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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Elaine Thompson-Herah opens season with 60m

Elaine Thompson-Herah will open her 2022 season today (29 Jan) at the Queens/Grace Jackson Track Meet in Kingston.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Steven Gardiner Breaks 300m World Record

Bahamian Steven Gardiner set a new world record in the 300 meters at the South Carolina Invitational meet at the…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Omar McLeod tackle Lyles, Miller-Uibo returns

Shaunae Miller-Uibo, the 2016 and 2020 Olympic champion in the 400m, will return to action at the New Balance Indoor…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Thompson-Herah, Parchment are Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year

In the Television Premiere of the 2021 RJRGLEANER Sports Foundation National Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year Awards, Elaine Thompson-Herah…

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Kevona Davis is 2nd; 3 Caribbean Athletes Win

Kevona Davis, the former Edwin Allen standout, ran 23.20 to finish second behind her Texas teammate Kynnedy Flannel (22.97) in…

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Christopher Taylor to feature in hot Millrose 400

Jamaican Christopher Taylor will face 2019 World Champion and Diamond Race winner Donavan Brazier in a big 400-metre clash at the…

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Roneisha McGregor, Barnswell start well at MVP Time Trial

Ramone Barnswell, Roneisha McGregor and Shimayra Williams were the top performers at the MVP Time Trial meet at Jamaica College…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Christine Mboma starts 2022 in front

Christine Mboma won the women's 100m title at the Athletics Namibia Grand Prix held in her home country at Swakopmund…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Ackera Nugent wins two titles at Corky Classic

Jamaican Ackera Nugent won two titles at this weekend’s (14 $ 15 Jan) TTU Corky Classic held at Sports Performance…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Super showdown: Lyles, Baker, Knighton at New Balance Indoor Grand Prix

NEW YORK, New York – Noah Lyles, the reigning world champion at 200m, will face off against Ronnie Baker and…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Aggies Set to Host Ted Nelson Invitational

The Texas A&M men’s and women’s track & field teams are set to host the Ted Nelson Invitational on Jan.…

By Anthony Foster 7 Min Read

Alabama opens 2022 Indoor Season

Alabama track & field is set to begin the 2022 indoor season this weekend, as the Crimson Tide travels up…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read