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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IAAF CEO wants partnership with JAAA after witnesses meet on grass

IAAF CEO Olivier Gers witnessed his first track and field meet on grass meet and is now looking ahead for…

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Bolt explains reason for 100m over pet event in final season

Nine-time Olympic Games champion Usain Bolt said he chose to run only the 100m in his final season because it…

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Seymour improves on 60m hurdles PB

Seymour clocked 8.13 in heats to beat her previous best of 8.15 set last year in Portland, USA.

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Omar McLeod speaks about his amazing 2016 season

Omar McLeod, now a 7 step hurdler, said "never in a million years I would envision this (being World Indoor…

PHOTO ALBUM: Puma/JAAA Development Meet

Puma/JAAA Development Meet

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