Jamaica Olympics: Jamaican Athletes representing, Jamaica

After the exhilarating performances at the Jamaica National Trials 2012, the question on everyone’s lips is, “Who will represent Jamaica at the London 2012 Olympics? And what events will Jamaican athletes be participating in?" Jamaica has a long history of participating in the Olympics mainly, in the track events. This year at the London 2012 … Continue reading Jamaica Olympics: Jamaican Athletes representing, Jamaica

What’s up with Usain Bolt’s hamstring: Will he be ready for the London 2012 Olympics?

By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise N. Fyffe It is summer and it is an Olympic year summer; that means the news and buzz will be around the top athletes in sports. The biggest thus far is Usain Bolt and this week, the world will be wondering 'what's up with Usain's … Continue reading What’s up with Usain Bolt’s hamstring: Will he be ready for the London 2012 Olympics?

Jamaica National Trials: 100m, 200m National Champion Yohan Blake

The Beast outruns the Bolt; this 200m event thrilled the Jamaican patrons at the Jamaica National Trials 2012 at the Jamaica National Stadium. By the time the final race occurred at the National Senior Championships, everyone was resolved to the fact that Yohan Blake would likely take the double. He executed superb sprinting form and … Continue reading Jamaica National Trials: 100m, 200m National Champion Yohan Blake

Jamaica National Trials 2012: Sherone Simpson upset Veronica Campbell-Brown in 200m finals

By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise N. Fyffe And the winner is…wait is that Sherone Simpson blazing into second place pass Veronica Campbell-Brown, in the Jamaica National Trials 200 metres final? Now that was the biggest upset of the Senior Championships 2012. Everyone expected Shelly Ann Fraser-Pryce to take both the … Continue reading Jamaica National Trials 2012: Sherone Simpson upset Veronica Campbell-Brown in 200m finals

Jamaica National Trials 2012: Seeking emancipation for Veronica Campbell-Brown and Usain Bolt in 200m

By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise N. Fyffe The Jamaica National Trials continued on June 30, 2012 with the 200 metres semi finals for both men and women. These races are expected to be the second chance that Usain Bolt and Veronica Campbell-Brown needs to dominate and prove themselves, as still … Continue reading Jamaica National Trials 2012: Seeking emancipation for Veronica Campbell-Brown and Usain Bolt in 200m

Jamaica National Trials 2012: Slow Bolt, Fast Beast and Limping Asafa (Yohan Blake, Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell)

By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, defy, Denise N. Fyffe The Jamaica National Trials ended on Friday night, June 29, 2012, with jubilant celebration for young Yohan Blake. He proved that his win at the World Championship was 'no buck up', as Jamaican people call it. Blake ran a blistering 9.75 to take the 100 metres final … Continue reading Jamaica National Trials 2012: Slow Bolt, Fast Beast and Limping Asafa (Yohan Blake, Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell)

Jamaica National Trials 2012: Esteem for Jamaican Sprinter, Asafa Powell

By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, defy, Denise N. Fyffe Asafa Powell is a man of history, making history and he will stay in history; his sacrifice at the Jamaica National Trials 2012 should also be noted. He has the most sub ten times of any 100m runner, ever. Even with all these great … Continue reading Jamaica National Trials 2012: Esteem for Jamaican Sprinter, Asafa Powell

Jamaica National Trials 2012: Will Usain Bolt dominate or Asafa Powell take it?

By: Denise N. Fyffe. Copyright © 2012, Poetess Defy, Denise N. Fyffe Who will win the 100 metres final at the Jamaica National Trials? Will it be Asafa Powell, Usain Bolt or Yohan Blake? The Jamaica National Trials on June 29, 2012, which are underway in Jamaica, are quite exciting. There has been some exciting … Continue reading Jamaica National Trials 2012: Will Usain Bolt dominate or Asafa Powell take it?