Man to man, pound for pound, Jamaica were expected to challenge Barbados. What transpired was a pounding for the Jamaicans as the Bajans destroyed the visitors in an all-important contest in the Caribbean Zone qualifiers for the 2006 Volleyball World Championships Saturday night. Here, Renier Grace (left) of Barbados hits through a Jamaica block.

JAMAICA SUFFERED a major blow hours ahead of their opening match of the men's volleyball World Championship qualifying tournament, when they lost Neil Williams to injury.

During training at the Barbados Community College on Tuesday, Williams suffered severe damage to his mouth in an incident.

The 24-year old hitter had to undergo dental work, and the team feared that he would be ruled out of the five-team tournament.

"It is a devastating blow from the standpoint that Neil has been a regular starter," head coach Philip Greenland, said. "He is the captain of the block, but we train for contingencies, and while we will miss him, I think we have adequate replacements for him."< Read more >

JAMAICA -athletics

	Jamaica's world champion Asafa Powell (rear) and Jamaica's Sheri-Anne Brooks celebrate together with their national flag after they both won gold in their respective 100 metre finals at the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
Gold medal winner Brigitte Foster-Hylton of Jamaica celebrating after the medal ceremony for the women's 100 meters hurdles.
	Jamaica honoured seven-time Olympic champion Merlene Ottey with the unveiling of a bronze statue in her likeness Wednesday at JamaicaÕs national stadium. Jamaican sculptor Barry Watson created the eight-foot (2.4-metre) statue, which stands in front of the arena located in east Kingston. "I ran for Jamaica and it was always the greatest pleasure putting on that black, green and gold uniform,"

Ottey told a crowd of about 150 people, including politicians and athletes. In her six Olympics for Jamaica, the 45-year-old won eight individual medals Ð five bronze and three silvers.

In this picture courtesy of the Jamaica Gleaner newspaper, a beaming Ottey and Patterson admire the new statue.

Date June 17, 2005 Compliments of the Nation News

Jamaica has become famous in the world arena for the skill and charm of its sportsmen and women, exemplified in the charismatic cricketer Michael Holding.

The BFA has hand-picked more than 25 youngsters for the showcase, and divided them into two teams on show. In addition, teams from Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, St Martin and Virginia Castle, a US high school, will play one another over two days of round-robin action, which started with three matches yesterday. < Read more >

In the World Cup of 1998 the Reggae Boyz reigned supreme and for a while football was on every Jamaican's mind.

In France, people attending the world cup matches were asked who they would pick after their own home team to win and an overwhelming majority picked Jamaica! Testament to the effort and character displayed by the team and a matter of great pride for the country.


Jamaica defender Robert Scarlett (right) attempts to clear a ball under pressure from Costa Rican goal scorer William Sunsing during a World Cup qualifying game at the National Stadium between the two teams. Costa Rica won the game 1-0. - IAN ALLEN/Staff Photographer

IT TOOK an early goal from Costa Rica to beat a hungry and impressive young Jamaica team at the National Stadium yesterday in their final World Cup qualifying game for the 2002 World Cup in front a group of 7,000 die-hards and Costa Ricans fans. Read more

Caribzones is proud to be associated with Sporting Masters offering exclusive, limited edition, authentic signed football posters, purchase this wonderful football memorabelia of England’s World Cup victorious day against West Germany in July 1966.

Caribbean Cricket

Caribbean Golf

Caribbean Accommodation

Signed by Ray Wilson, England’s world class left full back.

Price - US$89.95 (limited edition of 500)
 
Click here to add to your Trolley


JAMAICA - rally racing

Caribzones is proud to be associated with Sporting Masters offering exclusive, limited edition, authentic signed motorsport posters, purchase this wonderful motorsport memorabelia of famous British Formula One drive, the legendary Stirling Moss. Ten time British Champion and winner of 16 Grand Prix from 66 Grand Prix starts and 19 non-championship events (Click on picture to purchase on line)


In the poster Stirling in shown in a reflective mood before the start of a grand prix in 1960, when he was driving the renowned Lotus.

Seen here signing his poster.

Price - US$135.00 (limited edition of 500)
 
Click here to add to your Trolley



JAMAICA - golf


There are several 18 hole golf courses including the Half Moon Golf Club championship course and the Tryall golf course where the annual Johnny Walker World Championship is held.

Date July 15, 2005 Compliments of the Nation News

by PHILIP SPOONER

A GALAXY OF MEN who starred in their chosen fields have assembled in Barbados for a massive event today and tomorrow.

Topping the list are Ben Johnson and Lou Gossett Jr, the famous Academy Award-winning actor, who are among the list of persons due to participate in the Kevin Weekes Golf Classic at the Barbados Golf Club. The play moves to Sandy Lane later.

Ben Johnson, who was born in Jamaica, stunned everyone when he arrived as he was not originally on the list.

"I have not been here for 15 years, so I took the opportunity to come to this beautiful island again and support the Kevin Weekes Foundation," he said after signing autographs for the excited crowd of children, parents and hotel staff.

Since leaving the track "Big Ben" has been concentrating on a new clothing line called BenJohnsonCollection - featuring sportswear, casual wear and shoes. He plans to launch on the island this weekend < Read more >

Desmond Haynes in Jamaica playing golf

After his retirement from international cricket in the 1990s, Haynes made a serious return to golf, and his ambition now is to represent Barbados on the international scene professionally.

The 49-year-old has played in several charity tournaments in the Caribbean, the United States and Britain, the most recent being a celebrity game in Jamaica. He has a handicap of 6.5 and a best score of two under par.