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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Powell wins 100m at Decanation 2016

Powell, who was chasing his 98th sub-10, for the second time in a week, failed to achieve the mark. This…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Edwards takes charge at St. Jago

Edwards, considered one of Jamaica’s best coaches talents, has taken over from Danny Hawthorne, who parted ways with the school…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Forte breaks 20secs in Brussels

The 23-year-old sprinter broke 20 seconds for the first time in his career.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Thompson to find new coach for 2017 season

According to information reaching Trackalerts.com, Thompson felt teenaged sensation, Khalifa St Fort, was getting all Boldon’s attention.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Lopez happy with NACAC’s Rio 2016 performance

NACAC led by powerhouse team, USA, won 55 medals – 21 gold, 16 silver and 18 bronze.

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Fraser-Pryce wearing protective boot

the athlete’s publicist, Sherie Ranston, said Fraser-Pryce visited her doctor in Miami on her way home from Brazil.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

It Dat Academy Summer Camp a success

The Camp, in its 5th year, attracted 52 participants with the focus being on general conditioning and introduction to the…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

McPherson 2nd, Day 3rd at Paris Diamond League

Jamaicans Stephenie-Ann McPherson with 50.33 and Christine Day, 50.75 were finished second and third respectively in the women’s 400m at…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Thompson, Powell top 100m races at Lausanne DL

Thompson, whose event, the women’s 100m, had to be re-run, ran 10.78 to take the top spot. The victory was…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Day 9 Results/Medals/Points Tables #Rio2016

Medal Standings 2nd Jamaica 9(6 gold, 3 silver, 2 bronze) Gold-Usain Bolt-men’s 100m/200m, Elaine Thompson-women’s 100m/200m, Omar McLeod-men’s 110m hurdles,…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Walcott grabs javelin bronze

The first to throw in the finals, Walcott opened with 83.45 to lie in fourth at the end of the…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Francis anchors Jamaica to 4x400m silver #Rio2016

Jamaica closed out the Rio 2016 Olympic Games with six gold, three silver and two bronze medals.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read