All Bahamian Scholar Athletes 2012

All Bahamian Scholar Athletes 2012
By: Winston T. Marshall
In congratulating the organizing committee of the now Annual All Bahamian Scholar Athletes Awards, special tribute must be paid to the founders or individuals who saw the need,
and thus conceptualized such a program.
It should be recognized that this award is modeled after the All-American Award, however,
the inclusion of an academic criterion (minimum of 2.5 grade point average) makes a significant difference.
The other main difference relates to the fact that an opportunity is seized upon, to honour
some individuals, who have made significant contributions.
The individuals in the latter category, are referred to as Honourary All Bahamians.
When the results of the 2012 BGCSE were released, the nation went into shock, in realizing
that something is drastically wrong, and that either a review of academic performance or
teaching methods must be addressed as a matter of urgency, or more focus must be given to
academic excellence.
This article is not an attempt to be more critical than necessary, but to highlight the fact that,
The Parents Association of Track and Field, would be facilitated in their efforts, if greater
effort is paid to student-athletes academic performance.
Schools, parents, coaches, clubs and all in the sporting fraternity must encourage and assist
with this effort.
In this regard, a cursory analysis of the 19 Scholar Athlete Award recipients of 2011, is done
here:
Nine of the individuals went on to the college/university projected. These are:
Patrick Bodie-Cowley County Community College, James Audley Carey-Howard University,
O’Jay Ferguson-Western Texas College, Tynia Gaither-University of Georgia, Shavez HartSouth Plains College, Stephen Newbold-Florida State University, Javon Rolle-Benedict College, Leonardo Forbes-College of the Bahamas
Six of the awardees of the class of 2011 were in their respective graduating class in 2012.
These are:
Andre Colebrook, Shaunae Miller, Lathone & Latario Collie-Minns, Delano Davis and Andre
Wells.
Athletes from the 2011 All Bahamian Scholar Athlete group, graduating in 2013 are:
Devynne Charlton, Dannielle Gibson and Pedrya Seymour.
Darren Young is in the graduating class of 2014.
As we continue to monitor the academic and athletic performances of these athletes from
the Award Class of 2011, we congratulate those of 2012, and encourage all student-athletes,
to continue to strive to perform at their best in their academics.
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Message from
The Governor General
Good evening scholar athletes, parents, teachers, coaches, family
and friends, corporate and individual sponsors, members of The
Bahamas Association of Athletic Associations, ladies and gentlemen.
Bahamian Track and Field athletes continue to set a standard of
excellence in the world that brings great pride and joy to the people
of our country. This year being an Olympic year, the flag of the
Bahamas was once again raised and the national anthem played in
the London Olympic stadium for our men's 4x400 meter relay
team that won the Gold medal, setting a new national record in
the process, but more significantly, dethroning the United States
of America men's relay team which had dominated that event for approximately sixty years.
At the London Olympics, I'm told, twenty four of the twenty five member Bahamas Olympic team
represented track and field and seventy percent of the members were first time athletes some of
whom were former All Bahamian Scholar Athletes. Being a student-athlete is challenging because
you have to juggle practice schedules, traveling for competitions, devoting time sometimes, I am told,
five days weekly to practice sessions, with your classes. I am pleased that each of you has been able
to strike the critical balance between prioritizing your athletic and academic careers. There are countless success stories about student athletes, who maintain high academic standards while competing,
in high school and later at college. And, after their athletic careers they become very successful in
their professional careers. Indeed in our country, many of our citizens are examples of "models of
success", former scholar athletes, playing significant roles in nation building- in government, business,
education and other institutions.
So the All Bahamian Scholar Athlete awards are very very significant to recognizing junior studentathletes who are just starting their journey towards a brighter future by concentrating on their academic studies as a key component. What is very encouraging to me is to observe a transition in the
gender of awardees. Past awards were dominated by females however, the gap in the ratio of females
to males has closed. For the 2012 class of Scholar Athletes, totaling nineteen, there are ten girls and
nine boys almost a one to one ratio. Two scholar athletes are from Eleuthera, one from Grand Bahama and the rest from New Providence. The boys have the highest GPA’s; with an overall average
of 3.03, and the girls overall average is 2.95.
Like we celebrated during the 2011 awards, we have among this 2012 class, several athletes who represented the Bahamas at the World Junior Championships in Barcelona Spain. Please join me in congratulating Shaunae Miller, who is attending The University of Georgia as a freshman.
Scholar athletes, you are living in an exciting time, however, juxtaposed in a challenging global environment where countries and people's are facing immense hardships, and this country is recovering
from the worst economic down turn since the depression that some of you learn about in your studies. But while we are experiencing this period in our country, the need for Bahamians with marketable
skills to compete in this global marketplace is essential to our sustained development in the future.
While you pursue your athletic and academic careers, I encourage you to think about how you can
contribute to your country. In the words of a former President of the Unites States who coined the
statement, "Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country". The
future of this country will require the best and brightest minds to chart its course. You have started
that process by being recognized here as the top Scholar Athletes from among your peers.
- H. E. Sir Arthur Foulkes
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The proud parents, grandparents, aunts,
uncles, cousins and godparents of
Message from
The President of the
BAAAs
Athletes are usually celebrated for their talents and performances. They devote considerable time in
training and preparation developing their skills that eventually produce the end result we celebrate:
the outstanding performances on the Track and Field.
At many high school and colleges, athletes must maintain a level of academic performance to be eligible to compete. In the main however scholastic performance is essential to complete their studies.
I am pleased to see that high schools in our country are adopting a policy with the view that academic
studies must be a priority for the student – athlete. After all, there is a life after athletics, therefore, the
message must resonate among budding junior athletes that equal time and effort should be devoted
to their academics.
The number of junior athletes participating in BAAA programs annually is increasing. The success
and recognition to the athletes and country we believe is creating great interest among our young
people. The All Bahamian Scholar Athlete Award endorsed by the BAAA, recognizes those outstanding Bahamian student athletes who participated in the BAAA athletic events during the year. It
highlights, however, those student athletes who excelled in both academics and athletics. Meticulous
time, research and analysis are put into the effort to identify the top scholar athletes from among
hundreds of athletes who distinguished themselves from their peers.
A number of the recipients in this year’s group have exceeded the minimum eligibility. I note that
the administrators of this program took the decision to raise the grade point average from 2.0 to 2.5
in line with the minimum eligibility requirements for entrance into a USA Division one college or
university. Coaches from USA institutions recruit our junior athletes after graduating from high school.
Therefore, the change was made to raise their chances of obtaining athletic scholarships to USA
schools where the minimum GPA is 2.50 for student athletes.
Special praise goes to the organizers of this event, in particular Mr. Harrison Petty, President of the
Parents Association of Track and Field and his committee of volunteers who provide the administrative support. We often say among ourselves that the work performed by the officers and members
of the BAAA is a “labour of love”, not for monetary benefit or personal recognition. So it is fitting
to express our heartfelt thanks for a job well done.
2013 is expected to be a busy year for Bahamian Track and Field. With the growth of new athletes
entering our programs continuing at a rapid pace, it is my wish that the number of student athletes
distinguishing themselves as Scholar Athletes will increase as well. I would like to publicly express my
congratulations to all the awardees and encourage you to continue to raise the bar high.
Alexandria,
affectionately known as Alex
Congratulate her for being recognized as a
2012 All Bahamian Scholar Athlete
and wish her continued success as she begins
the next phase of her academic and athletic career.
We are so proud of you Alex.
With God's help and guidance,
We know that you will continue to make us proud.
- Mike Sands
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PAST "GOLDEN CORD SCHOLARS"
Honourary All Bahamian Scholar Recipient
2010 GOLDEN CORD SCHOLARS
CLAUDIA FERGUSON
James Audley Carey & Katerina Smith
2011 GOLDEN CORD SCHOLARS
Javon Rolle
Pedrya Seymour
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Acknowledgements
Congratulations to
Brashe' Wood
from
Her parents, family and friends.
Continue to do your best.
DeAndra Deveaux • Cottrell Martin
Lanece Clarke • Bahamas Athletics (photos)
Laura Pratt-Charlton (photos)
Management & Staff of Government House
Committee Members
Harrison Petty - Editor
Laura Pratt-Charlton - Editor
Mike Sands • Shervin Stuart
Tonique Williams • Alpheus Finlayson
Beverly Wallace Whitfield • Julie Wilson
Winston Marshall • Mae Miller
Kermit Taylor • Roosevelt Thompson
Doris Wood • Carolyn Young
Matise Rolle • Calverna Small
Dennis Marshall
Sprinter and Long Jumper Claudia
Ferguson was born on May 11th,
1951.
She attended The Government
High School from 1963-1969,
where she participated in track
and field and volleyball in interhouse and inter schools competitions.
Ferguson was one of three female
athletes who participated in the
1970 Central American and
Caribbean Games in Panama.
Baintown Flyers Track Club.
After her competitive life she assisted in the administration of
the BAAA (1975-1985) serving
in a number of capacities including coach and chaperone for several junior teams, council
member and assistant secretary.
Claudia worked tirelessly along
with the meet director (B. Livingston Bostwick) in the organizing and running of local track
meets.
During that time Claudia achieved a historic first
The Games came at the beginning of March that when she was named as the first female team
year.
manager of a national team – the CAC Championships team that competed in Medellin, ColumAt those Games Ferguson ran 13.0sec for a bia.
fourth place finish in heat two of the 100 yds.
and 26.8sec for a fifth place finish in heat four For her dedication to track & field she was inof the 220yds.
ducted into the Bahamas Track & Field Hall of
Fame in November of 1997.
In the Long Jump she jumped 5.72m (18’9”)
wind aided, the best performance at that time by Claudia is presently employed as an Assistant Dia Bahamian female and placed her with a sixth rector at the College of The Bahamas and worships at Wesley Methodist Church Malcolm Rd.
place finish in the finals.
Ferguson was originally a member of the St. She has one son Montgomery and one grandson.
Bernard’s Sporting Club and later joined the
Best Wishes
Xavier Coakley
Khyle
on your athletic & academic success
On your Athletic
& Academic Success
from
Your loving family
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Congratulations
Love,
Grandma Allen
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Honourary All Bahamian Scholar Recipient
DOYLE ALEXANDER BURROWS
A Track & Field Team Leader Extraordinaire
By: Winston T. Marshall
“Heroes are the people who do what has
to be done, when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences”
- Author unknown to me
In a continuing effort to fully expose and report the tremendous
contribution and sacrifice of a
number of individuals to the success of Bahamian track and field,
we hereby salute one of those individuals, who has set an example
for athletes and officials and
worked tirelessly in the development of our athletic programs
and facilities for the last five
decades, often behind the scenes.
We remain of the firm view that it is critical, for
the sake of posterity and historical correctness,
but equally importantly, in some small way, to say
thank you publicly, to these unsung heroes. Honouree Doyle Alexander Burrows, who was inducted into the Central American & Caribbean
Hall of Fame in 2012, is one such individual.
In 1960 he completed high school At Northwestern High school in Miami Florida, where he
was an all star athlete. A multi sport athlete, our
honoree was an exceptional rugby, basketball,
volleyball and American football player, however,
he was most valuable to his high school sports
program as a decathlete on the track and field
team.
His prowess as a track athlete was recognized by
BAAA officials in 1962 when he was selected as
a National Team member to represent the Bahamas as a decathlete at the CAC games which
was held in Kingston, Jamaica. Prime Minister
Perry Christie, Dr. Gail North Saunders, Elaine
Thompson, Joan Darville and Althea Rolle
Clarke, were also on that historic National Team
and were honoured this week on the 50th anniversary of the meet. Doyle was the beneficiary
of a number of training courses and seminars in
facilities management, sponsored by the IAAF
and Olympic Solidarity. He was to spend more
than thirty years with government, overseeing
public sporting facilities and is recognized as the
person that led the development of the original
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Thomas A Robinson Sports Stadium from inception.
In the case of this honouree, it is
quite a lesson to learn that, while
some individuals are not involved in much outside of their
family, here is an individual who
had four extra passions…..his
church, (a devoted Anglican)
sports (a committed Pioneer)
and Junkanoo (a founding member of the Valley Boys)….and a
love for horticulture. From a
sports perspective, we hereby
highlight his level of skill, dedication and commitment to nation-building through sports. Doyle referred to
as “Mr. Burrows” to athletes and officials alike,
has made major contributions in the areas of Facilities Management, Federation Administration
and National Team Management. You could
count on the track being ready for meets when
Doyle was responsible for its upkeep.
In the area of national team management, the
writer can attest to the last thirteen years, when
we have traveled to many parts of the globe for
track and field meets, particularly at International
Association of Athletic Associations (IAAF)
World Championships in Seville Spain (1999) to
Edmonton Canada in 2001, to Paris France in
2003, to Osaka Japan in 2007, to Berlin Germany
in 2009, and the Ibero Championships in Rio,
and the Pan American and Commonwealth
Games. Doyle was there to assist, whether he was
officially a part of the management team or not.
Mexico City Olympics
It is amazing to note that Doyle was the team
manager at the Olympic Games in 1968…..Wow!
This team, much smaller than those of today,
had as members the all-star 4x100 relay team
combination of Tommy Robinson, Bernard
Nottage, Kevin Johnson, George Collie, Philly
Johnson, and Norris Stubbs.
What an exciting road he has traveled.
Conclusion
The sporting fraternity congratulates Doyle, Judith and the family, on this well deserved recognition.
Congratulates
ALL SCHOLAR ATHLETES
On a productive and successful season.
Special recognition is paid to the undernoted scholar athletes’ personal coaches
for keeping their athletes balanced between athletics and education.
Corrington Maycock
Audrick Lightbourne
David Charlton
Shaun Miller
Dianne Woodside
Real Estate Developers
St. Albans Drive
Nassau, Bahamas
Jason Edwards
Fritz Grant
Peter Pratt
Rudolph Ferguson
Stephen Murray
E-mail: [email protected]
Congratulations to
Our Jr. Elite Athlete
D’Mitry Charlton
from:
GOdiE ANTOiNET TE ROLLE
& FAMiLY
D'Mitry you have
made us proud. Be
committed and always
aspire
to
heights of greatness
in your academic and
athletic endeavors.
Keep striving for excellence!
Best Wishes
Andre
from
Love,
BoB & KatHY Colman
Daddy, Mommy, D'Angelo
& Nikita
Continue to strive for excellence.
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The One Eleuthera Foundation & Its Partners
BAHAMAS ASSOCIATION OF ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONS
“ALL BAHAMIAN SCHOLAR ATHLETE’
CRITERIA
Congratulates
The term “All Bahamian Scholar Athlete” is a prestigious honour which recognizes the most
outstanding performers, among our Junior track and field athletes in the country for achieving
athletic and academic excellence at the highest level
This program was established in 2007 by Kermit Taylor and Dr. Dwight Marshall. The original
criteria, standards and qualifications were set by technical director Frank Rahming.
Denzel Pratt
of Preston H. Albury High School
&
Andre Colebrook
of Central Eleuthera High School
For a job well done. We wish you continued success!!!
In 2012, it was unanimously decided by the committee to include all junior national team members that met the academic requirements and also medaled in regional and international competition during the current season. In order to compete and medal against the best athletes in
the region and internationally requires performances at the highest level. Their performances
bring positive recognition to our country.
QUALIFICATIONS
STANDARDS
Regards
Gacintha Deveaux-Gordon,
IT/Communications One Eleuthera Foundation, Queen’s Highway Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera Bahamas
T: 1-242-334-4630 F: 1-242-334-4631Website: oneeleuthera.org Facebook/Twitter: One Eleuthera
Central eleuthera CounCil
Congratulates
Andre Colebrook
FEMALE
EVENT
MALE
11.80
24.00
56.00
2:15.00
4:50.00
11:00.00
---------14.50
---------63.00
1.67m (5’6”)
5.70m (20’0”)
12.19m (40’0”)
---------12.19m (40’0”)
36.58m (120’0”)
42.68m (140’0”)
3500pts
100m
200m
400m
800m
1500m
3000m
5000m
100mH
110mH
400mH
High Jump
Long Jump
Triple Jump
Pole Vault
Shot Put
Discus
Javelin
Pentathlon/Heptathlon
10.75
21.70
48.00
1:55.00
4:10.00
---------16:10.00
---------14.50
53.50
2.04m (6’8 ¼”)
7.31m (24’0”)
15.24m (50’0”)
4.00m (13’1 ½”)
14.93/14.50m (49’0”)
51.00m (167’4”)
54.58m (180’0”)
5000pts
The following are the guidelines one will have to achieve, in addition to the recommended standards and above criteria to be designated as an “All Bahamian Scholar Athlete”.
1. The criteria for selection require that each athlete demonstrates excellence in their chosen
event and achieve the academic standard of a minimum 2.50 grade point average.
2. The athlete must participate in extra-curricular activities outside of track and field and exemplify strong moral character.
The Sky is The Limit
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3. The individual must be in high school and achieve the standard between January 1st up to
the end of the current Track and Field season.
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The James Cistern And Rainbow Bay Townships
COngRATulATES
Andre Colebrook
One Of Our Own
Holowesko Pyfrom Fletcher Attorneys
Congratulates
Andre Colebrook
On His Academic And Athletic Achievements
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Eleuthera Schools Physical Education Committee
Salutes
Denzel Pratt & Andre Colebrook
Carifta Medalists Academic Achievers
Well Done
Paul Simmons
COnGRAtuLAtiOnS tO
Customs Brokerage
Congratulates
AnDRE COLEBROOK
Carmiesha Cox
On a your Academic
& Athletic Success
from
On His Splendid Achievements
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Your loving parents, brothers &
sister
Well done! Pedrya
We are saving for Brazil 2016
Lots of love
Eddie & Zena
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Congratulations goes out to
Elite Jr. Athlete
Congratulations
Andre Colebrook
Khyle Higgs
on your accomplishments at the
Jr. Central american and Caribbean Championships
Continue to strive for excellence
From your dad- Harewood sr., mother- Cutelle
Brother Kadeem, family and friends
CONGRATULATIONS
Shaunae Miller &
Pedrya Seymour
the President, Executive Officers &
Members of
on their outstanding achievements both on
and off the track, continue to be blessed in
all your endeavors.
The Bahamas Union of Teachers
Bahamas Speed Dynamics
D’Mitry Charlton
Well wishes to Our Jr. Elite Athlete
D’Mitry Charlton
for his outstanding academic
and athletic achievements.
Continue on the road of excellence!
from:
GOdiE MuRiEL dEAN, dANACiA
ANd VERNARd
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congratulate
on his accomplishments
Congratulations to
Andre Colebrook
from
NORMA’S GIFT SHOP
in beautiful
Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera
from
the Central eleuthera high School
“Blaze Your Trail”
BAHAMAS COnFEREnCE OF
THE METHODIST CHURCH
The Central Eleuthera Region is extremely proud of the
outstanding performances attained by Mr. Andre Colebrook in both
academics and sports. He is a faithful and active
member of the James’ Cistern Methodist Church and the
Central Eleuthera region. We celebrate all the accomplishments
that God has allowed him to achieve, and pray for his continual success.
Love and Best Wishes:
Rev. Kenya Lovell, Minister
Pastor Henry Whyte
Deacons: Audrea Clarke, Granville Bethel & Collin Moss
Lay Moderator: Sis. Emily Petty
CBC’s: Bro. Michael Johnson,
Gregory Town Methodist Church
Sis. Levada Ingraham, St. Mark’s Methodist Church
Sis. Vernita Bethel, James’ Cistern Methodist Church
Bro. Paul Simmons,
Governor’s Harbour Methodist Church
Sis. Rosemary Thompson,
Palmetto Point Methodist Church
Regional Officers, Lay Preachers
and the five (5) Congregations
which make up the Central Eleuthera Region.
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Congratulations
Ashton Butler
from
Your Parents:
Anthony & Michelle Butler
and Brother & Sisters:
Jamaal, Anthia & Ashley
for excellence in the classroom
and on the field
outstanding student athlete
Bahamas association of athletic associations
2012
Dannielle Gibson
COnGRAtuLAtiOnS,
Continue to strive for perfection
Brazil 2016
Love,
Grandpa Oral, Grandmother Rose, Uncle Duane,
Aunt Jacqui, Dustin and Dominique
Congratulations to
Carmiesha Cox
CongraTuLaTionS
Mesha
from your #1 fans:
your parents, sisters and brother
from
BaY VieW SuiteS
Paradise island
P.o. Box ss-6308
nassau, Bahamas
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remember, the sky is the limit,
always strive for greatness.
We love you
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Programme
BAHAMAS ASSOCiATiON OF ATHLETiC ASSOCiATiONS
ALL BAHAMiAN SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARd CEREMONY
MISTRESSES OF CEREMONIES...................................................Beverly Wallace Whitfield
Tonique Williams
ENTRANCE OF DIGNITARIES AND HONOUREES
NATIONAL ANTHEM ..................................................................................................Audience
INVOCATION..............................................................................................Bishop Arnold Josey
WELCOME REMARKS.......................................................................................Mr. Mike Sands
President, B.A.A.A.
REMARKS ....................................................................................Hon. Dr. Daniel Johnson, M.P.
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture
His Excellency, Sir Arthur Foulkes
Governor-General, Commonwealth of The Bahamas
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS ......................................His Excellency, Sir Arthur Foulkes
RESPONSES
VOTE OF THANKS .........................................................................................Harrison R. Petty
Committee Chairman
EXIT OF DIGNITARIES AND HONOUREES
RECEPTION FOLLOWS
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No Kids Left Behind
a social intervention track & Field Program
2012 All BAhAmiAn ScholAr Athlete ProfileS
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AnTOnIQUE BUTLER
ASHTOn BUTLER
TRAE CAREY
St. Augustine’s College
Club Monica Athletics and PVS
g.P.A.: 2.64
Bronze Medalist
Triple Jump - Carifta
Sports Medicine/Physical Therapy
The Bolles School (Jackson, Fl)
Star Trackers/Peter Pratt
g.P.A.: 2.86
gold Medalist
Triple Jump - Jr. CAC
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Temple Christian
Jumper’s Inc./Xtreme Athletics
g.P.A.: 2.63
Bronze Medalist
long Jump - Jr. CAC
Architectural Drafter
DEVYnnE CHARLTOn
D’MITRY CHARLTOn
XAVIER COAKLEY
St. Augustine’s College
Star Trackers
g.P.A.: 2.62
Bronze Medalist
100m & 100mH - Jr. CAC
Marine Biology
Queen’s College
Star Trackers
g.P.A.: 3.03
Bronze Medalist
400m Hurdles - Carifta
Aeronautical Engineer
St. Augustine’s College
H. Athletics
g.P.A.: 2.92
Bronze Medalist
100m Hurdles- Carifta
By: Coach Corrington Maycock
No Kids Left behind (NKLB) is a talent search program that
reaches out to inner city kids from the Government school system
with ability in track and field. The concept introduces the track
club system to the less fortunate and also better our pool of athletes
for the future. We have targeted student athletes from the ages of
10 through 16 or grades 6 thru 10 who can contribute to the
development of track and field and thereby improving their
chances for a better life. No longer will we see these athletes get
lost year in and year out because there was no avenue for them to
continue to improve. They will be coached, evaluated and guided
to further their track careers with an objective to obtain scholarships from universities or colleges in the USA and return home
with marketable skills and prepared for the job market.
With the success of our “Golden Knights” winning the Gold for
the Bahamas in the 4X400m during the 2012 Olympics, we are now in the position to see
our athlete numbers increase. We must now use this as a tool to reach out to more Chris
Browns, Demetrius Pinders, Michael Mathieus and Ramon Millers of this Bahamas. I must
congratulate our former Government for believing in the program by giving a Ten Thousand
Dollar grant this year. However the grant did not cover what we really needed to see the full
potential of what this program was designed to do.However we were able to accommodate
sixty three athletes. To date fifty three were actually recruited and placed into the club system.
We will solicit the balance of funds necessary to accommodate the kids now in our program.
Evaluation of the student athletes will be done in January to see how they have developed
under the club system. We have a detailed plan and system that would track how the athletes
will move forward. Student athletes in this program have been placed in every discipline so
far and again we appreciate all the clubs that opened their doors to our participants. We are
in the process of structuring an incentive program for all coaches involved because we are
aware that it takes funding to make this social intervention program a success.
We expect 25% of the program participants to become elite athletes and increase our numbers of national team members for international competition. The remaining 75% would
benefit from having the life changing opportunity of furthering their education through the
sport of track and field .The program is on its way to become as successful as we intended it
to be through our supportive coaches and clubs. We have now established a steering committee and more improvements and ideas are now on the table to include the family islands.
We look forward to receiving support from the Government and corporate Bahamas to assist
us in the continuation of this program for the benefit of the hidden talented young persons
of this country.
The budget for the program to be run properly and professionally is seventy five thousand
dollars per year. This budget includes family island involvement and will cover the cost of all
the necessary coaching resources, uniforms, training shoes, gym fees and other material. We
look forward to the day when all inner city youth have access to proper coaching and a way
up through the use of their talents.
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ProfileS cont’d.
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AnDRE COLEBROOK
CARMIESHA COX
DAnnIELLE GIBSOn
Central Eleuthera High School
Striders
g.P.A.: 3.09
Bronze Medalist
800m - Carifta
Architectural Engineer
Aquinas College
Star Trackers
g.P.A.: 3.04
Silver Medalist
100m - Carifta, 200m - Jr. CAC
gold Medalist
100m - Jr. CAC
Business Management
St. Augustine’s College
Ambassadors/PVS
g.P.A.: 3.45
gold Medalist
long Jump - Carifta
Biomechanical Engineer
KHYLE HIGGS
LATARIO COLLIE-MInnS
LATHOnE COLLIE-MInnS
St. Augustine’s College
Club Monica Athletics
g.P.A.: 3.00
Bronze Medalist
Discus - Jr. CAC
Forensic Accountant
Teleos Christian School
Jumpers Inc.
g.P.A.: 3.33
gold Medalist
long Jump - Carifta
Bronze Medalist
World Jr. Championships
Aeronautical Engineer
Teleos Christian School
Jumpers Inc.
g.P.A.: 3.67
Silver Medalist
long Jump - Jr. CAC and Carifta
Aeronautical Engineer
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ProfileS cont’d.
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JUAnnAE LEWIS
SHAUnAE MILLER
MESHA nEWBOLD
Bishop Michael Eldon School, g.B.
Speed Begins
g.P.A.: 2.80
Silver Medalist
400m - Carifta
Paediatric Medicine
St. Augustine’s College
Bahamas Speed Dynamics
g.P.A.: 2.74
Olympian
Silver Medalist
200m - Carifta
Business Management
Home School
Club Monica Athletics
g.P.A.: 2.65
gold Medalist
300m Hurdles - Carifta
Vetinary Medicine
ALEXAnDRIA
MARSHALL-PAUL
Queen’s College
Coach Maycock/R.C. Athletics
g.P.A.: 2.83
Bronze Medalist
Javelin - Carifta
graphic Design/Sound Engineer
DEnZEL PRATT
PEDRYA SEYMOUR
BRASHE WOOD
Preston H. Albury H.S., Eleuthera
Club Monica Athletics
g.P.A.: 2.82
Bronze Medalist
Javelin - Carifta
Professional Baseball Player
St. Anne’s School
Bahamas Speed Dynamics
g.P.A.: 3.39
Achieved Standard of Excellence
400m Hurdles
Mortuary Science
St. Augustine’s College
Club Monica Athletics
g.P.A.: 3.34
Bronze Medalist
Discus - Jr. CAC
Pathology
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