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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Duplantis, Chopra Headline Star-Studded Field for 64th Zlatá Tretra Ostrava

World record-holder Armand "Mondo" Duplantis and Indian javelin sensation Neeraj Chopra are set to headline an all-star lineup at the…

Jackson Leads U.S. Charge Against Olympic Medalists at Prefontaine Classic

The world’s best women’s shot putters are set to clash at the 50th edition of the Prefontaine Classic (5 July),…

Global Celebration: Relay Around the World Challenge Lights Up Kids’ Athletics Day

World Athletics and its Member Federations, athletics clubs, schools and people across the globe have celebrated Kids’ Athletics Day on…

Sanjay Ayre brings track showcase to Baltimore; Quincy Wilson, Jamaican stars set to compete

Jamaican Olympian Sanjay Ayre is bringing the East Coast International Showcase to Baltimore for the first time this weekend, with Olympic gold…

Hydel Smashes Penn Relays Record, Claims Fourth Straight 4x400m Title

Hydel High School of Jamaica extended its growing dynasty at the Penn Relays on Saturday (26 April), breaking the meet…

Edwin Allen Extends Jamaican Sprint Dominance at Penn Relays with 10th Girls’ 4x100m Title

Edwin Allen High tightened its grip on Penn Relays history on Saturday, racing to victory in the High School Girls’…

Hydel Leads All-Jamaican Quartet into Penn Relays Girls’ 4x400m Championship of America Final

Hydel High posted the fastest time of the day to headline a formidable group of Jamaican schools advancing to the…

Danielle Williams Wins, Shericka Jackson Second at Xiamen Diamond League

Danielle Williams secured an impressive victory in the women’s 100m hurdles, while Shericka Jackson settled for second in the 200m…

Purple Reign Continues! KC Celebrates 100 Years with 4th Penn Relays 4×400 Crown; Bullis Sets U.S. Record

PHILADELPHIA – Kingston College continued its centenary year celebration in style on Friday, capturing a fourth straight title in the…

Hydel, Edwin Allen Set Stage for Jamaican Showdown in Penn Relays 4x100m Final

Jamaica high school teams stamped their authority at Franklin Field on Friday (25 April), qualifying five of nine teams with…

Dawkins Makes It Three! Jamaican Field Stars Shine at Penn Relays

Jamaica stamped its authority in the field events on Friday morning (25 April) at the Penn Relays, claiming top honors…

Calabar Claims 9th Boys’ 4x100m Title at Penn Relays, Ties All-Time Record

PHILADELPHIA — Calabar of Kingston, Jamaica, captured its ninth High School Boys’ 4x100m Championship of America title at the Penn Relays on…