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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Jamaican athletes enjoy 1st training session ahead of Tokyo 2020

Jamaican athletes enjoyed their first practice session since arriving here for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Sunday's (25 July) practice…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Stephen Francis heads personal coaches’ list for Tokyo 2020

Stephen Francis will head a list of personal coaches travelling with Jamaican athletes to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Tokyo 2020 COVID News update

Two athletes residing in the Olympic Village for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics here have tested positive for COVID-19, organisers have…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Alex Wilson runs stunning 9.84, 19.89 in Georgia

Sensational sprinting at the Georgia Games in Georgia, USA, by Swiss sprinter Alex Wilson recorded stunning times in the 100m…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Yohan Blake, Megan Tapper sizzle at ATL

Yohan Blake and Megan Tapper were among the Jamaican winners at Sunday's (18 July) American Track League (ATL) Meet at…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Thompson-Herah, Levy, McPherson win at Gateshead Diamond League

Three Jamaicans, Elaine Thompson-Herah, Stephenie-Ann McPherson and Ronald Levy, secured wins at Tuesday's (13 July) Gateshead Diamond League.

By Anthony Foster 5 Min Read

Müller British Grand Prix | Gateshead Diamond League LIVE Blogging

The Wanda Diamond League is back in Gateshead tonight (13 July) for the Müller British Grand Prix. Athletes in the…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

9 Jamaicans in Gateshead Diamond League

Nine Jamaicans will be in action at Tuesday's (13 July) Gateshead Diamond League meeting in the UK. Rio 2016 Olympic…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

How to Watch Gateshead Diamond League Live Stream

Again, track and field fans will be able to watch Gateshead Diamond League Live Streaming on Tuesday (13 July) from…

By Anthony Foster 5 Min Read

Thompson-Herah, McLeod to light up Gateshead DL

Jamaicans Elaine Thompson-Herah and Omar McLeod are two of the biggest names down to compete at Tuesday's (13 July) Gateshead…

By Anthony Foster 5 Min Read

Jamaica score big NACAC Champs with 61 medals

Jamaica ended the three-day NACAC U18, U20 and U23 Championships championships with 61 medals, three less than the host Costa…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Christopher Samuda retains position as JOA president

Christopher Samuda will serve another four years team as president of the Jamaica Olympic Association (JOA). The noted attorney defeated…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read