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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USA and Jamaica Make Podium Appearances on Opening Day of Pan American Games

The opening day of track and field events at the Pan American Games Santiago 2023 saw five finals unfold, offering…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Advocates ‘Patience’ in Pre-Olympic Comeback

Five-time world 100m champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is taking a measured approach to her recovery ahead of the Olympic year, citing…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Ecuador’s David Hurtado Shatters Pan American Games Record in Thrilling Pan Am 20 km Walk

Ecuador's Olympian and World Championships participant David Hurtado claimed the men's 20 km walk title at the Pan American Games,…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Noah Lyles and Kenny Bednarek Lead Charge to Dethrone Jamaica’s 4x200m Record

With the World Relays set to return to the Bahamas in 2024, the prospect of new world records is already…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Femke Bol and Jakob Ingebrigtsen Secure Consecutive European Athlete of the Year Titles

Dutch hurdler Femke Bol and Norwegian middle-distance runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen clinched European Athletes of the Year for a consecutive second…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Jamaica’s Elite Athletes Set to Dominate Pan American Games Santiago 2023

Fredrick Dacres and O'dayne Richards, both former World Athletics Championships medalists, lead Jamaica's track and field contingent for the Pan…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Top Runners Set to Blaze the Track at Frankfurt Marathon

Get ready for an action-packed showdown at the Frankfurt Marathon to electrify the streets on Sunday, November 29th. The race…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Is LSU the Destination for Rising Star Adaejah Hodge?

Teenage sprint sensation, Adaejah Hodge, continues her university visits to determine her future in education and athletics. Her latest stop…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Pocket Rocket Foundation Awards $160,500 in Scholarships to 11 High School Student-Athletes

The Pocket Rocket Foundation Board is thrilled to announce that 11 outstanding high school student-athletes have been selected as the…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Dina Asher-Smith Announces Coaching Change and Move to Austin, Texas

Dina Asher-Smith, the 200m champion from Great Britain's Doha 2019, is making a move to Austin, Texas. In a social…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Fred Kerley’s Silver Audi S5 Stolen in Miami, Appeals for Assistance

Fred Kerley, the world 100m champion from Eugene 2022, has reported his car as stolen and is reaching out to…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Sprint King Noah Lyles Calls for Expanded World Athletics Awards

Sprint sensation Noah Lyles is suggesting that World Athletics consider expanding the scope of the World Athletics Awards. Noah Lyles,…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read