The Bahamas Track & Field and Cross Country News

After 2 years of setbacks, Derrick Atkins has returned to Olympics Jason Byrne Jul 28, 2012

There was a point, almost five years ago, when Derrick Atkins was sixth-hundredths of a second from being on top of the sprinting world. Somewhere along the line, though, he went missing in action. (via www.thedickinsonpress.com)

Fireman to Lead Nation in Opening Ceremony Jul 26, 2012

Track and field star Chris Brown will carry out the Bahamas flag at the opening ceremony of the London Olympics, we can reveal. (via www.tribune242.com)

Plans underway for new sporting facility on Moore’s Island, Abaco Jul 16, 2012

MOORE’S ISLAND, Abaco – After years of producing some of the top athletes in the country, Moore’s Island is being ‘rewarded’ with a sporting facility - the first of its kind on the island. of the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture visited the island on Thursday, July 12 to view the proposed site for the facility, which is located just two minutes south of the airport.... (via Bahama Islands Info)

100m World Junior Gold for Anthonique Strachan Jason Byrne Jul 13, 2012

On the third day of the IAAWF World Junior Track and Field Championships in Barcelona four Bahamians advanced to another round. (via The Eleutheran)

Atkins, Warner add speed to Meagher Jason Byrne Jul 06, 2012

High-profile athletes have made the Aileen Meagher International Track Classic one of the must-see summer events and this year’s version is no exception with the announcement that world-class sprinter Derrick Atkins will be attending. A native of the Bahamas, Atkins has a personal best of 9.91 in the 100 metres and should definitely provide some electricty for the meet, which is slated for Sunday, 6:30 p.m., at Huskies Stadium. (via Chronicle Herald)

thebahamasweekly.com - Bahamas Sprint Relay Team Ready for Barcelona Jason Byrne Jul 06, 2012

The Bahamas’ young 4x100m relay team seems ready to make an impression on The Bahamas, the region, and the world. (via Bahamas Weekly)

BAAA in last ditch attempt to qualify relay teams Jason Byrne Jun 26, 2012

About 18 months of relay optimism, in terms of qualifying four squads for the London Olympic Games, will come down to this weekend. (via Nassau Guardian)

New ‘king’ of the quarter-mile Jason Byrne Jun 25, 2012

THE BAAA purposely switched the men’s 400 final to the last event on the Scotiabank National Open Track and Field Championships’ calendar and Demetrius Pinder delivered a victory for the history books on Saturday night. (via Tribune 242)

A “Sweet, Sweet Feeling” in the Bahamian Track and Field community Jason Byrne Jun 25, 2012

Since the start of Bahamian competition in the Olympic Games and World Championships, no Bahamian has participated in the 800m or anything longer. Mind you, Julian Brown from Bimini was enlisted to participate in the 800m in the Rome Games. However he fell sick and was unable to participate.

Atkins, Sturrup regain sprint titles Jason Byrne Jun 25, 2012

Back in action after missing last year's event in Grand Bahama, Chandra Sturrup and Derrick Atkins both regained their sprint titles at the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations (BAAA) Scotiabank National Open Track and Field Championships. (via Tribune 242)

Derrick Atkins - leader of the pack Jason Byrne Jun 22, 2012

NOT since he sped to international prominence with his bronze medal performance at the IAAF World Championships in 2007 in Osaka, Japan, has sprinter Derrick Atkins been a force to reckon with in the men's 100 meter (via Bahamas Tribune)

thebahamasweekly.com - The Bahamas Olympic Trials: The Competition to Come Jason Byrne Jun 22, 2012

The BTC Scotiabank Olympic, World Junior and NACAC Under-23 Trials promises to be one of the most competitive national meets ever.  (via Bahamas Weekly)

'I think I can give it a better shot in the 400' Jason Byrne Jun 22, 2012

When the Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations' Scotiabank National Open Track and Field Championships gets underway at Thomas A Robinson Track and Field Stadium this weekend, a couple of half-milers will drop down to the quarter-mile. (via Bahamas Tribune)

BOC has projected $300,000 target to cover Olympic team expenses Jason Byrne Jun 20, 2012

With 19 athletes already qualified for the 2012 Olympic Games, the Bahamas Olympic Committee (BOC) is now hard pressed to secure the necessary funding to get Team Bahamas into London, England. (via Bahamas Tribune)

The competition to come Jason Byrne Jun 20, 2012

The BTC Scotiabank Olympic, World Junior and NACAC Under-23 Trials promises to be one of the most competitive national meets ever. (via Nassau Guardian)

Three Bahamian Track and Field Youth Ambassadors Depart for the U.S. Jun 20, 2012

For the first time, three local female junior track athletes and one female coach will represent The Bahamas in a 10 day Caribbean-focused youth exchange sponsored by the U.S. Embassy.  The youth track and field exchange will take place from June 18 – June 28, 2012 with the goal of instilling leadership skills in emerging female athletes who can share the benefits of athletic participation - including improved health, greater self-esteem, and greater academic success – with other girls.  (via Bahamas Weekly)

Olympic dream turns into a nightmare Jason Byrne Jun 18, 2012

THE Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations' bid for the men's 4 x 100 metre relay team to qualify for the 2012 Olympic Games all fell apart in the (via Tribune 242)

Blazing Times at Gold Athletics Gala on Grand Bahama Jason Byrne Jun 18, 2012

As Olympic qualifying time approaches, there was no shortage of fast times at Freeport this weekend.

Michael Mathieu Wins 200 at Donovan Bailey Invitational Jason Byrne Jun 18, 2012

Competing in the National Track League (NTL) meets up in Canada, Michael Mathieu continued his big season in his specialty, the 200. He beat the international field with a 20.40 posting, just .02 over Tremaine Harris of Canada.

Controversy brews over stadium’s certification Jason Byrne Jun 15, 2012

The Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium was officially opened on February 25, 2012.  The cost of its official opening ceremony was approximately $600,000, funds Neville Wisdom, former minister of youth, sports and culture, believes could have been spent on constructing a facility that could have been certified already.  (via Nassau Guardian)

Bahamians to clash at Olympic and World Junior Championships Trials Jason Byrne Jun 14, 2012

Less than two weeks before the Bahamas Olympic and World Junior Championships Trials, 17 athletes have made Olympic qualifying standards. And, according to BAAA executives, the meet should be one of the best ever. (via Bahamas Tribune)

Preview of BAAA Olympic, NACAC Under 23 and World Junior Championships Trials Jason Byrne Jun 13, 2012

 

Scheduled for Friday June 22 and Saturday June 23, the Bahamas Olympic and World Junior Championships Trials should be one of the best ever. The meet will also serve as a qualifier for the NACAC Under- 23 Championships, which will take place the second week in July in Mexico. (via Freeport News)

 

Charlton confident men’s sprint team will qualify Jason Byrne Jun 13, 2012

With Warren Fraser and Ivanique Kemp turning in strong performances at last week’s National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Championships, there are now 22 Bahamian qualifiers for the 2012 London Olympic Games. (via Nassau Guardian)

Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie will Race at Trials Jason Byrne Jun 13, 2012

The Nassau Guardian reported today that golden girl Debbie Ferguson-McKenzie will shake off a bone bruise and compete in the Trials this weekend despite the injury. The announcement is a huge relief to The Bahamas as they desperately need her relay leg to help ensure the team a qualifying spot for the London Games.

MileSplit Signs Partnership Deal with Flotrack MileSplit Network Press Release Jun 12, 2012

Flocasts has signed a multifaceted agreement with MileSplit, the largest network of high school running sites on the Internet. The partnership will produce the largest collection of media sources online for core running participants and fans of competitive running, with a combined reach of 2 million unique visitors a month.

BAAA Names 2012 CAC Junior Team Press Release Jun 10, 2012

The Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations has officially named the 2012 Central American and Carribean Junior Championship Team that will represent the country in San Salvador, El Salvador from June 27th to July 2nd, 2012.

Junior Nationals Roundup: Cox, Wood, Smith, Colebrook Among Best Jason Byrne Jun 10, 2012

Even without stars like Shanaue and Antonique performing, since they already had qualifying performances this year, there was certainly no shortage of fireworks in both the track and field events this weekend.

Kameni Sports hosts Gold Athletics Gala Next Weekend @ GB Jason Byrne Jun 09, 2012

Kameni Sports is pleased to present its second annual Gold Athletics Gala.  This prestigious event hopes to again attract some of the most talented athletes from Grand Bahama, Nassau and the Family Islands. 

Ryan Ingraham Ranked #1 Jr. high jumper in the world Jason Byrne Jun 06, 2012

Having been jumping for an exceptionally long period of time, at this meet, and without competition and under adverse weather conditions, Ryan made one attempt at 2.31 metes, which is the A qualifying standard for the said Olympic Games. (via Bahasm Weekly)

The Bahamas bidding to host inaugural IAAF World Relays Jason Byrne Jun 06, 2012

He explained that during their visit, the IAAF executives have met with stakeholders to discuss The Bahamas' bid and also plan to inspect potential venues including hotels and the new stadium. (via The Eleutheran)