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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Justin Gatlin Invitational: A New Opportunity for High School Athletes

The Golden Elite Track and Field Club, in collaboration with Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion Justin Gatlin, is set…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Speed Capital Competition 2024: Expanding Horizons with International Events

Organizers of the 2024 Speed Capital Competition have announced an updated schedule for the eagerly anticipated event.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

OnDiRun and G.C. Foster College Team Up for Exclusive Sprint Fest 100

OnDiRun, Jamaica's premier track and field data management company, in collaboration with G.C. Foster College, the leading sports college in…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Sprint Fest 200 Results | Shanoya Douglas Shines in Class 2

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The On Di Run/JC Sprint Fest 200, a notable event in the annual track and field calendar,…

By Anthony Foster 18 Min Read

Pan American Games 2027: New Host City Sought as Barranquilla Fails to Meet Deadlines

Panam Sports organizers have announced a significant change regarding the XX Pan American Games. In a recent statement, they declared....

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

OnDiRun/JC SprintFest 200 to Stream Live on TrackalertsTV YouTube – Friday, 5 Jan at 2:30 PM

SprintFest 200, designed for efficient and high-quality competition, will be live-streamed starting at 2:30 PM on TrackalertsTV YouTube Channel, offering…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Michelle-Lee Ahye Honored as T&T’s Top Sportswoman of the Year

Michelle-Lee Ahye, Trinidad and Tobago's renowned sprinter, was honored as the Sportswoman of the Year at the T&T Olympic Committee’s…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Get Ready for the 2024 Penn Relays: Ticket Sales and Schedule Updates

The Penn Relays, a long-standing staple in track and field, have announced the commencement of their ticket renewal process for…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Prefontaine Classic Reveals Diamond Discipline Events for 2024 Meet

EUGENE, Ore. – Today The Prefontaine Classic announces the list of Diamond Discipline labeled events to be contested at the 49th…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Sebastian Coe’s Vision: World Athletics President Pushes for Sport’s Innovation

MONACO (MON): In his mid-December video chats with global track & field media representatives, World Athletics President Sebastian Coe discussed…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

World Champions Holloway, Arop, and Tsegay to Compete at 2024 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix

Three reigning gold medalists from the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest -- Grant Holloway, Marco Arop and Gudaf Tsegay, have all been confirmed…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Andre De Grasse Set to Compete in Astana for 2024 Indoor Season Opener

Andre De Grasse, the Olympic champion from Canada, is set to open his 2024 campaign at the 'Astana Indoor Meet…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read