season

Two-time Olympic Games 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce said training is going well and she will be ready for any challenge…

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McLeod eyes 110/400h double at major championships

Olympic Games 110m hurdles champion Omar McLeod said he would consider running both 110m and 400m hurdles at major championship…

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