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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Melaine Walker Sets Sights on Paris 2024, Unfazed by Hurdles Ahead

Melaine Walker, the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games 400m hurdles champion, is looking forward to the Paris 2024 Olympics with optimism,…

By Anthony Foster 5 Min Read

Track Stars Converge on JC’s Ashenheim Stadium for ‘Corporate Champs’ Showdown

The Ashenheim Stadium on Old Hope Road is poised to host the 'Corporate Champs', also known as the Corporate Area…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Douglas Forrest Invitational Set For Jan 13 with Live Stream on TrackalertsTV

The Douglas Forrest Invitational is set to take place at the Stadium East in Kingston on January 13, starting at…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Jamaica Gears Up for Paris 2024 Olympics with Ambitious Plans, Says JAAA President

With 200 days left until the Summer Olympics in Paris, Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) President Garth Gayle is optimistic…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Steady Performances Mark Edward S. Temple Classic at Tennessee State

The Edward S. Temple Classic, hosted on January 6, 2024, at Tennessee State's Gentry Center in Nashville, provided a platform…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

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