Noel Francis

Noel Francis is without doubt one of the most naturally gifted track & field writers in Jamaica. His passionate, creative, informative and engaging writing style has been recognised and enjoyed worldwide. He started out writing several articles with trackalerts.com in 2013 and his marketability soared with a number of his stories being featured on the US based Track and Field News – The Bible of the Sport. He is now the IAAF correspondent in Jamaica and a regular contributor for the Florida based high school track website Dyestatfl.com. Noel has a first degree in Banking & Finance and works as a Treasury Officer in the financial industry.
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Interesting match-ups at Doha Diamond League Meeting

The Seashore Group Doha Meeting, the third Wanda Diamond League event of the year, will welcome a stellar lineup of…

By Noel Francis 10 Min Read

World Relays make a triumphant return to the Bahamas

The 2024 edition of the World Relays returned to its original home in the Bahamas, and the action on the…

By Noel Francis 7 Min Read

Strong winds and creditable performances highlight USATF Bermuda Grand Prix

The USATF Bermuda Grand Prix witnessed a few established and rising stars kick off their Paris Olympic campaigns with morale-boosting…

By Noel Francis 4 Min Read

Who’s Competing? Shanghai/Suzhou Diamond League Schedule (JA Time)

The Shanghai/Suzhou Diamond League, the second meet in the world's premier one-day track and field series, promises another electrifying display…

By Noel Francis 2 Min Read

World and Olympic champions on parade for Diamond League

Another thrilling night of athletics is expected as the Suzhou Diamond League series makes its second stop in China, on…

By Noel Francis 9 Min Read

Duplantis starts the season with WR as Xiamen Diamond League delivers a promising start

Can anyone reach the heights of 'Mondo' Duplantis in pole vault? 🏆🤔 The pole vault prodigy left fans in awe…

By Noel Francis 8 Min Read

Faith Kipyegon withdraws from Xiamen Diamond League meeting

Faith Kipyegon, one of the biggest superstars in middle- and long-distance running, has withdrawn from the Xiamen Diamond League, which…

By Noel Francis 2 Min Read

Xiamen Diamond League: Key Events and Athletes to Watch

Below is the schedule and startlist of North American and Caribbean athletes, presented in Jamaica time, for the Saturday (20…

By Noel Francis 3 Min Read

Fireworks Expected in Field Events at Xiamen Diamond League

The field events at this year’s Wanda Diamond League meeting in Xiamen, China, on 20 April 2024, should produce fireworks.

By Noel Francis 5 Min Read

Galaxy of stars to kick off Wanda Diamond League series in Xiamen

The men's 100m is poised to be a battle of the giants, with the USA and Jamaica vying for supremacy…

By Noel Francis 4 Min Read

Big clashes and fast times are expected at the Racers Grand Prix

The sixth staging of the Racers Grand Prix, which will be held in Kingston, Jamaica, on June 1, will feature…

By Noel Francis 4 Min Read

The 51st CARIFTA Games was a dazzling affair

The 51st edition of the three-day CARIFTA Games was held from March 30 to April 1 at the Kirani James…

By Noel Francis 11 Min Read