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Usain Bolt Backs Jamaicans to Beat Lyles in Tokyo: “They Should Be 1-2”
The “Ultimate Legend” for the Tokyo Athletics World Championships, Usain Bolt, weighed in on the chances of Kishane Thompson and Oblique Seville. “They’re really doing extremely well, so it’s just all about execution,” he said

Kaboom Editors
Sep 112 min read


Jamaican Football Icon and Bob Marley’s Tour Manager Allan “Skill” Cole Dies
Jamaica mourns the death of former Santos and national team player Allan “Skill” Cole, with Prime Minister Holness and Minister Olivia Grange among those paying tribute

Kaboom Editors
Sep 101 min read


Reggae Boyz Defeat Trinidad 2-0 to Take Control of Group B
Goals from Bailey Cadamarteri and Jon Russell secured Jamaica’s second win in Group B of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, moving the Reggae Boyz a step closer to clinching their spot in the tournament

Kobe K. Bryan
Sep 101 min read


Liverpool Holds the Third and Eighth Most Expensive Transfers of All Time
With the €150M deadline day signing of Alexander Isak, the Reds smashed the Premier League transfer record and also hold the eighth-most expensive transfer with Florian Wirtz

Kaboom Editors
Sep 21 min read


Ackera Nugent Claims 100m Hurdles Title at Zurich Diamond League Final
National record holder Ackera Nugent wins first major senior title, takes home US$100,000 after claiming victory in the 100m hurdles at the Diamond League Final in Zurich. Tia Clayton fell short of securing a wild card entry to the upcoming World Championships in Tokyo

Kaboom Editors
Aug 281 min read


CPJ Inks J$12M Multi-Year Sponsorship Deal with Montego Bay United
CPJ, through its Premium Foods Category, becomes an official sponsor of Montego Bay United Football Club, offering interactive experiences designed to enhance fan engagement and foster deeper emotional connections with the audience

Kaboom Editors
Aug 282 min read


World Backgammon Federation VP Wins Jamaican International Tournament
Former Two-Time World Champion Joe Russell secures the title at the Backgammon tournament. Businessman Joe Issa, who hosted the event, remarked, “I built this building here at Bamboo Blu Beach just to host this tournament.”

Kaboom Editors
Aug 271 min read


Charles Chocolates Becomes Official Partner of 2025 ISSA Schoolboy Football
The chocolate brand, along with its beloved Ping Pong and Catch treats, is set to energize the 2025 ISSA Schoolboy Football Competition

Kaboom Editors
Aug 212 min read


Watch: Leon Bailey Arrives in Rome to Finalize AS Roma Loan Deal
Reggae Boyz winger Leon Bailey is set to complete his move, with both clubs having reached a full agreement. The Jamaican international has already arrived in Rome to finalize his signing. The deal consists of a €2 million loan fee with a €22 million buy option clause

Kaboom Editors
Aug 192 min read


Kishane Thompson Beats Noah Lyles in Paris Final Rematch
In their first rematch since the 2024 Paris Olympic 100m final, Kishane Thompson edged out Noah Lyles in the men’s 100m at the Silesia Diamond League, equaling the meet record of 9.87s. Jamaica’s Tia Clayton ran a personal best of 10.82s in the women’s 100m, while Shericka Jackson stormed to victory in the 200m

Kaboom Editors
Aug 161 min read


Michael Johnson: "2026 Grand Slam Track Season Will Not Happen Until Athlete Payments Are Settled"
Following recent major cash flow issues, Grand Slam Track CEO and Olympic legend Michael Johnson addressed an open letter, stating that the 2026 season will not happen until all outstanding payments to athletes and partners are settled. He called it “one of the most difficult challenges I’ve ever experienced.”

Kaboom Editors
Aug 152 min read


Level Up: Bryan Levell’s Meteoric Rise in Breakout Year for Jamaican Sprint Sensation
By becoming the third-fastest Jamaican ever in the 200m, clocking the fastest Jamaican time since Usain Bolt in 2015, the former Edwin Allen High School standout is deemed a serious contender for medals at the World Championships

Kaboom Editors
Aug 131 min read


Reggae Boyz Striker Michail Antonio Steps Into Punditry with TNT Sports
Michail Antonio, who was recently released by former club West Ham after a decade, makes punditry debut with TNT Sports at the Community Shield

Kaboom Editors
Aug 121 min read


Jamaica to Face Canada, Puerto Rico, and Bahamas in FIBA Americas Qualifiers Debut
After Jamaica’s national basketball team punched its ticket to the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers for the first time in history, the draw set up NBA-stacked opponents. However, most of the rosters are expected to miss the November–December window due to the NBA season

Kobe K. Bryan
Aug 112 min read


Chelsea Remove Nine Contracted Players from Website, Including Sterling
The former England winger is seeking to remain in London, sparking interest from nearly every London-based Premier League club, including West Ham, Tottenham, Fulham, and Crystal Palace. His desire to stay in the capital follows the launch of his football academy earlier this summer

Kaboom Editors
Aug 81 min read


Kishane Thompson to Clash with Noah Lyles for First Time Since Olympic 100m Final
Olympic silver medalist Thompson is set to face Noah Lyles at the Silesia Diamond League on August 16. The announcement was made exactly one year after the 2024 Paris final and just hours after Lyles’ controversial 200m win over Kenny Bednarek at the US Championships

Kaboom Editors
Aug 41 min read


J'can Billionaire Dr. Trisha Bailey Donates to $4M National Basketball Training Facility Campaign
Jamaica-born philanthropist Dr. Trisha Bailey encourages others to join her in supporting Jamaica’s rising basketball ambitions. “This facility won’t just serve our national team—it will be a home where we can host powerhouse nations like the USA and others,” she wrote

Kobe K. Bryan
Aug 22 min read


Pep Guardiola Becomes the First Football Manager to Surpass €2 Billion in Transfer Spending
With City’s signing of goalkeeper James Trafford from Burnley, Pep Guardiola’s total transfer spending has surpassed €2 billion, more than any other manager in football history.

Kaboom Editors
Jul 301 min read


Jamaica's Academy Girls Basketball Travel Team to Make Historic Int'l Tournament Debut
The P.H.A.S.E. 1 Academy team will compete at the MADE Hoops Girls Nationals in Pennsylvania, with their journey documented by acclaimed Canadian filmmaker Laurie Townshend. The team is being prepared by respected coaches Mike Kirlew and Kurt Stewart, with mentorship from Canadian Olympian and professional basketball player Shay Colley

Kaboom Editors
Jul 282 min read


Jamaica Wins 4x100m with 37.80s in London; Seville Edges Lyles in 100m Showdown
The Jamaican men’s 4x100m relay team clocked a season-best 37.80 seconds, pushing Jamaica to 15th in the rankings and edging Nigeria out of a World Championships spot for Tokyo. Oblique Seville edges out Olympic champion Noah Lyles 🇺🇸 with a 9.86s win in the men’s 100m race

Kaboom Editors
Jul 191 min read
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