Articles
Building an Odyssey
Vinton O Powell was educated at Bryce Primary School and Holmwood Technical High School, where he represented the latter in 1959-60, before …
Applauding Two giants
As Kingston College celebrated its centenary in April 2025, the Fortis fraternity reflected on a century shaped by men who embodied the …
The Gibson McCook Relays Evolution – Whither
The Gibson Relays started in 1973 and it is generally accepted that the main driver in this development was Neville “Teddy” McCook. …
Fast Legs, Fragile Exchanges: Jamaica’s Relay Woes
Jamaica remains a powerhouse in athletics, its sprinting prowess firmly etched in the annals of history. The one two finish of Oblique …
Kingston College at 100: A Century of Excellence and Impact
For a century, Kingston College (KC) has stood as a beacon of excellence, resilience, and national contribution. Founded on April 16, 1925, …
Exciting Showdown Expected at Gibson McCook Relays
Track and field fans are in for a treat at this year’s Gibson McCook Relays, with high schools, clubs, and college teams …
“The Ubiquitous Influence” of Huber Lawrence, Remebered
Born in London, England on July 15, 1960, a youthful Hubert Lawrence moved and settled in Jamaica in the 1970s. His foray …
The making of World Relays Records
The Gibson/McCook Relays is the crucible within which relay performances are developed and then hatched on the global scene. The meet first …
Baton Passing Trumps Speed in Sprint Relay Outcome
The earliest form of relay racing originated in Ancient Greece. Relay racing has undergone significant evolution over millennia to produce the many …
The Ubiquitous Influence
Born in London, England on July 15, 1960, a youthful Hubert Lawrence moved and settled in Jamaica in the 1970s. His foray …
Dealing with Heat Stress
This article is on heat and humidity concerns for track and field meet organizers and athletes. It will deal with environmental factors …
Officials Running in the Right Direction
In our journey on this spinning planet, can there be any good to come from a state of inertia? As a nation …