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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Big prize money on offer for JOA/JAAA Olympic Destiny Series

Starting this Saturday, the 22nd of May, athletes competing at the JOA/JAAA Olympic Destiny Series is likely to share over…

By Anthony Foster 6 Min Read

Bolt request support for Antonio Watson

Track and field legend Usain Bolt has warned fans not to "condemn and chastise" young Jamaican sprinter Antonio Watson.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Antonio Watson apologises for ‘gun’ gesture at Champs

Petersfield High's Class 1 boys' 200m gold medal winner Antonio Watson has apologised for his Saturday (15 May) actions.

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Jamaicans McLeod, Anderson, Whyte secure wins at Track Meet

Three Jamaicans hurdlers, Omar McLeod, Brittany Anderson and Ronda Whyte, were winners at the weekend's (14-15 May) Track Meet in…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Athing Mu Breaks American U-20 400m Record

Texas A&M’s Athing Mu brought a near-capacity crowd to its feet while winning the Southeastern Conference 400m title with an…

By Anthony Foster 5 Min Read

Jamaican Stacey-Ann Williams wins Big 12 400m title

Jamaican Stacey-Ann Williams won the Big 12 400m title on Sunday's (16 May) final day of the 3-day Championships in…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Champs 2021: JC, Edwin Allen are champions

With two finals, 5,000m and 4x400m to go, JC can not be overtaken by KC, who is trailing by 29.5…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Champs 2021: JC maintain close lead over KC after 200m finals

Jamaica College (JC), after the 200m and sprint medley finals, is holding onto their 16.5-point lead over Kingston College on…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Champs 2021: Points Standing at the end of day 4

The boys' title race at Champs 2021 is going down to the wire. Kingston College (KC) and Jamaica College (JC)…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Champs 2021: Javier Brown’s record run set up JC’s chase

Javier Brown of Jamaica College closed the penultimate day of the 2021 ISSA/Grace Kennedy Boys and Girls Athletic Championships in…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Champs 2021: Calabar set the pace on day 4

After two finals on Friday’s (14 May) opening session, former champions Calabar stamped their authority on proceedings at the 2021…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Champs 2021: Day 3 Results

Day 3 (13 May) results of the 2021 ISSA GraceKennedy Boys and Girls Athletics Championships at the National Stadium.

By Anthony Foster 0 Min Read