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Sports => What about Track & Field => Topic started by: Socapro on May 01, 2014, 06:48:24 AM
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The 2014 Commonwealth Games, officially the XX Commonwealth Games, will be held in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom over 11 days of competition from 23 July to 3 August 2014.
There will be 70 participating nations at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Participating Commonwealth countries and territories are:-
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
Bahamas
Bangladesh
Barbados
Bermuda
Belize
Botswana
Brunei
Canada
Cayman Islands
Cameroon
Cook Islands
Cyprus
Dominica
England
Falkland Islands
Ghana
Gibraltar
Grenada
Guernsey
Guyana
India
Isle of Man
British Virgin Islands
Jamaica
Jersey
Kenya
Kiribati
Saint Lucia
Lesotho
Malaysia
Malawi
Maldives
Malta
Mozambique
Mauritius
Montserrat
Namibia
Norfolk Island
Nigeria
Northern Ireland
Niue
Nauru
New Zealand
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
South Africa
Rwanda
Samoa
Scotland (Hosts)
Seychelles
Saint Helena
Singapore
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Sri Lanka
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Swaziland
Tanzania
Turks and Caicos Islands
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tuvalu
Uganda
Vanuatu
Wales
Zambia
Venues
Celtic Park will host the Opening Ceremony of the Games.
The vast majority of venues are located within 20-minutes driving time of the Athletes' Village in Dalmarnock and are broadly grouped into three clusters; in the East End, South Side and West End districts of the city. The only sports held outside the Greater Glasgow area will be the Diving and Full-Bore Shooting events.
Main stadia
Hampden Park, Scotland's National Football Stadium, located on the South Side, will be the main venue for Athletics and the Closing Ceremony, while Celtic Park, located in the East End, will be used for the Opening Ceremony.
East End Cluster
The Emirates Arena has been constructed at Parkhead in the East End of the city, the velodrome itself is situated opposite Celtic Park, which will be used for the opening ceremony. These venues will become the headquarters of Sportscotland and Scottish Cycling, and will also host Badminton as well as Track cycling.
The Athletes' Village will be located adjacent to the National Indoor Sports Arena and Velodrome in Dalmarnock at Cuningar Loop on the banks of the River Clyde. The village masterplan, designed by RMJM, covers a 35 hectare site and will be purpose-built to house 6,000 athletes and officials in 2,500 residential units and leave a legacy of regeneration in this deprived district of the city.
Tollcross Park Aquatics Centre, also in the East End, will be the venue for Race swimming events. It already has one Olympic standard 50-metre swimming pool, which will be extensively upgraded, and a second 50-metre pool is also to be added for the Games as a warm-up facility. The existing permanent seating capacity will also be increased by 1000. Combined with additional temporary seating there will be over 5,000 seats for the Games in 2014.
West End Cluster
The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre, located in the West End of the city, will host Wrestling, Judo and Boxing, as well as the Main Press Centre and the International Broadcast Centre, benefiting from its strategic position adjacent to the headquarters of BBC Scotland and STV at Pacific Quay. The Clyde Auditorium will host Weightlifting, whilst the new Scottish Hydro Arena will be used for the Gymnastics and Netball events.
Kelvingrove Park is situated close to the SECC. Scotstoun Leisure Centre will host Table tennis and Squash.
South Side Cluster
Ibrox Stadium, in the South Side, is the planned venue for the Rugby Sevens tournament. Mountain biking will be held on the Cathkin Braes in Rutherglen, the Royal Burgh neighbouring the City. The marathon course will begin and end on Glasgow Green. Hampden Park in the South Side is hosting all the track and field events.
Satellite Venues
Diving will be held at the Royal Commonwealth Pool in Edinburgh, located 45 miles (72 km) to the east, which will also be holding the annual Edinburgh Festival at the same time as the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
The Shooting competitions will take place at the Ministry of Defence full-bore rifle and clay target ranges at Barry Buddon, near Dundee, which were also used in the 1986 Commonwealth Games. There will be temporary ranges built for the small-bore rifle and pistol events.
Strathclyde Country Park, on the eastern outskirts of Glasgow, beside Hamilton and Motherwell, will host the Triathlon event.
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Here is the link to the official website for the XX Commonwealth Games 2014: http://www.glasgow2014.com/games
Link to CWG athletics schedule, startlists and results: http://results.glasgow2014.com/dailyschedule.html
2014 Commonwealth games Glasgow Live Stream:
http://justdwl.net/video/62/2014-commonwealth-games-glasgow-live-stream-/
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Caribbean Sports Journalists join calls for Commonwealth Games organisers to withdraw internet fees (http://www.trackalerts.com/Articles/caribbean-sports-journalists-join-calls-for-commonwealth-games-organisers-to-withdraw-internet-fees/12265/)
April 29th 10:35pm, 2014 (TrackAlerts.com)
Caribbean Sports Journalists join calls for Commonwealth Games organisers to withdraw internet fees
April 29th 10:35pm
NASSAU, Bahamas - The Caribbean Alliance Sports Journalists Association (CASJA) supports calls by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) for the organisers of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland to reconsider its decision to charge internet fees for journalists covering the event from July 23 to August 3.
The grouping of Caribbean Journalists notes that this will be a backward step in recent progress made to ensure that journalists are provided the basic amenities like free internet at major sporting events.
CASJA also supports AIPS’ position that the organisers in Glasgow to follow the examples of the previous edition of the Commonwealth Games in Delhi, India and the recent Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia where internet was available to journalists at no cost.
Additionally, journalists will also have free internet access at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil and the European Olympic Committee announced plans to replace the normal mixed zone with a new I-Zone for the inaugural European Games in 2015. This plan also includes free Wi-Fi and cable internet at all the venues in Azerbaijan, the host country.
Accredited journalists covering the Commonwealth Games will have to pay a minimum of 95 pounds sterling for wireless internet service while photographers will be charged £265.00. This is totally unacceptable!
The AIPS also noted that even accessing results via the once free service myGamesinfo, will come at a cost to journalists who are already burdened with high costs of travel and accommodation for the Games.
The Commonwealth Games bring together a wide range of people from very different backgrounds including the Caribbean and the role of the media is important in sharing that experience including the exploits of young Caribbean athletes.
Therefore, CASJA joins AIPS in calling for the immediate rescinding of these fees which could affect the attendance of the Caribbean media at the Commonwealth Games.
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TTOC getting ready for Commonwealth Games (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,193461.html)
Wednesday, April 16 2014 (T&T Newsday)
THE COUNTDOWN is on, as there are 100 days to go for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, and the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC), which also acts as the Trinidad and Tobago Commonwealth Games Association (TTCGA), is in full preparation mode.
With a delegation expected to number over 200, Chef de Mission Dr Ian Hypolite and the TTOC are hard at work to ensure that every detail is covered.
The TTOC is planning a pre-Games training camp in Scotland, with all efforts being focused on the logistics, as well as making sure that all athletes, coaches, managers and medical staff are accredited.
In addition, the TTOC is overseeing its fitness criteria with the help of the Sport Company of Trinidad and Tobago (SPORTT) High Performance Unit.
The final fitness test is scheduled for May 17 and participants in team sports have a compulsory fitness standard to meet.
The team sports qualified for Glasgow are netball, rugby sevens and hockey (both men and women).
The Games are carded from July 23-August 3, and it is attracting a lot of attention as a number of the world’s best athletes will be in attendance.
Trinidad and Tobago’s best ever Commonwealth Games medal haul is nine, at the 1966 edition in Kingston, Jamaica.
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Over 100 countries sign petition against Internet costs at the Commonwealth Games (http://www.trackalerts.com/track-and-field/Articles/over-100-countries-sign-petition-against-internet-costs-at-the-commonwealth-games/12290/)
May 5th 6:06pm (TrackAlerts.com)
Sports Journalists from more than 100 countries have signed a petition protesting against the Internet fee imposed by the organisers of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
About 150 signatures were collected from journalists from 103 countries attending the just concluded 77th AIPS congress in Baku, Azerbaijan, who supported calls by AIPS to the organisers to reconsider the decision to charge internet fees for journalists covering the event from July 23 to August 3.
The organisers have insisted on charging £95 for wireless media Internet service fee for journalists and an inflated £265 for photographers, which must be paid in advance.
Already accredited journalists have received invoices seeking payment for the Internet services at the games.
The petition is a follow-up to letters sent to the Chief Executive Officer David Grevemberg and a meeting between AIPS President Gianni Merlo and Scottish Sports Minister Shona Robinson over the issue.
According to the petition dated April 29, 2014, the journalists all members of the AIPS, some of whom have been accredited for the games ‘register the strongest protest to the Glasgow 2014 commonwealth Games Organising Committee for the shortsighted policy for not providing free internet access for accredited media covering the games.’
AIPS made it clear to the organisers that it was an unacceptable to have the Internet rate cards at the games for a fee, a service that was provided for free at the Sochi Olympics and will also be offered at no cost at the World cup in Brazil.
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Record breaker Lendore doubtful for Glasgow (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-05-19/record-breaker-lendore-doubtful-glasgow)
Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Sean Nero (T&T Guardian)
Olympic medallist Deon Lendore, 21, is expressing doubt over his ability to represent T&T at the XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, this July, despite the fact that he now holds the second fastest time in world.
At Saturday’s Southern Conference Track and Field Championships, in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, Lendore, captured gold in 400m in a time of 44.36 seconds and as a consequence broke the four-and-a-half decade old stadium record.
Although he ran under the banner of his school Texas A&M, at the weekend, his polished performance had booked him a place on the national team for the Commonwealth Games.
In a G-Sport interview yesterday, he said: “The Commonwealth Games right now is a kind of iffy situation, because this season I have really been hitting it hard. I went from being number one indoor where I’ve been running some fast times back-to-back, to coming outdoor and dropping some serious time.”
Lendore added, “And I had an injury (groin and hamstring) earlier at the Texas relays like a month ago…Back from that injury and having to lead the 4x100m relay (team) which is a new race for me, I have been running a lot of races compared to everybody else. Then at the NCAA Championships, I will be running like six races. I don’t think I will be in the shape. Everybody else (is) not running the collegiate circuit. They don’t know how hard I have it right now to be running all these races.”
He said following last weekend’s Conference Championship, attention would now shift to the Regional Championships where he would be expected to compete in another three races.
“Within a month, I’m going to run like 12, 13, 14 races. Everybody else will have like two races. I will be at a disadvantage. I will be tired. I won’t be able to give it my all,” Lendore said.
He paused to reflect on his double feat at the weekend.
During the 400m event, the top national athlete, said: “I went out there and during the first 100m, I stayed focused. After I got to 200m, I started to pick up and the last 50m, I started to move and coming off the turn I started to pull away. I just kept pumping on, looking toward the line, trying to run straighter than everyone. When I crossed the line I looked at the clock. It was saying 44.4 then it ran down to 44.3. I just stood there for a while, because I was shocked. It was really a fast time. I ended up breaking the Stadium record.”
While he was not expecting to clock this time, Lendore said it was on his coach’s radar.
Running the 4x100 got him warmed for the 400m. He served as the anchor in the previous race.
He described the vibe in the 4x100m event as “nice” and declared that the atmosphere was hyped.
“It was a short race. The sprint always tends to be hyped to the max because and you have to go all out from the get go. I tried to remain calm, trying to stay focused, because the 4x100m isn’t my type of thing. Even though I am a quarter-miler, I don’t even run 100m.
“I don’t even know how fast I can run a 100m. But I had to do it for the team. I knew once I ran a good leg, it would help me with my 400m. I got the stick the same time LSU got their stick, but I put my all into it and we ended with the win,” he said.
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‘Kind of iffy’
Lendore doubtful for Commonwealth Games (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Kind--of-iffy-260046701.html)
Story Created: May 20, 2014 at 10:05 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Trinidad and Tobago’s Olympic medallist Deon Lendore has expressed doubt about his participation in the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasglow, Scotland. “The Commonwealth Games right now is a kind of iffy situation, because this season I have really been hitting it hard,” said Lendore.
“I went from being number one indoor where I’ve been running some fast times back-to-back, to coming outdoor and dropping some serious time.” Lendore, who ran the second fastest time in the world this year to claim 400m gold in 44.36 over the weekend, says a hectic college season will leave him at a disadvantage.
The 21-year-old athlete’s achievement for his school Texas A&M earned him hero status for rewriting a 45-year-old record. Although he ran for Texas A&M, Lendore’s performance had booked him a place on the national team for the Commonwealth Games.
“I have been running a lot of races compared to everybody else. Then at the NCAA Championships, I will be running like six races. I don’t think I will be in the shape,” said Lendore “Everybody else (is) not running the collegiate circuit. They don’t know how hard I have it right now to be running all these races.”
Earlier, the Trinidadian quarter miler anchored the Texas A&M four by one hundred metre team to gold to help his school finish first on the men’s points table. Lendore said his attention will now shift to the Regional Championships where he is expected to compete in several races.
“Within a month, I’m going to run like 12, 13, 14 races,” he said. “Everybody else will have like two races. I will be at a disadvantage. I will be tired. I won’t be able to give it my all”. The XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, is scheduled to start in July.
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Trinidad & Tobago's 4x4 Power ... Again (http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20140529/sports/sports8.html)
Published: Thursday | May 29, 2014
By Hubert Lawrence (The Gleaner)
You can't miss Deon Lendore on the 2014 400-metre performance. Do a glance and you'll find him in second place at 44.36 seconds. You won't have as much luck finding the young Trinidad and Tobago ace on the list of participants at the just concluded World Relay Championships. That's because he wasn't there.
Lendore is an outgoing senior at Texas A&M University and, in March succeeded Jamaican Errol Nolan as NCAA Indoor 400m champion. Commitments to Texas A&M kept the 2012 Olympic 4x400m bronze medallist away from Nassau. Even so, the men in red and black ran strongly for third and brought back memories of a glorious past.
Lalonde Gordon, Renny Quow, Carifta champion Machel Cedenio and Jarrin Solomon ran strongly to decimate the T&T national record, leaving it at two minutes 58.34 seconds.
Long-legged Gordon, third in the 2012 400m final, hustled through a 44.4 first leg. Quow, the diminutive 2009 World Champs third placer, hung on grimly. Cedenio gave a glimpse of future greatness with a 44.4 third stint. Solomon, the son of former T&T international Mike, tried mightily but just couldn't keep pace with World Champion Lashawn Merrit and Bahamian Michael Mathieu.
Had Lendore been there, things would have been different. As comfortable as the World Champion looked on his anchor leg for the United States, he'd have needed much more to catch the Trinidadian number one.
Solomon closed the record in 45 seconds flat. By comparison, Lendore anchored Texas A&M in 44.6 in an indoor race in February.
Now a senior
The red and blacks can also call on Jehue Gordon. When they were schoolmates at Queens Royal College, Gordon and Lendore were a 4x400 dynamic duo. Since those days, Gordon has graduated from being World Junior 400m hurdles champion to being senior World Champion in 2013.
Stars like Edwin Roberts and Wendell Mottley made Trinidad and Tobago a 4x400 power in the 60s. With those two winning medals in the 1964 Olympic 200 and 400 metres, respectively, the twin island republic broke red lights in the relays.
At the height of its power, the Mottley-Roberts tandem powered their country to Olympic bronze and gold in 4x440-yard world record time in Kingston at the 1966 Commonwealth Games.
The 4x400m races in Nassau make the event a must-watch at this summer's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The US collegiate season will be finished, freeing Lendore and Nolan for national duty. Bahamian Ramon Miller should be recovered from the twisted ankle that kept him out of the World Relay final.
Jamaica could reassemble its 2013 World Championship runner-up team with the return of young Javon Francis and Rusheen McDonald who missed the Nassau final after a strong run in the heats.
Take your pick. Will Jamaica have the edge? Will the Bahamian Golden Knights repeat their Olympic win? Or will it be 1966 all over again?
Hubert Lawrence has been scrutinising track and field since 1980.
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Inside the XX Commonwealth Games:
T&T seeks to boost medal haul (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-06-08/inside-xx-commonwealth-games-tt-seeks-boost-medal-haul)
Published: Sunday, June 8, 2014
By Sean Nero(T&T Guardian)
Athletes chosen to represent this country at this year’s XX Commonwealth Games taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23-August 3, are better equipped to deliver medal winning performances. That is the view of Brian Lewis, president of the T&T Commonwealth Games Committee (TTCGA)/T&T Olympic Committee. Under the Commonwealth Games Federation, chapter organising committees must carry the CGA call sign. So for the duration of this tournament the TTOC name will be silent. With 43 days to go before the Games herald, Lewis said the local contingent, which was reputed to be the country’s largest in the history of the championships, would aim to better the medal haul of nine, way back in 1966. They were: five gold, two-silver and two-bronze.
This country’s athletes will be vying for top honours in individual sports as: aquatics, boxing, cycling, gymnastics, judo, shooting, squash, table tennis, triathlon as well as track and field.
Netball, hockey and the rugby 7s are the team sports in which T&T will be going for gold. With an estimated budget of close to $4 million, Lewis said, one of the challenges for team T&T’s was that resources were not finite and therefore there would always be situations access to more. The Sports Ministry has already put systems in place for athletes and officials to travel to and from Scotland, while the Sport Company was contributing by making the elite athletes facilities at the Hasely Crawford National Stadium and its personnel available for these preparations. Through the TTCGA’s partnership with Adidas the cost of outfitting the local team had been reduced. Meanwhile, the national sporting organisation would use their resources to cover the remainder of the bill.
Justifying our sporting value
“I am not one of those who believe that corporate T&T has any obligation. I think that it is up to the national sporting organisations and the TTOC to justify to corporate T&T, what is the value that it brings to the relationship. “This thing where you want to bully corporate T&T, that they have to do something, I don’t see it that way. I think that the reality is, it is not about a hand-out. It is not about a dependency syndrome. It is about a partnership. I think once NSOs are able to identify what is the value they bring, justify it and deliver on their promises, I think that increasingly, over time, you would see a major transformation in the response,” Lewis said. He added: “All over the world, success drives success. That is why it is important for the TTCGA (TTOC) and the NSO and athletes and coaches that when we go into major events that we go to these games to perform, not just participate. “T&T has passed the stage of just being happy to barely qualify for and event. It’s not about going to the games for a joy ride or a vacation.” Arrangements have been put in place for pre-Games training camp for athletes associated with team sports in Scotland. They are scheduled to depart local shores between July 6-8. The challenges, he said, would be to beat the results of London 2012 (Olympics) citing it had become the new benchmark.
Training camps for team sports
Pointing to last month’s staging of the IAAF World Relays held in Nassau, Bahamas, where T&T bagged three medals: men’s 4 by 100m (silver), women’s 4 by 100m (bronze) and men’s 4 by 400m (bronze), Lewis said: “They did excellent. That’s cause for encouragement. In sports, you don’t event go into a tournament or championship expecting to failure. “I am optimistic that our athletes will do very well. From my perspective I would think track and field, cycling, swimming and boxing will be where we would have podium success. I am very interested in seeing how we do in gymnastics. “Netball as one of the team sports, we would think on paper have a chance, but the recent form does not suggest that netball would medal. Hockey–men’s and women’s–the best teams in the world are from the Commonwealth nations. So hockey would have some great difficulty getting on the podium, but what we would expect is that they improve on their performances from 2006 and 2010. You want to see the team sports a lot more competitive than they have been. I know they have prepared well.”
He added, “They are all accessing the high-performance unit in the Hasely Crawford Stadium. They are doing extremely well. They may have wanted a little bit more warm-up games. But we are having training camps for the team sports. We are focused as a Commonwealth Games Association, taking it to the next level. Our partnership with the Michael Johnson Performance Centre and BPTT plays an important role in terms of the high performance training trying to supplement and complement the training programmes the various coaches have with various athletes. It’s all about working with as a team.”
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Olympic medallist declares Commonwealth Games his priority (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-06-12/olympic-medallist-declares-commonwealth-games-his-priority)
Published: Thursday, June 12, 2014
Sean Nero (T&T Guardian)
Richard Thompson wins 100m at IAAF IWC Meeting Hengelo (9.95 in +1.4 wind)
http://www.youtube.com/v/qmuQfP00r1I
Olympic medallist Richard Thompson says he is proud to have recorded his first sub-ten performance in two years at Saturday’s IAAF World Challenge’s Fanny Blankers-Keon, held in Hengelo, Netherlands.
The three-time Olympic medallist captured the men’s 100 metres event in 9.95 seconds.
On his Facebook page, he posted, “Got another win tonight in Hengelo (Holland). This time a wind legal 9.95 seconds, my first sub-10 since the 2012 London Olympics...3rd fastest time in the World for 2014. Praises to the most high!”
In a G-Sport interview, he made it clear, however, that the gratifying weekend performance was not grounds for him to become over confident. The champion athlete said he needed to retain his level of calm and focus, as the remedial work he was now undergoing was helping him to achieve the desired rewards.
“It feels great to be under 10 seconds again. However, it's no time to celebrate or be content. There's still a lot of work to be done. That being said, I'm pleased with the direction things are heading in for the Commonwealth Games, which is my number one priority this year. Being at the Michael Johnson Performance Centre (MJPC) in Dallas, really, allowed me to channel my energy in the right direction. We identified what the problem was and devised a plan to directly deal with it. Beyond that, we were able to look at other weaknesses and strengthen them.”
Thompson has gained access to the facilities at MJPC through an arrangement between the T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC) and energy company BPTT.
He achieved the feat on the weekend of his birthday, which was spent traveling to Europe.
“So it was a bit satisfying to run well and make up for the day lost. There's still a lot of time for many people to improve, so I don't want to get ahead of myself and start prematurely claiming medals in Glasgow (Scotland) just yet.
“Everyone is still working hard and that's just what I plan to do as well, to give myself a fair shot of being in the mix. It will be interesting because we know the big guns always show up ready to the big show.”
Late yesterday, Thompson won the 100m at the Bislett Games in Oslo, Norway in a time of 10.02 seconds.
Richard Thompson wins Men's 100m at Diamond League Oslo 2014 (10.02 in -0.6 wind)
https://www.youtube.com/v/MR-A3Mop7iQ
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Bovell, Phillip for Commonwealth Games (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Bovell-Phillip-for-Commonwealth-Games-262824931.html)
Story Created: Jun 12, 2014 at 3:16 AM ECT (T&T Guardian)
Olympic bronze medallist George Bovell and cyclist Njisane Phillip are among the headliners in the Trinidad and Tobago team to compete at the 20th Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next month.
The team will be led by the Chef de Mission Dr. Ian Hypolite and includes representatives of 13 national sporting organisations.
According to a Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) media release yesterday, Brian Lewis, president of the TTOC is looking forward to Trinidad and Tobago having their best Commonwealth Games ever.
The athletics team will be announced on June 24.
The team to date is made up of 84 athletes and 49 officials, including a medical team of 14 and sports psychologist Dr. Margaret Ottley.
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TTOC name 148 for Commonwealth Games (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,196158.html)
By JONATHAN RAMNANANSINGH Thursday, June 12 2014 (T&T Newsday)
CHEF DE MISSION Dr Ian Hypolite will spearhead a 148- member Trinidad and Tobago contingent at the 20th edition of the Commonwealth Games which sprints off in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 3.
The official list of national representatives was released by the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) and Commonwealth Games Association on Tuesday evening. This year’s outfit, excluding the athletics division, comprises of 84 athletes from multiple disciplines, 49 officials, a medical team of 14 and sports psychologist Dr Margaret Ottley.
Approximately 61 members of the athletics fraternity have also been selected to fly the red, white and black, but the official list has not yet been revealed. Joining the TT squad will be TTOC president, Brian Lewis, who is hoping that this nation can have its best showing ever at the prized Commonwealth meet.
The twin-island republic will vie for honours in 13 sporting disciplines; aquatics, athletics, boxing, cycling, gymnastics, hockey, judo, netball, rugby, shooting, squash, table tennis and triathlon.
Some of the more highlighted names contesting the 2014 edition range from George Bovell, Dylan Carter (swimming), Aaron Prince (boxing), Njisane Phillip and Quincy Alexander (cycling), Marissa Dick (gymnastics), both senior men and women’s hockey teams, Christopher George (Judo), women’s netball team, men’s rugby sevens team, Roger Daniel (shooting), Colin Ramasra and Charlotte Knaggs (squash), Dexter St Louis and Rheann Chung (table tennis) and David Cottle (triathlon).
Meanwhile, expected to represent TT in the athletics division are an estimated 34 males and 27 females athletes. Leading the way in this category should be Olympic javelin champion Keshorn Walcott, sprinters Richard “Torpedo” Thompson, Keston Bledman, 400m hurdles World Championships gold medallist Jehue Gordon and a cast of other promising medal hopes in Glasgow.
Trinidad and Tobago team:
Aquatics - George Richard Bovell III, Dylan Carter
Boxing - Michael Alexander, Aaron Prince
Cycling - Njisane Phillip, Quincy Alexander
Gymnastics - William Albert, Marissa Dick, Khazia Hislop
Hockey (Men) - Darren Cowie, Mickel Pierre, Andrey Rocke, Marcus James, Shaquille Daniel, Tariq Marcano, Stefan Mouttet, Kwandwane Browne, Ishmael Campbell, Aidan De Gannes, Solomon Eccles, Dillet Gilkes, Nicholas Grant, Michael II Otis O’Connor, Jordon Reynos, Akim Toussaint
Hockey (Female) - Patricia Wright-Alexis, Petal Derry, Alanna Lewis, Kwylan Jaggassar, Amie Olton, Savanah De Fretias, Amanda George, Avion Ashton, Elise Olton, Kayla Brathwaithe, Fiona O’Brien, Dana-Lee De Gannes, Brianna Govia, Tamia Roach, Zene Henry, Brittney Hingh
Judo - Christopher George
Netball - Joelisa Cooper, Kalifa Mc Collin, Janelle Barker, Samantha Wallace, Rhonda John Davis, Tricia Liverpool, Onella Jack, Anika La Roche Brice, Candice Guerero, Kemba Duncan, Alicia Liverpool, Daystar Swift
Rugby Sevens - Agboola Silverthorn, David Gokool, Aasan Lewis, Kelson Figaro, Shaquille Tull, James Phillip, Jonathon O’Connor, Anthony Lopez, Keishon Walker, Joseph Quashie
Shooting - Michael Perez, Norris Gomez, Marlon Moses, Rhodney Allen, Roger Daniel
Squash - Colin Ramasra, Kale Wilson, Kerrie Sample, Charlotte Knaggs
Table Tennis - Dexter St. Louis, Curtis Humphreys, Aaron Wilson, Yuvraj Dookram, Rheann Chung, Ashley Quashie, Aleena Edwards, Catherine Spicer
Triathlon - David Cottle
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Prepare well for C’wealth Games, St Louis urges (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Prepare-well-for-Cwealth-Games-St-Louis-urges-263174291.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jun 14, 2014 at 9:35 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Dexter St Louis is eagerly anticipating the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
The France-based pro was pleased to hear that the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) had included a table tennis team for the July 23-August 3 multi-sport event. However, he urged the powers that be, here in T&T, to take a professional approach to preparation.
“I hope we take this as a serious opportunity to carry our sport further, and not as a gift or holidays. I have seen in recent years the TTOC has put their faith in us. Now, we must show them that we are worth that faith and confidence.
“The coaches must ensure that the players do a minimum of 10 hours training per week as of now, else this will be easily another stamp in our passport.”
St Louis will lead the charge for T&T in the men’s team event. He will be supported by Curtis Humphreys, who recently returned from a six-week training stint in Sweden, 15-year-old Aaron Wilson, and Yuvraj Dookram.
Another France-based pro, Rheann Chung is the key player on the T&T women’s team, which also includes Aleena Edwards, Ashley Quashie and Catherine Spicer.
St Louis and Chung recently competed at the ITTF-Latin American Cup, in Paraguay.
Chung was in fine form at the invitational tournament for the top players in South and Central America and the Caribbean. She upset sixth-seeded Chilean Paulina Vega in the group stage to earn a quarterfinal berth. Chung lost in the last eight to Brazilian Caroline Kumahara, the top seed and eventual champion.
Earlier this year, Chung was a bronze medallist in the women’s singles at the Latin American Table Tennis Championships, in Dominican Republic.
“Rheann’s game is up with the best,” St Louis told the Express. “She is really playing in the top 150 in the world now.”
At the Latin American Cup, which featured 12 men and 12 women, St Louis was eliminated at the group stage of the men’s singles. The 46-year-old Chaguanas-born player went under 2-4 to Mexico’s Marcos Madrid and by the same scoreline to Puerto Rican Daniel Gonzalez.
“I would have liked to get to the quarterfinals,” said St Louis, “as I think it was not difficult. I am not making any excuses but the lights went out at 1-1 (in games) and 2-1 in the third (against Gonzalez).
That really broke my momentum. It caused me to lose the third and fourth games; I came back and won the fifth game and was leading 10-8 in the sixth and lost.”
St Louis said the Latin American Cup was well organised.
“Great tournament.
“Thanks to Anil Roberts and his ministry,” St Louis continued, “for assisting us in attending. Without him, whether we are qualified or not, it would not have been possible, so special thanks to the Honourable Minister of Sport.”
St Louis and Chung will next compete at the July 5-7 Heritage Oil Open in Sussex, England. The tournament is a warm-up event for the Commonwealth Games.
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Track and field athletes impress T&T Olympic boss
...Thompson, Ahyee, Bellille, Gordon, Quow stand out (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-06-23/track-and-field-athletes-impress-tt%E2%80%88olympic-boss)
Published: Tuesday, June 24, 2014
By: Sean Nero (T&T Guardian)
Brian Lewis, president of the T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC), has described last weekend’s Sagicor/NGC Senior Open Track and Field Championships as a tremendous confidence boaster for this country’s participation at the XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23-August 3.
The performances of the athletes at the three-day meet staged by the National Association of Athletics Administrations (NAAA) at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo, saw Olympic medallist Richard Thompson of Rebirth dethrone Keston Bledman to reclaim the men’s 100-metre title, and in the process establish a new national record of 9.82 seconds. Thompson previously held the national record of 9.85 since 2011.
Meanwhile, Janeil Bellille of Neon Trackers broke a 16-year-old national record in the women’s 400m to capture the quarter mile title in 51.83. Olympians Jarrin Solomon, Lalonde Gordon and Renny Quow battled for tops honours in the men’s 400-metre finals. It was Quow, however, who got the edge to clinch gold in 45.073.
In a G-sport interview, Lewis said, “Oh… Very encouraging! And it wasn’t only the performances of those who won. It’s great to see for example in the 100 metres Marc Burns and Darrel Brown. They have been around for quite a while being very competitive. Darrel Brown is at his best time I think since 2003. He has had a very tough time and for him to keep fighting and never give up that’s the kind of thing that people must understand: that resilience, that perseverance, that indomitable will.
We look at Michelle Lee-Ahye. Her performances continue to improve year on year. You have some of the younger people coming through (like) Kia Selvon. I am very hopeful.”
He added: “We are going into the Commonwealth Games with a tremendous confidence boaster with this weekend’s track and field performances at the track and field championships. We have this confidence boaster with Njisane’s (Phillip) performances. He seems to be back on track, so to speak, from his health issues earlier this year. George Bovell III seems to be evergreen and still improving. So, I think there is reasonable cause for significant optimism heading into the Commonwealth Games. I like what I am seeing from the young boxer Michael Alexander.”
Lewis scoffed at those in society who insist on ruling out the ability of athletes when their medal copping performances dipped. He described this practice of writing off such athletes as “a little fickle.” The TTOC official marvelled at the speed at which the public build up athletes when they were in championship mode, but were quicker to dismiss their medalling potential when they were going through difficult times.
“After the Olympics (London 2012) they were saying George Bovell III too old and you start to get these hurtful statements being made. Sport, just like life, is something that is full of ups and downs and people don’t recognise that there is a process, especially when you are involved in elite level sports. It’s a process, it’s a journey…not just a destination, and it requires perseverance and indomitable will.
“I believe it is the responsibility of the national sport organisations and the TTOC to be there for our athletes in good times and in bad times. If one was to judge sometimes from the talk shows and social media, you would see at times we tend to be very hard, even harsh on our athletes when they go through a loss of form,” Lewis said.
Lewis added: “I remember just last year, in the CPL (Caribbean Premier League), Dwayne Bravo being booed, at home. Look at the challenges Darrel Brown has had over the last couple years… Renny Quow? We have to understand that there are different reasons why people may lose form, whether it be through injury or other things and it is important that we have an environment that doesn’t come across as being band-wagonist in its approach.”
The TTOC official said he eagerly awaited the return of Kelly-Ann Baptiste and Semoy Hackett who were banned from competition and was not afraid to state his support publicly.
“I am not one of those who is there to be part of any lynch mob on these two female athletes. I have said it in the past and I will continue to say it. In my experiences dealing with them over the years, I have no doubt in my mind that they have a commitment to competing clean and air—that they are not deliberate drug cheats.
“I look forward to seeing them back in the mix. I think it is well publicised that Semoy Hackett’s situation has been brought to closure. She will resume her career sometime next year. From what I have seen in the media in the case of Kelly-Ann Baptiste, her due process is still on-going. That is something we just have to wait on. But I am confident that she will be able to rise above adversity and triumph,” said Lewis.
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Bolt available for relays in Glasgow (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Bolt-available-for-relays-in-Glasgow-265003881.html)
Story Created: Jun 27, 2014 at 11:22 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Sprint superstar Usain Bolt has made himself available to run the relays at next month’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
The 27-year-old was expected to miss the July 23 to August 3 showpiece but said in a release Thursday that he was keen on participating at the event. He is not participating in the weekend’s National Championships, a qualifier for the Games.
“I do not wish to take the place of anyone who qualifies this weekend in an individual event, but am available for relay duties if the selectors feel I can be an asset to the Jamaican team in Glasgow,” Bolt said.
“I have received lots of requests, invitations and messages of support from my fans in Scotland, who are looking forward to a great event.”
Bolt has been hampered by injury in recent months and is yet to make his debut on the international circuit this season. Earlier this month, he announced he was pulling out of the Golden Spike in Ostrava on June 17th and the Paris Diamond League meet on July 5th.
He said he had already conveyed his decision not to run at the National Championships, to the Jamaica Amateur Athletics Association. “I am not ready to compete at the Jamaican Championships this weekend, but I have informed the JAAA that I am available for selection for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and have submitted the relevant documents,” Bolt said.
Bolt, the reigning World and Olympic champion, missed the last Commonwealth Games in India as well as the 2006 edition in Australia. His appearance in Glasgow will be a massive marketing boost for the Games.
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IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TTO GLASGOW 2014 COMMONWEALTH GAMES TRACK AND FIELD TEAM (http://ttoc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4164%3Aimmediate-releasetto-glasgow-2014-commonwealth-games-track-and-field-team&catid=2%3Alatest-news&Itemid=233)
Friday, 27 June 2014 13:01 (TTOC.org)
The Trinidad and Tobago Commonwealth Games Association (TTCGA)/Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) can confirm the Trinidad and Tobago Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games track and field team is as follows:
WOMEN (18 Athletes):
Deandra Daniel-High Jump
Cleopatra Borel and Annie Alexander-Shot Put
Annie Alexander- Discus
Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon and Kamaria Durant-100M
Michelle Lee Ahye, Reyare Thomas-200m
Shawna Fermin, Romona Modeste and Domonique Williams- 400m
Alena Brooks-800m
Pilar McShine-1500m
4x100M- Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon, Kamaria Durant, Reyare Thomas, Lisa Wickham and Deborah John
4x400m- Shawna Fermin, Alena Brooks, Romona Modeste, Domonique Williams, Janeil Bellille and Josane Lucas
Tonya Nero- Marathon
Josanne Lucas and Deborah John- 100m Hurdles
Janeil Bellille-400m Hurdles
Ayanna Alexander-Triple Jump
MEN (25 Athletes):
Richard Thompson, Keston Bledman and Darrel Brown-100m
Kyle Gereaux, Jereem Richards and Rondell Sorrillo-200m
Lalonde Gordon, Renny Quow and Jarrin Solomon-400m
Wayne Davis, Mikel Thomas and Durel Busby-110 hurdles
Jehue Gordon and Emanuel Mayers- 400m Hurdles
Jamal James and Kendis Bullard- 800m
Kyron Blaise-Long Jump
Kashief Daniel- High Jump
Quincy Wilson- Discus
Robert Collingwood-Shot Put
Keshorn Walcott- Javelin
4X100M Relay-Keston Bledman, Richard Thompson, Darrel Brown, Marc Burns, Rondell Sorrillo and Emmanuel Callender
4x400m-Relay- Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Deon Lendore, Reny Quow, Jereem Richards and Zwede Hewitt
Officials (13):
Manager- George Commissiong
Coaches- Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklin, Ismael Lopez, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton and Paul Voisin
Medical- Verne Alleyne, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder and Dr Anyl Gopeesingh.
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Don't think Michelle should double. Focus on the 100 and 4x1. Her arm/shoulder is already giving her trouble and she has a better shot at a medal in the 1.
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Don't think Michelle should double. Focus on the 100 and 4x1. Her arm/shoulder is already giving her trouble and she has a better shot at a medal in the 1.
Commonwealth Games is a month away so MLA's shoulder should be okay by then if not before.
MLA is even running in a Diamond League meet next week Thursday so if she performs well in Lausanne then I won't see much need to worry about her shoulder affecting her by the time of Commonwealth Games.
Also the 200m in the Commonwealth Games normally comes after the 100m is over so how MLA does in the 100m will not be directly affect by her running the 200m.
If MLA does really well in the 100m and medals she can still decide to skip the 200m if she thinks she will be too tired and it could affect our medal chances in the 4 x100m relay.
If MLA runs in the 200m she could always be rested during the 4x100m heats and be brought in just for the final which we should hopefully make and get good lane in without MLA having to run in the 4x100m Heats as Lisa Wickham or Deborah John can always fill in. However for relay team baton passing chemistry it might be better for the same runners to run in both the Heats and Final.
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Unless Carlyle Roudette is not available for some reason I am not sure why he did not make our Men 4x400m relay team when he defeated both Zwede Hewitt and Jereem Richards in the Men 400m "A" Final.
400m Men A and B Finals at Senior Champs 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/uNKQ3Mj9rv4
Event 3 Men 400 Meter Dash
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NR: $ 44.21 8/3/1992 Ian Morris
45.90 CAC CAC GAMES
45.90 CW Commonwealth Games
46.20 U23 NACAC U-23
Name Year Team Finals H# Points
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Section 2 Finals
1 Quow, Renny Zenith 47.16 45.08 CAC 45.073
2 Gordon, LA Londe Nike 47.48 45.08 CAC 45.077
3 Solomon, Jarrin Memphis Pioneers 46.13 45.59 CAC
4 Roudette, Carlyle Abilene Wildcats 46.93 46.00 U23
5 Hewitt, Zwede Rebirth 47.48 46.08 U23
6 Richards, Jereem Abilene Wildcats 48.00 46.72
7 Hazel, Odou Memphis Pioneers 47.91 47.91
-- Mullings, Breon Memphis Pioneers 47.90 FS Rule 162.6
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Unless Carlyle Roudette is not available for some reason I am not sure why he did not make our Men 4x400m relay team when he defeated both Zwede Hewitt and Jereem Richards in the Men 400m "A" Final.
400m Men A and B Finals at Senior Champs 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/uNKQ3Mj9rv4
Event 3 Men 400 Meter Dash
==========================================================================
NR: $ 44.21 8/3/1992 Ian Morris
45.90 CAC CAC GAMES
45.90 CW Commonwealth Games
46.20 U23 NACAC U-23
Name Year Team Finals H# Points
==========================================================================
Section 2 Finals
1 Quow, Renny Zenith 47.16 45.08 CAC 45.073
2 Gordon, LA Londe Nike 47.48 45.08 CAC 45.077
3 Solomon, Jarrin Memphis Pioneers 46.13 45.59 CAC
4 Roudette, Carlyle Abilene Wildcats 46.93 46.00 U23
5 Hewitt, Zwede Rebirth 47.48 46.08 U23
6 Richards, Jereem Abilene Wildcats 48.00 46.72
7 Hazel, Odou Memphis Pioneers 47.91 47.91
-- Mullings, Breon Memphis Pioneers 47.90 FS Rule 162.6
his Dad passport has to be re-instated then he has to get his
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Unless Carlyle Roudette is not available for some reason I am not sure why he did not make our Men 4x400m relay team when he defeated both Zwede Hewitt and Jereem Richards in the Men 400m "A" Final.
400m Men A and B Finals at Senior Champs 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/uNKQ3Mj9rv4
Event 3 Men 400 Meter Dash
==========================================================================
NR: $ 44.21 8/3/1992 Ian Morris
45.90 CAC CAC GAMES
45.90 CW Commonwealth Games
46.20 U23 NACAC U-23
Name Year Team Finals H# Points
==========================================================================
Section 2 Finals
1 Quow, Renny Zenith 47.16 45.08 CAC 45.073
2 Gordon, LA Londe Nike 47.48 45.08 CAC 45.077
3 Solomon, Jarrin Memphis Pioneers 46.13 45.59 CAC
4 Roudette, Carlyle Abilene Wildcats 46.93 46.00 U23
5 Hewitt, Zwede Rebirth 47.48 46.08 U23
6 Richards, Jereem Abilene Wildcats 48.00 46.72
7 Hazel, Odou Memphis Pioneers 47.91 47.91
-- Mullings, Breon Memphis Pioneers 47.90 FS Rule 162.6
his Dad passport has to be re-instated then he has to get his
And how long does that take? Shouldn't they be able to get that done within a week or two especially if they are fast tracked?
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
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Some optimistic predictions..
JG bronze 400mh
JB bronze 400mh
MLA gold 100m bronze 200m
RT silver 100m * DB in final
KW gold Jav
RQ silver 400m * three Trinis in final
WD bronze 110mh
CB silver Shot
Men 4x100 silver
Women 4x100 silver
Men 4x400 gold ;)
Women 4x400 bronze (Lucas and Bellile now in the mix).
= Our best Commonwealth games
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Some optimistic predictions..
JG bronze 400mh
JB bronze 400mh
MLA gold 100m bronze 200m
RT silver 100m * DB in final
KW gold Jav
RQ silver 400m * three Trinis in final
WD bronze 110mh
CB silver Shot
Men 4x100 silver
Women 4x100 silver
Men 4x400 gold ;)
Women 4x400 bronze (Lucas and Bellile now in the mix).
= Our best Commonwealth games
Regards your gold prediction for our Men 4x400m relay team that is easier said than done.
Don't forget that Bahamas, Britain and Jamaica will all have serious 4x400m relay teams who are also going to be strong medal contenders. We will definitely have to smash our national record again to beat the Bahamas if they come to the CW Games with their Olympic gold winning relay team.
If Deon Lendore runs in the final as we are hoping then yes a gold medal is possible for us with our 4x4 relay team running in this order:- Lalonde Gordon >> Renny Quow >> Jarrin Solomon >> Deon Lendore.
We will require low 44 opening legs from both Gordon and Quow to establish ourselves in a winning position and we will need a sub-45 leg from Solomon to maintain our winning position on the 3rd leg and provided Gordon, Quow and Solomin can do the job outlined then Deon should be able to see us home safely for the gold medal. Anything less and the Bahamas will most likely win the gold and we will be figthing with Jamaica and Britain for silver and bronze.
Based on the team selected it looks like Cedenio will definitely not be running in the 4x400m relay as the CW Games as he will be recovering from duties at the World Junior Games and may still be exhausted.
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Unless Carlyle Roudette is not available for some reason I am not sure why he did not make our Men 4x400m relay team when he defeated both Zwede Hewitt and Jereem Richards in the Men 400m "A" Final.
400m Men A and B Finals at Senior Champs 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/uNKQ3Mj9rv4
Event 3 Men 400 Meter Dash
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NR: $ 44.21 8/3/1992 Ian Morris
45.90 CAC CAC GAMES
45.90 CW Commonwealth Games
46.20 U23 NACAC U-23
Name Year Team Finals H# Points
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Section 2 Finals
1 Quow, Renny Zenith 47.16 45.08 CAC 45.073
2 Gordon, LA Londe Nike 47.48 45.08 CAC 45.077
3 Solomon, Jarrin Memphis Pioneers 46.13 45.59 CAC
4 Roudette, Carlyle Abilene Wildcats 46.93 46.00 U23
5 Hewitt, Zwede Rebirth 47.48 46.08 U23
6 Richards, Jereem Abilene Wildcats 48.00 46.72
7 Hazel, Odou Memphis Pioneers 47.91 47.91
-- Mullings, Breon Memphis Pioneers 47.90 FS Rule 162.6
his Dad passport has to be re-instated then he has to get his
And how long does that take? Shouldn't they be able to get that done within a week or two especially if they are fast tracked?
Crisis hits would-be travellers
Bid to relocate passport machine (http://www.guardian.co.tt/news/2014-06-28/bid-relocate-passport-machine)
Published: Saturday, June 28, 2014
By: Radhica Sookraj (T&T Guardian)
Government is yet to decide whether the Immigration Division’s passport printing machine would be relocated from Frederick Street, Port-of-Spain so that processing of passports could continue. This recommendation was made by Minister of National Security Gary Griffith in response to escalating protest from staff at the Immigration Division. Griffith and a team of ministers including Housing Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal met last night to discuss the protests.
On Thursday, immigration staff heeded a call from president of the Public Service Association Watson Duke to shut down the San Fernando and Port-of-Spain offices because of electrical and infrastructural problems. Since then hundreds of people have been unable to travel because they cannot get their passports. In an interview yesterday, Griffith said he planned to discuss the crisis with other ministers of government and Duke.
“I understand that Frederick Street office is not opening any time soon. I am trying to get this matter rectified as soon as possible so that people will be able to get their passports,” said Griffith. He added that the passport printing machine might be moved this weekend. A source at Immigration said it might take more than a week for the machine to be reassembled once it is moved.
Duke has already raised red flags about the relocation of the printing machine, saying proper security arrangements must be made to ensure it is not misused. Duke also said he would not allow employees’ safety to be jeopardised. Contacted after their meeting, Griffith said it was now uncertain whether the machine would be moved.
He said further questions should be directed to Chief Immigration Officer Gerry Downes and leader of Government Business Dr Roodal Moonilal, who chaired the meeting. When contacted, Downes said he was not authorised to speak. He said questions should be directed to Moonilal, who chaired the meeting, but who could not be reached for comment.
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Unless Carlyle Roudette is not available for some reason I am not sure why he did not make our Men 4x400m relay team when he defeated both Zwede Hewitt and Jereem Richards in the Men 400m "A" Final.
400m Men A and B Finals at Senior Champs 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/uNKQ3Mj9rv4
Event 3 Men 400 Meter Dash
==========================================================================
NR: $ 44.21 8/3/1992 Ian Morris
45.90 CAC CAC GAMES
45.90 CW Commonwealth Games
46.20 U23 NACAC U-23
Name Year Team Finals H# Points
==========================================================================
Section 2 Finals
1 Quow, Renny Zenith 47.16 45.08 CAC 45.073
2 Gordon, LA Londe Nike 47.48 45.08 CAC 45.077
3 Solomon, Jarrin Memphis Pioneers 46.13 45.59 CAC
4 Roudette, Carlyle Abilene Wildcats 46.93 46.00 U23
5 Hewitt, Zwede Rebirth 47.48 46.08 U23
6 Richards, Jereem Abilene Wildcats 48.00 46.72
7 Hazel, Odou Memphis Pioneers 47.91 47.91
-- Mullings, Breon Memphis Pioneers 47.90 FS Rule 162.6
his Dad passport has to be re-instated then he has to get his
And how long does that take? Shouldn't they be able to get that done within a week or two especially if they are fast tracked?
Crisis hits would-be travellers
Bid to relocate passport machine (http://www.guardian.co.tt/news/2014-06-28/bid-relocate-passport-machine)
Published: Saturday, June 28, 2014
By: Radhica Sookraj (T&T Guardian)
Government is yet to decide whether the Immigration Division’s passport printing machine would be relocated from Frederick Street, Port-of-Spain so that processing of passports could continue. This recommendation was made by Minister of National Security Gary Griffith in response to escalating protest from staff at the Immigration Division. Griffith and a team of ministers including Housing Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal met last night to discuss the protests.
On Thursday, immigration staff heeded a call from president of the Public Service Association Watson Duke to shut down the San Fernando and Port-of-Spain offices because of electrical and infrastructural problems. Since then hundreds of people have been unable to travel because they cannot get their passports. In an interview yesterday, Griffith said he planned to discuss the crisis with other ministers of government and Duke.
“I understand that Frederick Street office is not opening any time soon. I am trying to get this matter rectified as soon as possible so that people will be able to get their passports,” said Griffith. He added that the passport printing machine might be moved this weekend. A source at Immigration said it might take more than a week for the machine to be reassembled once it is moved.
Duke has already raised red flags about the relocation of the printing machine, saying proper security arrangements must be made to ensure it is not misused. Duke also said he would not allow employees’ safety to be jeopardised. Contacted after their meeting, Griffith said it was now uncertain whether the machine would be moved.
He said further questions should be directed to Chief Immigration Officer Gerry Downes and leader of Government Business Dr Roodal Moonilal, who chaired the meeting. When contacted, Downes said he was not authorised to speak. He said questions should be directed to Moonilal, who chaired the meeting, but who could not be reached for comment.
That explains why their passports cannot be fast tracked at this time.
Must be very frustrating for the Roudette family.
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Jehue, Walcott in Commonwealth 43-member squad (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Jehue-Walcott-in-Commonwealth-43-member-squad-265004451.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jun 27, 2014 at 11:28 PM ECT
Reigning men’s 400 metres hurdles world champion Jehue Gordon, 2012 Olympic men’s javelin gold medallist Keshorn Walcott, and the fastest sprinters in the world this year, Richard ‘Torpedo’ Thompson and Michelle-Lee Ahye, are among 43 track and field athletes selected to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the July 23-August 3 Commonwealth Games, in Glasgow, Scotland.
Last Saturday, Thompson clocked 9.82 seconds to win the men’s 100 metres title at the NGC/Sagicor National Open Track and Field Championships, at the Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain. The clocking is a new national record and the fastest time in the world this year.
Ahye was also victorious on Saturday, striking gold in the women’s 100m dash with a 10.88 seconds run. She had clocked 10.85 in the semifinal round to move to the top of the 2014 world performance list.
Eight-four athletes in 12 other sports were previously named on the T&T team for the Commonwealth Games. A total of 127 athletes will represent the Red, White and Black in Glasgow.
TRACK & FIELD TEAM
Men—Richard Thompson (100, 4x100), Keston Bledman (100, 4x100), Darrel Brown (100, 4x100), Kyle Greaux (200), Jereem Richards (200, 4x400), Rondel Sorrillo (200, 4x100), Lalonde Gordon (400, 4x400), Renny Quow (400, 4x400), Jarrin Solomon (400, 4x400), Jamaal James (800), Kendis Bullard (800), Wayne Davis II (110 hurdles), Mikel Thomas (110 hurdles), Durell Busby (110 hurdles), Jehue Gordon (400 hurdles), Emanuel Mayers (400 hurdles), Kashef Daniel (high jump), Kyron Blaise (long jump), Robert Collingwood (shot put), Quincy Wilson (discus), Keshorn Walcott (javelin), Marc Burns (4x100), Emmanuel Callender (4x100), Deon Lendore (4x400), Zwede Hewitt (4x400)
Women—Michelle-Lee Ahye (100, 200, 4x100), Kai Selvon (100, 4x100), Kamaria Durant (100, 4x100), Reyare Thomas (200, 4x100), Shawna Fermin (400, 4x400), Romona Modeste (400, 4x400), Domonique Williams (400, 4x400), Alena Brooks (800, 4x400), Pilar McShine (1500), Josanne Lucas (100 hurdles, 4x400), Deborah John (100 hurdles, 4x100), Janeil Bellille (400 hurdles, 4x400), Tonya Nero (marathon), Deandra Daniel (high jump), Ayanna Alexander (triple jump), Cleopatra Borel (shot put), Annie Alexander (shot put, discus), Lisa Wickham (4x100)
Officials—George Comissiong (manager), Lester Osouna (coach), Arlon Morrison (coach), Gunness Persad (coach), Gerard Franklin (coach), Ismael Lopez (coach), Michelle Pennie (coach), Robin Brereton (coach), Paul Voisin (coach)
Medical staff—Verne Alleyne, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder, Dr Anyl Gopeesingh
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Borel, Alexander to hunt more Commonwealth silverware (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-06-28/borel-alexander-hunt-more-commonwealth-silverware)
Published: Saturday, June 28, 2014 (T&T Guardian)
Cleopatra Borel and Ayanna Alexander, the only T&T female athletics representatives who won silverware four years ago, will lead a strong national line-up at to the 2014 Commonwealth Games, which takes place in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23-August 3.
Borel and Alexander both finished with silver in the women’s shout put and triple jump events, respectively, at the 2010 event held in India. Borel also won a medal, bronze, at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Australia.
Along with Borel in the women’s shot put line-up is Annie Alexander, who will also feature in her favoured discus event.
The full team was announced yesterday by the T&T Commonwealth Games Association and the T&T Olympic Committee.Meanwhile, T&T fields a men’s line-up which features no returning medalists in athletics from the last Commonwealth Games.
Olympic bronze medalist George Bovell will feature. Top local shooter Roger Daniel, who won bronze at the 2010 Commonwealth Games and cycling sensation Njisane Phillip are also in the group.
In the team events, T&T will feature a hockey team and a rugby sevens team.
Athletics teams for Commonwealth Games:-
Women
100m- Michelle-Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon, Kamaria Durant
200m- Michelle-Lee Ahye, Reyare Thomas
400m- Shawna Fermin, Romona Modeste, Domonique Williams
800m- Alena Brooks
1500m- Pilar McShine
4x100m- Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon, Kamaria Durant, Reyare Thomas, Lisa Wickham, Deborah John.
4x400m- Shawna Fermin, Alena Brooks, Romona Modeste, Domonique Williams, Janeil Bellille, Josane Lucas.
Marathon- Tonya Nero
100m hurdles- Josanne Lucas, Deborah John
400m hurdles- Janeil Bellille
Triple jump- Ayanna Alexander
High jump- Deandra Daniel
Shot put- Cleopatra Borel, Annie Alexander
Discus- Annie Alexander
Men
100m- Richard Thompson, Keston Bledman, Darrel Brown
200m- Kyle Gereaux, Jereem Richards, Rondell Sorrillo
400m- Lalonde Gordon, Renny Quow, Jarrin Solomon
110m hurdles- Wayne Davis, Mikel Thomas, Durel Busby
400m hurdles- Jehue Gordon, Emanuel Mayers
800m- Jamal James and Kendis Bullard
4x100m- Keston Bledman, Richard Thompson, Darrel Brown, Marc Burns, Rondell Sorrillo, Emmanuel Callender
4x400m- Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Deon Lendore, Reny Quow, Jereem Richards, Zwede Hewitt
Long jump - Kyron Blaise
High jump- Kashief Daniel
Discus- Quincy Wilson
Shot put- Robert Collingwood
Javelin- Keshorn Walcott
Officials
Manager- George Commissiong
Coaches- Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklin, Ismael Lopez, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton, Paul Voisin.
Medics- Verne Alleyne, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder, Dr Anyl Gopeesingh.
Other sports
Aquatics
George Bovell, Dylan Carter
Boxing
Michael Alexander, Aaron Prince
Cycling
Njisane Phillip, Quincy Alexander
Gymnastics
William Albert, Marissa Dick, Khazia Hislop
Hockey
Men
Darren Cowie, Mickel Pierre, Andrey Rocke, Marcus James, Shaquille Daniel, Tariq Marcano, Stefan Mouttet, Kwandwane Browne, Ishmael Campbell, Aidan De Gannes, Solomon Eccles, Dillet Gilkes, Nicholas Grant, Michael II Otis O’Connor, Jordon Reynos, Akim Toussaint
Women
Patricia Wright-Alexis, Petal Derry, Alanna Lewis, Kwylan Jaggassar, Amie Olton, Savanah De Fretias, Amanda George, Avion Ashton, Elise Olton, Kayla Brathwaite, Fiona O’Brien, Dana-Lee De Gannes, Brianna Govia, Tamia Roach, Zene Henry, Brittney Hingh.
Judo
Christopher George
Netball
Joelisa Cooper, Kalifa Mc Collin, Janelle Barker, Samantha Wallace, Rhonda John-Davis, Tricia Liverpool, Onella Jack, Anika La Roche-Brice, Candice Guerero, Kemba Duncan, Alicia Liverpool, Daystar Swift.
Rugby sevens
Agboola Silverthorn, David Gokool, Aasan Lewis, Kelson Figaro, Shaquille Tull, James Phillip, Jonathon O’Connor, Anthony Lopez, Keishon Walker, Joseph Quashie, Rowell Gordon, Jesse Richards.
Shooting
Michael Perez, Norris Gomez, Marlon Moses, Rhodney Allen, Roger Daniel.
Squash
Colin Ramasra, Kale Wilson, Kerrie Sample, Charlotte Knaggs. Table Tennis Dexter St Louis, Curtis Humphreys,
Aaron Wilson, Yuvraj Dookram, Rheann Chung, Ashley Quashie, Aleena Edwards, Catherine Spicer,
Triathlon
David Cottle
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Gordon, Quow and Lucas in T&T Commonwealth team (http://www.sportscoretobago.com/#!Gordon-Quow-and-Lucas-in-TT-Commonwealth-team/cjds/F89DEE43-1CDF-4870-B0A3-99558A0CE526)
June 28, 2014 (SportScoreTobago.com)
Double Olympic bronze medallist Lalonde Gordon is among four Tobago athletes who have been named in T&T’s 43 member track and field contingent for the 20th Commonwealth Games set for Glasgow, Scotland from July 27 to August 3. Gordon has been selected to compete in the men’s 400m after his second place finish at the National Championships at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Port of Spain on June 21, narrowly behind Renny Quow. Gordon will be looking to improve on his bronze medal finish at the London Olympics in 2012 while Quow will have his eyes at upgrading from his third place position at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin, Germany. T&T’s other entrant in the race is Jarrin Solomon. Gordon is making his second Commonwealth Games team. He reached the semifinals of the men’s 400m at the 2010 Games in New Delhi, India. Gordon and Quow are part of a strong men’s 4x400m team which won bronze at the inaugural World Relays in Bahamas in April and also at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Another World Championships bronze medallist Josanne Lucas got the nod for the women’s 100m hurdles. The national women’s 400m hurdles record holder is also listed a part of the women’s 4x400m relay team. Tobago’s other selectees is high jumper Kashef Daniel who set a new national records earlier this season (2.15-indoor, 2.12-outdoor).
Zenith coaches Arlon Morrison and Gerard Franklyn have also been named in the coaching staff along with Dr. Verne Alleyne on the medial team. Netballer Kemba Duncan was earlier selected in the netball contingent. Duncan is making her second trip to the Commonwealth Games after competing in 2010. Keishon Walker is also part of the men’s rugby seven team.
T&T’s Commonwealth Games Track and Field contingent
WOMEN-18
100m-Michelle-Lee Ahye(Rebirth), Kai Selvon (Airbon Sonics), Kamaria Durant (Simplex)
200m-Lee Ahye, Reyare Thomas (Neon Trackers)
400m-Shawna Fermin (Memphis Pioneers), Romona Modeste (Neon Trackers), Domonique Williams (Neon Trackers)
800m-Aleena Brooks (Memphis Pioneers)
1500m-Pilar Mc Shine (Success and Excellence)
Marathon-Tonya Nero (Athletic Central)
100m Hurdles-Josanne Lucas (Tobago Falcons), Deborah John (Airbon Sonics)
400m Hurdles-Janeil Bellille (Neon Trackers)
Shot put-Cleopatra Borel (Rebirth), Annie Alexander (Burnley)
Discus-Annie Alexander
High Jump-Deandra Daniel (Dovers)
Triple Jump-Ayana Alexander (Unattached)
4x100m-Lee Ahye, Selvon, Durant, Thomas, John, Lisa Wickham (Concorde)
4x400m-Fermin, Modeste, Williams, Brooks, Bellille, Lucas
MEN-24
100m-Richard Thompson (Rebirth), Keston Bledman (Simplex), Darrel Brown (Rebirth)
200m-Rondel Sorillo (La Brea), Kyle Greaux (Abilene Wildcats), Jereem Richards (Abilene Wildcats)
400m-Renny Quow (Zenith), Lalonde Gordon (Nike), Jarrin Solomon (Memphis Pioneers)
800m-Jamaal James (Rebirth), Kendis Bullard (TT Defence Force)
110m Hurdles-Wayne Davis 11 (Unattached), Mikel Thomas (Rebirth), Durel Busby (Tobago Jaguars)
400m Hurdles-Jehue Gordon (Memphis Pioneers), Emanuel Mayers (Rebirth)
Shot Put-Robert Collingwood (QRC)
Discus-Quincy Wilson (Rebirth)
Javelin-Keshorn Walcott (Rebirth)
High Jump-Kashief Daniel (Zenith)
Long Jump-Kyron Blaise (Rebirth)
4x100m-Thompson, Bledman, Brown, Sorillo, Marc Burns (Rebirth), Emmanuel Callender (Memphis Pioneers)
4x400m-L Gordon, Quow, Solomon, Richards, Deon Lendore (Abilene Wildcats), Zwede Hewitt (Rebirth)
OFFICIALS
Manager-George Commissiong
Coaches-Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklyn, Ishmael Lopez-Mastrapa, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton, Paul Voision
MEDICAL
Dr. Verne Alleyne, Dr. Anyl Gopeesingh, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder
Tobago athletes in other sports
NETBALL- Kemba Duncan
RUGBY SEVENS-Keishon Walker
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Walcott, Gordon in T&T's CG 44-member team (http://www.trackalerts.com/Articles/walcott-gordon-in-t-ts-cg-44-member-team/12538/)
June 28th 8:03am
By Clayton Clarke, TrackAlerts.com writer
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad - Olympic men’s javelin champion Keshorn Walcott and World men’s 400m hurdles gold medalist Jehue Gordon have been named in T&T’s 44 member athletic contingent for the 20th Commonwealth Games set for Glasgow, Scotland from July 23 to August 23.
Walcott shocked the world with his historic win at the 2012 London Olympic Games when he won the men’s javelin title. As a19 year old Walcott won T&T’s second Olympic gold medal and will be looking to add the Commonwealth title to his collection.
The 2012 World Junior champion will be aiming to rebound from his injury plague 2013 season where he failed to advanced to the finals at the Moscow World Outdoor Championships. Gordon (J) will be aiming to add Commonwealth success after he took the world title at the 2013 Moscow World Outdoor Track and Field Championships.
World leading sprinters Richard Thompson and Michelle Lee Ahye have also been named in a release by the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee on Friday June 27.
The sprint duo sped the fastest 100m times in the world for 2014 on Saturday (June 21) at the National Championships/Commonwealth Games Trials at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, Mucurapo. Thompson won his fifth national 100m crown in a new national record time of 9.82, lowering the previous mark of 9.85 which he set in winning his third crown in 2011. Ahye ran away with her first national women's 100m crown with a clocking of 10.88 after stopping the clock at a world leading 10.85 in the semifinals.
The 44 member track and field members are part of the 128 contingent which will represent T&T in Scotland.
WOMEN-18
100m-Michelle-Lee Ahye(Rebirth), Kai Selvon (Airbon Sonics), Kamaria Durant (Simplex)
200m-Lee Ahye, Reyare Thomas (Neon Trackers)
400m-Shawna Fermin (Memphis Pioneers), Romona Modeste (Neon Trackers), Domonique Williams (Neon Trackers)
800m-Aleena Brooks (Memphis Pioneers)
1500m-Pilar Mc Shine (Success and Excellence)
100m Hurdles-Josanne Lucas (Tobago Falcons), Deborah John (Airbon Sonics)
400m Hurdles-Janeil Bellille (Neon Trackers)
Shot put-Cleopatra Borel (Rebirth), Annie Alexander (Burnley)
Discus-Annie Alexander
High Jump-Deandra Daniel (Dovers)
Triple Jump-Ayana Alexander (Unattached)
4x100m-Lee Ahye, Selvon, Durant, Thomas, John, Lisa Wickham (Concorde)
4x400m-Fermin, Modeste, Williams, Brooks, Bellille, Lucas
MEN-24
100m-Richard Thompson (Rebirth), Keston Bledman (Simplex), Darrel Brown (Rebirth)
200m-Rondel Sorillo (La Brea), Kyle Greaux (Abilene Wildcats), Jereem Richards (Abilene Wildcats)
400m-Renny Quow (Zenith), Lalonde Gordon (Nike), Jarrin Solomon (Memphis Pioneers)
800m-Jamaal James (Rebirth), Kendis Bullard (TT Defence Force)
110m Hurdles-Wayne Davis 11 (Unattached), Mikel Thomas (Rebirth), Durel Busby (Tobago Jaguars)
400m Hurdles-Jehue Gordon (Memphis Pioneers), Emanuel Mayers (Rebirth)
Shot Put-Robert Collingwood (QRC)
Discus-Quincy Wilson (Rebirth)
Javelin-Keshorn Walcott (Rebirth)
High Jump-Kashief Daniel (Zenith)
Long Jump-Kyron Blaise (Rebirth)
4x100m-Thompson, Bledman, Brown, Sorillo, Marc Burns (Rebirth), Emmanuel Callender (Memphis Pioneers)
4x400m-L Gordon, Quow, Solomon, Richards, Deon Lendore (Abilene Wildcats), Zwede Hewitt (Rebirth)
OFFICIALS
Manager-George Commissiong
Coaches-Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklyn, Ishmael Lopez-Mastrapa, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton, Paul Voision
MEDICAL
Dr. Verne Alleyne, Dr. Anyl Gopeesingh, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder
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Thompson focuses on Commonwealth gold (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,197015.html)
Tuesday, July 1 2014 (T&T Newsday)
A GOLD medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next month will mean more to Trinidadian sprinter Richard Thompson than clocking fast times.
The 29-year-old posted a world-leading 9.82 seconds in the National Championships here last week, to become the fastest man in the world this year. However, Thompson said while running fast times was important, his focus was on winning the big prize in the 100 metres at the Commonwealth Games.
“As an athlete, the goal is to be the best in the world. Obviously, being at the top of the (world) rankings holds high significance to me, however, I think more than a world ranking or more than a time, it means something more in terms of actually lining up against significant competition at the Commonwealth Games and beating the field there,” Thompson said.
“The fact that I am able to run that fast and the fact that I’m at the top of the list obviously means it puts me in good stead to be able to achieve that goal that I have of being a Commonwealth gold medallist.” Thompson has not won a major Olympic individual medal since copping silver behind champion Usain Bolt at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. However, he has displayed superb form this season, raising hopes of a medal at the July 23 to August 3 Games.
Earlier this month, he clocked 9.95 seconds at the IAAF World Challenge Meeting in Hengelo and then followed up with victory in the Diamond League, speeding to 10.02 seconds at the Bislett Games in Norway. Late last month, Thompson clocked 9.74 seconds to win at the National Training Centre/Pure Athletics Last Chance Meet in Florida but the time could not be ratified because of an illegal wind limit.
Thomson said he was aware that it would take a special effort to win gold at the Commonwealth Games and was trying to keep himself in the best possible shape.
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Bolt, Fraser-Pryce, VCB head Jamaica's team to Glasgow 2014 (http://www.trackalerts.com/Articles/bolt-fraser-pryce-vcb-head-jamaicas-team-to-glasgow-2014/12556/)
July 3rd 3:41pm (TrackAlerts.com)
Usain Bolt, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Veronica Campbell-Brown head Jamaica's track & field team to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow from July 23 to August 3.
Below is their squad:
Women: Veronica Campbell-Brown, Kerron Stewart, Schillonie Calvert, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Natasha Morrison, Elaine Thompson, Anneisha McLaughlin, Samantha Henry-Robinson, Novlene Williams-Mills, Christine Day, Stephenie McPherson, Anastasia Le-Roy, Shericka Williams, Shericka Jackson, Natoya Goule, Simoya Campbell, Kimara McDonald, Monique Morgan, Indira Spence, Danielle Williams, Kaliese Spencer, Janieve Russell, Nikita Tracey, Kimberly Williamson, Saniel Atkinson-Grier, Jovanne Jarrett, Chanice Porter, Kimberly Williams, Shanieka Thomas, Danniel Thomas, Kellion Knibb, Vanessa Levy, Natalie Grant, and Salcia Slack.
Men: Nickel Ashmeade, Jason Livermore, Kemar Bailey-Cole, Julian Forte, Kimmari Roach, Usain Bolt, Rasheed Dwyer, Warren Weir, Akheem Gauntlett, Rusheen McDonald, Hugh Graham, Edino Steele, Chumaine Fitten, Omar Johnson, Jo-Wayne Hibbert, Ricardo Cunningham, Hansle Parchment, Richard Phillips, Richard Phillips, Roxroy Cato, Leford Green, Annsert Whyte, Darrell, Garwood, Demar Forbes, Nicholas Forbes, Nicholas Gordon, Damon Mclean, Daniel Lewis, Wayne Northover, O'Dayne Richards, Raymond Brown, Jason Morgan, Chad Wright and Orrin Powell.
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Blake apologizes to skip Commonwealth Games (http://www.trackalerts.com/Articles/blake-apologizes-to-skip-commonwealth-games/12584/)
July 10th 12:38pm (TrackAlerts.com)
Yohan Blake, the second fastest man in history, said he is "disappointed to be missing out on Glasgow 2014" Blake, who won the 2011 World Championships 100m title, said "It was a tough decision to make."
The London 2012 Olympic Games 100m and 200m silver medallist said both his manager and coach believe he should "get back to the level I was at before because there is the World Championships and Olympics coming up in the next couple of years."
In the sportinglife story, Blake said: "Of course I'm disappointed to be missing out on Glasgow 2014 but it's in my best interests.
"I'm trying to be positive and there will be many more Commonwealth Games to look forward to.
"I'm sorry I'm not going to be here, the Scottish people have really been looking out for me. But they understand the level of competitive person I am.
The 'Beast' is in the city for this weekend's Diamond League meeting at Hampden - the Games' temporarily-transformed athletics venue - and will compete in the men's 100m on Friday night.
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James leads Grenada into Glasgow (http://www.trackalerts.com/Articles/james-leads-grenada-into-glasgow/12580/)
July 10th 5:06am (TrackAlerts.com)
ST. GEORGES, Grenada - Olympic 400m champion Kirani James heads the 16 member Grenadian team for the Commonwealth Games, set for Glasgow, Scotland July 23 to August 3.
In Glasgow, James 21, will look to add to his impressive collection of titles that include Olympic Games, World Championships, World Junior and World Youth titles. He should also target the 44.52 record set by Iwan Thomas in 1998.
Other athletes on the squad include Rondell Bartholomew in the 400m, Joel Redhead in the sprints and Kurt Felix in the decathlon. Bralon Taplin, Payton Hazzard, Paul Williams, Michael Wilson and Lindon Victor are the other male athletes Grenadians will be hoping breakthrough at this Games.
Kanika Beckles is the lone female track athlete and she will compete in the 200 and 400 metres.
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Alexander heads SVG team to Glasgow (http://www.trackalerts.com/Articles/alexander-heads-svg-team-to-glasgow/12581/)
July 10th 5:06am (TrackAlerts.com)
KINGSTOWN, St Vincent – Kineke Alexander will lead a 27-member St Vincent and the Grenadines team to XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland from July 23 to August 3.
Alexander, the 2013 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) 200 metres gold medallist, will be aiming to secure a sprint medal for her country.
Courtney Williams, Courtney Bascombe, Brandon Valentine-Parris, Josh Hamilton, Reuberth Boyde, Delohnni Nico-Samuel and Kimorie Shearman are the other track and field athlete in the 27-member party.
At the last Commonwealth Games in Delhi, Natasha Mayers won gold in the 100m for St Vincent and the Grenadines.
St Vincent & The Grenadines joined the Commonwealth in 1979. It made its first appearance at the Cardiff 1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games, and then competed at every Games from 1966to 1978. The country next took part in 1994 and has participated ever since.
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TTOC, TTCGA cover medical expenses (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,197484.html)
Friday, July 11 2014 (T&T Newsday)
THE TRINIDAD and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) and Trinidad and Tobago Commonwealth Games Association (TTCGA) announced on July 4 that they will be providing coverage of medical expenses for Trinidad and Tobago athletes participating in the Commonwealth Games.
The coverage is for the duration of the Glasgow 2014 Games and the TTCGA Pre Games Training Camp. The announcement was made at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games send-off function hosted by the TTOC/TTCGA and its corporate partners BPTT, Guardian Group, Scotiabank, Lisa Communications and Adidas at the President’s Box, Queen’s Park Oval, St Clair.
The send-off was well attended by athletes who will begin heading to Scotland for a pre-Games training camp.
Glasgow 2014 Chef de Mission, Dr Ian Hypolite, was presented with the relevant documents by Rodelle Phillips of the Guardian Group.
The TTOC/TTCGA has been working with longstanding corporate partner, Guardian Group, together with Dalian Medical Concierge Services Ltd to develop a comprehensive group medical insurance plan for TTOC/TTCGA.
The comprehensive group medical insurance plan is still under development with on going discussions.
“It’s early days, but an important first step, as we seek to provide comprehensive medical insurance converage for sportsmen and sportswomen under the auspices of the TTOC/TTCGA.
It has been priority and driving force over the last 12 months as the TTOC strives to continuously improve on our commitment to our athletes and their welfare from a service perspective.
“We (TTOC) must improve the overall experience and environment to inspire and motivate our athletes to deliver medal winning performances. Medical insurance coverage is one piece of a complex puzzle. Recruiting and retaining the best available sport medicine professionals as part of the TTOC volunteer medical staff is another.”
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http://www.glasgowsouthandeastwoodextra.co.uk/news/scottish-headlines/norovirus-outbreak-at-games-village-1-3478352
Norovirus outbreak at Games village
Updated on the 17 July
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An outbreak of sickness and diarrhoea at the Commonwealth Games athletes' village is thought to be the norovirus bug.
Twelve members of staff at the site in the east end of Glasgow have been sent home until they have been clear of symptoms for 48 hours.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGCC) said those affected " have been reported as experiencing mild gastrointestinal symptoms, thought to be due to norovirus".
The cases emerged yesterday and infection control measures were put in place immediately, the health board said.
Norovirus is the most common stomach bug in the UK, affecting between 600,000 and one million people of all ages every year.
The 700-house Dalmarnock village was officially opened on Sunday and will host 4,500 competitors and another 2,300 support staff during the Games.
Some officials have already moved into the site, with Team Scotland set to become the first team to take up residence later today. No athletes have been affected by the bug, organisers said.
Dr Gillian Penrice, consultant in public health medicine for NHSGCC, said: "Norovirus is the most common stomach bug in the UK and it is common to see the virus in the community. It's usually mild and generally lasts for 24 hours.
"The symptoms being experienced by these individuals are mild and none of the 12 are giving any cause for concern as a result of the virus.
"We are continuing to monitor the situation closely."
The village has its own pub, post office, beauty salon, mini-hospital and shops. The dining hall has a menu offering 2,000 different items and will serve an expected 390,000 meals during the competition.
An advisory has been sent to residents asking them to remain in their rooms if they develop symptoms of the bug.
Speaking at Glasgow Airport today, where a renovated international arrivals area was opened to welcome athletes for the Games, Glasgow 2014 chief executive David Grevemberg said staff are monitoring the situation in the village.
"It's a very isolated group of people, a couple of people in our workforce, and business is operating according to normal," he said.
"In any health and safety situation we always take it very, very seriously but it's an isolated incident, the residents at the village have not been affected and have been well briefed, but we'll continue to monitor the situation.
"We work very closely with all the medical authorities, we have a great team there that's aware of the situation and gathering and disseminating information.
"As with any global village of this sort we are reminding people to be diligent in terms of their hygiene and cleanliness."
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Glasgow honours T&T contingent (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-07-17/glasgow-honours-tt-contingent)
Published: Thursday, July 17, 2014 (T&T Guardian)
Scotland formally welcomed the T&T contingent to the Commonwealth Games Village in a bright and energetic ceremony yesterday morning.
T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC) secretary general Annette Knott, assistant secretary general Diane Henderson and chef de mission Ian Hypolite led the colourful group of T&T athletes from their residence halls to the ceremonial venue in the international zone. The procession drew admiring looks from the gathered groups of workers, security officials and other athletes.
An energetic music and dance programme followed, presented by the National Youth Theater of Scotland. The open-air theatrical performance dramatised the aspirations of athletes on their journey to the Commonwealth Games.
The Glasgow committee has abandoned the practice of Mayors of the Games Village in favour of a policy of rotating chieftains, more in line with Scottish cultural tradition. Current Chieftain Rona Simpson, Scotland's most-capped female hockey player, urged the athletes to enjoy the total Games experience.
Hypolite than exchanged gifts with Simpson and Pat Reid, Provost of the City of Falkirk. Falkirk has adopted T&T as its special “Country” for the Games.
Some 110 T&T athletes are already at the Games Village. More are expected tonight.
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Inside the XX Commonwealth Games
Phillip, Alexander prime to take on the world (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-07-17/phillip-alexander-prime-take-world)
Published: Thursday, July 17, 2014
By Sean Nero (T&T Guardian)
National cyclists Njisane Phillip and Quincy Alexander are expressing confidence that they can do this country proud at the XX Commonwealth Games which begins on Wednesday in Glasgow, Scotland. Both athletes declared they have the fire power to match up against the best in the Commonwealth and ultimately clinch victories for T&T.
Phillip would compete in the keirin while Alexander will challenge for top honours in the kilometre time trial. The duo would be seeking to emulate the golden performances of local hero Roger Gibbon, who captured gold medals in the kilometre time trial and match sprint events in 1966.
Phillip assures the national community that the issues related to his health scare back in January were firmly behind him.
He said, “This is like the first major race of the season for me. Summer time races didn’t go as planned because of my preparations for the Commonwealth Games, but now things are starting to shape up. I have a positive mindset because the Games are big, other than the Olympics and we are definitely trying to bring back home some hardware. It’s been a long time since cycling has been able to get a medal in Commonwealth Games. So we are definitely trying to get on top that podium.”
Alexander believed once he and Phillip have the right chemistry as national teammates, with a common mission, they could provide physical and psychological support to each other for them to achieve the results that the T&T public would expect. Alexander made it clear however, that medalling at the Games would by no means be an easy feat.
“We would be coming up against guys from Australia, New Zealand, England, Wales and Scotland. The Games are important and are of a high calibre. Both Njisane and I have prepared properly. Although we have different camps we both have really good coaches”, said Alexander.
Phillip revealed that because of poor facilities in Pennsylvania, USA, he had to break camp and move back to California, USA during his preparations for the Games.
“It’s been a little stressful mentally. It’s something I had to adjust to and get ready. Right now I’m definitely in a better state of mind. I’m just feeling excited to race, however, it turns out. But I’m definitely going to do my best–put my strong foot forward and do my best for T&T,” he said.
Asked about his process of recovery and physical readiness citing his health scare back in January, Phillip explained that the healing had gone so well that his body feels as sharp as it did last November, when he competed in Manchester, England at the UCI World Cup and won T&T’s first medal ever, a silver.
Commenting on his cycling-mate Alexander, Phillip said he was at the elite level and knew how to execute and they look forward to connecting with one another on Saturday at the Commonwealth Games Village.
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Lewis defends officials travelling with team (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-07-18/lewis-defends-officials-travelling-team)
Published: Friday, July 18, 2014
Sean Nero (T&T Guardian)
Brian Lewis, president of the T&T Commonwealth Games Association (T&TCGA) is defending concerns raised from several quarters in the national community regarding the number of officials that are accompanying athletes to the Commonwealth Games which starts on Wednesday in Glasgow, Scotland.
The T&TCGA has appointed 47 officials to assist more than 100 athletes.
The team officials comprises exercise physiologists, sports nutritionists, doctors, athletic trainers, chiropractors, team managers, coaches, as well as Dr Ian Hypolite, the contingent’s chef de mission, Annette Knott, secretary of the TTCGA, who is the assistant chef-de-mission and Lewis.
“T&T claims to be a sport loving public and they watch a lot of international events, but still hold the view that sports psychologist, sports nutritionist, athletic trainers, chiropractors, exercise physiologist and all of these conditioning experts are unnecessary. If people feel that it is unnecessary, then we are in the wrong business and we are not talking about high performance sport. Then we are doing our athletes a disservice. The TTOC/CGA has no intention of doing our athletes a disservice,” said Lewis.
“All over the world, success drive success. I am convinced that for the TTOC/CGA, National Sporting Organisations (NSO), the athletes and coaches that attend major events such as the Commonwealth Games, go to perform and not just to participate. T&T athletes have passed the stage of just being happy to barely qualify. We’ve gone past that stage. That is no longer an acceptable position. We are going to these Games to perform. It’s not about going for a joy ride or a vacation. It’s about performance. I expect quality performances.”
Lewis said Dr Hypolite had the experience having attended several high level games in the past and he understands what is required to bring home gold by creating the right environment from the administrative side of things.
“In the past, people complained about all the officials going and there are still people that have that view. If they pay attention to what is happening in the modern environment, you will see that support staff is crucial. And in many ways, T&T still have a long way to go. Simple things like video analysis I think should be part of the team. There are lots of things we need to do, but it’s a building process. We are also reviewing how we construct medical services for athletes. For me the focus has to be on the podium and how do we ensure that our athletes have what they need to perform at their best on the day, to deliver their full potential,” Lewis explained.
He added: “We are focused as a CGA and our partnership with the Michael Johnson Performance Centre in the USA and BPTT to compliment the training programmes that the various coaches have for the various athletes. It’s all about working as a team. The Commonwealth Games still remains very much an important event for T&T. Within recent time the Commonwealth Games were held in November or around that period or like in 2006, in March-April. So it has been quite a while since we have been able, on paper, to go into the Games with what should be a very strong track and field contingent. That is really a big boast for us. We have the opportunity this time around because the Games are in July. It will be a very interesting Games and I am very optimistic that we would see some huge performances.”
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Some optimistic predictions..
JG bronze 400mh
JB bronze 400mh
MLA gold 100m bronze 200m
RT silver 100m * DB in final
KW gold Jav
RQ silver 400m * three Trinis in final
WD bronze 110mh
CB silver Shot
Men 4x100 silver
Women 4x100 silver
Men 4x400 gold ;)
Women 4x400 bronze (Lucas and Bellile now in the mix).
= Our best Commonwealth games
Regards your gold prediction for our Men 4x400m relay team that is easier said than done.
Don't forget that Bahamas, Britain and Jamaica will all have serious 4x400m relay teams who are also going to be strong medal contenders. We will definitely have to smash our national record again to beat the Bahamas if they come to the CW Games with their Olympic gold winning relay team.
If Deon Lendore runs in the final as we are hoping then yes a gold medal is possible for us with our 4x4 relay team running in this order:- Lalonde Gordon >> Renny Quow >> Jarrin Solomon >> Deon Lendore.
We will require low 44 opening legs from both Gordon and Quow to establish ourselves in a winning position and we will need a sub-45 leg from Solomon to maintain our winning position on the 3rd leg and provided Gordon, Quow and Solomin can do the job outlined then Deon should be able to see us home safely for the gold medal. Anything less and the Bahamas will most likely win the gold and we will be figthing with Jamaica and Britain for silver and bronze.
Based on the team selected it looks like Cedenio will definitely not be running in the 4x400m relay as the CW Games as he will be recovering from duties at the World Junior Games and may still be exhausted.
Based on gawd on pitch optimistic predictions if things go well for our T&T Track & Field athletes at the CWG then we can be looking at a total of 13 medals just from track and field alone including 3 gold (MLA 100m, KW Javelin, Men 4x400 Relay), 5 silver (RT 100m, RQ 400m, CB Shot Put, Men 4x100 Relay, Women 4x100 Relay) and 5 bronze (JG 400mh, JB 400mh, MLA 200m, WD 110mh, Women 4x400 Relay).
The Trinidad and Tobago Commonwealth Games Association (TTCGA)/Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) can confirm the Trinidad and Tobago Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games track and field team is as follows:
WOMEN (18 Athletes):
Deandra Daniel-High Jump
Cleopatra Borel and Annie Alexander-Shot Put
Annie Alexander- Discus
Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon and Kamaria Durant-100M
Michelle Lee Ahye, Reyare Thomas-200m
Shawna Fermin, Romona Modeste and Domonique Williams- 400m
Alena Brooks-800m
Pilar McShine-1500m
4x100M- Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon, Kamaria Durant, Reyare Thomas, Lisa Wickham and Deborah John
4x400m- Shawna Fermin, Alena Brooks, Romona Modeste, Domonique Williams, Janeil Bellille and Josane Lucas
Tonya Nero- Marathon
Josanne Lucas and Deborah John- 100m Hurdles
Janeil Bellille-400m Hurdles
Ayanna Alexander-Triple Jump
MEN (25 Athletes):
Richard Thompson, Keston Bledman and Darrel Brown-100m
Kyle Gereaux, Jereem Richards and Rondell Sorrillo-200m
Lalonde Gordon, Renny Quow and Jarrin Solomon-400m
Wayne Davis, Mikel Thomas and Durel Busby-110 hurdles
Jehue Gordon and Emanuel Mayers- 400m Hurdles
Jamal James and Kendis Bullard- 800m
Kyron Blaise-Long Jump
Kashief Daniel- High Jump
Quincy Wilson- Discus
Robert Collingwood-Shot Put
Keshorn Walcott- Javelin
4X100M Relay-Keston Bledman, Richard Thompson, Darrel Brown, Marc Burns, Rondell Sorrillo and Emmanuel Callender
4x400m-Relay- Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Deon Lendore, Reny Quow, Jereem Richards and Zwede Hewitt
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CHICK MANSION SNUBS COMMONWEALTH SPOTLIGHT (http://plainsportsbadmanners.wordpress.com/2014/07/20/chick-mansion-snubs-commonwealth-spotlight/)
Sunday, July 20 2014
By Gary Acosta – Plain Sports, Bad Manners - @GAcostaPoetry
While local television stations battle over the broadcast rights for popular American TV sitcoms and even as Trinbagonians are captured by the newest local adaptation of Hugh Heffner’s “The Girls Next Door”, little can be said for the biggest T&T team in history to compete at a Commonwealth Games.
The “Commies” which kicks off on Tuesday has had little to no media coverage and has hardly attracted the attention of the common Trinbagonian citizen. The twentieth edition of these prestigious games will see T&T represented in the sports of Athletics, Aquatics, Boxing, Cycling, Hockey, Judo, Netball, Rugby 7s, Shooting and Table Tennis but how many of you are even aware of such a fact?
So while over 80 athletes vie for precious metal in a bid to further bring pride to the Red, White and Black, we have had to settle for seeing a group of half-dressed ladies speak about nothing intellectually challenging other than their days of being flight attendants on a Saturday night.
Our athletes, who have been training day in, day out will only be respected and followed by their true diehard fans, while the Trinidad & Tobago TV viewing community must now suffer through re-runs of a Jerry Springer re-make that parades as a crime stopping initiative.
To add further insult, our local news broadcasting teams sent representatives to cover the 2014 World Cup in Brasil, in which Trinidad & Tobago was not even a participant, but can’t even spare a camera man and journalist to travel to Glasgow, Scotland.
This blatant disrespect and disregard for our national athletes comes as no shock as we as Trinbagonians seldom support a budding star but rather wait until the moment of victory to be bolstered with pride. We are blind to the hurdles skipped and the injuries that they have recovered from and forget about them once performances do not grab the spotlight.
So until the same 2-hours which eroded a few brain cells last night can be transferred into a well-documented feature on our sporting heroes and their road to Glasgow, we will have to continue to accept the fact that we are a society that simply prefers to overlook the preparation and dedication once we get to wave our miniature flags upon their return at the Piarco International Airport.
Gary Acosta – Plain Sports, Bad Manners - @GAcostaPoetry
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Did I miss it, who has Brown not run at all since trials?
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2014 Commonwealth games Glasgow Live Stream:
http://justdwl.net/video/62/2014-commonwealth-games-glasgow-live-stream-/
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Opening ceremony of Commonwealth Games streaming live right now on C tv at this link: http://www.ctntworld.com/stream.html
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Link to CWG athletics schedule, startlists and results: http://results.glasgow2014.com/dailyschedule.html
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Here is a link to follow some of the events from the 2014 Commonwealth Games Live from Glasgow:
2014 Commonwealth games Glasgow Live Stream (http://justdwl.net/video/62/2014-commonwealth-games-glasgow-live-stream-/)
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
I am not really a comparing type of Trini. The constant feel to compare our medal count with other countries like Jamaica. I want the team to have a successful competition. I want them to all go out and give their best. Also T&T is not Jamaica rival in athletics. You will only hear a Trinidadian make that type of comment. A rival in sport is someone or a team who has a recent history of competing with you on the SAME level of success. US will be Jamaica rival in the sprints. Felix vs VCB, Jeter vs Shelly Ann have taken medals from each other when it matters.
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
I am not really a comparing type of Trini. The constant feel to compare our medal count with other countries like Jamaica. I want the team to have a successful competition. I want them to all go out and give their best. Also T&T is not Jamaica rival in athletics. You will only hear a Trinidadian make that type of comment. A rival in sport is someone or a team who has a recent history of competing with you on the SAME level of success. US will be Jamaica rival in the sprints. Felix vs VCB, Jeter vs Shelly Ann have taken medals from each other when it matters.
You seemed to be the one who is obsessed with comparing T&T with Jamaica. I asked for your T&T CWG medal predictions and not for your opinion on Jamaica and if T&T can match Jamaica.
Jamaica's medal count at the last CWG as well as T&T's was given just for information reference so we can check to see if both countries are progressing on their respective medal counts for this CWG as compared with our last CWG medal count in 2010.
You need to stop your obsession with comparing T&T with JA and stop projecting. Up to now you haven't given your T&T medal count prediction so you would have been better off not posting rather than revealing your JA obsession and trying to project it onto others.
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
I am not really a comparing type of Trini. The constant feel to compare our medal count with other countries like Jamaica. I want the team to have a successful competition. I want them to all go out and give their best. Also T&T is not Jamaica rival in athletics. You will only hear a Trinidadian make that type of comment. A rival in sport is someone or a team who has a recent history of competing with you on the SAME level of success. US will be Jamaica rival in the sprints. Felix vs VCB, Jeter vs Shelly Ann have taken medals from each other when it matters.
You seemed to be the one who is obsessed with comparing T&T with Jamaica. I asked for your T&T CWG medal predictions and not for your opinion on Jamaica and if T&T can match Jamaica.
Jamaica's medal count at the last CWG as well as T&T's was given just for information reference so we can check to see if both countries are progressing on their respective medal counts for this CWG as compared with our last CWG medal count in 2010.
You need to stop your obsession with comparing T&T with JA and stop projecting. Up to now you haven't given your T&T medal count prediction so you would have been better off not posting rather than revealing your JA obsession and trying to project it onto others.
I don't have any obsession since I never made such comparisons instead I answered your post of why you felt the need to compare. You also stated TnT as Jamaica rival in Track which does not make sense. Let me ask you a simple question. Why did you choose Jamaica instead of Bahamas for information reference? This is a better example of a team that are on the same level of overall track success compared to T&T in recent years. You can't even say you use Jamaica because they are most successful at commonwealth games because the English, Australian teams will come into discussion.
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
I am not really a comparing type of Trini. The constant feel to compare our medal count with other countries like Jamaica. I want the team to have a successful competition. I want them to all go out and give their best. Also T&T is not Jamaica rival in athletics. You will only hear a Trinidadian make that type of comment. A rival in sport is someone or a team who has a recent history of competing with you on the SAME level of success. US will be Jamaica rival in the sprints. Felix vs VCB, Jeter vs Shelly Ann have taken medals from each other when it matters.
You seemed to be the one who is obsessed with comparing T&T with Jamaica. I asked for your T&T CWG medal predictions and not for your opinion on Jamaica and if T&T can match Jamaica.
Jamaica's medal count at the last CWG as well as T&T's was given just for information reference so we can check to see if both countries are progressing on their respective medal counts for this CWG as compared with our last CWG medal count in 2010.
You need to stop your obsession with comparing T&T with JA and stop projecting. Up to now you haven't given your T&T medal count prediction so you would have been better off not posting rather than revealing your JA obsession and trying to project it onto others.
I don't have any obsession since I never made such comparisons instead I answered your post of why you felt the need to compare. You also stated TnT as Jamaica rival in Track which does not make sense. Let me ask you a simple question. Why did you choose Jamaica instead of Bahamas for information reference? This is a better example of a team that are on the same level of overall track success compared to T&T in recent years. You can't even say you use Jamaica because they are most successful at commonwealth games because the English, Australian teams will come into discussion.
Firstly you clearly are obsessed with Jamaica hence why everything from your mouth is about Jamaica rather than giving us your T&T medal count prediction.
Let me school you a bit about Track & Field. Everyone that you have to compete with on a regular basis is to be viewed as a rival if you plan on beating them because professional sports is about competing well and winning and not just about taking part and being beat everyday coming and going.
I already explained to you why I gave both T&T's and JA's 2010 CWG medal count which is as a reference so we can see if we are expecting an improvement regards our medal count this time round.
Also if you did not know, JA is the measuring bar of excellence for Caribbean countries in athletics and we need to look at how they are performing and do our best to compete with them if we are to improve and to be recognized like they are on the World athletics stage.
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
I am not really a comparing type of Trini. The constant feel to compare our medal count with other countries like Jamaica. I want the team to have a successful competition. I want them to all go out and give their best. Also T&T is not Jamaica rival in athletics. You will only hear a Trinidadian make that type of comment. A rival in sport is someone or a team who has a recent history of competing with you on the SAME level of success. US will be Jamaica rival in the sprints. Felix vs VCB, Jeter vs Shelly Ann have taken medals from each other when it matters.
You seemed to be the one who is obsessed with comparing T&T with Jamaica. I asked for your T&T CWG medal predictions and not for your opinion on Jamaica and if T&T can match Jamaica.
Jamaica's medal count at the last CWG as well as T&T's was given just for information reference so we can check to see if both countries are progressing on their respective medal counts for this CWG as compared with our last CWG medal count in 2010.
You need to stop your obsession with comparing T&T with JA and stop projecting. Up to now you haven't given your T&T medal count prediction so you would have been better off not posting rather than revealing your JA obsession and trying to project it onto others.
I don't have any obsession since I never made such comparisons instead I answered your post of why you felt the need to compare. You also stated TnT as Jamaica rival in Track which does not make sense. Let me ask you a simple question. Why did you choose Jamaica instead of Bahamas for information reference? This is a better example of a team that are on the same level of overall track success compared to T&T in recent years. You can't even say you use Jamaica because they are most successful at commonwealth games because the English, Australian teams will come into discussion.
Firstly you clearly are obsessed with Jamaica hence why everything from your mouth is about Jamaica rather than giving us your T&T medal count prediction.
Let me school you a bit about Track & Field. Everyone that you have to compete with on a regular basis is to be viewed as a rival if you plan on beating them because professional sports is about competing well and winning and not just about taking part and being beat everyday coming and going.
I already explained to you why I gave both T&T's and JA's 2010 CWG medal count which is as a reference so we can see if we are expecting an improvement regards our medal count this time round.
Also if you did not know JA is the measuring bar of excellence that Caribbean countries in athletics and there we need to look at how they are performing and do our best to compete with them if we are to improve and to be recognized like they are on the World athletics stage.
Lol ok boss no need for me to carry on I see you have a complete different understanding on rivalry between teams. Also you are quick to point out that T&T need to excel to Jamaica success because they are in the Caribbean lol. T&T should excel to their highest potential and that is what is most important. Cuba is not trying to excel to Jamaica standards in athletics. Their hurdlers and long jumpers don't care about what Jamaicans and other Caribbean athletes are doing. Instead they are focused on themselves and not other teams. Anyway good job posting updates :beermug:
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T&T's 2014 Commonwealth Games Medal Tally and Medal Colour Predictions
At the last Commonwealth Games which was held in 2010 in Delhi (India), T&T won a total of 6 medals, comprising of 4 silver and 2 bronze medals; 2 of the silver medals and 2 of the bronze medals were won by our men while 2 of the silver medals were won by our women.
In 2010 our Caribbean rivals Jamaica won a total of 7 medals in Delhi that included 2 gold medals, 4 silver medals and 1 bronze medal.
Hopefully T&T can better our 2010 CW Games tally of 6 medals this time round and a few of the medals if not most of them will be gold. :thumbsup:
Now how many medals would you guys project that our T&F team and other teams taking part in the Commonwealth Games can realistically bring back home?
Please give us your input/predictions identifying which athletes or teams you think should medal as T&T aims to make the 2014 Commonwealth Games our best one ever performance and medal tally wise.
I am not really a comparing type of Trini. The constant feel to compare our medal count with other countries like Jamaica. I want the team to have a successful competition. I want them to all go out and give their best. Also T&T is not Jamaica rival in athletics. You will only hear a Trinidadian make that type of comment. A rival in sport is someone or a team who has a recent history of competing with you on the SAME level of success. US will be Jamaica rival in the sprints. Felix vs VCB, Jeter vs Shelly Ann have taken medals from each other when it matters.
You seemed to be the one who is obsessed with comparing T&T with Jamaica. I asked for your T&T CWG medal predictions and not for your opinion on Jamaica and if T&T can match Jamaica.
Jamaica's medal count at the last CWG as well as T&T's was given just for information reference so we can check to see if both countries are progressing on their respective medal counts for this CWG as compared with our last CWG medal count in 2010.
You need to stop your obsession with comparing T&T with JA and stop projecting. Up to now you haven't given your T&T medal count prediction so you would have been better off not posting rather than revealing your JA obsession and trying to project it onto others.
I don't have any obsession since I never made such comparisons instead I answered your post of why you felt the need to compare. You also stated TnT as Jamaica rival in Track which does not make sense. Let me ask you a simple question. Why did you choose Jamaica instead of Bahamas for information reference? This is a better example of a team that are on the same level of overall track success compared to T&T in recent years. You can't even say you use Jamaica because they are most successful at commonwealth games because the English, Australian teams will come into discussion.
Firstly you clearly are obsessed with Jamaica hence why everything from your mouth is about Jamaica rather than giving us your T&T medal count prediction.
Let me school you a bit about Track & Field. Everyone that you have to compete with on a regular basis is to be viewed as a rival if you plan on beating them because professional sports is about competing well and winning and not just about taking part and being beat everyday coming and going.
I already explained to you why I gave both T&T's and JA's 2010 CWG medal count which is as a reference so we can see if we are expecting an improvement regards our medal count this time round.
Also if you did not know JA is the measuring bar of excellence that Caribbean countries in athletics and there we need to look at how they are performing and do our best to compete with them if we are to improve and to be recognized like they are on the World athletics stage.
Lol ok boss no need for me to carry on I see you have a complete different understanding on rivalry between teams. Good job posting updates
:thumbsup:
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The first round of the men's 100m begin in about half an hour.
Live Video : https://youtube.com/watch?v=aLiAIDh06HE
Or
http://castalba.tv/channel/15584
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
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Darrel Brown did not start. :(
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Darrel Brown did not start. :(
Was just about to comment on that. Makes you wonder why he has been MIA since trini trials
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Yes. I wonder what is going on. Hope he is well enough for relay.
I heard some athletes are still feeling the effects of the thing that spread in the athletes village.
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Athletics Schedule Day 1: Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
http://results.glasgow2014.com/dailyschedule.html?day=all&sport=SW
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event;
Q => Qualify Automatically, q => qualify as fastest loser, x =. Did not qualify
Start Time (Local Time) Event and Start Lists Results
09:02 Men's Marathon
09:30 Women's Marathon
14:30 Women's Long Jump T37/38 Final
14:37 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 1 winner JAM K. BAILEY-COLE 10.16
14:44 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 2 winner JAM J. LIVERMORE 10.26
14:51 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 3 (featuring Richard Thompson TTO 3rd 10.34q)
14:58 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 4 winner CAY K. HYMAN 10.20
15:05 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 5 winner JAM N. ASHMEADE 10.40
15:12 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 6 (featuring Darrel Brown TTO DNS)
15:19 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 7 winner ANT D. BAILEY 10.30
15:26 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 8 winner RSA A. SIMBINE 10.32
15:33 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 9 (featuring Keston Bledman TTO winner 10.16Q)
15:40 Men's Shot Put Qual. Round - Group A
15:40 Men's Shot Put Qual. Round - Group B
15:55 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 1
16:02 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 2 (featuring Kai Selvon TTO 4th 11.66q)
16:09 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 3
16:16 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 4 (featuring Michelle-Lee Ahye TTO 2nd 11.52Q)
16:23 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 5 (featuring K Durant TTO 4th 11.80q)
16:30 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 6
16:35 Women's Hammer Throw Qual. Rnd - Group A
16:55 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 1
17:02 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 2 (featuring S. Fermin TTO 5th 54.10q)
17:09 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 3
17:16 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 4 (featuring D. Williams TTO 3rd 54.43Q)
17:23 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 5
17:30 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 6 (featuring R. Modeste TTO 6th 55.16x)
17:40 Men's 5000m Final winner KEN C. NDIKU 13:12.07
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Darrel Brown did not start. :(
Was just about to comment on that. Makes you wonder why he has been MIA since trini trials
Looks like his on going injury problems haven't gone away.
Won't be surprised if he is left off of the Relay team but at least it won't negatively affect the team's chances.
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Well done Bledos. That is how Top Brass is suppose to deal with the minnows.
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Kai Selvon is out? She came 4th.
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MLA's leg is wrapped up. Maybe more than a cramp or just a precaution?
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MLA's leg is wrapped up. Maybe more than a cramp or just a precaution?
If its more than a cramp I think she is not the type of athlete to make an excuse out of it. In my opinion a cramp is a good excuse! But I won't have a clear assessment until after watching her run in the semis
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Kai Selvon is out? She came 4th.
She qualified as one of the faster losers. I got to get used to these slow times being run at these games. I see an athlete qualified with a 11.80 run
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
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Athletics Schedule Day 1: Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
http://results.glasgow2014.com/dailyschedule.html?day=all&sport=AT
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event;
Q => Qualify Automatically, q => qualify as fastest loser, x => Did not qualify
Start Time (Local Time) Event and Start Lists Results
09:02 Men's Marathon Final winner US M. SHELLEY 2:11:15
09:30 Women's Marathon Final winner KEN F. DANIEL 2:26:45
14:30 Women's Long Jump T37/38 Final winner AUS J. ELKINGTON 4.39
14:37 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 1 winner JAM K. BAILEY-COLE 10.16
14:44 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 2 winner JAM J. LIVERMORE 10.26
14:51 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 3 (featuring Richard Thompson TTO 3rd 10.34q)
14:58 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 4 winner CAY K. HYMAN 10.20
15:05 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 5 winner JAM N. ASHMEADE 10.40
15:12 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 6 (featuring Darrel Brown TTO DNS)
15:19 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 7 winner ANT D. BAILEY 10.30
15:26 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 8 winner RSA A. SIMBINE 10.32
15:33 Men's 100m Round 1 - Heat 9 (featuring Keston Bledman TTO winner 10.16Q)
15:40 Men's Shot Put Qual. Round - Group A winner JAM R. BROWN 18.11
15:40 Men's Shot Put Qual. Round - Group B (featuring R. COLLINGWOOD TTO 7th Group B, 17.83x)
15:55 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 1 winn JAM V. CAMPBELL-BROWN0.178 11.29 Q
16:02 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 2 (featuring Kai Selvon TTO 4th 11.66q)
16:09 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 3 winner JAM S. CALVERT 0.162 11.29 Q
16:16 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 4 (featuring Michelle-Lee Ahye TTO 2nd 11.52Q)
16:23 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 5 (featuring K Durant TTO 4th 11.80q)
16:30 Women's 100m Round 1 - Heat 6 winner JAM K. STEWART 0.185 11.35 Q
16:35 Women's Hammer Throw Qual. Rnd - Group A winner CAN S. FRIZELL 68.92
16:55 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 1 winner NGRR. GEORGE 0.181 53.92 Q
17:02 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 2 (featuring S. Fermin TTO 5th 54.10q)
17:09 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 3 winner ZAMK. MUPOPO 0.195 53.18 Q
17:16 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 4 (featuring D. Williams TTO 3rd 54.43Q)
17:23 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 5 winner NGRF. ABUGAN 0.368 52.84 Q
17:30 Women's 400m Round 1 - Heat 6 (featuring R. Modeste TTO 6th 55.16x)
17:40 Men's 5000m Final winner KEN C. NDIKU 13:12.07
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
Richard has qualified for the semis tomorrow so no need for all the female like drama.
If he does not make it into the Final then the T&T newspapers will generally go to town on Richard just as they have done in the past.
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Kai Selvon is out? She came 4th.
Nope, she is thru to the Semis! See my post in Reply #65 above.
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
Richard has qualified for the semis tomorrow so no need for all the female like drama.
If he does not make it into the Final then the T&T newspapers will generally go to town on Richard as they have done in the past.
:D
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
Richard has qualified for the semis tomorrow so no need for all the female like drama.
If he does not make it into the Final then the T&T newspapers will generally go to town on Richard as they have done in the past.
:D
Since the T&T newspapers seem to dictate your thinking I thought I would point out that fact so you can continue to laugh at yourself with your T&T newspapers obsession if you wish.
Most of the T&T sports journalists don't follow T&F that closely but that does not stop them from understanding if/when Richard has performed disappointingly and roasting him for performing well at home but not reproducing the form at major champs just like they have done in the past.
But hopefully he will perform well and even medal which will mean they won't have to roast him for running fast at home but being unable to do the same at a major Champs just like they have already done in the past.
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
I wouldn't say it was disgraceful, but that is not expected from a championship athlete. In a track side interview, he said he misjudged where the fella from the Bahamas was as he was just trying to qualify. As the "stud" in that heat he should have taken control over the first 50-60m then shut it down so you don't have to worry about where anyone is, because they will be behind you. Anyway, II am just glad he made it through and believe he will come ready to run tomorrow.
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
I wouldn't say it was disgraceful, but that is not expected from a championship athlete. In a track side interview, he said he misjudged where the fella from the Bahamas was as he was just trying to qualify. As the "stud" in that heat he should have taken control over the first 50-60m then shut it down so you don't have to worry about where anyone is, because they will be behind you. Anyway, II am just glad he made it through and believe he will come ready to run tomorrow.
I am more worried about Michelle-lee and her wrapped up leg right now than about Richard.
Also MLA needs to improve her starts if she wants to remain a medal contender. Her starts are generally too slow which puts her right away at a disadvantage to the other top competitors with much better starts.
I am hoping that the milder than usual weather negatively affected most of the athletes today but they will generally be running nippier times tomorrow as the weather folks have forecast that it will be at least 4 degrees hotter tomorrow than it was today.
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
Richard has qualified for the semis tomorrow so no need for all the female like drama.
If he does not make it into the Final then the T&T newspapers will generally go to town on Richard as they have done in the past.
:D
Since the T&T newspapers seem to dictate your thinking I thought I would point out that fact so you can continue to laugh at yourself with your T&T newspapers obsession if you wish.
Most of the T&T sports journalists don't follow T&F that closely but that does not stop them from understanding if/when Richard has performed disappointingly and roasting him for performing well at home but not reproducing the form at major champs just like they have done in the past.
But hopefully he will perform well and even medal which will mean they won't have to roast him for running fast at home but being unable to do the same at a major Champs just like they have already done in the past.
Is that a fact? You ASSume that the T&T newspapers dictate my way of thinking. It's beginning to appear as if you like to hear yourself speak :D
The T&T sports media does not have a reputation of roasting our athletes when they under-perform. Most times they seek out the positive of whatever happened. It happens in football, cricket and T&F. The sports climate in T&T for YEARS has always been 'you did a good job you were almost there, you almost made it". Ian Morris in 92 Olympics at Barcelona , The Strike Squad in 1989 are good examples.
This is the cultural mindset that gives an Express journalist the comfort to write an article yesterday titled 'T&T after bronze' and accepted as the norm by both the public and athletes. Now You will continue to argue for the sake of arguing ;D
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What shit Richard just do! Now he have to sit and hope he make is through. Poor conduct for such an experienced athlete.
Don't worry expect the Express and Guardian sports journalists to sugarcoat or downplay his failure instead of calling it what it is.. a disgraceful performance. I hope he does a lot better in the semis
Richard has qualified for the semis tomorrow so no need for all the female like drama.
If he does not make it into the Final then the T&T newspapers will generally go to town on Richard as they have done in the past.
:D
Since the T&T newspapers seem to dictate your thinking I thought I would point out that fact so you can continue to laugh at yourself with your T&T newspapers obsession if you wish.
Most of the T&T sports journalists don't follow T&F that closely but that does not stop them from understanding if/when Richard has performed disappointingly and roasting him for performing well at home but not reproducing the form at major champs just like they have done in the past.
But hopefully he will perform well and even medal which will mean they won't have to roast him for running fast at home but being unable to do the same at a major Champs just like they have already done in the past.
Is that a fact? You ASSume that the T&T media dictate my way of thinking. It's beginning to appear like you like to hear yourself speak :D
The T&T sports media does not have a reputation of roasting our athletes when they underperform. Most times they seek out the positive of whatever happened.
Your arguments are lame my friend so don't expect me to buy them.
Maybe you should take your generalizations to someone else who don't regularly read the T&T sports news and don't know better so will swallow whatever you say without thinking it thru. :thumbsup:
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Nobody curious as to why Darrel didn't start?
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Nobody curious as to why Darrel didn't start?
usual story
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MLA withdraws from the games
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MLA withdraws from the games
From her Twitter! https://twitter.com/Leeahye/status/493469835318538240
Lee Ahye
@Leeahye
Sorry for disappointing u guys but unfortunately I will be pulling out of the Games..my hamstring is quite yet not ready #sorry
https://twitter.com/Leeahye/status/493474788799954945
Lee Ahye
@Leeahye
It hurts me a lot meaning it hurts not being able to go out there and run and win a medal and fly #TTO flag high
This will seriously affect our Relay Team's Medal chances as well.
I wonder if MLA will be healthy again before the end of the season?
However the priority is not running while not fully fit and making matters worse in the long term.
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That sucks, but she can take her time and get healthly properly. If she wants to comeback and run the DL does not start back until August 21st.
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:(
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Well done Bledos. That is how Top Brass is suppose to deal with the minnows.
dais what ah talking bout! taking care of business.
https://www.youtube.com/v/80clNx30rs4
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Well done Bledos. That is how Top Brass is suppose to deal with the minnows.
dais what ah talking bout! taking care of business.
https://www.youtube.com/v/80clNx30rs4
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What I class as taking care of business is making the Finals and medalling if you have the form and ability this season to do so.
Anything else is a meaningless pappyshow including winning your heat so lets not count any chickens yet where Bledman is concerned.
I hope Bledman can qualify comfortably for the Final tomorrow and then press for a medal but that remains to be seen.
Based on overall form this season I expect Richard to do better than Bledman in this competition despite his relatively slower run than Bledman today.
Here is video of Richard's race.
https://www.youtube.com/v/yJX3kWtipbw
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c'mon dude,,,,the man did very good,,remember he's still nursing a groin injury inno...GEEZE
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Socapro you do not know what I meant. Taking care of business as in doing what is expected. And that is what Bledman did, he took care of business in his heat. Again I think you like to hear yourself talk :D
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c'mon dude,,,,the man did very good,,remember he's still nursing a groin injury inno...GEEZE
:beermug:
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Nobody curious as to why Darrel didn't start?
usual story
Not sure why VB is wondering about that knowing DB's history of regular injuries.
It was a big risk selecting DB to run the individual 100m at these CWGs but he earned his place fairly and squarely and the hope probably was that DB was making a comeback this year and could even run his first sub-10 in many many years and possibly make the Final and surprize a few people outside of T&T.
Hope he will be okay but I won't risk running DB on the relay unless he is 110% and matching the others in training as we are already valid medal contenders in the Men's 4x100m Relay with or without DB on the squad.
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Socapro you do not know what I meant. Taking care of business as in doing what is expected. And that is what Bledman did, he took care of business in his heat. Again I think you like to hear yourself talk :D
Again it means nothing if Bledman does not progress to the Final and press for a medal.
The important thing here is progressing to the semis so you have a chance to qualify for the Final and show your pedigree when it matters most and both Bledman and Richard are into the semis, so far so good for both of them.
You would have had a point of contention to harp on about if Richard did not progress to the semis but as for what is important you are trying to make a mountain out of a mould-hill.
Its quite possible that the two false starts before his race and the chillier than usual weather affected Richard's focus and he will show more of his pedigree when it matters more tomorrow so that he can qualify comfortably for the Final.
Lets wait and see and we can knock him all we want if he messes up and does not make it into the Final.
PS:
Btw I am not talking, I am typing as it is dead quiet where I am other than the television with the news on in the background. So there goes your theory of liking to hear myself talk. Not everything that you imagine is real my friend.
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RT will have to bring up his A game for the semis
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RT will have to bring up his A game for the semis
Most of the sprinters who plan to progress will have to including Bledman and Richard.
The weather forecast is for warmer conditions tomorrow so the conditions should be right for much faster times overall.
I would expect a few sub-10 statements during their qualification for the Final by those who plan on being top contenders for a medal come the Final.
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BREAKING NEWS TONIGHT:
Trinidad and Tobago's Track Management Team at the Commonwealth Games have withdrawn both Darrel Brown and Michele Lee Ahye from any further participation in these Games due to injury .
This is a particularly serious blow for Michelle Lee Ahye who was favourite for the Women's 100 metres. Ahye finished second in her heat this morning , but limped off in pain grimacing and could not speak with the media. While Brown never faced the starter in the 100 metre heats.
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Sigh.....
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Jarrin Solomon just won his heat in commanding fashion, running 45.69.
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Quow breezes a 45.86 and also comfortably wins his heat.
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Kirani just showed why he's the world #1 this year. He jogged 45.52
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We eh win ah medal yet?
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/womens-100m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Women's 100m Heats - Official Results
Sunday 27th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Women's 100m Heat 1 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/2TQgbPpgjeA
Rank Name Country Time
1 Veronica Campbell-Brown Jam 11.29 Q
2 Gloria Asumnu Ngr 11.43 Q
3 Jade Bailey Bar 11.64 Q
4 Meritzer Williams Skn 11.75
5 Kaina Martinez Biz 12.12
6 Diane Borg Mlt 12.12
7 Milcent Ndoro Ken 12.18 PB
Women's 100m Heat 2 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/dQfzqn0Tci0
Rank Name Country Time
1 Melissa Breen Aus 11.54 Q
2 Amy Foster Nir 11.62 Q
3 Toea Wisil Png 11.64 Q
4 Kai Selvon Tto 11.66 q
5 Cache Armbrister Bah 11.83
6 Michaela Kargbo Sle 12.33
7 Younis Bese Fij 12.42
8 Patricia Taea Cok 12.68
Women's 100m Heat 3 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Sy6Q4zA3a_U
Rank Name Country Time
1 Schillonie Calvert Jam 11.29 Q
2 Sheniqua Ferguson Bah 11.60 Q
3 Crystal Carly-Kristen Emmanuel Can 11.64 Q
4 Flings Owusu-Agyapong Gha 11.68 q
5 Narayana Sharadha Ind 11.81 q
6 Joanilla Janvier Mri 12.43
7 Sabina Mukoswa Ken 12.53
8 Irene Bell Bonong Cmr 12.67
Women's 100m Heat 4 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/JPGwfChkdW0
Rank Name Country Time
1 Khamica Bingham Can 11.44 Q
2 Michelle-Lee Ahye Tto 11.52 Q
3 Sophie Papps Eng 11.53 Q
4 Marecia Pemberton Skn 11.77 q
5 Karene King Ivb 11.93
6 Justinah Sule Ngr 12.00
7 Joanne Loutoy Sey 12.16
Lovelite Detenamo Nru DQ
Women's 100m Heat 5 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/-rDgBVw5rng
Rank Name Country Time
1 Blessing Okagbare Ngr 11.20 Q
2 Asha Philip Eng 11.47 Q
3 Anna Ramona Papaioannou Cyp 11.67 Q
4 Rachel Johncock Wal 11.83
5 Hafsatu Kamara Sle 12.14
6 Eugenia Tan Sin 12.59
7 Adrine Monagi Png 12.83
8 Shirin Akter Ban 12.87
Heat 6
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kerron Stewart Jam 11.35 Q
2 Bianca Williams Eng 11.37 Q
3 Shai-Anne Davis Can 11.72 Q
4 Kamaria Durant Tto 11.8
5 Hannah Brier Wal 11.97
6 Yvonne Nalishuwa Zam 12.19
7 Habibah Najihahbi Binte Ahmad Sin 12.78
8 Helen Philemon Png 13.12
Q = Qualified for semi-finals
q = Qualified as fastest loser for semi-finals
PB = Personal best
DNS = Did not start
DQ = Disqualified
Next Women's 100m Semi-finals: TODAY (Monday 28th July) 19:10 - 19:15
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/mens-100m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Men's 100m Heats - Official Results
Sunday 27th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Men's 100m Heat 1 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/lEItW8S9dWw
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kemar Bailey-Cole Jam 10.16 Q
2 Ramon Gittens Brb 10.34 Q
3 Jared Neal Connaughton Can 10.47
4 Walter Moenga Ken 10.84
5 Josh Hamilton Svg 10.85
6 Masbah Ahmmed Ban 11.13 PB
7 Francis Manioru Sol 11.87
Idrissa Adam Cmr DNS
Men's 100m Heat 2 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/s8225cW6P_A
Rank Name Country Time
1 Jason Livermore Jam 10.26 Q
2 Jason Rogers Skn 10.39 Q
3 Timothy Abeyie Gha 10.5
4 Ratu Banuve Lalabalavu Tabakaucoro Fij 10.51
5 Calvin Kang Sin 10.77
6 Solomon Bockarie Sle 10.83
7 Ruwan Gunasinghe Png 11.03
8 Kimorie Shearman Svg 11.04
Men's 100m Heat 3 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Xs5pd0uhTbA
Rank Name Country Time
1 Mark Jelks Ngr 10.28 Q
2 Warren Fraser Bah 10.31 Q
3 Richard Thompson TTO 10.33 q
4 Muhammad Elfi Bin Mustapa Sin 10.94
5 Kieron Rogers Aia 11.11
6 Neddy Marie Sey 11.14
7 Alphonse Binam Nlend Cmr 11.34
Leon Reid NI DQ
Tahir Walsh Ant DQ
Men's 100m Heat 4 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/ZgrL1SadBD8
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kemar Hyman Cay 10.20 Q
2 Antoine Adams Skn 10.31 Q
3 Harry Aikines-Aryeetey Eng 10.33 q
4 Bruno Matsenjwa Swz 10.56
5 Jason Smyth NI 10.66
6 Kupun Wisil Png 10.86
7 Courtney Williams Svg 10.95
8 Joshua Jeremiah Nru 11.46
Men's 100m Heat 5 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/rfPfoUXFvSc
Rank Name Country Time
1 Nickel Ashmeade Jam 10.40 Q
2 Adam Harris Guy 10.45 Q
3 Adrian Griffith Bah 10.46
4 Ncincilili Titi SA 10.48 =PB
5 Solomon Afful Gha 10.66
6 Gary Yeo Sin 10.82
7 Tony Chirchir Ken 10.85
8 Alford Dyett Msr 11.13 PB
9 Shanoi Richardson Aia 11.56 SB
Men's 100m Heat 6 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/mnedD0SrpM0
Rank Name Country Time
1 Adam Gemili Eng 10.15 Q
2 Mozavous Edwards Ngr 10.40 Q
3 Jonathan Permal Mri 10.46 PB
4 Titus Mukhala Zam 10.53
5 Jeremy Bascom Guy 10.58
6 Siueni Filimone Tga 10.72 PB
7 Eddie Hereme Sam 10.92
Darrel Brown TTO DNS
Men's 100m Heat 7 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/zZMqkkvkEkg
Rank Name Country Time
1 Daniel Bailey Ant 10.30 Q
=2 Richard Kilty Eng 10.34 Q
=2 Simon Magakwe SA 10.34 Q
4 Corneil Lionel Lca 10.72
5 Gibrilla Bangura Sle 10.79
6 Ryan Lester Msr 10.99
7 Michael Wilson Grn 11.00
8 Mlandvo Shongwe Swz 11.06
9 Jerai Torres Gib 11.54 SB
Men's 100m Heat 8 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/eGz1QCuStMk
Rank Name Country Time
1 Akani Simbine SA 10.32 Q
2 Ogho-Oghene Egwero Ngr 10.38 Q
3 Aaron Brown Can 10.39 q
4 Harold E Houston Ber 10.72
5 Hassan Saaid Mdv 10.79
6 Chavaughn Walsh Ant 10.88
7 Adel Sesay Sle 11.02
8 Mark Anderson Biz 11.23
Men's 100m Heat 9 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/QZ_4qeOUaHQ
Rank Name Country Time
1 Keston Bledman TTO 10.16 Q
2 Shavez Hart Bah 10.32 Q
3 Dontae Richards-Kwok Can 10.36 SB q
4 Brijesh Lawrence Skn 10.43 q
5 Julius Morris Msr 10.55 SB
6 Paul Williams Grn 10.7
7 Wafula Barasa Stephen Ken 10.81
8 Leeroy Henriette Sey 11.12
9 Nooa Takooa Kir 11.56
Q = Qualified for semi-finals
q = Qualified as fastest loser for semi-finals
PB = Personal best
DNS = Did not start
DQ = Disqualified
Next Men's 100m Semi-finals: TODAY (Monday 28th July) 19:35 - 19:40
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/womens-400m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Women's 400m Heats - Official Results
Sunday 27th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Heat 1
Rank Name Country Time
1 C. Rasnayaka Mudiyanselage Sri 53.75 Q
2 Regina George Ngr 53.92 Q
3 Poovamma Machettira Ind 54.01 Q
4 Wendy Dorr Can 55.33
5 Betty Burua Png 55.48 SB
6 Samantha Edwards Ant 55.57
7 Rhodah Njobvu Zam 57.47
8 Emilly Nanziri Uga 59.02
Heat 2
Rank Name Country Time
1 Christine Day Jam 52.25 Q
2 Shaunae Miller Bah 52.34 Q
3 Kelly Massey Eng 52.34 Q
4 Anneliese Rubie Aus 52.86 q
5 Shawna Fermin TTO 54.10 SB q
6 Jacinter Shikanda Ken 54.81
7 Shirley Vunatup Png 1:00.10
Heat 3
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kineke Alexander Svg 52.98 Q
2 Kabange Mupopo Zam 53.18 Q
3 Maureen Jelagat Maiyo Ken 53.21 Q
4 Ashley Kelly Ivb 54.26
5 Vivian Mills Gha 55.19
6 Phumlile Ndzinisa Swz 56.38
7 Mariatu Suma Sle 57.15
8 Halimah Nakaayi Uga 57.51
Heat 4
Rank Name Country Time
1 Stephanie Mcpherson Jam 52.25 Q
2 Omolara Omotosho Ngr 53.02 Q
3 Domonique Williams TTO 54.43 Q
4 Kanika Beckles Grn 54.67
5 Shawkia Iddrisu Gha 55.74
6 Harriet Pryke IOM 56.15
7 Donna Koniel Png 58.40
Heat 5
Rank Name Country Time
1 Amantle Montsho Bot 51.88 Q
2 Folashade Abugan Ngr 52.84 Q
3 Shana Cox Eng 53.00 Q / SB
4 Audrey Jean-Baptiste Can 54.15 q
5 Lanece Clarke Bah 55.24
Rebecca Ansumana Sle DQ
Afia Charles Ant DQ
Heat 6
Rank Name Country Time
1 Novlene Williams-Mills Jam 52.39 Q
2 Margaret Adeoye Eng 53.98 Q
3 Morgan Mitchell Aus 54.28 Q
4 Leni Shida Uga 54.77 q
5 Catherine Eke Sle 54.80
6 Romona Modeste TTO 55.16
7 Aurelie Alcindor Mri 57.39
Q = Qualified for semi-finals
q = Qualified as fastest loser for semi-finals
PB = Personal best
DNS = Did not start
DQ = Disqualified
Next Women's 400m Semi-finals: TODAY (Monday 28th July) 20:15 - 20:20
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/mens-400m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Men's 400m Heats - Official Results
Monday 28th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Qualified from Round 1
Men's 400m Heat 1 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/qb7pCcUhF7o
Men's 400m Heat 2 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/F78O6JfNhGM
Men's 400m Heat 3 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/v05leshTyL0
Men's 400m Heat 4 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/YSfR5A136aw
Men's 400m Heat 5 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/dCqvij_DfYM
Men's 400m Heat 6 Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/6upES6il6bk
Name Country Qualifying Time
Isaac Makwala Botswana 45.33 Q
Kirani James Grenada 45.52 Q
Martyn Rooney England 45.57 Q
Jarrin Solomon Trinidad & Tobago 45.69 Q
Michael Bingham England 45.80 Q
Lalonde Gordon Trinidad & Tobago 45.84 Q
Renny Quow Trinidad & Tobago 45.86 Q
Bralon Taplin Grenada 45.90 Q
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Latoy Williams Bahamas 46.07 Q
Rusheen McDonald Jamaica 46.14 Q
Daundre Barnaby Canada 46.16 Q
Winston George Guyana 46.25 Q
Steven Solomon Australia 46.26 Q
Chris Brown Bahamas 46.30 Q
Akheem Gauntlett Jamaica 46.31 Q
Nigel Levine England 46.35 q
Stephan James Guyana 46.39 Q
Saviour Kombe Zambia 46.41 Q
Pako Seribe Botswana 46.64 Q
Emmanuel Tugumisirize Uganda 46.73 Q
Mike Robertson Canada 46.87 q
Wayde Van Niekerk South Africa 46.87 Q
Mitchel Davis Dominica 46.94 q
Philip Osei Canada 47.11 Q
Q = Qualified for semi-finals
q = Qualified as fastest loser for semi-finals
Next Men's 400m Semi-finals: Tuesday 29th July 20:05 - 20:10
All three T&T quarter-milers comfortably thru to the Semis with sub-46 clockings.
So far so good! :thumbsup:
I would expect near 45 flat clockings in the Semis and sub-45 clockings in the Final.
Hoping all 3 T&T quarter-milers make it thru to the Final which will reflect positively on our 4x400m Relay medal chances.
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This American Nigerian, Mark Jelks has a quick start. So RT and Keston have to be prepared.
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We eh win ah medal yet?
No Sir.. but the Trinidad Express since yesterday has been celebrating with reports that our athletes in different sports are making the finals and finishing 5th and 6th! :D
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Jarrin Solomon just won his heat in commanding fashion, running 45.69.
Really good job from him. He took care of business in his heat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb7pCcUhF7o
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Sorry to hear about MLA but take care of yourself. Rio in 2 years is the goal. Good luck RT and KB today
For a Caribbean athlete the big meet tune up is good:
Commonwealth>Pan Am>Olympics
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These people showing swimming instead on the women's 100m semis......LOUD STEUPPSSSSS :cursing:
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These people showing swimming instead on the women's 100m semis......LOUD STEUPPSSSSS :cursing:
Check this http://www.ctntworld.com/stream.html
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Sorry to hear about MLA but take care of yourself. Rio in 2 years is the goal. Good luck RT and KB today
For a Caribbean athlete the big meet tune up is good:
Commonwealth>Pan Am>Olympics
World Champs is next year.
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Really 10.24? Very disappointing run from Bledman. Now he has to wait to see if he qualifies
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Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
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They run semis 100 already.
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They run semis 100 already.
Yeah, Thompson third in his race. Won't be in final.
Ran 10.18.
Not surpsing really, he seems to run his best races in TT.
This is simply not the man of the 2008 Olympics.
I think he can continue training hard but a sub 9.9 won't happen unless it's a TT track.
At first I thought it was the new track that was producing such fast times. But five years later, I can only shake my head at these great times but only in TT. Bledman is the exception.
VB
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I don't know if to cuss or just shake my head right now....
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I hope our 400M men will restore some pride for the red white and black tomorrow.
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Flicking crap.
No desire from these guys. Just a laissez-faire attitude from 2 men who should have been the class of the competition
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Really 10.24? Very disappointing run from Bledman. Now he has to wait to see if he qualifies
Did he take care of business?
As I told you how you run in the Heats means nothing if you still don't make it into the Final.
Sad for both Bledman and Thompson. Guess their only consolation now is to win silver or better in the Relay but I don't see them beating Jamaica in the Relay unless Jamaica slips up badly.
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They run semis 100 already.
Yeah, Thompson third in his race. Won't be in final.
Ran 10.18.
Not surpsing really, he seems to run his best races in TT.
This is simply not the man of the 2008 Olympics.
I think he can continue training hard but a sub 9.9 won't happen unless it's a TT track.
At first I thought it was the new track that was producing such fast times. But five years later, I can only shake my head at these great times but only in TT. Bledman is the exception.
VB
I have told you more than once VB that Thompson ran fast outside of T&T this season.
He ran 9.95 legal in Europe and 9.74 wind aided in the USA over a month ago.
I believe Thompson's problem is that he peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than a period of 3 to 4 weeks.
I thinks his solution to maintaining his form for a longer period is becoming stronger and maybe running more 200s to help him build-up his speed endurance.
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Really 10.24? Very disappointing run from Bledman. Now he has to wait to see if he qualifies
Did he take care of business?
As I told you how you run in the Heats means nothing if you still don't make it into the Final.
Sad for both Bledman and Thompson. Guess their only consolation now is to win silver or better in the Relay but I don't see them beating Jamaica in the Relay unless Jamaica slips up badly.
Dude like I said you have comprehension problems. He did not take care of business in the semi final but he definitely took care of business in the prelims. Now I told you before "you like to hear yourself talk." :D
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Flicking crap.
No desire from these guys. Just a laissez-faire attitude from 2 men who should have been the class of the competition
They did their best!
Bledman was no class of that field as he has not regularly beaten all the athletes he was up against in that field this season.
10 flat is the fastest time Bledman has ran all season and that was in T&T at the Senior Champs.
Regards Richard he simply peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than 3 to 4 weeks due to lack of strength and speed endurance. He needs to do more strength gym work as well as to run more 200s to build up his speed endurance.
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Really 10.24? Very disappointing run from Bledman. Now he has to wait to see if he qualifies
Did he take care of business?
As I told you how you run in the Heats means nothing if you still don't make it into the Final.
Sad for both Bledman and Thompson. Guess their only consolation now is to win silver or better in the Relay but I don't see them beating Jamaica in the Relay unless Jamaica slips up badly.
Dude like I said you have comprehension problems. He did not take care of business in the semi final but he definitely took care of business in the prelims. Now I told you before "you like to hear yourself talk." :D
And I explained that my definition of "Taking care of business" is making the Final and contending for a medal if your form this season shows that you have that ability which is obviously different to your definition.
So to cut your childish argument short neither Bledman or Thompson took care of business based upon their abilities and form earlier this season.
Now move on. Your definition makes no long-term sense to me when we look at what should be the goal and result of taking care of business so maybe you need to become a bit more mature in how you define things.
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We continue to underperform in sprints which cost us any chance of medals. We lack junior sprinters who are fast enough to just step in and take the place of our top sprinters when they begin to regress from their prime. But some posters still think we are Jamaica and USA rivals :rotfl:
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Really 10.24? Very disappointing run from Bledman. Now he has to wait to see if he qualifies
Did he take care of business?
As I told you how you run in the Heats means nothing if you still don't make it into the Final.
Sad for both Bledman and Thompson. Guess their only consolation now is to win silver or better in the Relay but I don't see them beating Jamaica in the Relay unless Jamaica slips up badly.
Dude like I said you have comprehension problems. He did not take care of business in the semi final but he definitely took care of business in the prelims. Now I told you before "you like to hear yourself talk." :D
And I explained that my definition of "Taking care of business" is making the Final and contending for a medal if your form this season shows that you have that ability which is obviously different to your definition. So to cut your childish argument short neither Bledman or Thompson took care of business based upon their abilities and form earlier this season.
Now move on, your definition makes no long term sense to me when we look at what should be the goal and result of taking care of business so maybe you need to become a bit more mature in how you define thinngs.
:D Is this your definition or wikipedia definition? Who definition? Who says your definition is right?
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Flicking crap.
No desire from these guys. Just a laissez-faire attitude from 2 men who should have been the class of the competition
They did their best!
Bledman was no class of that field as he has not regularly beaten all the athletes he was up against in that field this season.
10 flat is the fastest time Bledman has ran all season and that was in T&T at the Senior Champs.
Regards Richard he simply peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than 3 to 4 weeks due to lack of strength and speed endurance. He needs to do more strength gym work as well as to run more 200s to build up his speed endurance.
They ran like shit today. Call it what it is.
How can you make such definitive statements on what happened to Richard? Allyuh is bosoom buddies or wah?
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Flicking crap.
No desire from these guys. Just a laissez-faire attitude from 2 men who should have been the class of the competition
They did their best!
Bledman was no class of that field as he has not regularly beaten all the athletes he was up against in that field this season.
10 flat is the fastest time Bledman has ran all season and that was in T&T at the Senior Champs.
Regards Richard he simply peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than 3 to 4 weeks due to lack of strength and speed endurance. He needs to do more strength gym work as well as to run more 200s to build up his speed endurance.
They ran like shit today. Call it what it is.
How can you make such definitive statements on what happened to Richard? Allyuh is bosoom buddies or wah?
THANK YOU!
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Really 10.24? Very disappointing run from Bledman. Now he has to wait to see if he qualifies
Did he take care of business?
As I told you how you run in the Heats means nothing if you still don't make it into the Final.
Sad for both Bledman and Thompson. Guess their only consolation now is to win silver or better in the Relay but I don't see them beating Jamaica in the Relay unless Jamaica slips up badly.
Dude like I said you have comprehension problems. He did not take care of business in the semi final but he definitely took care of business in the prelims. Now I told you before "you like to hear yourself talk." :D
And I explained that my definition of "Taking care of business" is making the Final and contending for a medal if your form this season shows that you have that ability which is obviously different to your definition. So to cut your childish argument short neither Bledman or Thompson took care of business based upon their abilities and form earlier this season.
Now move on, your definition makes no long term sense to me when we look at what should be the goal and result of taking care of business so maybe you need to become a bit more mature in how you define thinngs.
:D Is this your definition or wikipedia definition? Who definition? Who says your definition is right?
My definition is right to me because it is based on success and also using my common sense which is something you seem to be lacking.
I don't need to refer to wikipedia to work out things unlike yourself plus anyone can edit and change wikipedia to say whatever they want it to say.
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Flicking crap.
No desire from these guys. Just a laissez-faire attitude from 2 men who should have been the class of the competition
They did their best!
Bledman was no class of that field as he has not regularly beaten all the athletes he was up against in that field this season.
10 flat is the fastest time Bledman has ran all season and that was in T&T at the Senior Champs.
Regards Richard he simply peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than 3 to 4 weeks due to lack of strength and speed endurance. He needs to do more strength gym work as well as to run more 200s to build up his speed endurance.
They ran like shit today. Call it what it is.
How can you make such definitive statements on what happened to Richard? Allyuh is bosoom buddies or wah?
Both Bledman and Richard did their best based on their current form. I never disputed that they both ran like shit today so no need to get so emotional my friend.
Regards Richard I have been following all his races from early this season and it was obvious to me that he had lost his 9.82 form from about 2 weeks ago.
Before he ran his sub-10s this season I also called it to him on his twitter page so I think I am pretty good at predicting how he is going to run based upon his current form and recent race performances.
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They run semis 100 already.
Yeah, Thompson third in his race. Won't be in final.
Ran 10.18.
Not surpsing really, he seems to run his best races in TT.
This is simply not the man of the 2008 Olympics.
I think he can continue training hard but a sub 9.9 won't happen unless it's a TT track.
At first I thought it was the new track that was producing such fast times. But five years later, I can only shake my head at these great times but only in TT. Bledman is the exception.
VB
I have told you more than once VB that Thompson ran fast outside of T&T this season.
He ran 9.95 legal in Europe and 9.74 wind aided in the USA over a month ago.
I believe Thompson's problem is that he peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than a period of 3 to 4 weeks.
I thinks his solution to maintaining his form for a longer period is becoming stronger and maybe running more 200s to help him build-up his speed endurance.
Instead of telling me anything, take a step back and ask yourself this question.:
How many times of 9.95 or under has RT run NOT wind aided in the last three years.
What the hell does it matter if he runs a 9.7 if it IS WIND AIDED???
Of his best NON wind aided times in the last three years, how many have been OUTSIDE of TT.
When he rand the 9.82 in TT followed by the 9.95 outside of it, I quietly held my breath. The fact is RT has failed to run consisten low 9.9s for years now.
I eh vex with him, I think he has just never been the same since the car accident.
VB
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Flicking crap.
No desire from these guys. Just a laissez-faire attitude from 2 men who should have been the class of the competition
They did their best!
Bledman was no class of that field as he has not regularly beaten all the athletes he was up against in that field this season.
10 flat is the fastest time Bledman has ran all season and that was in T&T at the Senior Champs.
Regards Richard he simply peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than 3 to 4 weeks due to lack of strength and speed endurance. He needs to do more strength gym work as well as to run more 200s to build up his speed endurance.
They ran like shit today. Call it what it is.
How can you make such definitive statements on what happened to Richard? Allyuh is bosoom buddies or wah?
Both Bledman and Richard did their best based on their current form. I never disputed that they both ran like shit today so no need to get so emotional my friend.
Regards Richard I have been following all his races from early this season and it was obvious to me that he had lost his 9.82 form from about 2 weeks ago.
Before he ran his sub-10s this season I also called it to him on his twitter page so I think I am pretty good at predicting how he is going to run based upon his current form and race performances.
Calling a sub-10 after running a windy 9.7x, requires little analysis. Secondly an athlete running slowly for a period after their big championships is nothing alarming. SAFP does it every season. The Americans have been doing it for years. Most athletes have to cycle off their training, because staying sharp for the 4-6 weeks between champs put you at risk of both burnout or injury.
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
However, having said that I would not call running 10.18 and 10.24 deplorable. Visually they gave their best efforts today which was not good enough.
It is better all of this (MLA, DB, RT, KB) happened this year and not 2015 or 2016, though with the exception of MLA the rest aren't getting any younger.
On to the 400 and the relays, staying vex won't help anybody perform better.
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They run semis 100 already.
Yeah, Thompson third in his race. Won't be in final.
Ran 10.18.
Not surpsing really, he seems to run his best races in TT.
This is simply not the man of the 2008 Olympics.
I think he can continue training hard but a sub 9.9 won't happen unless it's a TT track.
At first I thought it was the new track that was producing such fast times. But five years later, I can only shake my head at these great times but only in TT. Bledman is the exception.
VB
I have told you more than once VB that Thompson ran fast outside of T&T this season.
He ran 9.95 legal in Europe and 9.74 wind aided in the USA over a month ago.
I believe Thompson's problem is that he peaked early and was unable to maintain his form for more than a period of 3 to 4 weeks.
I thinks his solution to maintaining his form for a longer period is becoming stronger and maybe running more 200s to help him build-up his speed endurance.
Instead of telling me anything, take a step back and ask yourself this question.:
How many times of 9.95 or under has RT run NOT wind aided in the last three years.
What the hell does it matter if he runs a 9.7 if it IS WIND AIDED???
Of his best NON wind aided times in the last three years, how many have been OUTSIDE of TT.
When he rand the 9.82 in TT followed by the 9.95 outside of it, I quietly held my breath. The fact is RT has failed to run consisten low 9.9s for years now.
I eh vex with him, I think he has just never been the same since the car accident.
VB
Not disputing anything you post once you get your facts correct.
Richard's problem is holding his peak season form for more than 3 to 4 weeks and that might be strength and speed endurance related.
Don't think he has ran legal sub-10s outside of T&T for the last couple years but apparently he did a session at the Michael Johnson Performance season before the start of this season and it helped him to work on his weaknesses.
I honestly believe he needs to do more regular 200s to build on his speed endurance in addition to building on his body strength.
Richard is the best we have right now so we have to work with him and wish him all the best until we can get someone consistently better who can take his national title and perform better at the big Championships.
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Calling a sub-10 after running a windy 9.7x, requires little analysis. Secondly an athlete running slowly for a period after their big championships is nothing alarming. SAFP does it every season. The Americans have been doing it for years. Most athletes have to cycle off their training, because staying sharp for the 4-6 weeks between champs put you at risk of both burnout or injury.
I agree but there is a big difference between staying sharp and totally losing your form and my observation was that RT totally lost his form about 2 weeks ago. In fact he was running like he had picked up an injury.
To me his problem is that he peaks for 3 to 4 weeks tops and that is it for the season so it could be strength and speed endurance related.
Hopefully it is not related to his car accident so many years ago that he should have totally recovered from by now as VB is speculating.
RT's visit to the Michael Johnson Performance Centre late last year should have helped him to identify any body weaknesses still lingering from his car accident many years ago and he is hopefully using the program they gave him to eliminate them but I am just speculating here.
Btw I called RT's legal sub-10 this season right after I analysed his anchors at the World Relays in the Bahamas and that was before he ran his wind-aided 9.74 in Florida.
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That was rough seeing so many of our athletes get eliminated today.
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That was rough seeing so many of our athletes get eliminated today.
Don't think the T&T best ever CWG medal haul prediction by some at home is going to come thru if things continue at this rate.
However it will be a good reality check for those running sports at home to help them realise that there is much more work still to be done before we can start declaring T&T as a World Class sporting nation that is serious about sports and the positive social and cultural change it can help bring about for our country.
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Hmmm I tried to stay quiet about these performances. I think we need to hold commonwealth games , olympics and worlds in Trinidad because it seems our sprinters only perform here. I am so angry that I think none of them should get from the elite athlete fun, A big waste of tax payers money. It seems they perform better when we show no interest in them , when they struggling to make ends meet. They owe the nation an apology , they could not make the finals of a water down commonwealth games , Should we still invest our money in them, I say no , Performance based incentive. Because this is totally embarassing , I shame to log on to Caribbean Track and field forum. Imagine even Barbados had a finalist
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Lawd when was the last time we did not have a sprinter in a final? 2014 lol and before that? Well it seems we like to recycle has beens- witness the younger sprinters from Jamaica and GB not to mention StKitts and Barbados- and we still resting our laurels on men from 2008 Olympics glory!!!!!
What was Darrel Brown - a medical flop doing at the games? Just to run a relay? DNSin the 100meters heats!!! Look nah ah fur get is TnT we dealing with- man still know coaches who want to sentimentally take him to games yet we have young sprinters running in IAFF juniors in Oregon!!!!!!
When we go stop this " star boi" syndrome? Select me who are in form and meeting qualification standards consistently. Shame shame today for our sprinters- man on team going to track meet just to bull down the place and eh give ah damn!'mmmm shame shame
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Lawd when was the last time we did not have a sprinter in a final? 2014 lol and before that? Well it seems we like to recycle has beens- witness the younger sprinters from Jamaica and GB not to mention StKitts and Barbados- and we still resting our laurels on men from 2008 Olympics glory!!!!!
What was Darrel Brown - a medical flop doing at the games? Just to run a relay? DNSin the 100meters heats!!! Look nah ah fur get is TnT we dealing with- man still know coaches who want to sentimentally take him to games yet we have young sprinters running in IAFF juniors in Oregon!!!!!!
When we go stop this " star boi" syndrome? Select me who are in form and meeting qualification standards consistently. Shame shame today for our sprinters- man on team going to track meet just to bull down the place and eh give ah damn!'mmmm shame shame
I know some of you guys are rightly disappointed with Thompson's and Bledman's performances in the 100m but in regards to Darrel Brown who DNS and who probably won't have qualified for the Final even if he started he did qualify by right to run the 100m at the CWG and it had nothing to do with star boi" syndrome or friend business as you are assuming.
Please go to this thread 2014 NGC/Sagicor Open Champs: Fri.20th ~ Sun.22nd June @HCS (Event videos added) (http://www.socawarriors.net/forum/index.php?topic=62460.msg899838#msg899838) with all the official results and race videos from the Senior Champs this year to get yourself up to speed with which athletes meet the CWG qualification standards and were selected by right to compete at the CWG and that includes Darrel Brown. Its one thing to be disappointed with the 100m performances which you have every right to be but its another thing to make wrong assumptions about why certain athletes were selected for the CWG and believe you are being factual.
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Hmmm I tried to stay quiet about these performances. I think we need to hold commonwealth games , olympics and worlds in Trinidad because it seems our sprinters only perform here. I am so angry that I think none of them should get from the elite athlete fun, A big waste of tax payers money. It seems they perform better when we show no interest in them , when they struggling to make ends meet. They owe the nation an apology , they could not make the finals of a water down commonwealth games , Should we still invest our money in them, I say no , Performance based incentive. Because this is totally embarassing , I shame to log on to Caribbean Track and field forum. Imagine even Barbados had a finalist
Regards your assumption that all our top athletes are getting Elite funding when they have applied and qualified for it, I think you need to read this thread and rethink your assumption: Bledman needs his funding (http://www.socawarriors.net/forum/index.php?topic=62434.msg896728#msg896728)
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DISAPPOINTING DAY
Thompson, Bledman out in 100 semis (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/DISAPPOINTING-DAY-268973151.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jul 28, 2014 at 9:37 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Men's 100m Semi-Final 1 | Commonwealth Games 2014 HD
https://www.youtube.com/v/PDy5SWuc5Rk
Men's 100m Semi-Final 3 | Commonwealth Games 2014 HD
https://www.youtube.com/v/BsxoDUS-4RE
July 28, 2014 promised to be a day that would go down in Trinidad and Tobago’s sporting history…it was not to be.
Richard “Torpedo” Thompson and Keston Bledman exited in the semifinal round of the Commonwealth Games men’s 100 metres dash, at Hampden Park here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday, ending the country’s hopes of striking gold in the blue riband event.
“A disappointing day for Trinidad and Tobago,” Thompson lamented, following his elimination. “Myself, Bledman, Michelle-Lee Ahye, and all the other people who were looking to track and field to produce a couple medals. Unfortunately, we didn’t pull it out.”
Thompson was the men’s 100m world leader for a couple weeks thanks to his 9.82 seconds scorcher at the National Championships. And Ahye was the fastest woman in the world this year for a month after blazing the track in 10.85 at the same meet.
With the Commonwealth Games men’s and women’s 100m finals scheduled for the same day, yesterday, a golden T&T double seemed a reasonable expectation.
But a leg injury sustained in Switzerland a fortnight ago put paid to Ahye’s chances. She struggled through her first round heat on Sunday, qualifying second in 11.52, and then withdrew from the Games, leaving her semifinal lane empty.
Thompson was among the starters in the men’s century semis, but was a shadow of the sprinter who became the ninth fastest man in history with the 9.82 run.
Jamaican Kemar Bailey-Cole won the third heat easily in 10 seconds flat, leaving Thompson and Kittitian Antoine Adams to battle for the second automatic qualifying spot.
Thompson leaned at the line, but was narrowly beaten by Adams, 10.18 to 10.19. Thompson’s clocking was not fast enough for a “fastest loser” berth in the final.
Bledman was also third in his heat. And, like his T&T teammate, was too slow to advance. Bledman got to the line in 10.24 seconds in heat one to finish behind Bahamian Warren Fraser, the winner in 10.21, and Jamaican Nickel Ashmeade, who was also credited with a 10.21 clocking.
On hearing confirmation that there would be no “fastest loser” reprieve, Thompson was distraught, but put on a brave face.
“Nothing to blame specifically,” the “Torpedo” told the Express. “I didn’t have a good championship. I just didn’t show up ready, and I’m sorry to disappoint everybody because I know just as I had high hopes and expectations for myself, there were a lot of people expecting the same of me. I just didn’t bring it today. I didn’t do well…disappointing performance.”
For Thompson and Bledman, the focus now switches to the sprint relay.
“It’s all about getting ready for the 4x1,” said Thompson. “Hopefully, we do a lot better there and we medal. We have a strong enough team, competent enough team. Hopefully, we’ll bring home precious metal.”
Two of the medals on offer in the men’s 100m final went to Jamaica. Bailey-Cole repeated his 10-flat run to secure gold, while Ashmeade earned bronze in 10.12. England’s Adam Gemili clocked 10.10 for silver.
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TT sprinters bow out; Bovell III in 50 free final (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198367.html)
Tuesday, July 29 2014 (T&T Newsday)
Men's 100m Semi-Final 1 | Commonwealth Games 2014 HD
https://www.youtube.com/v/PDy5SWuc5Rk
Men's 100m Semi-Final 3 | Commonwealth Games 2014 HD
https://www.youtube.com/v/BsxoDUS-4RE
It was another disappointing day for TT on day five of the Commonwealth Games currently being held in Glasgow, Scotland.
Yesterday, TT sprinters found it hard to secure a place in the final of their respected events.
It was all downhill for the TT women with Kamaria Durant and Kai Selvon failing to book their spots in the women’s 100m final after placing eighth and sixth respectively in their semi-finals in 11.70 and 11.59 respectively.
Meanwhile, Keston Bledman had to settle for third place in his men’s 100m semi-final race after crossing the finish line in a disappointing 10.24.
National 100m champion Richard Thompson also failed to book a lane in yesterday’s finals, coming third in 10.19. Both athletes were unable to advance as the fastest loser.
Ace local swimmer George Bovell III had a good day though, placing third behind England’s Benjamin Proud (21.76) seconds and Australian Cameron McEvoy (21.94) in the semi-final of the men’s 50m freestyle. He touch the wall in 22.22 seconds, securing a spot in today’s finals.
TT veteran shooter Roger Daniel placed seventh in the 50m Pistol Men’s Finals with 90.5 points. Meanwhile Norris Gomez (244-19v) and Micheal Perez (242-12v) finished 28th and 29th respectively in the Men’s Queen’s prize final. Marlon Moses failed to make it pass the Men’s Rifle Prone qualifying round with 599.5 points.
Triple Jumper Ayanna Alexander made it to the final of her event after finishing second in her qualifying group with her biggest leap being 13.78m.
In the women’s 400m event, Shawna Fermin was a distant seventh in her semi-final in 53.83. Fermin’s compatriot Dominique Williams shared the same fate, eighth in her semi-final in 54.63.
In the male equivalent, Jarrin Solomon progressed to the semi-final round, striding to the line in 45.69 seconds, ahead of Guyana’s Winston George 46.25 and Akheem Gauntlett 46.31 of Jamaica. Renny Quow also qualified for the semi-final round, winning his heat in 45.85 while beating Steven Solomon of Australia (45.86) and South African Wayde Van Niekerk (46.87). Lalonde Gordon finished second in his heat in 45.84 behind Martyn Rooney of England (45.57), Saviour Kombe of Zambia was third in (46.41).
In the Women’s Preliminary hockey match, TT lost to India 14-0.
The TT Netball team was defeated 69-34 by Australia in Pool B action. Today they play England at 4.30 am.
Also today, TT’s Mikel Thomas will be in heat one of the men’s 110m hurdles looking for a spot in the semi-finals along with Durell Busby and Wayne Davis who are in heat two and three respectively. In the women’s 100m hurdles prelims, TT will be represented by Josanne Lucas in heat one and Jeneil Bellille in heat three.
Kendis Ballard will get his first taste of competition in the men’s 800m heat two while Jamaal James is in heat four.
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Alexander, Bovell bid for precious metal (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Alexander-Bovell-bid-for-precious-metal-268971581.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jul 28, 2014 at 9:18 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Ayanna Alexander looks a genuine medal contender in today’s Commonwealth Games women’s triple jump final, at Hampden Park, here in Glasgow, Scotland. The Trinidad and Tobago athlete earned silver in the event at the 2010 Games in India, and would be keen to make another trip to the podium.
In yesterday’s qualifying competition, Alexander finished second, producing a 13.78 metres effort on her very first attempt—way beyond the 13.40m automatic qualifying mark. Jamaican Kimberly Williams topped the field with a 13.94m jump.
T&T quartermilers Jarrin Solomon, Renny Quow and Lalonde Gordon all advanced to the semifinal round of the men’s 400m.
In heat one, Solomon was in front coming off the final turn, and stayed there, securing victory in 45.69 seconds. Quow won the second heat in 45.86. And Gordon clocked 45.84 for the runner-up spot in the seventh and final heat. The Olympic bronze medallist moved from third to second on the home straight, finishing behind England’s Martyn Rooney (45.57).
Gordon is confident of success in today’s semifinal round. And in tomorrow’s final, he expects to run very fast.
“Hopefully a new personal best,” Gordon declared.
If he can better his 44.52 seconds PR (personal record), Gordon will surely be a strong contender for precious metal.
Solomon has also set his sights on a Commonwealth Games medal.
“It’s always my goal,” he told the Express. “Come out here, get a medal, and represent Trinidad and Tobago to the fullest.”
Quow is keen to regain his 2009 form here in Glasgow. At the IAAF World Championships that year, he bagged 400m bronze, clocking a personal best 44.53 seconds in the semis.
“That’s what I’ve been working so hard for. I’m in that shape. I have the talent, I have the experience, so it’s just to come out here and prove what I could do.”
Shawna Fermin and Domonique Williams bowed out of the women’s 400m event. Fermin finished seventh in semifinal heat number two in 53.83 seconds, while Williams was eighth in heat three in 54.63.
Kai Selvon and Kamaria Durant were eliminated at the semifinal stage of the women’s 100m. Selvon clocked 11.59 seconds to finish sixth in heat three, while Durant was eighth in heat two in 11.70.
In the final, Nigeria’s Blessing Okagbare produced a Games record time of 10.85 seconds for a commanding victory. Jamaicans Veronica Campbell-Brown (11.03) and Kerron Stewart (11.07) earned silver and bronze, respectively.
At the Barry Buddon Shooting Centre, in Carnoustie, T&T’s Roger Daniel finished seventh in the men’s 50 metres pistol final. Gold went to India’s Jitu Rai with a score of 194.1. Daniel was the second man to be eliminated in the eight-man final, finishing with a score of 90.5.
In the qualifying round, earlier in the day, Daniel totalled 545 to advance to the final with the third highest score. His T&T teammate, Rhodney Allen was 18th with a score of 501.
Both Daniel and Allen opted out of the men’s 25m rapid fire pistol.
In the men’s 50m rifle prone qualification event, T&T’s Marlon Moses totalled 599.5 to finish 31st. The top eight shooters contested the final.
And going into the third and final day of the Queen’s Prize individual event, T&T shooters Norris Gomez and Michael Perez are 28th and 29th, respectively.
George Bovell will challenge for precious metal in today’s men’s 50m freestyle final, at the Tollcross Swimming Centre.
In yesterday’s semifinal round, the T&T swim star touched the wall in 22.22 seconds to finish third in heat two and fourth overall. In the opening round, he was fifth fastest in 22.37.
At the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), T&T boxer Aaron Prince outclassed his Bahamian opponent, Godfrey Strachan in their men’s middleweight round of 16 bout.
Prince was always in control, skilfully accumulating points throughout to earn a unanimous decision. He also displayed a solid defence, and at the very end of the fight, showed the crowed he could exchange as well, going toe to toe with Strachan as the Bahamian made a desperate bid to snatch victory.
“Oh yeah, I could do that,” said Prince of his late-fight aggression. “But that’s not what it’s about. My style is not to stand and slug it out with nobody punch for punch. Hit and don’t get hit, that’s the principle.
“I want the gold,” he continued, “so I have to push myself to the limit and get there. Reach out and grab it.”
At the SSE Hydro, T&T gymnast William Albert was 15th after the first day of men’s all-around qualification with a score of 39.633. His best performance was on the rings, scoring 14.200 for 11th spot.
At the SECC, goal attack Joelisa Cooper scored 15 goals from 24 attempts in T&T’s 69-34 defeat at the hands of Australia in the netball competition. Goal shoot Kalifa McCollin chipped in with 10 goals from 15 attempts.
And at the National Hockey Centre, the T&T women went under 14-0 to India.
Team T&T Today
(All TT times)
4.30 a.m. – Netball vs England
4.30 a.m. – Table tennis, men’s & women’s singles
5.05 a.m. – Athletics, Kyron Blaise, men’s long jump qualifying
5.55 a.m. – Athletics, Mikel Thomas, men’s 110 hurdles heats
5.58 a.m. – Gymnastics, William Albert, men’s individual qualifying
6.00 a.m. - Hockey, Men vs Malaysia
6.01 a.m. – Athletics, Durell Busby, men’s 110 hurdles heats
6.07 a.m. – Athletics, Wayne Davis, men’s 110 hurdles heats
7.15 a.m. – Athletics, Josanne Lucas, women’s 400 hurdles heats
7.29 a.m. – Athletics, Janeil Bellille, women’s 400 hurdles heats
7.30 a.m. – Squash, men’s, women’s & mixed doubles
7.57 a.m. – Athletics, Kendis Bullard, men’s 800 heats
8.11 a.m. – Athletics, Jamaal James, men’s 800 heats
After 1.30 p.m. - Boxing, Michael Alexander, men’s lightweight quarterfinal
1.40 p.m. – Athletics, Ayanna Alexander, women’s triple jump final
2.07 p.m. – Athletics, Tonya Nero, women’s 10,000 final
2.16 p.m. – Swimming, George Bovell, men’s 50 free final
3.05 p.m. - Athletics, Jarrin Solomon, men’s 400 semis, heat 1
3.11 p.m. - Athletics, Renny Quow, men’s 400 semis, heat 2
3.18 p.m. - Athletics, Lalonde Gordon, men’s 400 semis, heat 3
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Piss poor from Lucas. False starting in the 400m H is unforgiveable.
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Piss poor from Lucas. False starting in the 400m H is unforgiveable.
dunno what's up with our athletes dis rounds. False start in 400m H ??? 2 athletes DNS in de 110H, etc.
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Wasted money
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Wasted money
No Breds. I rather waste the money on the athletes than them people Anil splurged money on. The fact is the various sports association did not prepare their teams to the max. The hockey and netball teams needed to go England and Euro to play warm up games. The hockey team is a U-21/U-23?(correct me). This is only the CW games. We need to double the funding and preps. for the CAC and PanAm games. And triple the funding preps. for the Olimpics. In a way we should be glad the poor performance happen now and not in Rio. Our team sports need to play internation games frequently. I should say every team and individual need to particpate internationally. That means more funding. So if thos friggin business don't step up and help our athletes get to f**k out of TT.
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Ayanna Alexander just qualified for the triple jump final. I wish her the best in the final. Although Track events get more global attention, we in T&T should start paying more attention to our athletes in the field events.
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Trinidad &Tobago's Kyron Blaise out men's long jump after fouling all three attempts
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So which one of these individuals need not be raising their hand to be part of future contingents:
Manager- Commissiong
Coaches- Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklin, Ismael Lopez, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton and Paul Voisin
Medical- Verne Alleyne, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder and Dr Anyl Gopeesingh.
With the amount of non-starts, false-starts, no-marks, seeming mismanagement and miscommunication of injuries, seeming lack of race tactics and focus by round, seeming lack of knowledge of local competition conditions and thus the necessary wear/kit, something systematic is definitely wrong. It seems only/mostly the seasoned athletes are fairing well. When the majority of a team is performing in such a sub-par manner it usually comes down to one of more of the following:
Competition preparation - camp, coaching, air travel, adjustment period, competition kit for the weather (manager, coaches, physiotherapist), team morale - communicating team goals, individual medal/placing expectations, purpose for being there, assigning team captains, guest speakers like past CWG TT champs, (manager, psychotherapist), team leadership and management - handling all paperwork, administrative obstacles, shielding team from non-competition issues (manager/chef de mission), ensuring team comfort and adjustments - weather, environment, accommodations, food (manager/chef de mission).
It would serve the team to have brief and directed morning and evening meetings each competition day to go through all the risks and resulting plans B/C/D (race tactics and goals, paperwork, timing of meals, timing of transportation, daily weather, necessary wear, timing for physio work and warm ups, inventory of equipment, timing for post-race physio, daily competition recap and lessons for the next day).
Hope the remaining schedule produces better results.
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I will put my money on Jehue Gordon bringing home a medal for his country BUT so far the team performance has been very disappointed. This is the Commonwealth Games for damn sake. I really hope our 400m men deliver today.
Not even going to talk about what's happening with T&T athletes in other sports in these games
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I will put my money on Jehue Gordon bringing home a medal for his country BUT so far the team performance has been very disappointed. This is the Commonwealth Games for damn sake. I really hope our 400m men deliver today.
Not even going to talk about what's happening with T&T athletes in other sports in these games
Jehue's best time this year puts him quite far down the list of even CWG participants. While he is getting better gradually it is a tough bet on a medal. What he has going for him is his experience running rounds and making adjustments to suit but it will be tough for him against Cornel Fredericks of RSA, a couple Jamaicans, a couple of Brits, and Van Zyl of RSA who like him is a bit out of shape but very experienced running rounds.
It's a tough year for peaking, when top athletes would rather rest/coast/get surgery/get pregnant (women) while looking forward to 2015/2016. The stars of CWGs are usually new, ascending talent looking to gain confidence, or perennial champs, who even when not in top gear can still beat the rest.
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I was expecting this to be our best CW. This is turning out to be the worst. I counted 4 dns and a disqualification so far. I think we leading in that category. Very disappointing.
I guarantee that Mr Roberts will be happy to use these poor performances as a justification for his lack of support for athletics. I wouldnt be surprised if the athletes havent gotten paid as yet.
Please Jehue, Solo, Quow and Gordon.. Make us proud.
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When does KAB return to competition?
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Lets go Ayanna Alexander! she is currently in bronze medal contention!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw062101/womens_triple_jump_final.html
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Lets go Ayanna Alexander! she is currently in bronze medal contention!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw062101/womens_triple_jump_final.html
Bronze is confirmed!!
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Lets go Ayanna Alexander! she is currently in bronze medal contention!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw062101/womens_triple_jump_final.html
Bronze is confirmed!!
thank you Ayanna for picking up our first medal
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Wasted money
No Breds. I rather waste the money on the athletes than them people Anil splurged money on. The fact is the various sports association did not prepare their teams to the max. The hockey and netball teams needed to go England and Euro to play warm up games. The hockey team is a U-21/U-23?(correct me). This is only the CW games. We need to double the funding and preps. for the CAC and PanAm games. And triple the funding preps. for the Olimpics. In a way we should be glad the poor performance happen now and not in Rio. Our team sports need to play internation games frequently. I should say every team and individual need to particpate internationally. That means more funding. So if thos friggin business don't step up and help our athletes get to f**k out of TT.
:beermug:
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Lets go Ayanna Alexander! she is currently in bronze medal contention!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw062101/womens_triple_jump_final.html
Bronze is confirmed!!
:beermug: I want to see more encouragement for more youth participation in FIELD EVENTS. We spend so much focus on sprint events.
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So which one of these individuals need not be raising their hand to be part of future contingents:
Manager- Commissiong
Coaches- Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklin, Ismael Lopez, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton and Paul Voisin
Medical- Verne Alleyne, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder and Dr Anyl Gopeesingh.
With the amount of non-starts, false-starts, no-marks, seeming mismanagement and miscommunication of injuries, seeming lack of race tactics and focus by round, seeming lack of knowledge of local competition conditions and thus the necessary wear/kit, something systematic is definitely wrong. It seems only/mostly the seasoned athletes are fairing well. When the majority of a team is performing in such a sub-par manner it usually comes down to one of more of the following:
Competition preparation - camp, coaching, air travel, adjustment period, competition kit for the weather (manager, coaches, physiotherapist), team morale - communicating team goals, individual medal/placing expectations, purpose for being there, assigning team captains, guest speakers like past CWG TT champs, (manager, psychotherapist), team leadership and management - handling all paperwork, administrative obstacles, shielding team from non-competition issues (manager/chef de mission), ensuring team comfort and adjustments - weather, environment, accommodations, food (manager/chef de mission).
It would serve the team to have brief and directed morning and evening meetings each competition day to go through all the risks and resulting plans B/C/D (race tactics and goals, paperwork, timing of meals, timing of transportation, daily weather, necessary wear, timing for physio work and warm ups, inventory of equipment, timing for post-race physio, daily competition recap and lessons for the next day).
Hope the remaining schedule produces better results.
:beermug:
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Lets go Ayanna Alexander! she is currently in bronze medal contention!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw062101/womens_triple_jump_final.html
Bronze is confirmed!!
thank you Ayanna for picking up our first medal
And Congrats as well!! :beermug: :beermug: :beermug:
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Both Gordon and Quow qualified for the 400m final. Good run from Gordon
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
Wow...so 3 TTO 400 men vs 0 JA 400m in the final. Guess we see where sprinting focus has grown/ receded in the last 5-10 years. Bahamas representing strong no doubt alongside King Kirani
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Lets go Ayanna Alexander! she is currently in bronze medal contention!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw062101/womens_triple_jump_final.html
She got the bronze! Congrats Ayanna!
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
Wow...so 3 TTO 400 men vs 0 JA 400m in the final. Guess we see where sprinting focus has grown/ receded in the last 5-10 years. Bahamas representing strong no doubt alongside King Kirani
Looking good for the relay!!
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When does KAB return to competition?
Not sure. I think she is finished serving her ban that was curtailed. I read somewhere she is or was injured. (Maybe someone in here can confirm) I hope she is fit and ready for the World Champs next year
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
Wow...so 3 TTO 400 men vs 0 JA 400m in the final. Guess we see where sprinting focus has grown/ receded in the last 5-10 years. Bahamas representing strong no doubt alongside King Kirani
The 400m women fielded 3 JA women and they swept it
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Lane draw for tomorrow's 400m final
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atm004101/mens_400m_final.html
1. C. Brown BAH
2. R. Quow TTO
3. L. Gordon TTO
4. W. van Niekerk RSA
5. M. Rooney ENG
6. K. James GRN
7. J. Solomon TTO
8. L. Williams BAH
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Lane draw for tomorrow's 400m final
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atm004101/mens_400m_final.html
1. C. Brown BAH
2. R. Quow TTO
3. L. Gordon TTO
4. W. van Niekerk RSA
5. M. Rooney ENG
6. K. James GRN
7. J. Solomon TTO
8. L. Williams BAH
Video of Gordon semi-final race. He looks like he had much more left in the tank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waOkqL6oeLI&list=UU7Bd504D8IIZpgxgb5EbnCg
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Lane draw for tomorrow's 400m final
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atm004101/mens_400m_final.html
1. C. Brown BAH
2. R. Quow TTO
3. L. Gordon TTO
4. W. van Niekerk RSA
5. M. Rooney ENG
6. K. James GRN
7. J. Solomon TTO
8. L. Williams BAH
Nice lane for Gordon type of race
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Jamaica is doing well in the Athletics department of this year CWG. They have NO rivals in the commonwealth world of Athletics. I think they already have 5 gold medals, and I am sure they will add more to this tally come relay time.
The absence of the US shows how much the JA vs US rivalry mean to the sport
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
Wow...so 3 TTO 400 men vs 0 JA 400m in the final. Guess we see where sprinting focus has grown/ receded in the last 5-10 years. Bahamas representing strong no doubt alongside King Kirani
Looking good for the relay!!
Imagine little Barbados had three men in the 110 Final.
VB
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
Wow...so 3 TTO 400 men vs 0 JA 400m in the final. Guess we see where sprinting focus has grown/ receded in the last 5-10 years. Bahamas representing strong no doubt alongside King Kirani
Looking good for the relay!!
Imagine little Barbados had three men in the 110 Final.
VB
and imagine we had 3 entrants in dat event and 2 of them DNS.
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Well we are guarantied at least a next bronze. Boxer M. Alexander is into the Light weight semis.
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I come home to see we get a bronze just so. I didn't know we had a good triple jumper, congrats to Ms. Alexander!
Somebody wave a towel!
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They simply did not meet their stated goals for the games and really have themselves and their coaches to blame, especially as seasoned professionals who should know how and when to "peak" more than once in a year. Having 3 Jamaicans in a CWG final vs. 0 TTO athletes is not acceptable at this level.
However, having said that I would not call running 10.18 and 10.24 deplorable. Visually they gave their best efforts today which was not good enough.
It is better all of this (MLA, DB, RT, KB) happened this year and not 2015 or 2016, though with the exception of MLA the rest aren't getting any younger.
On to the 400 and the relays, staying vex won't help anybody perform better.
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ALEXANDER JOINS THE CLUB
Another Commonwealth medal for T&T jumper (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Alexander-joins-the-club-269144621.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jul 29, 2014 at 9:36 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Ayanna Alexander has joined the club—Trinidad and Tobago’s Commonwealth Games multiple-medallist club.
Alexander chose just the right occasion to produce her best 2014 effort, the 32-year-old athlete disturbing the sand at 14.01 metres to strike bronze in the women’s triple jump, at Hampden Park here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday.
“It feels great,” Alexander told the Express. “As always, there’s adversity here and there. Four months ago, I couldn’t walk. I’ve been bouncing back from an ankle injury. The plan was always to come here, and come back strong.”
It was a strong showing indeed, Alexander’s superb performance earning her membership in an elite club, alongside some of the biggest names in T&T sporting history.
Sprinter Edwin Roberts is the “president” of the club with five Commonwealth Games medals, captured at the 1966 and 1970 editions. Hasely Crawford, Kent Bernard and shooter Roger Daniel have three each, while eight athletes have achieved two podium finishes, for a total of 12 club members.
Ahead of the 2014 Games, Roger Gibbon, Leslie King, Rodney Wilkes, Brandon Bailey, Wendell Mottley, Benedict Cayenne and Cleopatra Borel were the double medallists. Alexander is the newbie, adding yesterday’s bronze to the silver she had earned in the same event at the 2010 Games in Delhi, India.
Afterwards, T&T’s first medallist here at Glasgow 2014 took a victory run on the back straight with the Red, White and Black blowing behind her. She then joined Jamaican gold medallist Kimberly Williams (14.21m) and English silver medallist Laura Samuel (14.09m) for a spirited victory lap.
“When I got silver in Delhi,” said Alexander, “I didn’t have a flag when the competition was finished. So this was the first time being able to experience taking a victory lap having a T&T flag draped around me. It was a really indescribable moment for me because I feel I was deprived of that in Delhi.
“I got a silver medal there,” she continued, “but just the whole overall feeling of being able to come back, knowing where I came from at the beginning of the season…I was probably counted out. I just thank God. I’m grateful to come and represent T&T another time at Commonwealth Games.”
Alexander endured the cold weather here in Glasgow, brushing aside the 16-degree Celsius conditions to put together a solid series of jumps—13.54m, 13.75m, 13.99m, a wind-assisted 13.53m, 14.01m, and finally, 13.77m.
Alexander and Borel are the only female members of the country’s multi-medallist club. In fact, they are the only women from T&T to have earned precious metal at the Commonwealth Games.
But Alexander is not satisfied. She wants to climb the podium at both the 2015 IAAF World Championships in Beijing, China and the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Alexander knows medal success on the global stage does not come easily, and without calling names, she sent out a strong message to the powers that be.
“I’m hearing that people want medals, so the goal is to get on that podium. I hope the plan is in place to help get me there.”
In the words of Jesus, in Matthew 11:15, “He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.”
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Alexander jumps to Commonwealth bronze (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198398.html)
By JONATHAN RAMNANANSINGH Wednesday, July 30 2014 (T&T Newsday)
AYANNA ALEXANDER became the first Trinidad and Tobago athlete to medal at the 20th edition of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday, when she leapt to bronze in the women’s triple-jump event at Hampden Park Stadium.
Alexander launched a distance of 14.01 metres to secure her precious podium spot, finishing behind eventual winner Kimberly Williams of Jamaica (14.21m) and silver medallist Laura Samuel of England (14.09m). This was also Williams’ season best performance and Samuel’s personal best distance. Alexander third placed showing saw her better her previous qualifying round performance of 13.78m.
More positive news coming out of the athletic camp yesterday was the progression of TT’s three quarter-milers, Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon and Renny Quow, into the Men’s 400m finals. Running out of lane one in semi-final three, Gordon was the fastest qualifier having won his event in 45.37 seconds. Semi-final one saw Solomon seal a finalist spot by finishing second fastest in 45.49. However, Quow and Bahamian Chris Brown (45.55) squeezed into the final as the fastest losers, with the former placing third in semi-final two in 45.47 and the latter, third in semi-final one.
The local trio will vie for Commonwealth glory in today’s 400m final, where they will go up against Olympic champ Kirani James (Grenada), Martyn Rooney (England), Wayde Van Niekerk (South Africa) and Bahamians Latoy Williams and Brown. Quow will be going for gold from lane two, Gordon lane three and Solomon lane seven.
Additionally, Tonya Nero finished 12th in the Women’s 10,000m final after clocking a season’s best time of 35 minutes 48.63 seconds. Winning this event was Joyce Chepkirui in a personal best time of 32:09.35.
In the Men’s 800m round one heats, local athletes Kendis Bullard and Jamaal James just missed out on advancing. Bullard (1:51.57) was sixth in heat two while James (1:51.62) crossed the line fourth in heat four.
In the Women’s 400m hurdles event, nationals Janeil Bellille and Josanne Lucas were unable to progress out their respective heats. In round one of heat one, Lucas was disqualified while Bellille finished fourth in 57.51.
And in the Men’s 110m hurdles round one heats, three of TT’s representatives did not advance to the next stage. Mikel Thomas (13.86s) placed fourth in heat one while Wayne Davis II and Durell Busby did not start in their respective heats due to injury.
Meanwhile, boxer Michael Alexander also inched closer to a coveted podium place when he moved on to the semi-final stage in the Men’s Lightweight (65 kilogram) division yesterday. Alexander traded blows with Bajan Cobia Breedy and emerged victorious on points (90-81). Also in boxing, Aaron Prince will return to the ring today to attempt a semi-final berth when he squares off against Vijender Vijender (India) in the Men’s Middleweight (75kg) quarter-final one.
The national table tennis outfit also showed worth on the opening day of Singles competition as Dexter St Louis, Curtis Humphreys and Rheann Chung all recorded double-wins in their respective Group match-ups, thus advancing to first round which serves off today.
The France-based St Louis opened his Group Three account positively by producing a strong 11- 4, 11-1, 11-3, 11-6 win over Kenyan Michael Owuor Otieno and then followed up with a tight come-from-behind 7-11, 8-11, 12-10, 11-8, 11-8 victory over Bajan Kevin Farley. Humphreys, in Group 22, also powered past Masoud Issa Mtalaso (Republic of Tanzania) 11-5, 11-4, 11-4, 11-7 and Seychelles’ Nicholas Esther 11-8, 11-3, 11-2, 11-8 while Chung, in Group Four of the women’s division, registered wins over Tuvalu Kaimalie Resture (11-3, 11-6, 11-3, 11-3) and Tanzanian Neema Dennis Mwaisyula (11-5, 11-4, 11-5, 11-2).
Youngster, Aaron Wilson showed up in his Men’s Singles Group 30 opener by beating Pakistani Tabish Kurshid 11-5, 11-9, 11-6, 11-9. His following match however, saw the promising player go down 12-10, 13-11, 11-7 to Welshman Daniel O’Connell.
Aleena Edwards shared similar scorelines after she defeated Jersey’s Kelsey Le Maistre 11-6, 7- 11, 11-9, 11-5, 11-4 but lost her second game 6-11, 12-10, 11-6, 11-5, 8-11, 11-8 to Bajan counterpart Krystle Harvey. Meanwhile, Ashley Quashie was eliminated from Group 8, losing 4- 0 to Ganiat Ogundele of Nigeria and 4-1 to Agnes Wiron Ngodoki of Tanzania.
Action continues today with the first rounds of Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles and second round Women’s Singles.
The national netball team lost their fourth consecutive match yesterday, going down 70-24 at the hands of the English. The local squad trailed significantly throughout all four quarters, starting with a ten-point deficit (15-5) at the end of the first period. Things got harder for the “Calypso Girls” as they entered half-time with the score at 27-12.
The third stanza saw the TT outfit add eight more to their tally, but this could not be compared to England’s 20-point haul in this segment (47-20). It was all over for the red, white and black at the final whistle. Joelisa Cooper top scored for TT scoring 13 of her 16 attempts while Joanne Harten netted 35 of her 43 tries.
The girls’ lone victory came in the opening match against Barbados (38-37) but lost the next four against South Africa (56-40), Wales (50-31), Australia (69-34) and England.
In the pool, George Bovell III missed out on medalling at the Commonwealth when he was fifth to touch the wall in the Men’s 50m freestyle finals. The Olympic medallist clocked 22.31 and finished behind English winner Benjamin Proud (21.92), Australians silver and bronze medallists, Cameron McEvoy (22.00) and James Magnussen (22.10) respectively. Yesterday’s result saw the completion of TT’s participants in swim events in Glasgow.
National squash players had a tough time in the Men, Women and Mixed Doubles events, going down in all four matches. The Men’s Doubles Pool D was contested by Colin Ramasra and Kale Wilson, who fell 11-3, 11-4 victim to Scotland’s Alan Clyne/ Harry Leitch. The women’s equivalent saw the pair of Charlotte Knaggs/ Kerrie Sample (11-6, 11-9) fail to get past the Welsh duo of Tesni Evans/ Deon Saffery. TT’s Mixed Doubles teams, Ramasra/ Sample then bowed out of their Pool F Mixed Doubles meeting 11-1, 11-4 against England’s Daryl Selby/ Sarah Kippax while Knaggs/ Wilson were eliminated 11-0, 11-2 by another English team, Peter Barker/ Alison Waters.
And in hockey, TT Men’s team recorded its first ever Commonwealth win by outclassing Malaysia 4-2 in their preliminary match. Three goals from Kwandane Browne in the first half and another from Mickell Pierre saw the red, white and black emerge victorious, with Malaysia finding the back of the net once in the second half.
The national outfit will however, not advance to the next round, having lost to England (6-1), New Zealand (8-0) and Canada (3-1) in their previous matches.
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Michael Alexander secures boxing medal (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Alexander--secures--boxing-medal-269141931.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jul 29, 2014 at 9:51 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Trinidad and Tobago boxer Michael Alexander is guaranteed at least a bronze medal in the Commonwealth Games men’s lightweight division.
Alexander outpointed Barbadian Cobia Breedy at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday to advance to the semi-final round. He will next meet Northern Ireland’s Joe Fitzpatrick for a spot in the final and the opportunity to go for gold. The two losing semi-finalists will be awarded bronze medals.
In a unanimous decision, all three judges scored yesterday’s quarter-final bout 30-27 in favour of Alexander.
At the Tollcross Swimming Centre, George Bovell finished fifth in the men’s 50 metres freestyle final. The T&T swimmer touched the wall in 22.31 seconds. England’s Benjamin Proud clocked 21.92 to take the gold, forcing Australians Cameron McEvoy (22.00) and James Magnussen (22.10) to settle for silver and bronze, respectively.
In athletics, T&T will have full representation in today’s men’s 400m final. Renny Quow will run in lane two, next to Lalonde Gordon, in three, while Jarrin Solomon has been drawn in lane seven.
In yesterday’s semi-final round, at Hampden Park, Gordon produced a strong run on the home straight to win heat three in 45.37 seconds.
Solomon clocked 45.49 for second spot in the opening heat, and also advanced automatically. Quow earned his lane as a “fastest loser” after finishing third in heat two in 45.47.
T&T’s Tonya Nero completed her 25 laps of the track in 35 minutes, 48.63 seconds to finish 12th in the women’s 10,000m. Joyce Chepkirui took gold in 32:09.35, getting the better of her Kenya teammate Florence Kiplagat (32:09.48) in a close finish. Another Kenyan, Emily Chebet (32:10.82) bagged bronze.
Competing in cold conditions during yesterday’s opening session, T&T athletes struggled.
Janeil Bellille and Josanne Lucas exited the women’s 400m hurdles, but for different reasons.
Bellille was fourth in heat three in 57.51 seconds. With only the top two in each heat progressing automatically to the eight-woman final, Bellille’s only chance was to get in as a “fastest loser”. Her clocking, however, was not fast enough, the T&T athlete finishing ninth overall.
Lucas was drawn in the opening heat, but was disqualified for a false start. She now switches her attention to the 100m hurdles. The opening round will be contested tomorrow, and the final on Friday.
“Looking forward to it,” Lucas told the Express. “Everything is leading up to the 100-metre hurdles.”
Mikel Thomas finished 10th overall in the qualifying round of the men’s 110m hurdles, missing out on a berth in the final. The T&T hurdler was fourth in heat one in 13.86 seconds—too slow for a “fastest loser” berth.
Thomas’ T&T teammates, Durell Busby and Wayne Davis were non-starters in the sprint hurdles. Team manager George Comissiong told the Express that both athletes are injured. He said an MRI confirmed Davis’ injury ahead of the event, while Busby felt pain while warming up and opted not to face the starter.
Sixteen half-milers qualified for the semifinal round of the men’s 800m. T&T’s Kendis Bullard and Jamaal James were not among them, neither athlete coping well with cold Glasgow.
Running in heat two, Bullard could only manage sixth spot, returning a time of one minute, 51.57 seconds. James enjoyed a better finish in heat four, getting home fourth, but was slower than Bullard, clocking 1:51.62. Both times, however, were too slow for “fastest loser” qualification.
And in the men’s long jump qualifying event, Kyron Blaise fouled all three attempts and was eliminated.
A first half hat-trick from Kwandwane Browne set up a 4-2 victory for T&T’s hockey men in their pool B clash with Malaysia, at the National Hockey Centre. Browne’s three goals all came from penalty corners, the star player scoring in the 12th, 16th and 35th minutes. Mickell Pierre was also on target for T&T, opening the account in the eighth minute.
T&T were 4-1 ahead at the interval. The second half, however, was scoreless up until the final minute of the game, the Malaysians reducing the deficit with seconds left on the clock.
At the SSE Hydro, T&T gymnast William Albert totalled 75.682 to finish 23rd in men’s all-around qualification, earning a spot in the 24-man final. He is the second reserve for the rings final after finishing 11th in qualifying with a score of 14.200.
In table tennis, T&T players Dexter St Louis, Curtis Humphreys, Rheann Chung and Aleena Edwards have qualified for the knockout phase of the singles events.
St Louis won twice, including a 4-2 triumph over Barbadian Kevin Farley to top his preliminary round men’s singles group. Humphreys also recorded two victories to join St Louis in the round of 64.
In the women’s singles, Chung was victorious twice to advance to the round of 64. Edwards, meanwhile, lost to Barbadian Krystle Harvey.
However, Edwards beat Jersey’s Kelsey le Maistre, and le Maistre defeated Harvey. With all three players getting a victory, Edwards’ superior record in the group matches earned her a passage to the knockout stage.
At the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), the T&T netballers were crushed 70-24 by England. Joanne Harten singlehandedly outscored T&T, the England goal shoot sinking 35 goals from 43 attempts. For T&T, goal attack Joelisa Cooper shot 81 percent--13 goals from 16 attempts.
At the Barry Buddon Shooting Centre, in Carnoustie, T&T shooters Michael Perez and Norris Gomez finished 26th and 33rd, respectively, in the Queen’s Prize individual event.
And in squash, there were defeats for all the T&T doubles pairs on show at Scotstoun Campus. Colin Ramasra and Kale Wilson lost to a Scottish pair in men’s doubles. Charlotte Knaggs and Kerrie Sample went under to Wales in women’s doubles. And in mixed doubles, Ramasra/Sample and Wilson/Knaggs were beaten by England combinations.
Team T&T Today
(All TT times)
4.30 a.m. – Table tennis, doubles
5.05 a.m. – Athletics, Ayanna Alexander, women’s long jump qualifying
5.09 a.m. – Athletics, Rondel Sorrillo, men’s 200 heats
5.16 a.m. – Athletics, Jereem Richards, men’s 200 heats
6.05 a.m. – Athletics, Deandra Daniel, women’s high jump qualifying
6.05 a.m. – Athletics, Kyle Greaux, men’s 200 heats
6.30 a.m. – Athletics, Jehue Gordon, men’s 400 hurdles heats
6.42 a.m. – Athletics, Emanuel Mayers, men’s 400 hurdles heats
7.00 a.m. – Squash, doubles
7.06 a.m. – Athletics, Alena Brooks, women’s 800 heats
7.56 a.m. – Gymnastics, William Albert, men’s all-around final
12.40 p.m. – Table tennis, women’s singles
After 1.30 p.m. - Boxing, Aaron Prince, men’s middleweight quarterfinal
3.30 p.m. - Athletics, Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Renny Quow, men’s 400 final
3.40 p.m. – Athletics, Cleopatra Borel, Annie Alexander, women’s shot put final
4.21 p.m. – Athletics, Reyare Thomas, women’s 200 heats
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Michael Alexander secures boxing medal (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Alexander--secures--boxing-medal-269141931.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jul 29, 2014 at 9:51 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Trinidad and Tobago boxer Michael Alexander is guaranteed at least a bronze medal in the Commonwealth Games men’s lightweight division.
Alexander outpointed Barbadian Cobia Breedy at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday to advance to the semi-final round. He will next meet Northern Ireland’s Joe Fitzpatrick for a spot in the final and the opportunity to go for gold. The two losing semi-finalists will be awarded bronze medals.
In a unanimous decision, all three judges scored yesterday’s quarter-final bout 30-27 in favour of Alexander.
At the Tollcross Swimming Centre, George Bovell finished fifth in the men’s 50 metres freestyle final. The T&T swimmer touched the wall in 22.31 seconds. England’s Benjamin Proud clocked 21.92 to take the gold, forcing Australians Cameron McEvoy (22.00) and James Magnussen (22.10) to settle for silver and bronze, respectively.
In athletics, T&T will have full representation in today’s men’s 400m final. Renny Quow will run in lane two, next to Lalonde Gordon, in three, while Jarrin Solomon has been drawn in lane seven.
In yesterday’s semi-final round, at Hampden Park, Gordon produced a strong run on the home straight to win heat three in 45.37 seconds.
Solomon clocked 45.49 for second spot in the opening heat, and also advanced automatically. Quow earned his lane as a “fastest loser” after finishing third in heat two in 45.47.
T&T’s Tonya Nero completed her 25 laps of the track in 35 minutes, 48.63 seconds to finish 12th in the women’s 10,000m. Joyce Chepkirui took gold in 32:09.35, getting the better of her Kenya teammate Florence Kiplagat (32:09.48) in a close finish. Another Kenyan, Emily Chebet (32:10.82) bagged bronze.
Competing in cold conditions during yesterday’s opening session, T&T athletes struggled.
Janeil Bellille and Josanne Lucas exited the women’s 400m hurdles, but for different reasons.
Bellille was fourth in heat three in 57.51 seconds. With only the top two in each heat progressing automatically to the eight-woman final, Bellille’s only chance was to get in as a “fastest loser”. Her clocking, however, was not fast enough, the T&T athlete finishing ninth overall.
Lucas was drawn in the opening heat, but was disqualified for a false start. She now switches her attention to the 100m hurdles. The opening round will be contested tomorrow, and the final on Friday.
“Looking forward to it,” Lucas told the Express. “Everything is leading up to the 100-metre hurdles.”
Mikel Thomas finished 10th overall in the qualifying round of the men’s 110m hurdles, missing out on a berth in the final. The T&T hurdler was fourth in heat one in 13.86 seconds—too slow for a “fastest loser” berth.
Running in heat two, Bullard could only manage sixth spot, returning a time of one minute, 51.57 seconds. James enjoyed a better finish in heat four, getting home fourth, but was slower than Bullard, clocking 1:51.62. Both times, however, were too slow for “fastest loser” qualification.
4.30 a.m. – Table tennis, doubles
5.05 a.m. – Athletics, Ayanna Alexander, women’s long jump qualifying
5.09 a.m. – Athletics, Rondel Sorrillo, men’s 200 heats
5.16 a.m. – Athletics, Jereem Richards, men’s 200 heats
6.05 a.m. – Athletics, Deandra Daniel, women’s high jump qualifying
6.05 a.m. – Athletics, Kyle Greaux, men’s 200 heats
6.30 a.m. – Athletics, Jehue Gordon, men’s 400 hurdles heats
6.42 a.m. – Athletics, Emanuel Mayers, men’s 400 hurdles heats
7.00 a.m. – Squash, doubles
7.06 a.m. – Athletics, Alena Brooks, women’s 800 heats
7.56 a.m. – Gymnastics, William Albert, men’s all-around final
12.40 p.m. – Table tennis, women’s singles
After 1.30 p.m. - Boxing, Aaron Prince, men’s middleweight quarterfinal
3.30 p.m. - Athletics, Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Renny Quow, men’s 400 final
3.40 p.m. – Athletics, Cleopatra Borel, Annie Alexander, women’s shot put final
4.21 p.m. – Athletics, Reyare Thomas, women’s 200 heats
http://www.socawarriors.net/forum/index.php?topic=62877.0
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Surprise us Guys!!!!!
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The world champion is here
Jehue Gordon cruised into the men's 400 metres hurdles final. The reigning world champion clocked 49.42 seconds to finish first in heat one, advancing as the second fastest qualifier.
http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Commonwealth-2014-LIVE-UPDATES----268785521.html
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See how the Express readers feel about T&T performance so far at the Commonwealth games. I agree with the majority :beermug:
http://www.trinidadexpress.com/home/poll/269206861.html?t=a&mr=1&submit=Submit&oid=2&pid=269206861&pollpg=y&cid=3031
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Big up Lalonde on the run. Bronze and a season's best of 44.78
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Congrats to Gordon on winning the bronze :beermug:
Next is Jehue chance to bring home a medal tomorrow
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I agree we are disappointed. But this is not the time to chinks on funding for these athletes. We need to double the funding for these athletes. They track athletes need their seperate facilities. They can be having to depend on when HCS is available because of some big fete, etc.
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I agree we are disappointed. But this is not the time to chinks on funding for these athletes. We need to double the funding for these athletes. They track athletes need their seperate facilities. They can be having to depend on when HCS is available because of some big fete, etc.
I understand your points but understand the people of TT frustration with so many of our athletes failing to get past the first round in Athletics and other sports in the competition. The hockey team was killed 14-0 by India. Some fans will say its a waste of money to send teams and athletes who are not prepared.
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Video of Jehue Gordon winning his 400H heat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CVUL7ciSMo&list=UUq41NCQbZkltZT03P11jE_g
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Well done Gordon. I was hoping for two medals but Solomon looked like he couldn't find that extra gear. Good show by T&T.
Quow pulled up so now we have to see if he available for the relay.
I now see the shit Sorillo do. Ease up at the line and get passed. I think he is the last qualifier.
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I agree we are disappointed. But this is not the time to chinks on funding for these athletes. We need to double the funding for these athletes. They track athletes need their seperate facilities. They can be having to depend on when HCS is available because of some big fete, etc.
:thumbsup:
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Big up Lalonde on the run. Bronze and a season's best of 44.78
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Lalonde could have won silver if he went out slightly faster or if the race was 5 metres longer.
Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
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Well done Gordon. I was hoping for two medals but Solomon looked like he couldn't find that extra gear. Good show by T&T.
Quow pulled up so now we have to see if he available for the relay.
I now see the shit Sorillo do. Ease up at the line and get passed. I think he is the last qualifier.
Unprofessional, he is lucky to be in the semis
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http://www.youtube.com/v/hcoh5XK2chY
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
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Congrats to Cleopatra Borel. Silver in shot put. Of course, Valerie Adams of NZ won. Cleo has been a very consistent medalist for TT. God Bless.
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
STMB his Dad's passport has to be re instated first then he can get his and you know the immigration bacchanal going on in Trinidad
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Congrats to Cleopatra Borel. Silver in shot put. Of course, Valerie Adams of NZ won. Cleo has been a very consistent medalist for TT. God Bless.
Congrats to Ms Cleopatra Borel! T&T is proud of you! I hope to see video footage of her performance. Its a shame most of these field events don't get uploaded on youtube.
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
Cedeonio has been back in Trinidad for no more than 2 days and it would have been a bad idea to force the yute to run in the Games. A simple expedia search shows the shortest flight time at 17 hours and there is also an 8 hour time difference to deal with. This is no seasoned pro, so that would have taken some serious over coming to be ready in 3 days. Young machel is exactly where he needs to be. In T&T breezing out.
Agreed with the point that Roudette should have been included for the relays despite his shortcomings in the open race.
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Men's 400m final
https://www.youtube.com/v/hcoh5XK2chY
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
Cedeonio has been back in Trinidad for no more than 2 days and it would have been a bad idea to force the yute to run in the Games. A simple expedia search shows the shortest flight time at 17 hours and there is also an 8 hour time difference to deal with. This is no seasoned pro, so that would have taken some serious over coming to be ready in 3 days. Young machel is exactly where he needs to be. In T&T breezing out.
Agreed with the point that Roudette should have been included for the relays despite his shortcomings in the open race.
Okay what you say about Cedenio being ready in 3 days makes sense.
Regards Roudette I believe they wanted to include him in the relay squad but couldn't because of passport problems. He does not yet have his T&T passport. If T&T was like Nigeria this would have been sorted in a matter of days ages ago.
Lalonde Gordon seems to be our best "cold weather" 400m sprinter especially where Major Champs are concerned. He hasn't been performing particularly well on the 400m T&F circuit this season but always seems to reliably show up with the goods at Major Champs and I like that about him.
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Commonwealth Games 2014
Borel, Gordon light up T&T camp with medals (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-07-30/borel-gordon-light-tt-camp-medals)
Published: Thursday, July 31, 2014
By Rachael Thomspon-King (T&T Guardian)
The cold Scottish air could not cool down Cleopatra Borel and Lalonde Gordon as the duo went on to nab two more medals to make it three for T&T at the Commonwealth Games, yesterday. This was at Hampden Park Stadium in Glasgow.
Borel copped the silver in the women’s shot put event while Gordon bagged the bronze in the men’s 400 metres final.
“It feels awesome I’m really proud and happy to bring a medal home for T&T. For our team, each medal is precious so to be able to do my job I feel happy. I wish that I could do more,” said a beaming Borel, whose second attempt of 18.57 metres brought glory.
Despite being happy with her medal, Borel was her biggest critic, still feeling that she could have done better.
“Today I was not technically strong like I have been in the last couple of weeks.
She also confessed that she tried too hard on the last throw to get past Valerie Adams of New Zealand, the Olympic and world champion, whose second toss won her the gold, saying: “I ended up on the floor.”
Canadian Julie Labonte took the bronze with a season’s best 17.58.
T&T’s other competitor in the event, Annie Alexander fouled on each of her three attempts.
The temperature dropped to 16 degrees Celsius but the track was left scorching after the 400m final. Gordon crossed in 44.78 seconds behind favourite and eventual gold medallist Kirani James (44.24) of Grenada and South African Wayde van Niekerk (44.68), who won the silver.
“I kept telling myself keep going, keep going. My hamstring was a little tight from the cold but I decided to take it easy and feed off the crowd and it worked for me,” said Gordon.
T&T’ other finalists Jarrin Solomon placed sixth while Renny Quow pulled up some 150 metres from the line, holding his left thigh and limped off.
“We were hoping for a one-two-three like the Jamaicans girls but it didn’t happen I am just happy to make the country proud again.”
Gordon, Solomon and Quow are members of the 4x400m team which is expected to race tomorrow in the relays.
Gordon, who was seen chatting with Quow, as he limped off the track assured that Quow is fine. “He just felt a little tightness because of the coldness.
“We have a good team. I feel we will take the gold,” said Gordon.
Jehue Gordon cruised into the final of the 400m hurdles, clocking 49.42 to top the opening heat while Emanuel Mayers’ 50.51 was not quick enough to get him into the medal race.
Gordon, the world champion, got out well from the blocks cleared each hurdle with such that it was clear to see he would take the heat easily, basically strolling over the line.
The world champion said it was not as easy as it looked, having to battle with the chill that had moved in for much of the morning session.
“It’s my first Commonwealth Games. And it’s just to give my best. It was a good race, executed good with a few minor mistakes but that could be sorted out,” said Gordon.
“The final is about the best execution I could.” He will get that chance today at 3.15 pm.
He noted that the local camp got thirsty for medals after Ayanna Alexander won this country’s first medal on Tuesday.
“People want medals. The team hasn’t been performing the way the public expected but it’s just the way how sport is. Nothing is guaranteed and at the end of day, it is the best of the region we are competing against.”
Alexander was back in action yesterday in the long jump. However, she was unable to make it out of the qualification round. Her best jump was 5.77 which placed her 13th.
Deandra Daniel also attempted the high jump but fell short. She cleared the bar at 1.76m to place 17th.
Both Kyle Greaux and Rondell Sorillo got through to the 200m semifinals round, with the former returning a time of 20.79 to finish third in the 10th and final heat as one of the fastest losers. Sorillo took the final qualifying spot in 20.98 also placing third in the second heat.
Jereem Richards was eliminated despite finishing third in heat three in 21.13.
In the women’s version, Reyare Thomas qualified for the semifinals, clocking 23.25 to finish third in heat two. She will line up in second semifinal heat from lane eight today at 1.13 (T&T time)
Aleena Brooks, the lone local runner in the 800m, made an early exit, crossing in 2:06.33 to place sixth in her heat and was 21st overall.
Table Tennis
Dexter St Louis and his step-daughter Rheann Chung suffered a 3-1 (11-4, 11-9, 9-11, 11-4) beating by Indian duo Amlaraj Anthony Arputhara and Suhas Madhurika Patkar in the round of 32 mixed doubles competition.
Earlier, the T&T duo beat Dinesh Deshappriya and Hansani Piumila of Sri Lanka to advance from the round of 64.
In the round of 128 of the mixed doubles, T&T pair Aaron Wilson and Catherine Spicer beat Kane Watson and Yvonne Foster of Jamaica, 3-0 (11-9, 11-9, 11-7).
Curtis Humphreys and Ashley Quashie fell to Wales Conor Edwards and Angharad Phillips, 3-2 (5-11), 7-11, 11-9, 11-4, 11-8) while Aleena Edwards and Yuvraaj Dookram suffered the same fate to S Akayade and Celia Baah-Danso (3-2), 11-8, 3-11, 13-15, 11-7, 11-3.
Squash
Colin Ramasra and Kale Wilson lost to Scott Fitzgerald and David Haley, (2-0) 11-3, 11-6 group play in the men’s doubles competition.
In the women’s doubles, local duo Charlotte Knaggs and Kerri Sample failed to make it out of the Pool stages, losing their final two matches to Lynette Val and Eli Webb of Papua Nu Guinea, 2-1 (11-6, 10-11, 11-10) and Englishwomen Jenny Duncalf and Laura Massaro 2-0 (11-2, 11-4).
While in the mixed doubles, Ramasra partnered with Sample and topped Xavier Koeni and Vanessa Florens (Mauritius), 2-0 (11-3, 11-5) to have a win and a loss following Tuesday’s defeat to England.
Netball
The national netball team heads back to the SECC today to face hosts Scotland in the ninth and 10th playoff match in the 12-team competition. Also Barbados will battle St Lucia in the 11th and 12th playoff match.
Boxing
Aaron Prince’s journey at the 20th edition of the games came to end when he was beaten by Indian fighter Vijender Singh in the middleweight (75 kg) division in a unanimous decision.
Medals Standings
Team G S B
England 38 35 32
Australia 35 32 39
Canada 22 7 22
Scotland 13 12 14
New Zealand 12 10 14
India 10 19 12
South Africa 9 10 12
Nigeria 6 5 8
Kenya 5 5 2
Jamaica 5 3 4
Wales 4 10 13
Singapore 4 1 1
Malaysia 3 5 5
Cyprus 2 3 2
Cameroon 1 3 2
Papua N’Guinea 1 1 0
Grenada 1 0 1
Kiribati 1 0 0
Pakistan 0 2 1
Samoa 0 2 1
T&T 0 1 2
Northern Ireland 0 1 1
Sri Lanka 0 1 0
Isle of Man 0 1 0
Bangladesh 0 1 0
Bahamas 0 1 0
Mozambique 0 1 0
Namibia 0 0 2
Fiji 0 0 1
Uganda 0 0 1
Mauritius 0 0 1
Ghana 0 0 1
Barbados 0 0 1
Zambia 0 0 1
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This journalist JONATHAN RAMNANANSINGH of the T&T Newsday does not seem do proper research before writing his reports on athletics. He mentioned that in the Men’s 200m all three medal hopefuls Rondel Sorrillo, Jereem Richards and Kyle Greaux did not make it out of their respective heats when the reality is that both Rondel Sorrillo and Kyle Greaux made it thru to the Semi-Finals as fastest losers and will be running later today.
Borel, Lalonde strike silver and bronze (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198434.html)
By JONATHAN RAMNANANSINGH Thursday, July 31 2014 (T&T Newsday)
Trinidad and Tobago athletes, Cleopatra Borel and Lalonde Gordon, added two more medals to this nation’s XX Commonwealth Games tally when the former earned Women’s shot put silver and the latter held on to Men’s 400m bronze when competition continued in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday.
Borel achieved a runner-up distance of 18.57 metres on her second attempt, having thrown the sphere 17.63m on her first attempt and 18.15m on her third try.
She finished behind eventual winner, Valerie Adams of New Zealand, who won with a distance of 19.88m. Bagging bronze with a season best 17.58m throw was Canadian Julie Labonte. Also flying the red, white and black in this event was Annie Alexander who finished without attaining an official mark.
Meanwhile, running out of lane three in the Men’s 400m, Gordon seemed to have a tough start coming out of the blocks, but finished strongly with about 50m to go in clocking a season’s best time of 44.78 seconds. Olympic gold medallist, Kirani James (Grenada) proved to be a cut above the rest by copping gold in 44.24s and shattering the Games’ record. South African Wayde Van Niekerk also got the better of Gordon as he held on to silver in 44.68s. TT athlete Jarrin Solomon, running out of lane seven, could only muster up a sixth place performance in 45.82s while Renny Quow did not finish the race.
Both Borel and Gordon’s podium places sent the 2014 national Commonwealth medal tally to three thus far, joining Ayanna Alexander’s bronze (14.01m) which she bagged in the triple jump event on Tuesday.
However, TT is certain to receive another medal, this time from Men’s Lightweight (60kg) boxing, as local Michael Alexander squares off against Joe Fitzpatrick (Northern Ireland) in tomorrow’s second semi-final clash. If Alexander is victorious, he advances to the final to vie for gold or silver. But if he loses, Alexander and the loser of the other semi-final will both receive bronze.
In other boxing news yesterday, Aaron Prince was unable to qualify for the semi-finals of the Men’s Middleweight (75kg) after going down to Indian athlete, Vijender Vijender. The 28-year-old national was out-pointed 30-27, 30-26, 29-28 in his three rounds of competition.
In other athletics news, reigning World Championships 400m hurdles gold medallist Jehue Gordon advanced to semi-finals of his pet event by qualifying with the fastest time in his round one heat. Gordon clocked a speedy 49.42s to progress. Emmanuel Mayers (50.51s) also vied for a semi-finalist spot in the 400m hurdles but finished fifth fastest in Heat Three and did not advance.
Tuesday’s medallist Alexander, was unable to secure another podium place in the Women’s long jump having produced a leap of 5.77m. This was the 13th best time in her heat and she did not move on to the next round.
Meanwhile, Men’s 200m medal hopefuls Rondel Sorrillo, Jereem Richards and Kyle Greaux did not make it out of their respective heats. The trio finished third fastest in their respective heats with Sorrillo clocking 20.98s, Richards 21.13s and Greaux 20.79s. In the women’s equivalent, Reyare Thomas attained a spot in the semi-finals when she finished with the third fastest and season best time of 23.25s in round one Heat Two. She vies for a place in the final today. And in Heat Two of the Women’s 800m, local Aleena Brooks failed to qualify for the following round as she finished sixth fastest in 2:06.33.
In table tennis action, TT’s Men’s Doubles team of Curtis Humphreys and Dexter St Louis advanced to the third round with two consecutive wins in previous round matches. In their opening clash against Pakistan, Humphreys/ St Louis emerged victorious 11-8, 11-1, 11-2 and then followed up with another win against Guyana. The TT unit disposed of the South Americans 12-14, 11-7, 9-11, 11-8, 11-4 and will meet Suriname today. TT’s second Men’s Doubles team, Yuvraaj Dookram and Aaron Wilson also won their first match 11-5, 11-8, 11-8 against Dominica but were eliminated 3-0 by India in their next fixture.
Also bowing out of contention were this nation’s Mixed Doubles teams and Women’s Singles participants. The pair of Dookram and Aleena Edwards was the first to go, losing 3-2 against Ghanaian duo Samuel Akayade and Celia Baah-Danso in the Mixed Doubles. Humphreys and Ashley Quashie followed soon after as they also went down 3-2 to Welsh team, Conor Edwards and Angharad Phillips. Local team, Wilson and Catherine Spicer managed to win their first round encounter 3-0 (11-9, 11-9, 11-7) against Jamaica but were ousted 3-0 in the next round by Indians Anthony Arputharaj/ Madhurika Suhas Patkar. The experience of St Louis and Rheann Chung saw them win their opener 9-11, 11-6, 11-3, 8-11, 11-7 against Sri Lankans Dinesh Deshappriya/Hansani Piumila but bow out in the next match, losing 3-1 to Indians Arputharaj/Patkar.
Chung and Edwards were also booted out of Singles contention in their respective first round matches with the former falling 4-1 victim to Welsh player, Naomi Owen, and the latter beaten 4-0 by Malaysian Lee Wei Beh.
Additionally, the national contingent bowed out off the Men, Women and Mixed Doubles squash divisions with opening round losses yesterday. In the male division, Colin Ramasra and Kale Wilson lost 2-0 to a Welsh pair; Charlotte Knaggs and Kerrie Sample failed (2-1) to get past a Papua New Guinea outfit and then lost another (2-0) to England; while Wilson/ Knaggs went down 2-0 to Malta in their Pool D Mixed Doubles match and Ramasra/ Sample losing out 2-0 to Mauritius.
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DOUBLE STRIKE
Medals for Borel, Gordon (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/DOUBLE-STRIKE-269318451.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Jul 30, 2014 at 11:39 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Cleopatra Borel and Lalonde Gordon added to Trinidad and Tobago’s Commonwealth Games medal account, at Hampden Park, here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday.
Borel produced an 18.57 metres throw to snare silver in the women’s shot put. And earlier in the session, Gordon captured men’s 400 metres bronze--the same colour earned by Ayanna Alexander in Tuesday’s women’s triple jump.
“It feels amazing to bring home this medal,” Borel told the Express, “simply because we’ve had some disappointments with the team.”
Borel knows about Commonwealth disappointment. At the 2002 Manchester Games, she was in tears after finishing fourth. But the T&T thrower ensured there would be no more near misses, earning bronze at the 2006 Melbourne Games, and improving to silver at the Delhi Games four years ago. Yesterday, she claimed medal number three.
New Zealand’s Valerie Adams secured her third gold medal, and now has four in total, the reigning world and Olympic champion dominating her rivals with a big 19.88m effort. Canadian Julie Labonte threw 17.58m to take bronze.
After the competition, Borel paid tribute to her coach, Ismael Lopez Mastrapa.
“I’m really happy that Mastrapa has coached me in a way that my average permits me to come out on the tough days and still bring home medals for Trinidad and Tobago.”
Yesterday was one of those days. Borel had problems with her technique, and was unable to approach the 19-metre mark. She made a huge effort in the sixth and final round to land a big one, but tried too hard and fell out of the circle.
“It was really quite cold, and I think that between the cold and the pressure…I fell. I don’t fall. I’ve been having so many good, consistent meets over 18.90, and I wanted my level to remain high. I wanted to throw further, but that’s what it was today, so I can’t complain.”
Borel is the first woman and one of only five T&T athletes with at least three Commonwealth Games medals, joining an esteemed group, headed by Edwin Roberts with five. Hasely Crawford, Kent Bernard and Roger Daniel are the other three-medal members of that elite club.
Gordon produced his fastest time this season, 44.78 seconds, to take one-lap bronze. Grenada’s Kirani James struck gold in a Games record time of 44.24, while silver was captured by South Africa’s Wayde van Niekerk in 44.68.
Gordon finished strong, making a valiant attempt to snatch silver. The Olympic bronze medallist closed the gap on van Niekirk on the home straight, but could not catch him. The big effort, however, was rewarded with bronze.
“Any medal I get it’s the same feeling,” Gordon told the Express. “The main purpose is to go out there and medal. That’s what I always want to do.
“I was happy to come out there,” he continued, “give my all, and have a season’s best. I thank God. Another healthy race, so it’s just to celebrate and rest up.”
Gordon’s T&T teammate, Jarrin Solomon finished sixth in 45.82 seconds.
“It’s just the legs didn’t have it today,” said Solomon. “Gave it my best shot and it wasn’t to be.”
The third T&T quartermiler in the final, Renny Quow felt tightness in his legs and did not finish the race.
“I came out there and tried to get a medal, but stuff like this happens. I didn’t want to risk getting hurt.”
Quow is hopeful, though, he’ll be ready to play a role in the 4x400m relay. The heats take place tomorrow (Friday), and the final on Saturday.
Gordon believes the T&T 4x4 men can make a big impression here in Glasgow.
“We have a strong relay team. We’re trying to get a new national record. Hopefully, 2:56/2:57.”
If they succeed in their bid to better the two minutes, 58.34 seconds T&T standard, there’s a strong likelihood Gordon will make a second trip to the Hampden Park podium.
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Jehue bids for gold (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Jehue-bids-for-gold-269317081.html)
By Kwame Laurence in Glasgow
Story Created: Jul 30, 2014 at 11:27 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Jehue Gordon will bid for gold in today’s Commonwealth Games men’s 400 metres hurdles final, at Hampden Park here in Glasgow, Scotland.
In the first qualifying heat, yesterday, Gordon was in front coming off the final turn, and stayed there, securing victory in 49.42 seconds. Jamaican Annsert Whyte clocked 49.58 to finish second, also earning an automatic berth in the final.
“Felt good,” Gordon told the Express. “No complaints. I’m much healthier than I was earlier in the season. We’ve already put in the work in the pre-camp leading up to Glasgow.”
Gordon shut down in the dying stages of the race, but then put out a little extra at the very end to ensure he was not passed.
“I realised they were coming back on me, and I didn’t want to give up the top two qualifying spots and jeopardise a good lane (in the final).”
Gordon was the second fastest qualifier, heat two winner Cornel Fredericksof South Africa heading the list with a 49.26 run.
“Time isn’t really important,” said Gordon. “This is my first Commonwealth Games. Being in the final is already surpassing expectations for me because even though I’m the world champ, I’ve never been at the Commonwealth Games. It’s a different experience—the younger guys, the ones who never attained any medal, they’re hungry. They’re trying to get on that rostrum too.”
In heat three, T&T’s Emanuel Mayers was fifth in 50.51seconds and 13th overall, missing out on the eight-man championship race.
In the women’s 200m, Reyare Thomas finished third in heat two in 23.25 seconds to qualify for the semifinal round. The T&T sprinter advanced sixth fastest.
Kyle Greaux and Rondel Sorrillo are through to the semis of the men’s 200m. Both advanced via the “fastest loser” route.
Greaux finished third in the 10th and final heat in 20.79 seconds to progress as the fastest of the four “fastest losers” that advanced. Sorrillo was the slowest of the four, clocking 20.98 for third spot in heat two. Jereem Richards was third in heat three in 21.13, and did not qualify for the semifinal round.
Deandra Daniel cleared the bar at 1.76m to finish 17th in the women’s high jump qualifying competition. The top 12 progressed to the final.
In the women’s 800m, Alena Brooks returned a time of two minutes, 06.33 seconds to finish sixth in heat two and 21st overall. Sixteen half-milers moved on to the semis.
And women’s triple jump bronze medallist Ayanna Alexander exited the long jump event at the qualifying stage. Her 5.77m leap earned her 23rd spot.
At the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), T&T boxer Aaron Prince exited in the men’s middleweight division, losing a unanimous points decision to two-time Commonwealth Games medallist Vijender Singh. The Indian is into the semis, and assured of a third item of precious metal.
At the SSE Hydro, T&T gymnast William Albert produced a score of 70.331 to finish last in the 24-man men’s all-around final.
At Scotstoun Campus, table tennis players Rheann Chung and Aleena Edwards exited in the round of 32 in the women’s singles. Chung suffered an 11-5, 11-9, 9-11, 11-9, 11-8 defeat at the hands of Naomi Owen, of Wales, while Edwards was beaten at 4, 4, 6 and 4 by Malaysia’s Beh Lee Wei.
In men’s doubles, Dexter St Louis and Curtis Humphreys won against Pakistan to set up a clash with the Guyana team of Paul David and Idi Lewis. The T&T pair won 12-14, 11-7, 9-11, 11-8, 11-4 to progress to the round of 16. Yuvraaj Dookram and Aaron Wilson successfully negotiated their first round contest with Dominica, before losing to India in the round of 32.
In mixed doubles, St Louis and Chung beat a pair from Sri Lanka 3-2 to reach the round of 32, but were then beaten 3-1 by an Indian combination. Wilson and fellow-teenager Catherine Spicer outplayed Jamaicans Kane Watson and Yvonne Foster to reach the round of 64, where they lost to the same Indian pair that went on to defeat St Louis and Chung. Humphreys and Ashley Quashie were stopped by Ghana in the opening round, the same stage at which Dookram and Edwards lost to Wales.
Also at Scotstoun Campus, T&T squash players Colin Ramasra and Kerrie Sample beat a pair from Mauritius in the mixed doubles. Kale Wilson and Charlotte Knaggs, however, lost to Malta. In women’s doubles, Knaggs and Sample were defeated by Papua New Guinea and England. And in men’s doubles, Ramasra and Wilson lost to a pair from Wales.
Team T&T Today
(All TT times)
5.30 a.m. – Table tennis, women’s & men’s doubles, men’s singles
6.30 a.m. – Squash, mixed doubles
1.13 p.m. – Athletics, Reyare Thomas, women’s 200 semis
1.32 p.m. – Athletics, Rondel Sorrillo, men’s 200semis
1.38 p.m. – Athletics, Kyle Greaux, men’s 200semis
2.00 p.m. – Hockey, Women vs Wales
2.15 p.m. – Netball vs Scotland
3.15 p.m. – Athletics, Jehue Gordon, men’s 400 hurdles final
3.30 p.m. – Athletics, Annie Alexander, women’s discus qualifying
4.42 p.m. – Athletics, Deborah John, women’s 100 hurdles heats
4.49 p.m. – Athletics, Josanne Lucas, women’s 100 hurdles heats
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/mens-400m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Men's 400m - Official Results
Wednesday 30th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Men's 400m Final | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Sbd5x12WNfM
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kirani James Grn 44.24 GR
2 Wayde Van Niekerk SA 44.68
3 Lalonde Gordon TTO 44.78 SB
4 Martyn Rooney Eng 45.15
5 Latoy Williams Brb 45.63
6 Jarrin Williams TTO 45.82
7 Renny Quow TTO DNF
8 Chris Brown Brb DNS
Men's 400m Semi Final 1 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Xa2SJm5wgHQ
Rank Name Country Time
1 Martyn Rooney Eng 45.22 Q
2 Jarrin Solomon Tri 45.49 Q
3 Chris Brown Bah 45.55 q
4 Rusheen McDonald Jam 5.95
5 Bralon Taplin Grn 46.68
6 Philip Osei Can 47.16
7 Pako Seribe Bot 47.43
8 Mitchel Davis Dma 47.49
Men's 400m Semi Final 2 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/u1Qxjq8Hpy4
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kirani James Grn 45.14 Q
2 Wayde van Niekerk SA 45.41 Q
3 Renny Quow Tri 45.47 q
4 Michael Bingham Eng 45.71
5 Akheem Gauntlett Jam 46.16
6 Daundre Barnaby Can 46.28
7 Stephan James Guy 46.35
8 Emmanuel Tugumisirize Uga 46.57
Men's 400m Semi Final 3 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/SpraurWf_Iw
Rank Name Country Time
1 Lalonde Gordon Tri 45.37 Q
2 Latoy Williams Bah 45.44 Q
3 Isaac Makwala Bot 45.57
4 Winston George Guy 46.38
5 Nigel Levine Eng 46.57
6 Mike Robertson Can 47.30
7 Saviour Kombe Zam 47.70
8 Steven Solomon Aus DNF
Q= Qualifies for final
q= Qualifies for final as fastest loser
DNF = Did not finish
DNS= Did not start
DQ = Disqualified
GR= Games record
PB = Personal best
SB = Season best
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Final
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kirani James Grn 44.24 GR
2 Wayde Van Niekerk SA 44.68
3 Lalonde Gordon TTO 44.78 SB
4 Martyn Rooney Eng 45.15
5 Latoy Williams Brb 45.63
6 Jarrin Williams TTO 45.82
7 Renny Quow TTO DNF
8 Chris Brown Brb DNS
Who is Jarrin Williams?
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/womens-shot-put
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Women's Shot Put - Official Results
Wednesday 30th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Final
Rank Name Country Time
1 Valerie Adams Nzl x 19.88 19.58 x 19.76 19.79 19.88
2 Cleopatra Borel TTO 17.63 18.57 18.15 x x x 18.57
3 Julie Labonte Can 17.25 17.09 17.12 17.31 17.43 17.58 17.58
4 Rachel Wallader Eng 15.83 16.83 16.33 x 16.68 15.6 16.83 PB
5 Sophie Mckinna Eng 15.55 15.86 16.59 15.3 16.11 15.36 16.59
6 Eden Francis Eng x 16.54 16.57 16.18 x 16.34 16.57
7 Auriol Dongmo Mekemnang Cmr 16.5 16.34 16.27 x 15.84 16.07 16.5 NR
8 Kirsty Yates Sco 16.42 x 15.85 x x x 16.42 PB
9 Nwanneka Okwelogu Ngr 15.13 14.53 14.2 15.13 PB
10 Alison Rodger Sco 14.76 x x 14.76
11 Kim Mulhall Aus 14.5 14.55 14.35 14.55
Annie Alexander Tto x x x NM
PB = Best performance of the athlete
NR = National Record
NM = No mark
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/mens-200m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Men's 200m Heats - Official Results
Wednesday 30th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 1 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Yzke0j9gMU0
Rank Name Country Time
1 Ncincilili Titi SA 20.66 Q
2 Ratu Banuve Tabakaucoro Fij 21.04 Q
3 Bruno Matsenjwa Swz 21.08
4 Timothy Abeyie Gha 21.12
5 Brijesh Lawrence Skn 21.21
6 Nelson Stone Png 21.51
7 Jerai Torres Gib 22.95
Lester Ryan Msr DQ
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 2 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/3sefjtTsT5Y
Rank Name Country Time
1 Mosito Lehata Les 20.68 Q
2 Winston George Guy 20.88 Q
3 Rondel Sorrillo TTO 20.98 q
4 Adeseye Ogunlewe Ngr 21.11
5 Solomon Bockarie Sle 21.45
6 Lee Chengwei Sin 21.87
7 Collins Omae Gichana Ken 21.90
8 Reuberth Boyde Vig 22.23
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 3 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/8Azwj4Jge9w
Rank Name Country Time
1 Warren Weir Jam 20.71 Q
2 Daniel Bailey Atg 20.74 Q
3 Jereem Richards TTO 21.13
4 Neddy Marie Sey 21.78
5 Courtney Williams Vig 21.94
Idrissa Adam Cmr DNS
Shaquoy Stephens Bvi DNS
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 4 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Arv73wQSTGI
Rank Name Country Time
1 Danny Talbot Eng 20.56 Q
2 Brendon Rodney Can 20.77 Q
3 Emmanual Dasor Gha 21.06
4 Titus Mukhala Zam 21.20
5 Muhammad Naqib Bin Asmin Sin 21.90
6 Rosen Daniel Lca 22.06
7 Golden Gunde Maw 22.39
Shanoi Richardson Ana DNS
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 5 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/Rxu4sJNyPAM
Rank Name Country Time
1 Andre de Grasse Can 20.56 Q
2 Akani Simbine SA 20.77 Q
3 Leon Reid Nir 20.97 q
4 Solomon Afful Gha 21.02
5 Stephan James Guy 21.08
6 Eddie Hereme Sam 22.07
7 Arlen Skerritt Msr 24.37
Tom Druce Gue DNS
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 6 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/gupEqziOGiE
Rank Name Country Time
1 Gavin Smellie Can 20.74 Q
2 Wayde van Niekerk SA 20.84 Q
3 Kevin Moore Mlt 21.07
4 Hassan Saaid Mdv 21.38
5 Lestrod Roland Skn 21.42
6 Theo Piniau Png 21.77
7 Mark Anderson Blz 22.37
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 7 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/d_J4zs05qbY
Rank Name Country Time
1 Jason Livermore Jam 20.71 Q
2 James Ellington Eng 20.73 Q
3 Adam Harris Guy 21.19
4 Harold Houston Ber 21.39
5 Tyrell Cuffy Cay 21.75
6 Michael Wilson Grn 21.90
7 Hussain Inaas Mdv 22.78
Mlandvo Shongwe Swz DQ
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 8 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/g315y0E4S9Q
Rank Name Country Time
1 Rasheed Dwyer Jam 20.59 Q
2 Christopher Clarke Eng 20.71 Q
3 Jarrod Geddes Aus 21.03
4 Jonathan Permal Mri 21.21
5 Kasheem Colbourne Atg 21.92
6 Wadly Jean Tci 22.26
Alphonse Binam Nlend Cmr DQ
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 9 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/j4wWSE_KVQw
Rank Name Country Time
1 Antoine Adams Skn 20.88 Q
2 Teray Smith Bah 20.91 Q
3 Joel Redhead Grn 20.97 q
4 Corneil Lionel Lca 21.30
5 Leeroy Henriette Sey 21.75
6 Kimorie Shearman Vig 21.85
7 David Hamil Cay 22.02
Men's 200m Round 1 Heat 10 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/P5yRdfHcKgs
Rank Name Country Time
1 Michael Mathieu Bah 20.55 Q
2 Carvin Nkanata Ken 20.65 Q
3 Kyle Greaux TTO 20.79 q
4 Obinna Metu Ngr 21.19
5 Julius Morris Msr 21.44
6 Ruwan Gunasinghe Png 22.44
Masbah Ahmmed Ban DQ
First two in each heat qualify (Q) and the next four fastest (q) advance to the semi-finals.
Q = Qualified DQ = Disqualified
Next Event: Men's 200m Semi-finals, Thurday 31st July, 18:25 - 18:30
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/womens-200m
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Women's 200m Heats - Official Results
Wednesday 30th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Women's 200m Round 1 Heat 1 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/vEQbnbtcoxc
Rank Name Country Time
1 Blessing Okagbare Ngr 22.99 Q
2 Kineke Alexander Svg 23.44 Q
3 Shai-Anne Davis Can 23.51 Q
4 Kaina Martinez Biz 24.54
5 Gemma Acheampong Gha 24.90
6 Joanne Loutoy Sey 25.85
7 Michaela Kargbo Sle 25.89
Women's 200m Round 1 Heat 2 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/l8TEUpJXGNs
Rank Name Country Time
1 Bianca Williams Eng 22.97 Q
2 Samantha Henry-Robinson Jam 23.18 Q
3 Reyare Thomas TTO 23.25 Q
4 Toea Wisil Png 24.26
5 Veronica ShantiPereira Sin 24.31
6 Catherine Eke Sle 24.76
7 Patricia Taea Cok 26.14
Women's 200m Round 1 Heat 3 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/P2cwti-ijgY
Rank Name Country Time
1 Anneisha Mclaughlin Jam 23.27 Q
2 Crystal Carly-Kristen Emmanuel Can 23.54 Q
3 Ella Nelson Aus 23.57 Q
4 Karene King Ivb 24.22
5 Doreen Agyei Gha 25.27
6 Shirley Vunatup Png 25.79
7 Shirin Akter Ban 26.41
Women's 200m Round 1 Heat 4 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/eo3rN6k-DkQ
Rank Name Country Time
1 Schillonie Calvert Jam 23.14 Q
2 Anyika Onuora Eng 23.19 Q
3 Nivea Smith Bah 23.48 Q
4 Anna Ramona Papaioannou Cyp 23.61 q
5 Joanilla Janvier Mri 25.30
6 Younis Bese Fij 25.84
Women's 200m Round 1 Heat 5 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/GxnMb3t_Dvs
Rank Name Country Time
1 Jodie Williams Eng 23.42 Q
2 Janet Amponsah Gha 24.05 Q
3 Ashley Kelly Ivb 24.40 Q
4 Ashleigh Whittaker Aus 24.47 q
5 Diane Borg Mlt 24.74
6 Hafsatu Kamara Sle 25.12
7 Adrine Monagi Png 26.71
Women's 200m Round 1 Heat 6 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/COEVAGPDvw4
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kimberly Hyacinthe Can 23.29 Q
2 Jade Bailey Bar 23.75 Q
3 Dominique Duncan Ngr 23.89 Q
4 Phumlile Ndzinisa Swz 24.16 q
5 Milcent Ndoro Ken 24.84
6 Irene Bell Bonong Cmr 25.61
7 Tyra Summer Ree Sin 26.74
First three in each heat qualify (Q) and the next three fastest (q) advance to the semi-finals.
Q = Qualified DQ = Disqualified
Next Event: Women's 200m Semi-finals, Thurday 31st July, 18:07 - 18:12
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Final
Rank Name Country Time
1 Kirani James Grn 44.24 GR
2 Wayde Van Niekerk SA 44.68
3 Lalonde Gordon TTO 44.78 SB
4 Martyn Rooney Eng 45.15
5 Latoy Williams Brb 45.63
6 Jarrin Williams TTO 45.82
7 Renny Quow TTO DNF
8 Chris Brown Brb DNS
Who is Jarrin Williams?
:D Should be 'Solomon'
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/results/sports/athletics/mens-400m-hurdles
2014 Commonwealth Games Athletics:
Men's 400m Hurdles Heats - Official Results
Wednesday 30th July
Bold Red => T&T athlete is starting in event
Men's 400m Hurdles Round 1 Heat 1 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/7CVUL7ciSMo
Rank Name Country Time
1 Jehue Gordon TTO 49.42 Q
2 Annsert Whyte Jam 49.58 Q
3 Christian Cuevas-Morton Ngr 49.62 q
4 Niall Flannery Eng 49.97
5 Nicholas Bett Ken 51.21
Kurt Couto Moz DQ
Siologa Viliamu Sepa Sam DNS
Men's 400m Hurdles Round 1 Heat 2 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/jHmvxcCiAvg
Rank Name Country Time
1 Cornel Fredericks SA 49.26 Q
2 Jeffery Gibson Bah 49.66 Q
3 Ian Dewhurst Aus 50.45
4 Seb Rodger Eng 50.71
5 Jason Harvey NI 52.06
Mowen Boino Png DQ
Leford Green Jam DQ
Men's 400m Hurdles Round 1 Heat 3 | Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/WR3VzaILgHM
Rank Name Country Time
1 Roxroy Cato Jam 49.51 Q
2 Boniface Mucheru Ken 49.67 Q
3 Richard Yates Eng 49.8 q
4 Louis Van Zyl SA 50.07
5 Dai Greene Wal 50.36
6 Emanuel Mayers TTO 50.51
7 Wala Gime Png 53.62
First two in each heat qualify (Q) and the next two fastest (q) advance to the final.
Q= Qualifies for final
q= Qualifies for final as fastest loser
DQ = Disqualified
DNS = Did not start
Next Event: Men's 400m Hurdles Final, Thurday 31st July, 20:15 - 20:20
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
She is the first sprinter in the games I've seen with common sense, to use the full length tights to minimize injury risk in cold conditions.
Doesn't our team have these as part of their kit?
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
She is the first sprinter in the games I've seen with common sense, to use the full length tights to minimize injury risk in cold conditions.
Doesn't our team have these as part of their kit?
Considering the weather conditions our team SHOULD have this as part of their kit. If the athletes choose not to wear it then they shouldn't use the weather as an excuse if they lose their race. If the team don't have it as part of their kit then management should be blamed for not providing what is necessary for our athletes to succeed.
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
:beermug:
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
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Take a moment fellas.
Shai-Anne Davis of Canada.
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t1.0-9/1466110_10200836940591982_219448104_n.jpg)
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^^ :D Post of the day Peong
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Sorillo missed the last 200m spot.
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
2nd, actually.
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Jehue grabbed silver. Almost got nipped at the line
Was hoping for gold but congrats Jehue! :beermug:
Rank Name Country Time
1 Cornel Fredericks South Africa 48.50
2 Jehue Gordon TTO 48.75
3 Jeffery Gibson Bahamas 48.78
4 Niall Flannery England 49.46
5 Christian Cuevas-Morton Nigeria 49.65
6 Boniface Mucheru Kenya 49.99
7 Richard Yates England 50.13
8 Annsert Whyte Jamaica DNF
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:wavetowel:
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Sorillo missed the last 200m spot.
Only has himself to blame. He slowed down again in his semi near the end of the race rather than running thru to the line. Someone of his age and experience should not be making naive mistakes like that in a Championship qualification semi-final.
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
2nd, actually.
Third actually, she's my dad's second cousin :) lol
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Take a moment fellas.
Shai-Anne Davis of Canada.
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/t1.0-9/1466110_10200836940591982_219448104_n.jpg)
Take a moment for what? Not that impressive. She's no Sanya RIchards-Ross <3<3
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
2nd, actually.
Third actually, she's my dad's second cousin :) lol
:thumbsup:
And she just won silver. Like you have some talent in your family?
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
2nd, actually.
Third actually, she's my dad's second cousin :) lol
:thumbsup:
And she just won silver. Like you have some talent in your family?
I'm rly happy for her :beermug:. She has always been athletic though, not a bad gymnast either.
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Congrats to Jehue Gordon winning Silver. T&T is proud of you.
He did very well considering he has not ran much this year because he was focused on his studies at UWI
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Congrats to Jehue Gordon winning Silver. T&T is proud of you.
He did very well considering he has not ran much this year because he was focused on his studies at UWI
yea understood but ah still disappointed it wasn't gold. Need to hear our national anthem played. Alright Kershorn your turn.
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Dudes, allyuh go argument 'who prettier than the other'. Both are attractive and talented. Move it over to the Babes Thread
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That Gibson fella look unorthodox, but he could cause some damage in the future.
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Tobago girl Josanne Lucas will run the 100H final tomorrow. I hope she runs a PB so she will give herself a serious chance to medal.
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw011101/womens_100m_hurdles_final.html
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
Heard Cedenio will be apart of the 4x400m relay team
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Tobago girl Josanne Lucas will run the 100H final tomorrow. I hope she runs a PB so she will give herself a serious chance to medal.
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atw011101/womens_100m_hurdles_final.html
Hopefully she can run a PB but I doubt even a PB from her will see her medalling in the 100m hurdles.
Her stronger event is the 400m hurdles and she messed up her chance of medalling in that event by false starting in her heat.
I suspect Anil being our Minister of Sports was blighting the team so now that he is gone maybe the luck of our athletes will change for the positive and we may start maximizing on our medal opportunities.
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
Heard Cedenio will be apart of the 4x400m relay team
How is that possible if he was not officially listed in the T&T CWG squad?
Also last time I heard Cedenio was in T&T chilling and recovering from winning his World Junior 400m title.
I suspect what you heard is simply a rumour unless Cedenio is now in Glasgow and has already overcome his jetlag and the time zone difference.
Plus I doubt that the CWG organizers will allow someone who was not listed on the T&T squad list to take part in the Games at this stage as there is a deadline before the Games starts for submitting names so that the organizers can allocate all athletes taking part their registration numbers.
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Scottish Times
Miserable weather, who cares? (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-07-31/miserable-weather-who-cares)
Friday, August 1, 2014
By Andre Baptise (T&T Guardian)
For the entire stay so far in Glasgow for these Commonwealth Games, the weather personnel have been on the button, unlike some of our weathermen at home.
But, of all days, the weatherman got it wrong yesterday.
He told us that the sun would shine and the temperatures would be around 24 to 25 C, but there was just sun in name, and not in heat, and the temperature was a miserable 17C with rain intermittently.
So, yours truly, ever the optimist, ever the most defying, decided to wear a short pants. I should have been suspicious from the time I left the hotel and noticed no one else in shorts. Or even worse, the puzzled look on many of the faces as I as passed them should have been a give away were it not for the fact that most Scottish persons look a little forlorn in the early morning. This weather is not what they would rather wake up to find.
Small wonder that the bus co-ordinator and sales clerk in Marks and Spencer, who both had been to Tobago in the last three years for holidays were eagerly anticipating a return in the not too distant future.
Of course, they fell in love with the island, except in one case when some of the co-ordinator’s stuff was stolen. He wasn’t pleased at all. “It was the Trinis who came over on the boat and stole your stuff,” he was comforted, “Tobagonians are not that way.”
I must admit that that part of the conversation wasn’t reassuring. But my mood changed when I found a Thai Restaurant with delicious food. Good service, a reasonable price and quick turnaround improved the day.
I was still reminiscing on La Londe Gordon’s storming run down the straight in the 400 metres, when he gobbled up nearly all his opponents except the winner and second place. My short pants felt like a heated jeans. A few more metres and I am certain that bronze would have turned silver but there will be another day for this big hearted and long striding son of the soil.
Success meant that I could brave the weather to watch Cleopatra Borel perform. She asked us to witness her performance and I am not one to break my promise to a lady, so I was there.
From her first attempt, it was obvious she meant business. She was in second place immediately. And never looked like relinquishing it. In fact, she seemed poised to challenge the winner on every attempt thereafter.
Borel is a nice person who loves sport. She loves life and most of all she loves her country. She never forgets those who have supported her. It was wonderful to watch the smile on her face. She believed in herself and her ability, and took comfort from the support that top athletes earn.
There is a presence that suggests she is not just satisfied with another medal, she wants more. She is hungry for further success and whether it is through improvement under coach Ismael Lopez or rejuvenation, the world may soon be taking more notice of her.
It is easy to say that her medal was expected, but to actually perform in such cold, miserable conditions, requires not only a big heart, but guts and class, all of which identifies this mentally tough and focussed lady.
So with time running out and now down to a short pants and no kilt, I am forced to believe that when this is over, I may never acquire a proper fitting kilt. The truth is I tried on a few but they neither felt right nor looked acceptable, so I have resigned myself to short pants, even in these windy, cold conditions.
My next call would be for some Bagpipes, similar to those that were used to introduce Borel to the shot put medal ceremony and another proud T&T moment.
Cold miserable day it was at the start, but two medals later, it really did not matter.
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Commonwealth Games 2014
Jehue gets the job done (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-07-31/jehue-gets-job-done)
Friday, August 1, 2014
By Rachael Thomspon-King (T&T Guardian)
Jehue Gordon knows how to get the job done.
He came with a plan, executed it well enough to emerge with the silver medal in the Men’s 400 metres hurdles final at the Commonwealth Games here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday.
Not even the rain could dampen the mood of T&T supporters at a cold Hampden Park Stadium as Gordon ran a season best 48.75 seconds.
“I must say thanks to Jehovah God,” said the world champion, who had the T&T flag proudly draped over his shoulders. “It’s been a rough season and at the end of the day I have produced when I needed to and I got another medal for T&T.
“Another medal to the tally and hopefully the team will continue to collect more medals throughout the championships.”
He finished behind South African Cornel Fredericks, who won gold in a time of 48.50. Third place finisher Bahamian Jeffrey Gibson chased down Gordon in the final 20 metres but the local hurdler battled to the end, thrusting his body across the line, landing spread-eagled on track to cement his second place. Gibson went on to break his country’s national record with his 48.78.
“I was definitely sensing someone fast approaching and I just wanted to make sure that I had it covered so I just pushed my whole body,” said Gordon, who felt some pain on his side. “Hopefully it’s nothing serious. I just have some pain on my upper hip from the fall.”
Jamaican Annsert Whyte, who was described as a key medal contender, also took a tumble after tripping over the hurdle on the final bend, to crash out of the medal race empty-handed.
Gordon gave T&T its fourth medal of the Games. A silver from shot-putter Cleopatra Borel and two bronze medals from Lalonde Gordon in the men’s 400m and Ayanna Alexander in the women’s triple jump.
In the final event of the night, Josanne Lucas, who false-started in the 400m hurdles event, the day before, redeemed herself by qualifying for the final of the 100m hurdles. She produced a time of 13.38 to place second in heat two.
Other entrant, Deborah John ran 13.63 to place fifth in the final heat, eliminating her.
Earlier, Rondell Sorrillo and Kyle Greaux failed to advance to the final of the men’s 200m event.
Sorrillo was third in heat two recording a time of 20. 57 just missing out as he placed ninth overall.
Greaux clocked 20.93 to place seventh in the third and final heat and held 19th spot from the 22 runners that competed.
It was a Jamaican sweep in the 200m final with Rasheed Dwyer copping gold, Warren Weir taking silver and Jason Livermore bagging bronze.
Reyare Thomas made a brilliant run out in lane eight to finish third in 23.35 in the second heat but did not qualify.
Annie Alexander finished 15th in the Discus event with a best toss of 47.73.
Gordon, Lalonde that is, will go in search of a second medal when he partners with fellow quartermilers Jarrin Solomon, Renny Quow and world junior champion Machel Cedenio in the 4x400m semifinal heats.
The women’s relay team will also be in action today seeking to advance to tomorrow’s medal race.
Richard Thompson’s and Keston Bledman’s mission will also be to qualify for the final of the Men’s 4x100m relay.
The T&T sprinters failed to reach the final of the 100m and are even more “fired up” to get. Other members of the relay squad are Marc Burns, Emmanuel Callender and Rondell Sorillo.
The women’s 400m relay team (Kai Selvon, Kamaria Durant, Reyare Thomas, Lisa Wickham and Deborah John) will look to progress also.
Both 4x400 teams will be eyeing a similar goal as they too line up in their respective semifinal heat.
Keshorn Walcott makes his introduction to the Games today in the qualifying round of the javelin event.
The Olympic champion will compete in the second group of throwers from 4.40 pm (T&T time).
Squash
At Scotstoun Campus in the mixed doubles competition, T&T had no success with both teams falling in their pool matches.
Colin Ramasra and Kerri Sample lost to Wales’ David Evans and Deon Saffery, 2-0 (11-1, 11-6) in Pool F while in Pool D, Kale Wilson and Charlotte Knaggs were also beaten, 2-0 (11-2, 11-5) by Peter Creed and Tesni Evans of Wales.
Table Tennis
Still at Scotstoun, Aleena Edwards and Catherine Spicer topped Botswana’s team of Boitshwarelo Butale and Magdeline Tshepiso Rebatenne, 3-0 (11-7, 11-4, 11-5) in the first round of women’s doubles.
The local duo advanced to play India’s Ankita Das and Poulomi Ghatak in the second round but fell 3-0 (11-7, 11-3, 11-4).
Rheann Chung and Ashley Quashie met Zhenhua Dederko and Ziyu Zhang of Australia in their second round match and they too were eliminated by a similar 3-0 margin, the scoreline reading 11-9, 11-9, 11-9.
Dexter St Louis and Chris Humphreys went under to Singapore’s Zi Yang and Jian Zhan, 3-0 (12-10, 11-7, 11-5) in the third round, to be ousted in the men’s doubles.
St Louis had better luck in the men’s singles competition, defeating Peter Graham of Northern Ireland, 4-2, (11-8, 10-12, 8-11, 11-5, 11-8, 11-9) and met Zhan again in the round of 32.
It was the Singaporean emerging with the 4-0 victory to knock T&T’s top table-tennis player out the competition.
Hockey
T&T hockey women showed a marked improvement defensively but still went under to Wales, 4-0 at the Glasgow National Hockey Centre.
Netball
Another dismal performance from T&T netballers saw them crash to a 46-28 defeat to host Scotland and had to settle for 10th spot.
Boxing
Today at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), T&T boxer Michael Alexander will look to take down Northern Ireland’s Joe Fitzgerald in the men’s lightweight division, going at the gold medal as he already assured at least a bronze. The two losing semifinalists will be awarded bronze medals.
Gymnastics
T&T gymnast William Albert scored 70.331 to place last from 24 competitors in the men’s all-round final at the SSE Hydro on Wednesday.
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SWEET SILVER
Jehue 2nd in season’s best 48.75 (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/SWEET--SILVER-269489031.html)
By Kwame Laurence kwame.laurence@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Aug 1, 2014 at 12:06 AM ECT (T&T Express)
As he had done at last year’s IAAF World Championships, Jehue Gordon dived for the line at Hampden Park, here in Glasgow, Scotland, yesterday. The result was silver, the Trinidad and Tobago track star producing his fastest time this season—48.75 seconds—to earn precious metal at his first Commonwealth Games.
“I was definitely feeling somebody fast approaching,” Gordon told the Express, “and I just wanted to make sure I had it covered. I started to feel some lactic (acid) over the last ten metres, so I just pushed my whole body. Forget head, my whole body went.”
A fast-finishing Jeffery Gibson was the man challenging Gordon for the runner-up spot in the championship race. Gibson, though, had to settle for bronze, the Bahamian getting to the line in a national record time of 48.78.
After clearing the 10th and last hurdle, Gordon closed in on the leader, Cornel Fredericks. The South African, however, had done the required work earlier in the race, and stayed in front at the end for an impressive victory in 48.50 seconds.
At the 2013 Worlds in Moscow, Russia, Gordon’s lunge for the line had earned him the title, the “push yuh head” advice of his mother, Marcella Woods bearing golden fruit. In Glasgow, the fruit was silver. But it came at a price, Gordon hurting his hip when he tumbled to the track.
“At this time I’m in a little pain. Hopefully it’s nothing serious.”
Going into the final, Gordon had not dived under 49 seconds in 2014. But the reigning world champion usually comes good at major championships, and yesterday was no different.
“Thanks to Jehovah God. It’s been a rough season, and at the end of the day I produced when I needed to. Another medal for Trinidad and Tobago, another medal to the tally, and hopefully the team will continue collecting more medals.”
To date, the T&T medal haul is four--silver for Gordon and shot putter Cleopatra Borel, and bronze for triple jumper Ayanna Alexander and quartermiler Lalonde Gordon. The country is also assured of at least bronze from lightweight boxer Michael Alexander, who squares off against Northern Ireland’s Joe Fitzpatrick in a semifinal bout today.
Gordon dismissed the notion that Team T&T has been underperforming at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
“Everybody has their own expectations. We as the athletes and the team working with the athletes are inside the inner circle, so we would know more than the people who are outside. They would quicker say, based on ‘he say’ and ‘she say’ and hearsay, but we know what we’re working with, the challenges we are faced with, and at the end of the day we could just give it our best.”
Gordon has had his share of challenges this season. In addition to exams at University of the West Indies (UWI), Gordon was troubled by a leg injury that prevented him from being aggressive over the hurdles.
“Certain things kind of hampered me from training, and we sorted it out. I had some good physiotherapy for the minor injury I had behind my biceps femoris.”
Gordon also praised his coach, Dr Ian Hypolite, the T&T chef de mission here in Glasgow, “for analysing what we needed to work on”.
The 22-year-old athlete said that though he places greater value on his World Championship gold medal, Commonwealth Games silver is a welcome addition to his résumé.
“It’s still a major competition, and everyone wanted to prove themselves.”
With his 48.75 run at Hampden Park, Gordon proved once again to be a championship one-lap hurdler who produces the goods when it matters most.
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NAAA hails medal-winners (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/NAAA-hails-medal-winners-269488391.html)
Story Created: Jul 31, 2014 at 11:58 PM ECT (T&T Express)
The National Association of Athletics Administration (NAAA) yesterday congratulated athletes Ayana Alexander, Lalonde Gordon, Cleopatra Borel and Jehue Gordon on their medal-winning performances at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow Scotland.
And NAAA press release yesterday noted that prior to the games, only 12 other athletes had won two or more medals at Commonwealth level but that, “Ayana’s bronze medal leap placed her amongst this elite group of athletes, having secured a silver medal in Delhi, India (2010).
Lalonde Gordon produced his season’s best time of 44.78 to secure the bronze as he continues to show the world that he is a force to be reckoned with. Cleopatra now has three Commonwealth medals to her name, having won bronze in Melbourne, Australia (2006), silver in Delhi, India (2010), and now silver in Glasgow. She has been a consistent performer over the years and dedicated to her training and her skills.”
Of Jehue Gordon, the release said: “After a rough season of up’s and down’s, Jehue ran his heart out giving 100 per cent and achieved his season’s best time of 48.75 which was good enough for silver.”
The release ended by stating that, “once again track and field has shown its prowess on the world stage, having so far secured four medals at these Commonwealth Games, two silver and two bronze. NAAA wishes the best of luck to the rest of the track and field contingent for the duration of the games as they continue their quest for more precious metal.”
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Lucas in 100 hurdles final (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Lucas-in-100-hurdles-final-269487781.html)
By Kwame Laurence in Glasgow
Story Created: Jul 31, 2014 at 11:48 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Josanne Lucas will face the starter in lane eight in today’s Commonwealth Games women’s 100 metres hurdles final.
The Trinidad and Tobago athlete finished strong in yesterday’s second qualifying heat, at Hampden Park, here in Glasgow, Scotland to snatch the runner-up spot and an automatic berth in the championship race. In a tight finish, Lucas and third-placed Serita Solomon, of England, were credited with the same time, 13.38 seconds. Lucas, though, had the edge in the photo finish, and she was very grateful, for the clocking could not earn Solomon a “fastest loser” lane in the final.
The other T&T athlete in the event, Deborah John was fifth in heat three in 13.63 seconds, and did not progress.
Rondel Sorrillo missed out on a lane in the men’s 200m final by three-hundredths of a second.
Running in lane one, the T&T sprinter clocked 20.57 seconds to finish third in the second semifinal heat. With only the top two finishers in each semi guaranteed a championship race berth, Sorrillo’s only hope of advancing was to be one of the two “fastest losers”. He came up short, and had to settle for ninth spot overall.
Kyle Greaux was also drawn in lane one, and like his T&T teammate, found the going tough. He got to the line in 20.93 seconds to finish seventh in heat three and 19th overall.
In the final, Jamaica swept the medals. Rasheed Dwyer clocked 20.14 for gold, finishing ahead of Warren Weir (20.26) and Jason Livermore (20.32).
In the second women’s 200m semifinal, T&T’s Reyare Thomas gave a big effort, battling tenaciously on the straight to grab third spot in 23.35 seconds. The clocking, though, was not fast enough to earn her a lane in the final as a “fastest loser”.
In the championship race, Nigeria’s Blessing Okagbare won in 22.25 seconds to complete the women’s sprint double. England’s Jodie Williams (22.50) and Bianca Williams (22.58) earned silver and bronze, respectively.
Annie Alexander finished 15th in the women’s discus qualifying competition with a 47.73 metres effort. The top 12 throwers progressed to the final. In Wednesday’s shot put event, Alexander fouled her three attempts. Her T&T teammate, Cleopatra Borel was the bronze medallist with an 18.57m throw.
T&T finished 10th in the netball competition, here in Glasgow. In yesterday’s ninth-place playoff, at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), T&T were beaten by Scotland. The hosts led by 12 goals at the halftime interval, and by the end of the game had extended the 24-12 scoreline to 46-28. For T&T, veteran goal shoot Janelle Barker had a perfect shooting record—11 goals from 11 attempts.
At Scotstoun Campus, France-based table tennis player Dexter St Louis lost in the round of 32 in the men’s singles, going under 11-5, 11-5, 11-3, 11-9 to second-seeded Zhan Jian, the world number 34. The Singaporean completed victory in 25 minutes.
In his first round match, St Louis battled from behind to stop Northern Ireland’s Peter Graham 11-8, 10-12, 8-11, 11-5, 11-8, 11-9. Trailing 1-2 in games, St Louis dug deep, and though he was not allowed to dominate his determined opponent, the five-time Caribbean champion was just too good, winning the next three games to set up the clash with Zhan Jian.
Curtis Humphreys was competitive at times in his men’s singles first round duel with Stephen Jenkins. The Welshman, however, was in control for the most part, beating T&T’s top-ranked home-based player 11-3, 11-7, 9-11, 11-3, 11-9.
St Louis and Humphreys went toe to toe with the second-seeded Singapore combination of Zhan Jian and Yang Zi in the opening game of their men’s doubles round of 16 fixture. The going was tougher thereafter, the Asians winning 12-10, 11-7, 11-5 to progress to the quarterfinal round.
T&T’s Aleena Edwards and Catherine Spicer beat Botswana pair Boitshwarelo Butale and Tshepiso Rebatenne at 7, 4 and 5 in their women’s doubles first round contest. But Edwards and Spicer exited at the next stage, losing to India’s Ankita Das and Poulomi Ghatak at 7, 3 and 4.
Rheann Chung and Ashley Quashie were also eliminated in the second round, but gave a spirited performance before going under 11-9, 11-9, 11-8 to Australians Zhenhua Dederko and Zhang Ziyu.
T&T squash players were also on show at Scotstoun Campus.
In a mixed doubles pool “F” contest, David Evans and Deon Saffery of Wales stopped Colin Ramasra and Kerrie Sample 11-1, 11-6. Ramasra and Sample finished with a 1-2 win-loss record, and did not advance to the knockout phase.
Kale Wilson and Charlotte Knaggs finished without a win in pool “D” of the mixed doubles, and were also eliminated. The T&T players were beaten yesterday by Peter Creed and Tesni Evans, the Welsh pair cruising home 11-2, 11-5.
And T&T finished 10th and last in the women’s hockey tournament. In the playoff for ninth spot, at the National Hockey Centre, yesterday, T&T succumbed 4-0 to Wales.
Team T&T Today
(All TT times)
1.00 p.m. – Hockey, Men vs Wales
After 1.30 p.m. – Boxing, Michael Alexander, men’s lightweight semifinal
1.40 p.m. – Athletics, women’s 4x400 qualifying
2.10 p.m. – Athletics, men’s 4x400 qualifying
4.10 p.m. – Athletics, women’s 4x100 qualifying
4.43 p.m. – Athletics, men’s 4x100 qualifying
4.40 p.m. – Athletics, Keshorn Walcott, men’s javelin qualifying
5.10 p.m. – Athletics, Josanne Lucas, women’s 100 hurdles final
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
Heard Cedenio will be apart of the 4x400m relay team
How is that possible if he was not officially listed in the T&T CWG squad?
Also last time I heard Cedenio was in T&T chilling and recovering from winning his World Junior 400m title.
I suspect what you heard is simply a rumour unless Cedenio is now in Glasgow and has already overcome his jetlag and the time zone difference.
Plus I doubt that the CWG organizers will allow someone who was not listed on the T&T squad list to take part in the Games at this stage as there is a deadline before the Games starts for submitting names so that the organizers can allocate all athletes taking part their registration numbers.
I'm with you on this one........got it from a guardian reporter we'll see.
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Well done to Joanne Lucas for making the 100MH final. Shows she's is in form and would have also made the final of the 400m H had she not false started. Where has she been the past 3 years?
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Hope Quow is not injured as he did not finish (DNF) and we need him for the 4x4 Relay to maximize our chances of pushing for gold. This is why Cedenio should have been listed in our 4x4 relay squad despite attending World Junior Champs because he has been back home for the last week resting and twiddling his toes when he could have gained some useful experience running for us at the Commonwealth Games.
If the Jamiacans had a young quarter miler like Cedenio that is healthy then he would not have been left at home for these CWGs. If we don't win 4x400m Relay Gold then I believe the short-sightedness of the CWG team selectors can be blamed as a factor.
Another non-selection that is puzzling is Carlyle Roudette. He has been a solid mid 44.xx relay leg all year long for Texas A&M who competed for selection (and placed what 3rd or 4th?) in the senior champs. Even after the long collegiate season he should be able and ready to run 2 x 400m relay legs as is Lendore. I think it would have been as risky to select Cedenio for the CWG taking into account his longer term future and risk of injury in cold conditions, coming from hot Eugene.
Again, the selectors do not seem to invest in risk planning, thinking "everything will work out". NO....the team traveled to and is competing in a "cold for summer" location (60 F for the 400m final). You must expect the eventuality of one or more of your critical relay leg athletes risking or enduring minor or severe injuries especially on tired legs, having run rounds to get to a final. This is even more exacerbated for the faster 100 and 200 men down to run the 4x100m.
I would like to think that an experienced Quow stopped before something actually pulled or popped and that the physio will be busy working on him with tomorrow being a day off before the relays. The only alternative is Jereem Richards or a tired Jehue Gordon after the 400m hurdles, but that will not be enough to overhaul Bahamas or even the UK or Jamaica, unless Chris Brown is more hurt than was reported.
Heard Cedenio will be apart of the 4x400m relay team
How is that possible if he was not officially listed in the T&T CWG squad?
Also last time I heard Cedenio was in T&T chilling and recovering from winning his World Junior 400m title.
I suspect what you heard is simply a rumour unless Cedenio is now in Glasgow and has already overcome his jetlag and the time zone difference.
Plus I doubt that the CWG organizers will allow someone who was not listed on the T&T squad list to take part in the Games at this stage as there is a deadline before the Games starts for submitting names so that the organizers can allocate all athletes taking part their registration numbers.
I'm with you on this one........got it from a guardian reporter we'll see.
Relay team for qualifying round:The order for T&T 's 4x400m men in the heats will be Lalonde Gordon - Jarrin Solomon-Jehue Gordon- Zwede Hewitt.
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OK, so WDA going on, Lendore can't run 2 races? Is he hurt?
Didn't Jehue say he fell on his hip at the end of his race, rendering it sore?
What is Quow's status?
These fellas rolling the dice unnecessarily with Kenya and Nigeria in the mix for an automatic top 2, lawd.....
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Ok T&T 4x400 lets go! Take care of business in your heat
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I thought the heat was 1:40 TT time.
VB
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Hmmm, wonder if they sat Lendore out to use him in the 4x100m heats given his exploits this year and the DB injury?
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Hmmm, wonder if they sat Lendore out to use him in the 4x100m heats given his exploits this year and the DB injury?
That will be a dotish thing to do when we have the services of Bledman, Burns, Sorrillo and Thompson to help us qualify for a good lane in the Finals. We should not take the risk of using weaker sprinters on any of the 4x100m relay legs and end up not qualifying for the Final with a good lane draw.
Why should we do a foolish experiment like that in the 4x100m relay by using Lendore who is not an established 100m sprinter on one of our 4x100m relay legs?
Hopefully Lendore is being kept fresh to anchor our 4x400m relay to gold in the final.
Based on splits in the heats with a tired Jehue running the slowest split, I would run our 4x4 relay team in this order in the Final if Quow is still injured as seems to be the case.
T&T 4x400m Relay Team line-up in Final: Lalonde > Solomon > Hewitt > Lendore = CWG 4x400m relay Gold!!
Talking about the 4x400m relay, I thought that Grenada would have been fielding a 4x400m relay team for these CW Games?
I was looking forward to Kirani James possibly doing his best to reel in Lendore on the Final leg if Grenada had fielded a team that qualified for the Final.
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Hmmm, wonder if they sat Lendore out to use him in the 4x100m heats given his exploits this year and the DB injury?
That will be a dotish thing to do when we have the services of Bledman, Burns, Sorrillo and Thompson to help us qualify for a good lane in the Finals. We should not take the risk of using weaker sprinters on any of the 4x100m relay legs and end up not qualifying for the Final with a good lane draw.
Why should we do a foolish experiment like that in the 4x100m relay by using Lendore who is not an established 100m sprinter on one of our 4x100m relay legs?
Hopefully Lendore is being kept fresh to anchor our 4x400m relay to gold in the final.
Talking about the 4x400m relay, I thought that Grenada would have been fielding a 4x400m relay team for these CW Games?
I was looking forward to Kirani James possibly doing his best to reel in Lendore on the Final leg if Grenada had fielded a team that qualified for the Final.
Was pondering on his absence in the 4x400m heats; you would think that after such a long layoff since NCAAs that he would want to get a race under his legs before the final.
Regarding his 4x100m anchor leg performances, they look to be of better quality than most of T&T's 100m talent (minus Bledman and Thompson), and even tired Sorillo's or a fresh Burns's at this stage of the games, if it were absolutely necessary.
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Hmmm, wonder if they sat Lendore out to use him in the 4x100m heats given his exploits this year and the DB injury?
That will be a dotish thing to do when we have the services of Bledman, Burns, Sorrillo and Thompson to help us qualify for a good lane in the Finals. We should not take the risk of using weaker sprinters on any of the 4x100m relay legs and end up not qualifying for the Final with a good lane draw.
Why should we do a foolish experiment like that in the 4x100m relay by using Lendore who is not an established 100m sprinter on one of our 4x100m relay legs?
Hopefully Lendore is being kept fresh to anchor our 4x400m relay to gold in the final.
Talking about the 4x400m relay, I thought that Grenada would have been fielding a 4x400m relay team for these CW Games?
I was looking forward to Kirani James possibly doing his best to reel in Lendore on the Final leg if Grenada had fielded a team that qualified for the Final.
Was pondering on his absence in the 4x400m heats; you would think that after such a long layoff since NCAAs that he would want to get a race under his legs before the final.
Regarding his 4x100m anchor leg performances, they look to be of better quality than most of T&T's 100m talent (minus Bledman and Thompson), and even tired Sorillo's or a fresh Burns's at this stage of the games, if it were absolutely necessary.
I agree that Lendore should have run the 4x400m Heats to get the rust out but don't agree that adding him to the 4x100m relay team would improve that relay team.
Don't forget we won silver at the World Relays in Bahamas in May with our 4x100m relay team running in this order: Bledman > Burns > Sorrillo > Thompson
I believe that is our 4x100m Relay A team at present so if none of those guys are injured and available then there is no need to give anyone else a run including a fit Darrel Brown or Deon Lendore.
Lets give Bledman, Sorrillo & Thompson a chance to redeem themselves after they all failed to make the CWG Final in their pet event.
Regards our 4x400m relay team, based on their splits in the heats with a tired Jehue Gordon running the slowest split, I would run our 4x4 relay team in this order in the Final if Quow is still injured as seems to be the case:
T&T 4x400m Relay Team line-up in Final: Lalonde > Solomon > Hewitt > Lendore = CWG 4x400m relay Gold!!
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Well my feed never showed the 1600 metre heats. Ah vex.
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jodie_Williams
i thought her mom was trini
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/othersports/article-1301644/Jodie-Williams-sprint-sensation-ready-world.html
https://www.youtube.com/v/mmhPwRjbVEg
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Walcott breaks NR record.
Keshorn Walcott 85.28m Breaks NR Javelin Throw Co…: http://youtu.be/vPZf3F3bNAA
Keshorn Walcott 85.28m Breaks NR Javelin Throw Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/vPZf3F3bNAA
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trini man know how to throw real wood. Well done KW, mash dem up in de final :beermug:
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jodie_Williams
i thought her mom was trini
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/othersports/article-1301644/Jodie-Williams-sprint-sensation-ready-world.html
https://www.youtube.com/v/mmhPwRjbVEg
I think both Wikipedia and the Daily Mail got it wrong.
As Jodie's 3rd cousin Chelsealife explained the Trini connection is on Jodie's Dad side rather than on her Mom's side as her Dad is from Tobago. Her Mom is a British born Black.
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Deon Lendore is not at the CW games!
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Josane Lucas 7th in the 100 hurdles. TT 4x100(men) time was 38.33. JA 38.99. Eng. 38.78. The women 4x100 have to step up their time in the final. And good luck to the women in the 4x400 final.
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Go get dem Keshon Walcott! Mash dem up in the final!
http://results.glasgow2014.com/event/athletics/atm053101/mens_javelin_throw_final.html
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
ah has she ever been to Tobago ?
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
ah has she ever been to Tobago ?
How would I know that? Ask her 3rd cousin Chelsealife and he might be able to answer that question.
And does it matter if she has been to Tobago or not? She has been reppin Britain as an athlete since she was a young teenager and has no interest in switching to T&T and rightly so.
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
ah has she ever been to Tobago ?
How would I know that? Ask her 3rd cousin Chelsealife and he maybe able to answer that question.
And does it matter if she has been to Tobago or not? She has been reppin Britain as an athlete since she was a young teenager and has no interest in switching to T&T and rightly so.
No she has never been here as yet. But i am sure that she hasnt got the slightest interest in reppin T&T, not on the agenda @ all lol
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What allyuh think. 2 golds, ah siver and a bronze tomorrow?
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Deon Lendore is not at the CW games!
Well the Media Release from TTOC included Deon Lendore in the 4x400m relay squad so maybe they should have updated the public that he did travel with the team.
IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TTO GLASGOW 2014 COMMONWEALTH GAMES TRACK AND FIELD TEAM (http://ttoc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4164%3Aimmediate-releasetto-glasgow-2014-commonwealth-games-track-and-field-team&catid=2%3Alatest-news&Itemid=233)
Friday, 27 June 2014 13:01 (TTOC.org)
The Trinidad and Tobago Commonwealth Games Association (TTCGA)/Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) can confirm the Trinidad and Tobago Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games track and field team is as follows:
WOMEN (18 Athletes):
Deandra Daniel-High Jump
Cleopatra Borel and Annie Alexander-Shot Put
Annie Alexander- Discus
Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon and Kamaria Durant-100M
Michelle Lee Ahye, Reyare Thomas-200m
Shawna Fermin, Romona Modeste and Domonique Williams- 400m
Alena Brooks-800m
Pilar McShine-1500m
4x100M- Michelle Lee Ahye, Kai Selvon, Kamaria Durant, Reyare Thomas, Lisa Wickham and Deborah John
4x400m- Shawna Fermin, Alena Brooks, Romona Modeste, Domonique Williams, Janeil Bellille and Josane Lucas
Tonya Nero- Marathon
Josanne Lucas and Deborah John- 100m Hurdles
Janeil Bellille-400m Hurdles
Ayanna Alexander-Triple Jump
MEN (25 Athletes):
Richard Thompson, Keston Bledman and Darrel Brown-100m
Kyle Gereaux, Jereem Richards and Rondell Sorrillo-200m
Lalonde Gordon, Renny Quow and Jarrin Solomon-400m
Wayne Davis, Mikel Thomas and Durel Busby-110 hurdles
Jehue Gordon and Emanuel Mayers- 400m Hurdles
Jamal James and Kendis Bullard- 800m
Kyron Blaise-Long Jump
Kashief Daniel- High Jump
Quincy Wilson- Discus
Robert Collingwood-Shot Put
Keshorn Walcott- Javelin
4X100M Relay-Keston Bledman, Richard Thompson, Darrel Brown, Marc Burns, Rondell Sorrillo and Emmanuel Callender
4x400m-Relay- Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Deon Lendore, Reny Quow, Jereem Richards and Zwede Hewitt
Officials (13):
Manager- George Commissiong
Coaches- Lester Osuna, Arlon Morrison, Gunness Persad, Gerard Franklin, Ismael Lopez, Michelle Pennie, Robin Brereton and Paul Voisin
Medical- Verne Alleyne, Ian Sharpe, Brent Elder and Dr Anyl Gopeesingh.
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What allyuh think. 2 golds, ah siver and a bronze tomorrow?
Without Deon Lendore on the 4x400m team and also with Quow injured we will be lucky if they can still medal.
Regards Keshorn, unless he can reproduce his PB or better tomorrow gold is not guaranteed for him either.
4 medals is possible tomorrow but more likely 3 and we will be lucky if any of them will be gold.
My predictions for tomorrow:-
Medal for Keshorn in the Men's Javelin Throw Final but gold is not guaranteed unless he can produce another PB.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but they will do well to place in the top 5 and run a SB or even a new NR time.
Medal for our Men's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but without Lendore and Quow in the squad no gold medal unless Britain or Bahamas mess up.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 100m Relay team in Final unless Kai Selvon who was missing in the Heats was being rested and will be brought back into team for the Final. If Kai Selvon is on the team then a bronze medal might be possible but without Kai and MLA we will do well to place in the top 5.
Silver or Bronze for our Men 4 x 100m Relay team in Final if they do their jobs but a new SB might be required. JA will win the gold easily unless they mess-up badly.
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What allyuh think. 2 golds, ah siver and a bronze tomorrow?
Without Deon Lendore on the 4x400m team and also with Quow injured we will be lucky if they can still medal.
Regards Keshorn, unless he can reproduce his PB or better tomorrow gold is not guaranteed for him either.
4 medals is possible tomorrow but more likely 3 and we will be lucky if any of them will be gold.
My predictions for tomorrow:-
Medal for Keshorn in the Men's Javelin Throw Final but gold is not guaranteed unless he can produce another PB.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but they will do well to place in the top 5 and run a new PB time.
Medal for our Men's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but without Lendore and Quow in the squad no gold medal unless Britain or Bahamas mess up.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 100m Relay team in Final unless Kai Selvon who was missing in the Heats was being rested and will be brought back into team for the Final. If Kai Selvon is on the team then a bronze medal might be possible but without Kai and MLA we will do well to place in the top 5.
Silver or Bronze for our Men 4 x 100m Relay team in Final if they do their jobs but a new SB might be required. JA will win the gold easily unless they mess-up badly.
I was thinking the same. We need Kai to run. Also, we need Josanne to run in the 4x400. If she does, we might be lucky with a 4th.. or even better.
If this 4x100 pulls off a medal, it will show that we have depth. There are about 3 top women that are missing. Just imagine when we are at full strength in this event. We will rival JA.. But then of course there is UK's and US's b team (Nigeria)..
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What allyuh think. 2 golds, ah siver and a bronze tomorrow?
Without Deon Lendore on the 4x400m team and also with Quow injured we will be lucky if they can still medal.
Regards Keshorn, unless he can reproduce his PB or better tomorrow gold is not guaranteed for him either.
4 medals is possible tomorrow but more likely 3 and we will be lucky if any of them will be gold.
My predictions for tomorrow:-
Medal for Keshorn in the Men's Javelin Throw Final but gold is not guaranteed unless he can produce another PB.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but they will do well to place in the top 5 and run a new PB time.
Medal for our Men's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but without Lendore and Quow in the squad no gold medal unless Britain or Bahamas mess up.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 100m Relay team in Final unless Kai Selvon who was missing in the Heats was being rested and will be brought back into team for the Final. If Kai Selvon is on the team then a bronze medal might be possible but without Kai and MLA we will do well to place in the top 5.
Silver or Bronze for our Men 4 x 100m Relay team in Final if they do their jobs but a new SB might be required. JA will win the gold easily unless they mess-up badly.
I was thinking the same. We need Kai to run. Also, we need Josanne to run in the 4x400. If she does, we might be lucky with a 4th.. or even better.
If this 4x100 pulls off a medal, it will show that we have depth. There are about 3 top women that are missing. Just imagine when we are at full strength in this event. We will rival JA.. But then of course there is UK's and US's b team (Nigeria)..
Talking about Nigeria I didn't realize till these Commonwealth Games that so many US athletes had Nigerian parents or family connections.
Maurice Greene is doing a good job to get so many of them to run for their parents country which has suddenly turned Nigeria into an athletics sprint force.
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What allyuh think. 2 golds, ah siver and a bronze tomorrow?
Without Deon Lendore on the 4x400m team and also with Quow injured we will be lucky if they can still medal.
Regards Keshorn, unless he can reproduce his PB or better tomorrow gold is not guaranteed for him either.
4 medals is possible tomorrow but more likely 3 and we will be lucky if any of them will be gold.
My predictions for tomorrow:-
Medal for Keshorn in the Men's Javelin Throw Final but gold is not guaranteed unless he can produce another PB.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but they will do well to place in the top 5 and run a new PB time.
Medal for our Men's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but without Lendore and Quow in the squad no gold medal unless Britain or Bahamas mess up.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 100m Relay team in Final unless Kai Selvon who was missing in the Heats was being rested and will be brought back into team for the Final. If Kai Selvon is on the team then a bronze medal might be possible but without Kai and MLA we will do well to place in the top 5.
Silver or Bronze for our Men 4 x 100m Relay team in Final if they do their jobs but a new SB might be required. JA will win the gold easily unless they mess-up badly.
I was thinking the same. We need Kai to run. Also, we need Josanne to run in the 4x400. If she does, we might be lucky with a 4th.. or even better.
If this 4x100 pulls off a medal, it will show that we have depth. There are about 3 top women that are missing. Just imagine when we are at full strength in this event. We will rival JA.. But then of course there is UK's and US's b team (Nigeria)..
Talking about Nigeria I didn't realize till these Commonwealth Games that so many US athletes had Nigerian parents or family connections.
Maurice Greene is doing a good job to get so many of them to run for their parents country which has suddenly turned Nigeria into an athletics sprint force.
Lots of Nigerian Brits too.
Ghana will be the next one to follow in Nigeria foot steps. Track and field just got more competitive.
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What allyuh think. 2 golds, ah siver and a bronze tomorrow?
Without Deon Lendore on the 4x400m team and also with Quow injured we will be lucky if they can still medal.
Regards Keshorn, unless he can reproduce his PB or better tomorrow gold is not guaranteed for him either.
4 medals is possible tomorrow but more likely 3 and we will be lucky if any of them will be gold.
My predictions for tomorrow:-
Medal for Keshorn in the Men's Javelin Throw Final but gold is not guaranteed unless he can produce another PB.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but they will do well to place in the top 5 and run a new PB time.
Medal for our Men's 4 x 400m Relay team in Final but without Lendore and Quow in the squad no gold medal unless Britain or Bahamas mess up.
No medal for our Women's 4 x 100m Relay team in Final unless Kai Selvon who was missing in the Heats was being rested and will be brought back into team for the Final. If Kai Selvon is on the team then a bronze medal might be possible but without Kai and MLA we will do well to place in the top 5.
Silver or Bronze for our Men 4 x 100m Relay team in Final if they do their jobs but a new SB might be required. JA will win the gold easily unless they mess-up badly.
I was thinking the same. We need Kai to run. Also, we need Josanne to run in the 4x400. If she does, we might be lucky with a 4th.. or even better.
If this 4x100 pulls off a medal, it will show that we have depth. There are about 3 top women that are missing. Just imagine when we are at full strength in this event. We will rival JA.. But then of course there is UK's and US's b team (Nigeria)..
Talking about Nigeria I didn't realize till these Commonwealth Games that so many US athletes had Nigerian parents or family connections.
Maurice Greene is doing a good job to get so many of them to run for their parents country which has suddenly turned Nigeria into an athletics sprint force.
Lots of Nigerian Brits too.
Ghana will be the next one to follow in Nigeria foot steps. Track and field just got more competitive.
Lets hope T&T can raise our game in spotting and supporting talent both at home and abroad or we will start to regularly lose out on possible medals to countries like Nigeria and the like.
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The word is that Quow will be in the final line up!
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This young English woman who won this race (Jodi Williams). I remember her from World Juniors few years ago. I think her parents are Trini. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxnMb3t_Dvs
Her dad is my dad's cousin... He's from Tobago, her mom is English
I think that makes you two 3rd cousins?
ah has she ever been to Tobago ?
Look at this type of begging attitude. Why does it matter if this talented ENGLISH girl has ever been to Tobago?
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We haven't produce the consistent necessary results in all men and women sprints over the years to even THINK we are better country in sprints than Britain or Nigeria. First we must produce the results before start all this type of comparing talk about how is it Nigeria and Britain is better than us, as if we are superior track country to them :D
Stop with the damn wishful thinking
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We should develop what we have at home. We always want ready made talent. We dont want to do the necessary hardwork for local athletes. The Exception to the rule is Jehue Gordon and Walcott. Most of our TF Olimpic medals has come from athletes who excel their talents in the US collegiate TF system. Is the powers that be ready to do that for the rest of our locals, like Jehue and Keshorn? As long as giving resources for sport comes with notion that their must be an alliance with which ever party in power, is ridiculous. Thus our athletics will go nowhere. And I keep stressing that the other half of TT must get their children involved in other sports. How do we know one of them may be a potential gold medalist? Mannie Ramjohn and Mannie Dookie is like ancient history. Because of this attitude, our talent pool is artificial set to some of the small islands in the Caribbean.
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BOTSWANA'S MONTSHO TESTS POSITIVE FOR BANNED STIMULANT METHYLEXANEAMINE AT COMMONWEALTH GAMES
They better check Nijel Amos, Makwala (2013 - 10.40; 20.21; 45.86 to 2014 - 19.96; 44.01 same day); and Seribe too (2012 - 46.57; 2014 - 45.21)
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Deon Lendore is not at the CW games!
I knew something was up when he no-showed in the heats.
Not impressed with his decision at all unless he has some legitimate excuse. His schoolmates Shamier Little (USA at WJC); Bellille (TTO); and Bralon Taplin (Grenada) at CWG are all representing their countries. So he can't even run a relay? What impact would that have on his 2015/2016 campaigns?
Steups!!
I hope he can say no to Texas A&M when they urge him to add the 200m (outdoors) to the 400m, 4x100m and 4x400m duties next year during his senior year.
Steups again!!
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We should develop what we have at home. We always want ready made talent. We dont want to do the necessary hardwork for local athletes. The Exception to the rule is Jehue Gordon and Walcott. Most of our TF Olimpic medals has come from athletes who excel their talents in the US collegiate TF system. Is the powers that be ready to do that for the rest of our locals, like Jehue and Keshorn? As long as giving resources for sport comes with notion that their must be an alliance with which ever party in power, is ridiculous. Thus our athletics will go nowhere. And I keep stressing that the other half of TT must get their children involved in other sports. How do we know one of them may be a potential gold medalist? Mannie Ramjohn and Mannie Dookie is like ancient history. Because of this attitude, our talent pool is artificial set to some of the small islands in the Caribbean.
:beermug: I have been saying this for a long time
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BOTSWANA'S MONTSHO TESTS POSITIVE FOR BANNED STIMULANT METHYLEXANEAMINE AT COMMONWEALTH GAMES
They better check Nijel Amos, Makwala (2013 - 10.40; 20.21; 45.86 to 2014 - 19.96; 44.01 same day); and Seribe too (2012 - 46.57; 2014 - 45.21)
Smh this type ah ting just continue to ruin the sport and turn more fans away from the sport
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Exciting day for TT athletes (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198549.html)
Saturday, August 2 2014 (T&T Newsday)
Trinidad and Tobago lightweight boxer Micheal Alexander copped his first ever major international medal yesterday at the XX Commonwealth Games, Glasgow, Scotland.
It was TT’s fifth medal in Glasgow — two silver and three bronze. Alexander, 21-years-old, lost his semi-final bout to Northern Ireland’s Joe Fitzpatrick, 30-27, 30-27, 30-27.
In the other semi-final, India’s Devendro Laishram dominated Wales’ Ashley Williams, registering a knockdown in a 30-27, 30-27, 30-27 victory.
Meanwhile, it was an exciting day for the other TT athletes in their quest for glory with Olympic gold medallist Keshorn Walcott setting a new national record with the best qualifying throw for today’s finals of the men’s javelin throw event.
Walcott threw the spear 85.28 metres to win Group B of the qualifying round comfortably. The former World Junior champion outshone his other rivals in Group B including Australians Luke Cann (79.36) Stuart Farquhar (78.54) and Josh Robinson (78.32).
The TT men and women 4x400 and 4x100m relay teams also secured lanes in today’s finals with impressive performances.
The women 4x400 team was the first to advance after placing third in semi-final one behind Jamaica (3:28.29) and Australia (3:32.40). The TT quartet of Shawna Fermin, Dominique Williams, Janeil Bellille and Romona Modeste produced a time of three minutes 33.26 seconds.
In the men equivalent, TT easily advanced with the absence of 400m National Champion Renny Quow. Running with the 2014 Commonwealth 400m Games bronze medallist Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, 400m hurdles silver medallist Jehue Gordon and Zwede Hewitt, TT blew away semi-final two in three minutes 04.06 seconds ahead of Nigeria (3:06.66) and Zambia (3:07.43).
The TT Women 4x100 team placed third in semi-final one with a time of 44.47 to finish closely behind Australia (44.45) with Nigeria winning in 44.13.
Their male equivalent — Rondel Sorillo, Keston Bledman, Marc Burns and Richard Thompson — won their semi-final, getting the baton around smoothly in 38.33 seconds ahead of Canada (38.41) and Bahamas (38.52).
Also, TT’s Josanne Lucas failed to medal at yesterday’s women 100m hurdles after crossing the line in seventh position in 13.60 seconds. Sally Parson of Australia won gold in 12.67 ahead of Tiffany Porter of England (12.80) and Canadian Angela Whyte (13.80).
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4x400m Womens final - Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/dBUSomNbZC4
Ja, Naija, Eng in the women 4x400. Our girls was 5th. After the first leg, I realised our girls had no chance at all. They have a lot of work if they want to go Rio.
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Ja, Naija, Eng in the women 4x400. Our girls was 5th. After the first leg, I realised our girls had no chance at all. They have a lot of work if they want to go Rio.
Until our women start making finals, I won't be expecting much more.
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4x400m Mens Final - Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/QJ4qYhHSqx0
Someone please explain to me why Hewitt ran the anchor leg of the relay final? smh enough disappointments at this CWG
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The first 3 legs were fabuloso. Absolutely. Imagine if Lendore had gotten that lead. Well onto the WC and Rio.
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Someone please explain to me why Hewitt ran the anchor leg of the relay final? smh enough disappointments at this CWG
To protect the bronze lead they knew they were only capable of getting, thanks to Mr. "Iffy" Lendore
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Someone please explain to me why Hewitt ran the anchor leg of the relay final? smh enough disappointments at this CWG
Whatever leg Hewitt ran, we would have got the bronze. He simply is to slow at this level. Without Lendore and Cedenio it was always going to be difficult.
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Someone please explain to me why Hewitt ran the anchor leg of the relay final? smh enough disappointments at this CWG
To protect the bronze lead they knew they were only capable of getting, thanks to Mr. "Iffy" Lendore
You don't believe Jehue would have done a better job?
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Someone please explain to me why Hewitt ran the anchor leg of the relay final? smh enough disappointments at this CWG
To protect the bronze lead they knew they were only capable of getting, thanks to Mr. "Iffy" Lendore
You don't believe Jehue would have done a better job?
Jehue himself said he is not in the best of shape, and ran a slower leg than Hewitt's 45.6 leg in the heats.
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In defence of Mr Iffy, he had a absolutely rough college season. I will definitely give him the benefit of the doubt here.
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Keshorn has to settle for silver. Good go Keshorn. Rio is the Gold.
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Keshorn has to settle for silver. Good go Keshorn. Rio is the Gold.
we cyar buy a gold dis rounds
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In defence of Mr Iffy, he had a absolutely rough college season. I will definitely give him the benefit of the doubt here.
So how come his relay buddy Bralon Taplin competed in the open 400m and Shamier Little who also ran 400m, 400m hurdles and 4x400m for Texas A&M ran in the WJCs? I mean when you look at the form charts and you know you have a superb chance at gold based on our performance way back at the World Relays, one would think you'd make the exception and effort to run just the relay.
He's young and probably thinks the opportunity will come again, but as I know it is very rare for T&T to field this amount of in form 400m men running at or under 45 secs at the same time. Who knows what their collective form is going to be in 2015 or 2016. Things happen, leaving athletes to rue wasted opportunities, which has been the recurring sad story in T&T athletics (what if....)
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Jamaica wins Womens 4x100m Final - Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/tdqO8O7vymE
Ja women won the 4x100. Our girls were nowhere there. But at least they made the finals. Again, they have massive work to do. If we can't get KAB, MLA and possibly Semoy in the next 2 years, I don't see them going Rio.
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In defence of Mr Iffy, he had a absolutely rough college season. I will definitely give him the benefit of the doubt here.
So how come his relay buddy Bralon Taplin competed in the open 400m and Shamier Little who also ran 400m, 400m hurdles and 4x400m for Texas A&M ran in the WJCs? I mean when you look at the form charts and you know you have a superb chance at gold based on our performance way back at the World Relays, one would think you'd make the exception and effort to run just the relay.
He's young and probably thinks the opportunity will come again, but as I know it is very rare for T&T to field this amount of in form 400m men running at or under 45 secs at the same time. Who knows what their collective form is going to be in 2015 or 2016. Things happen, leaving athletes to rue wasted opportunities, which has been the recurring sad story in T&T athletics (what if....)
I acknowledge your point and you may be perfectly correct. But he knows his own state of mind.
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Jamaica's Men win 4x100m in CR time - Commonwealth Games 2014
https://www.youtube.com/v/fXLhgWC8F80
Bronze for TT in the 4x100. Congrats to all the medalists and all those who gave their all. But overall, we really underperform.
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Bronze for TT in the 4x100. Congrats to all the medalists and all those who gave their all. But overall, we really underperform.
ah wonder why other countries elite athletes show why dey are elite and ours are inconsistent.
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Bronze for TT in the 4x100. Congrats to all the medalists and all those who gave their all. But overall, we really underperform.
ah wonder why other countries elite athletes show why dey are elite and ours are inconsistent.
Actually I thought the sprint relay team was not bad. I think our second leg was not so good. But Sorillo handed off good to Richard who really showed some pace. But yes, the individual performances were disappointing to say the least.
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In defence of Mr Iffy, he had a absolutely rough college season. I will definitely give him the benefit of the doubt here.
So how come his relay buddy Bralon Taplin competed in the open 400m and Shamier Little who also ran 400m, 400m hurdles and 4x400m for Texas A&M ran in the WJCs? I mean when you look at the form charts and you know you have a superb chance at gold based on our performance way back at the World Relays, one would think you'd make the exception and effort to run just the relay.
He's young and probably thinks the opportunity will come again, but as I know it is very rare for T&T to field this amount of in form 400m men running at or under 45 secs at the same time. Who knows what their collective form is going to be in 2015 or 2016. Things happen, leaving athletes to rue wasted opportunities, which has been the recurring sad story in T&T athletics (what if....)
Couldn't have said it any better myself STMB.
Lendore's non appearance after only being selected for the 4x4 relay is a major disappointment for me and we definitely threw away our best chance at winning a gold medal in these Commonwealth Games with his non appearance.
Maybe we should have selected Cedenio instead of Lendore to the 4x4 relay squad as I am sure he would have come and run if he was selected and would have helped us to win 4x400m gold despite being a bit tired after running at the World Junior Champs 2 weeks ago.
These opportunities at winning gold at a major Championships don't come around every year and can be a once in a life time opportunity depending on your luck as an athlete.
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Bronze for TT in the 4x100. Congrats to all the medalists and all those who gave their all. But overall, we really underperform.
ah wonder why other countries elite athletes show why dey are elite and ours are inconsistent.
Actually I thought the sprint relay team was not bad. I think our second leg was not so good. But Sorillo handed off good to Richard who really showed some pace. But yes, the individual performances were disappointing to say the least.
do you ever have to wonder how Kirani James, Bolt and the shot put girl from New Zealand going to perform? yuh know why? they are consistent.I praying that one day we'll have an athlete that every time they go out their yuh know it go be difficult to beat them
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The what if nation, at least we consistent, we are what if as far as I can tell in all sports, T20 national team aside
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Ja women won the 4x100. Our girls were nowhere there. But at least they made the finals. Again, they have massive work to do. If we can't get KAB, MLA and possibly Semoy in the next 2 years, I don't see them going Rio.
We might be stronger medal contenders in Rio with the Women than with the Men in the 4x100m relay, trust me on that.
That Women 4x100m relay team was like our C team and they ran badly especially the first leg and first exchange which was horrible.
In contrast the Men's team was nearer to our A team and could have won silver if they made better baton exchanges in the Final.
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Keshorn has to settle for silver. Good go Keshorn. Rio is the Gold.
we cyar buy a gold dis rounds
Dat really hard to swallow. Our team failed to win at least one gold medal.
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Anyway here is how the medal table looks as of right now. Don't expect much change from T&T medal tally. JA and Kenya lead in Track & Field. T&T is #22 overall
http://www.bbc.com/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/medals/countries
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do you ever have to wonder how Kirani James, Bolt and the shot put girl from New Zealand going to perform? yuh know why? they are consistent.I praying that one day we'll have an athlete that every time they go out their yuh know it go be difficult to beat them
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You are correct. But Usain had time to rest his body. He was not doing much running.Kirani finish school(correct me). I know all ah we upset we did not win a gold, but leh we honour the man wishes nah.
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do you ever have to wonder how Kirani James, Bolt and the shot put girl from New Zealand going to perform? yuh know why? they are consistent.I praying that one day we'll have an athlete that every time they go out their yuh know it go be difficult to beat them
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You are correct. But Usain had time to rest his body. He was not doing much running.Kirani finish school(correct me). I know all ah we upset we did not win a gold, but leh we honour the man wishes nah.
We have such an athlete and her name is Michelle-Lee Ahye.
She just so happened to end up with an injury at the worst possible time.
I honestly believe she would have won gold in the 100m and 200m at these Games and our 4x100m relay team would have medalled if she was not injured.
Also Kai Selvon's absence from the relay team also had a negative impact.
Replace Lisa Wickman and Deborah John in the 4x100m relay final with a fit MLA and Kai Selvon and we would have contested Nigeria for the silver.
Add Kelly-Ann and Hackett to the mix in 2015 at World Champs and 2016 at Rio Olympics we will be contesting with JA and the USA for the gold medal.
I can see our Women's 4x100m relay team being stronger medal contenders than the Men's team by next year when all our fastest legs are back and hopefully healthy.
Imagine our T&T Women's 4x100m relay squad with this line up:
Kamaria Durant or Kai Selvon >> Kelly-Ann Baptiste >> Reyare Thomas or Semoy Hackett >> Michelle-Lee Ahye;
The other girls Deborah John and Lisa Wickham are not yet of A Team speed standard but can be key members of a very useful B Team that can include the upcoming fastest members of our U-20 4x100m relay squad.
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When will KAB return? Is this known officially?
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The other girls Deborah John and Lisa Wickham are not yet of A Team speed standard but can be key members
That is the problem with our TF. We definitely need more depth. If our star athlete injured, that's it. The case of MLA. Jehue barely make it for the silver. He had a tough season. Now we have to double the resources to find and nuture new blood. It too late for new blood for 2016. Is time to look for new blood for 2020.
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The other girls Deborah John and Lisa Wickham are not yet of A Team speed standard but can be key members
That is the problem with our TF. We definitely need more depth. If our star athlete injured, that's it. The case of MLA. Jehue barely make it for the silver. He had a tough season. Now we have to double the resources to find and nuture new blood. It too late for new blood for 2016. Is time to look for new blood for 2020.
Maybe if more emphasis in youth participation in field events was in place to discover talent in those areas then we would have a deeper team with more medal contenders. If other Caribbean countries place most of their emphasis on sprints then that's their business why do we need to follow suit. And yes we've always been a T&F team dependent on one or two athletes for a gold medal
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GOLDEN REGRET
...But eight-medal haul quite good, says Hypolite (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/GOLDEN-REGRET-269773111.html)
By Kwame Laurence in Glasgow
Story Created: Aug 4, 2014 at 12:06 AM ECT (T&T Express)
https://www.youtube.com/v/q4FN5aWnz8M
Trinidad and Tobago’s haul of eight medals here in Glasgow, Scotland has only been bettered by one Commonwealth Games team in the country’s history—the 1966 outfit that left Kingston, Jamaica with nine medals, five of them gold.
Chef de mission of the 2014 team, Dr Ian Hypolite told the Express he expects the Glasgow experience to hold T&T in good stead on the Road to Rio 2016. “My expectation is that we would have benefitted immensely. It was a natural stepping stone for many teams.
“Before the Rio Olympics, we have the 2014 CAC (Central American and Caribbean) Games in Vera Cruz, Mexico, Pan Am Games 2015 in Toronto, the Beijing 2015 IAAF World Championships for track and field--clear stepping stones to Rio. The Commonwealth experience will do us well as we progress along the way.”
T&T ended the Games with three silver medals and five bronze. Olympic men’s javelin champion Keshorn Walcott, 400 metres hurdles world champion Jehue Gordon and shot putter Cleopatra Borel were the silver medallists. Bronze went to triple jumper Ayanna Alexander, quartermiler Lalonde Gordon, lightweight boxer Michael Alexander, and the men’s 4x100m and 4x400m relay teams.
Keston Bledman, Marc Burns, Rondel Sorrillo and Richard “Torpedo” Thompson combined for the sprint relay medal. And in the 4x400m final, Lalonde Gordon, Jarrin Solomon, Renny Quow and Zwede Hewitt wore T&T colours. Quow sat out the qualifying round, and third leg duties were performed by Jehue Gordon.
Hypolite, an executive member of the T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC), described the eight-medal haul as “quite a good performance”.
“Overall, everyone was expecting a bit more,” the leader of the T&T delegation continued. “I was too, even though it was never verbalised. But people need to appreciate we are dealing with a very high level of competition. Therefore, eight medals is good. I expected some of them to be gold, and that’s my only regret.”
Hypolite is Jehue Gordon’s personal coach, and said that his 22-year-old charge was one of the athletes with the potential to strike Commonwealth Games gold here in Glasgow.
“Unfortunately, (sprinter) Michelle-Lee Ahye had to withdraw with injury. Richard Thompson’s chances were also particularly good, and Jehue and Keshorn as well as the men’s relays. But as I said, the competition was always going to be tough, so it’s no shame coming out with a medal nonetheless. Even Kenya’s (800 metres) world record holder and Olympic champion David Rudisha had to settle for silver.
“We had a great performance,” Hypolite declared, “and athletes enjoyed and reveled in their performances.”
Seven of the eight medals bagged by Team T&T went to track and field athletes.
“I want to view us as going through a growing process. Track and field has a pathway that allows it to perform well at this stage. Some of the other sports do not yet have that pathway of exposure to a high level of competition regularly. Track and field has it from the junior level, and you can proceed as a senior all the way to the world level. A lot of other sports need to find a pathway.”
The team sports found the going particularly tough here in Glasgow, T&T finishing low down in rugby 7s, netball and men’s and women’s hockey. Hypolite made the point, however, that the Commonwealth Games is a virtual world championship in these sports, citing rugby 7s as an example.
“Rugby Sevens is going to happen in Rio, and this is essentially the Olympic level here. The top countries are from the Commonwealth.
“In some of the team sports,” he continued, “there are opportunities to graduate to another level through the collegiate system and clubs in the English leagues. They need exposure to higher levels than we have in the region, and exposure also influences approach to fitness--a very important component.
“We need to get a lot fitter to compete at international level. At the TTOC we emphasise beep testing, which is not popular with every sport,” Hypolite ended. “But they need to understand the importance of fitness.”
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“Unfortunately, (sprinter) Michelle-Lee Ahye had to withdraw with injury. Richard Thompson’s chances were also particularly good, and Jehue and Keshorn as well as the men’s relays. But as I said, the competition was always going to be tough, so it’s no shame coming out with a medal nonetheless. Even Kenya’s (800 metres) world record holder and Olympic champion David Rudisha had to settle for silver.
“We had a great performance,” Hypolite declared, “and athletes enjoyed and reveled in their performances.”
We did NOT have a great performance. If this is what our authorities are measuring as great I feel sorry for them. Given the talent of the entire team our performance cannot be one with a grade A so how is it a great performance? The acceptance of mediocracy in T&T when it comes to sports is displayed from the sports administration to the sports media all the way down to the ordinary fans who are fed by this information
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RIGHT TRACK
T&T 22nd on final medals table (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Right-track-269771751.html)
By Kwame Laurence in Glasgow
Story Created: Aug 3, 2014 at 11:51 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Richard “Torpedo” Thompson believes the showing of Trinidad and Tobago’s track and field team at the 2014 Commonwealth Games, here in Glasgow, Scotland, is an indication that the country is progressing well in the build-up to the 2016 Olympic Games, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
“We’re on the right track,” Thompson told the Express. “We’re definitely improving, not just on the track but in the field as well. I still feel as though the team could have done a little better, but we’re grateful for where we’re at right now, and we’re showing signs of improvement every year representing Trinidad and Tobago on the world stage.
“We’re on the right path. We just have to continue to work and work hard, and hopefully by Rio we’ll be able to produce nine medals at the Olympic Games, which is a step up from Commonwealth.”
In Glasgow, seven of T&T’s eight medals were captured by track and field athletes. The country’s very last podium finish at the Games came on Saturday night, from the men’s 4x100m combination of Keston Bledman, Marc Burns, Rondel Sorrillo and Thompson.
Bledman and Thompson exited the individual 100m event at the semifinal stage, while Sorrillo suffered the same fate in the 200m.
“Especially after a disappointment in the individual event, with Bledman and myself not making the final—that was really gut-wrenching—we are thankful for that (relay) medal. We’re also thankful to be able to come out healthy. It was cold, it was raining, and those are conditions where people easily get injured, so we just give thanks.”
Thompson went into the 2014 Commonwealth Games as the men’s 100m favourite, following his victory at the T&T Championships in a national record time of 9.82 seconds—a clocking that placed him ninth on the all-time world performance list.
The 2008 Olympic 100m silver medallist said that falling short of expectations here in Glasgow will make him a better athlete.
“Every time you fail you have to use it as a learning experience. If you don’t take anything from a failed experience, then you’re not coming off any wiser. I’ve definitely learned from this experience, and I just have to go into next year learning from the mistakes that I made this year.
“After my Senior Championships, I felt as though there were a few things I could have done differently in between then and now. I know what to do, my coach (Dennis Shaver) knows what to do, and we’ll get it right in the years to come.”
Running in lane one in his 200m semi-final heat, Sorrillo finished third in 20.57 seconds—too slow for a “fastest loser” berth in the final. The T&T sprinter had taken the “faster loser” route to the semis after finishing third in his opening round heat, the “back door” qualification resulting in his bad lane draw in the penultimate round of the event.
“In the first round it was cold,” Sorrillo told the Express. “I tried to come off the turn as hard as possible, but then my hamstring started getting tight on the left side. I really wanted to run in the other round so I had to try and save..hope that I didn’t exert too much and pull up. That’s the reason that I looked like I shut off in the first round, but it’s just the coldness I was getting accustomed to.”
Burns has been part of the T&T men’s sprint relay set-up since 2000, when he represented T&T at the Sydney Olympics as a 17-year-old. He’s 31 now, and plans to continue doing yeoman service for the country for at least another three years.
A Commonwealth Games 100m bronze medallist at the 2006 Melbourne Games, Burns told the Express he is also keen to challenge for selection on T&T teams in the individual sprint events in the years ahead.
“I’m now finding my form after all these years of injuries. Most people don’t know that’s what kept me out over the years. But it’s track and field and that comes with it, so you just have to put that behind you and try to perform at a high level.
“All the tweaks have been fixed with my foot injuries. I thank all those who helped me get back to where I need to be, and I look forward to some big years.”
Burns is a true patriot. In recognition of his selfless commitment to T&T sport, he was given the honour of carrying the Red, White and Black at the opening ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics. Swimmer George Bovell was the flag-bearer at the London Games closing ceremony.
At the opening ceremony here in Glasgow, Olympic men’s javelin champion Keshorn Walcott performed flag-bearing duties.
And for last night’s closing ceremony, three-time Commonwealth Games women’s shot put medallist Cleopatra Borel did the honours, carrying the T&T flag with pride.
Both Borel and Walcott earned silver at Glasgow 2014 as Team T&T finished with eight medals in total—three silver and five bronze.
“Any time we come to a major championship,” said Burns, “we try to fly the T&T flag high and give our best at all times. A medal count of that number we’re most grateful for.”
T&T finished 22nd out of 71 countries at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. England emerged as the top team with 58 gold medals, 59 silver and 57 bronze.
Gold Coast, Australia will host the 2018 Games.
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Making sense of the numbers (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Making-sense-of-the-numbers-269772401.html)
By Fazeer Mohammed
Story Created: Aug 3, 2014 at 11:57 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Did we overachieve or underachieve in Glasgow?
A tally of eight medals (three silvers and five bronzes) and 22nd position in the final standings represent the bare facts of Trinidad and Tobago’s presence at the 20th Commonwealth Games. As with almost anything else though, those numbers have to be placed in context.
That medal haul is just one short of the nine brought home by the squad that competed at the 1966 Games in Kingston. However, the performances then were certainly much more praiseworthy as there were five gold medals (two by cyclist Roger Gibbon and one each by weightlifter Hugo Gittens, quarter-miler Wendell Mottley and the mile relay quartet of Edwin Roberts, Kent Bernard, Lennox Yearwood and Mottley) along with two silvers and two bronzes to be celebrated by a nation in only its fifth year of independence.
Incidentally, hosts Jamaica, who were just a few days ahead of T&T in declaring their independence in 1962, did not have a single gold medal moment to enjoy, although their competitors claimed four silver and eight bronze medals. They had to settle for 16th spot in the final standings while their arch-rivals at the other end of the Caribbean chain shared fifth place with Ghana.
Of course it was very different in Glasgow with the Jamaicans underlining their status as the pre-eminent nation in sprint events with an overall tally of 22 medals, including ten gold, four silver and eight bronze. They were by far the top Caribbean nation in a table headed by England who have made the short journey across the border with 174 medals (58 gold, 59 silver, 57 bronze) in their possession.
Let’s look at the numbers from another angle – per capita.
We know it’s not accurate but let’s go with the official Trinidad and Tobago population of 1.3 million and acknowledge that eight medals for such a small country is very good indeed. Yet, as was just mentioned, Jamaica are coming back with 22 and their population is 2.7 million.
Hosts Scotland, a nation of 5.3 million people, racked up 53 medals, including 19 golds. New Zealand, population 4.4 million, are on their way back to the South Pacific with 14 gold medals in their tally of 45.
So on a medal-to-population basis, we aren’t the phenomenal overachievers that we may like to think we are.
Comparing this effort with what transpired in Delhi at the last edition of the Commonwealth Games in 2010, Trinidad and Tobago obviously fared better four years later as the contingent returned from India with six medals (four silvers and two bronzes).
One consistent element though across all editions of the Commonwealth, Olympics and other multi-sport events is the dominance of track and field athletics in bringing success to the twin-island state. Other sports – notably cycling, swimming, weightlifting, shooting and boxing - have churned out the occasional outstanding representative, but it’s invariably at the athletics venue where the red, white and black has had its greatest successes.
Here we’re seeing a shift as well. We remain a force to reckon with in the sprints in both male and female competition, although the disappointing returns in the men’s 100 metres especially, when there was no Trinidad and Tobago representative in the final despite the pre-Games form of Richard Thompson and Keston Bledman especially, was more than a little puzzling.
But it’s in the field events where the country is going from strength to strength. Keshorn Walcott in the javelin and shot putter Cleopatra Borel accounted for two of the three silvers in Scotland. Jehue Gordon, whose success in the 400-metre hurdles will surely inspire more than a few to take up the challenging discipline, claimed the other.
In the cases of Walcott and Gordon, the reigning Olympic and world champions respectively, gold medals would have been in their sights at Hampden Park. However in such elite-level competition, we should have come to the realisation by now that all it takes is a minimal deviation from the highest standard for the top prize to be left dangling tantalisingly out of reach.
Someone was asking on Friday afternoon if Walcott’s national record throw of 85.28 metres in qualifying would have been carried forward as the mark to beat in Saturday’s final. Clearly on the basis of that effort he had the form to take gold 24 hours later. But that’s what makes these events such a test of temperament as well as skill.
As in London two years ago, when our boy from Toco was the unsung and unheralded man of the moment, Kenya’s Julius Yego stepped up to take the Commonwealth crown.
It goes without saying that you can’t win them all. Still, it’s important after events like these to get a better understanding of what the final numbers mean.
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Commonwealth Games special because they’re unique (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-08-04/commonwealth-games-special-because-they%E2%80%99re-unique)
Published: Tuesday, August 5, 2014 (T&T Express)
What started under perfect blue skies ended, more appropriately for a city nicknamed Rain Town, with torrential storms.
The 11 Glaswegian days in between were similarly in character—sometimes noisy, sometimes controversial, but seldom dull.
Commonwealth Games often begin as apologetic events. There is as much talk about what they’re not—principally the Olympics, but also uniformly world class, or the most important event in that year’s sporting calendar—than what they could be.
For them to feel successful they need three things: big names, big performances and big crowds.
Glasgow had all three. In doing so it confirmed something else about the Commonwealth Games: that what makes them special is precisely the fact they aren’t like anything else.
So it was that the most memorable performances came as much from unknowns as the superstars. For every gold medal won by Olympic champions such as Kirani James, Alistair Brownlee and Anna Meares, new names emerged who could only have been brought forth by a Commonwealths.
There was 16-year-old gymnast Claudia Fragapane—4ft 5in, hoping merely to make a few finals, leaving as the first Englishwoman to win four gold medals at a single Games in 84 years.
There was Ross Murdoch, overshadowed by poster-boy favourite Michael Jamieson before their 200m breaststroke final, a new Scottish hero after it, having not only snatched gold but done so by improving his personal best over the day by six seconds.
No wonder he swore afterwards. And there was rhythmic gymnast Frankie Jones, almost singlehandedly dispelling the pre-Games gloom about Wales’ medal prospects by winning five of them on her own and another as part of the team, which won silver.
There were also great contests. South Africa handed New Zealand their first defeat in Commonwealth rugby sevens.
Australia’s women stole hockey gold from England by equalising in the last ten seconds and then polishing them off on penalties. A far smaller distance separated gold and silver in the men’s 10,000m won by Moses Kipsiro than in the 100m strolled by Kemar Bailey-Cole.
The loudest noise of the Games came when Hampden Park roared Lynsey Sharp to 800m silver after she had spent the previous night in the clinic in the athletes’ village, drip in arm and vomit in mouth.
A day later, England’s Jo Pavey fought her way to 5,000m bronze less than ten months after giving birth to her second child. In a month’s time she will turn 41.
A Commonwealths can sometimes feel like the FA Cup to the Champions League that is the Olympics—bolstered by its long history as much as its future, defined by the quirky and the outsider, weakened by big boys putting out weaker teams.
Kenya’s Vincent Onyangi had never swum in open water before diving into Strathclyde Loch for the triathlon. Twenty minutes later he was bobbing around doing breaststroke while the leaders were onto their bikes.
It also had its tear-jerkers: Scotland’s Euan Burton coming out of retirement to fight his way to judo gold, two years and two weight categories on from losing in his first bout at London 2012; Jazz Carlin becoming Wales’ first female swimming gold medallist in 40 years, having missed the Olympics through illness; 13-year-old Shetland islander Erraid Davies, trained in a 16m pool, winning SB9 100m breaststroke bronze and celebrating with the best smile of the fortnight.
Her fellow teen, Nigerian weightlifter Chika Amalaha, provided one of the darker moments when a failed drugs test led to her being stripped of her 58kg title. Former 400m world champion Amantle Montsho was another thrown out of the Games for doping. Welsh team captain Rhys Williams failed to even make it to Scotland after news of his own positive test at the Glasgow Grand Prix on July 11.
Glasgow 2014 facts
Almost 3.5 million people passed through the city’s Central Station
More than 50,000 cuddly Clyde Mascots were sold
1.2 million tickets were sold
An estimated 100 tonnes of fruit and vegetables were consumed
171,000 people attended the Rugby Sevens—a record for the sport
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/2014/medals/countries
Medal Table
# Country G S B Total
1 England 58 59 57 174
2 Australia 49 42 46 137
3 Canada 32 16 34 82
4 Scotland 19 15 19 53
5 India 15 30 19 64
6 New Zealand 14 14 17 45
7 South Africa 13 10 17 40
8 Nigeria 11 11 14 36
9 Kenya 10 10 5 25
10 Jamaica 10 4 8 22
11 Singapore 8 5 4 17
12 Malaysia 6 7 6 19
13 Wales 5 11 20 36
14 Cyprus 2 4 2 8
15 Northern Ireland 2 3 7 12
16 Papua New Guinea 2 0 0 2
17 Cameroon 1 3 3 7
18 Uganda 1 0 4 5
19 Grenada 1 0 1 2
20 Botswana 1 0 0 1
20 Kiribati 1 0 0 1
22 Trinidad and Tobago 0 3 5 8
23 Pakistan 0 3 1 4
24 Bahamas 0 2 1 3
24 Samoa 0 2 1 3
26 Namibia 0 1 2 3
27 Mauritius 0 1 1 2
27 Mozambique 0 1 1 2
29 Bangladesh 0 1 0 1
29 Isle of Man 0 1 0 1
29 Nauru 0 1 0 1
29 Sri Lanka 0 1 0 1
33 Ghana 0 0 2 2
33 Zambia 0 0 2 2
35 Barbados 0 0 1 1
35 Fiji 0 0 1 1
35 St Lucia 0 0 1 1
Last Updated 03 Aug 2014 17:26 UK
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Mr. Reliable Marc Burns (TTO) collected his 14th international medal after running the second leg on TTO's bronze medal men's 4x100m team. Burns has three World Outdoor silver medals, three World Juniors (0,1, 2), two Olympic silver, two Commonwealth bronze and one World Cup bronze. He also has a Pan American Games silver and two Pan American Junior medals(1, 0, 1) #WorldCommonwealthGames2014
The great Usain Bolt (JAM) collected his 17th international crown when he anchored Jamaica to Commonwealth victory in the men's 4x100m. Bolt has eight World Outdoor gold medals, six Olympic titles, one World Junior and Youth victories each. He also has two World Outdoor and World Junior silver medals.
Dr. Bolt's total international medal haul, SO FAR, is 21 and counting #WorldCommonwealthGames2014
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Bolt talks records again (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Bolt-talks-records--again-269772911.html)
Story Created: Aug 4, 2014 at 12:04 AM ECT (T&T Express)
Jamaican sprint king Usain Bolt says he wants to concentrate on smashing the 19-second barrier for the 200 metres following his cameo appearance in the Commonwealth Games.
The 27-year-old Bolt, double Olympic champion in 100m and 200m and a five-times world individual champion, wants to take his 200m world record below 19 seconds.
“I’ve said I want to run sub 19 for 200m - that’s one of my biggest goals and my biggest dreams,” the 27-year-old Bolt, who helped Jamaica to the 4x100m relay title in Glasgow, told the BBC. “I think I’ve done enough in the 100.
“I know people want to see me run fast in the 100 but I love my 200 and I want to do something special for myself. So for me, my main aim is the 200.”
Bolt, the 100m world record holder, set the 200m record of 19.19 five years ago in Berlin.
“The world record can keep going down. You never know who’s going to show up next and dominate,” he added.
“I’ve said I want to run sub 19. That’s one of my biggest goals and my biggest dreams, so I’m definitely going to be training hard and seeing what I can do.”
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Making sense of the numbers (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Making-sense-of-the-numbers-269772401.html)
By Fazeer Mohammed
Story Created: Aug 3, 2014 at 11:57 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Did we overachieve or underachieve in Glasgow?
A tally of eight medals (three silvers and five bronzes) and 22nd position in the final standings represent the bare facts of Trinidad and Tobago’s presence at the 20th Commonwealth Games. As with almost anything else though, those numbers have to be placed in context.
That medal haul is just one short of the nine brought home by the squad that competed at the 1966 Games in Kingston. However, the performances then were certainly much more praiseworthy as there were five gold medals (two by cyclist Roger Gibbon and one each by weightlifter Hugo Gittens, quarter-miler Wendell Mottley and the mile relay quartet of Edwin Roberts, Kent Bernard, Lennox Yearwood and Mottley) along with two silvers and two bronzes to be celebrated by a nation in only its fifth year of independence.[
Incidentally, hosts Jamaica, who were just a few days ahead of T&T in declaring their independence in 1962, did not have a single gold medal moment to enjoy, although their competitors claimed four silver and eight bronze medals. They had to settle for 16th spot in the final standings while their arch-rivals at the other end of the Caribbean chain shared fifth place with Ghana.
:-\ So what happened in the last 48 years? Or are we just going to convince ourselves since the competition today is more competitive than back then we have not regressed smh
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Lewis praises Commonwealth contingent (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/Lewis-praises-Commonwealth-contingent--270083491.html)
By Roger Seepersad (T&T Express)
Story Created: Aug 5, 2014 at 9:01 PM ECT
Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee (TTOC) president Brian Lewis was full of praise for the T&T athletes as they returned home following a good showing at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, but at the same time he told them that they needed to raise the bar higher.
Lewis, speaking at a welcome reception for the athletes at the Piarco International Airport VIP Lounge yesterday, told the contingent “As much as we all may feel we have done our very best, we can do better.”
“As we pay recognition on the medallists it is always tempting to look down at who have not achieved but it is imperative as we focus on Rio 2016, the CAC games in Vera Cruz in November, the Youth Olympic Games and the Pan Am Games in Toronto next year, that we recognise that Glasgow 2014 is now history,” said Lewis.
“We need to take on board the lessons, the disappointments, the successes, and all work together to ensure our athletes build from this experience,” he added. T&T won eight medals at the games and among those who returned home yesterday was men’s javelin silver medallist Keshorn Walcott and boxing bronze medallist Michael Alexander.
Walcott said he is looking for more personal best as he tries to improve on his performances. “Each medal for me is a great achievement but winning my second medal internationally as a senior athlete and getting a personal best, I think that was the best aspect of the games for me,” Walcott told the media.
“I know the winner from Kenya, I know him from before, from Olympics, from Worlds so I knew he was my major competition and I did not underestimate him for anything, but I guess the better guy won on the day,” he added.
Looking ahead the Olympic gold medallist said: “I am just working toward betterment. Each and every time I just want to improve and hopefully in the near future I will have more personal bests. I had a lot of problems, I had a lot of injuries, so I am just trying to get back to where I want to be. My season is not over yet,” Walcott added.
Alexander also dreams of Olympic gold and is also motivated to improve after surprising himself in Glasgow on his way to securing bronze in his appearance at an international games. “It feels great knowing it was (my) first major competition and I came out with a medal. Seeing the other styles of boxing of other countries,” he said of the experience, before thanking his coaches for helping him along the way.
“If it was not for the coaches I would not have been so successful, so I would like to thank Mr Reynold Cox and Mr Floyd Trumpet,” said the southpaw. New Minister of Sport Rupert Griffith was also on hand to welcome home the athletes and noted that he will have to talk to the prime minister to see if she has any specific plans to honour the athletes.
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MORE PADDING THAN SUBSTANCE (http://www.trinidadexpress.com/sports/MORE-PADDING-THAN-SUBSTANCE-270082771.html)
By Garth Wattley garth.wattley@trinidadexpress.com
Story Created: Aug 5, 2014 at 8:53 PM ECT (T&T Express)
Not unexpectedly, the public statements of officials connected to Trinidad and Tobago’s Commonwealth Games effort has accentuated the positive.
The National Association of Athletics Administrations (NAAA) wasted little time in hailing the athletes who earned medals in Glasgow—Keshorn Walcott, Ayanna Alexander, Cleopatra Borel, Jehue Gordon, Lalonde Gordon and the men’s 4x100 and 4x400 metres relay teams. That was quite within their rights and appropriate.
Track and field yet again was the principal medal-bearer for these islands at a major multi-sport games. Only boxer Michael Alexander with his lightweight division bronze medal contributed hardware from the other disciplines. But it just seems that in the public assessments so far of T&T’s Commonwealth Games showing, too much focus has been on what track and field did or did not do.
A bigger, more important concern should be those six other disciplines from which no medals came. In most of those cases, the T&T teams also struggled to even be competitive.
At the Central American and Pan American level, the national hockey teams have performed creditably over the years, winning medals here and there, but both the men and women struggled in Scotland. Badly.
The T&T women managed just one goal in their four Pool matches, but conceded 48. The individual results make no less painful reading: 16-0 against South Africa, 14-0 v New Zealand, 14-0 against India and a “respectable” 4-2 defeat against Malaysia.
After the second beating, the 14-0 drubbing against New Zealand, coach Albert Marcano told reporter Kwame Laurence that his team had gone into that game with a plan, “not to concede more than we conceded the first time. They achieved that goal today, so it was a plus for them”.
A plus? To lose “only” 14-0? I shook my head when I read that. It seemed a clutching at straws. But clearly the T&T women were out of their depth in this level of competition which pitted them against some of the strongest teams in the hockey world.
The men’s team did not lose in double digits, and to their credit came away with a 4-2 victory over Malaysia. But they also had difficult days, losing 6-1 to England, 8-0 to New Zealand and 3-1 to Canada.
In Rugby Sevens, the T&T men lost all three of their matches against the Cook Islands, Kenya and Canada in the Pool stage but managed a win over Malaysia in a consolation Shield game, before losing heavily to Sri Lanka in their final match.
Meanwhile, the netballers went into the Commonwealth competition as the tenth ranked team and left it, having kept their status. At least no ground was lost. But for a team that was once the best in the world and among the top five in the Commonwealth, winning one match out of six cannot be satisfactory.
I therefore read with interest the newspaper comments yesterday of Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee president Brian Lewis on the Commonwealth effort. He sought to focus attention on what the Glasgow effort should mean for the athletes moving forward to the Rio Olympics in 2016.
Essentially, the TTOC president encouraged the sporting fraternity to use the good and the bad from Glasgow to gauge what needs to be done for the next Olympics.
There was also a plea for equitable treatment for athletes across all sports when it came to the distribution of Elite funding. Implied, was the suggestion that some national competitors have not yet got funding for the year.
This is an area that ought to demand the attention of the new Minister of Sport, Dr Rupert Griffith. As has become more clear in recent weeks, all is not right in the ministry. As such, paying outstanding money to athletes may not be so high on the minister’s list of priorities.
But even taking into consideration the relevance of the comments by the TTOC boss, and the issues of funding that all sporting associations face, those bodies also have to look themselves in the mirror.
Some of those results in Glasgow did not justify the presence of national teams there; specifically the manner of the defeats. If regional Games provide the opportunity to test where countries are in relation to the highest levels of competition in their respective sports, then T&T are not measuring up, and local sporting bodies have to look not only at how they prepare teams but at how effectively they are running their competitions and training their players, from youth level upwards.
Otherwise, these T&T games contingents will continue to be more padding than substance.
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Commonwealth Games 2014
Back to the drawing board for T&T sports (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-08-04/back-drawing-board-tt-sports)
Published: Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Rachael Thomspon-King (T&T Guardian)
Keshorn Walcott secured the silver medal with a throw of 82.67 metres in the men’s javelin event. He improved to 82.67 but was still short of the gold medal throw of 83.87. He qualified for the finals with his first throw of 85.28 metres, a new national record.
Tired bodies but even tougher minds departed from Glasgow, Scotland, over the past two days, as T&T athletes bid farewell to the Commonwealth Games which closed on Sunday with a gala ceremony. After 12 days of intense competition T&T emerged with eight medals—three silver and five bronze—to improve T&T’s overall medal count at the event to 52 (eight gold, 20 silver, 24 bronze).
T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC) president Brian Lewis, is encouraged by the effort of all the athletes and applauded their successes. “I am proud of our medallists and those, who made the finals and did their season’s best,” said Lewis in his first major competition as the head of the TTOC. “It augurs well for Pan Am in Toronto next year and Rio Olympics (2016),” he said.
It was slow start to the 20th edition of the event but Ayanna Alexander sparked some life into the T&T camp on the seventh day, by winning this country’s first medal, a bronze in the women’s triple jump event, leaping to a distance of 14.01 metres at Hampden Park Stadium.
A day later, it was Cleopatra Borel and Lalonde Gordon making it three for T&T as the duo went on to nab a silver and bronze, respectively. Borel’s toss of 18.57m earned her a third Commonwealth medal, bagging bronze at the 2006 Melbourne Games and a silver at the Delhi Games in 2010.
Gordon’s battle-to-the-end attitude saw him cross third in the men’s 400m. It was the first of two bronze medals he secured, leading the 4x400m team that also included Jarrin Solomon, Renny Quow and Zwede Hewitt, two days later. Jehue Gordon ran a season’s best 48.75 to win a silver medal in the 400m hurdles final, which made it four for T&T last Tuesday.
On Saturday, the final day of track and field, the expectations were high for T&T to make it unto the podium. Olympic champion Keshorn Walcott and both the 4x100 relay team of Richard Thompson, Marc Burns, Rondel Sorrillo and Keston Bledman and the 4x400m did just that.
Walcott, only the previous day, had broken his own national record throwing 85.28 in the opening round to better the 84.58m standard he had set in winning gold in 2012, had his best throw on the sixth and final round of 82.67, to capture the second major title of his career, a silver medal.
Earlier the week, both Thompson and Bledman, both Olympic silver medallists, missed out on qualifying for the 100m final while Sorrillo was eliminated in the 200m event. Failures that left a sour feeling with the trio, however, they did well to bounce back and placed third in 38.10 with the help of Burns. Lalonde, Solomon, Quow and Hewitt combined to clock 3:01.51 in the 4x400m final to seize a bronze.
The night before though, at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC), Michael Alexander nabbed a bronze medal also. Despite being defeated by Northern Ireland’s Joe Fitzgerald in the semifinals of the men’s lightweight division, Alexander was guaranteed a medal even before entering the ring as losing semifinalists are awarded bronze medals.
Lewis, who got a chance to see the local athletes in action, said, evaluating some of their performances, that he saw promise which was good for the future.
He said: “Dylan Carter showed his potential as did Michael Alexander and Judo's Christopher George.
“George Bovell showed he is still a world class swimmer.”
Both Bovell and Carter missed out on medals in the 50m freestyle and the 100m freestyle finals, respectively.
Bovell (22.31), who also reached the final of the 50m backstroke but chose not to compete, and Carter (49.56) placed fifth in their respective races.
T&T’s team sports were totally outclassed. The national netball team placing tenth from 12 teams, winning only one match over Barbados (38–37). The “Calypso Girls” suffered losses to South Africa (56–40), Wales (50–31), Australia (69–34) and England (70–24). In their classification match against host Scotland, they lost 46–28.
The men’s rugby sevens team lost all of its pool matches to South Africa (36–0), Kenya (35–5) and Cook Islands (33–10), to be relegated to the bowl competition and lost to Canada, 33–0.
Down in the Shield contest, the local did manage to win a match against Malaysia, 15–10 in the semifinals but fell to Sri Lanka (43–7) in that finale.
“At times I must admit it has been a difficult Games in that sense because it is never easy watching younger athletes get a baptism of fire,” said Lewis.
Both men’s and women’s hockey teams were also outplayed by their opponents to place tenth in the respective divisions.
The local stickmen though, did create history, by winning its first ever match at a Commonwealth Games, beating Malaysia 4–2 in the final preliminary match.
“We don’t afford our team sports the competitive programme that they need and it makes no sense stopping and starting is either we committed to it or we not we can’t be halfway committed then complain about the cost. If we want our teams to perform well and build and develop we have to invest the money in terms of the high level competitions.”
“The people that are making these decisions need to face reality International sports at this level have changed. We have a lot to improve.
Roger Daniel, who thrived in the last two Commonwealth Games, with two silver (2010) and a bronze (2006), left empty-handed. Daniel best showing was in the 50m Pistol event, where he placed seventh.
With competitions like the World Championships, Pan American Games and even the Olympics quickly approaching, T&T athletes will look to recuperate and dive back into preparations.
“The TTOC have to do a comprehensive review of everything we do because there are a lot of things that other countries are doing and if we have to compete we must do.”
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Lewis: TTOC satisfied with Commonwealth Games performances (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-08-05/lewis-ttoc-satisfied-commonwealth-games-performances)
Published: Wednesday, August 6, 2014 (T&T Guardian)
President of the T&T Olympic Committee Brian Lewis said he was satisfied with the performance of the national team at the recent Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The T&T team had a haul of eight medals (three silver and five bronze) to finish 22nd out of 71 countries in the standings and third among Caribbean countries behind Jamaica and St Lucia.
It was the country’s second highest medal tally in the quadrangular event behind the 1966 team’s nine (5-2-2) in Kingston, Jamaica and an improvement from its six (0-4-2) in Delhi, India in 2010.
Speaking to the Guardian yesterday, Lewis said that while the team had fallen just short of its goal of surpassing the 1966 team, there were still several signs of encouragement.
“Going into these games, we were confident that we could exceed the record given the strength of team in swimming, cycling, boxing and track and field in particular,” he said.
“I think that in context of the bigger picture though, they set a positive platform for the upcoming the CAC Games in November, the Pan Am Games in 2015, and the Rio Olympics in 2016. It’s important to the keep results in perspective... If we had not won anything, it would have been a cause for concern.”
Lewis was especially impressed by some of the contingent’s younger members, including Men’s Lightweight bronze medallist Michael Alexander and swimmer Dylan Carter, who placed fifth in the 100m Freestyle.
“When you look at the performances of the younger and newer names, they really stepped up. I look forward to seeing them develop in the future.”
He also took satisfaction from the return to form of Keshorn Walcott, who bagged a silver in the javelin, as well as the fact that each of T&T’s relay teams had managed to make the finals.
Lewis said that while he could not comment on the situation surrounding former Minister of Sports Anil Roberts recent resignation, he praised Roberts’ commitment to the country’s athletes over his four years in office.
“The TTOC, over the years, has always had excellent relationships with the Ministers of Sports and Mr Roberts was no different. He understood sport and elite sport in particular and he was always supportive of our athletes. The TTOC can only speak from our perspective and as an organisation, we maintained constructive, cordial and very positive relations with the former minister.”
Looking ahead to this month’s Summer Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing, China, Lewis said: “The Youth Olympics is critical from a development perspective. As opposed to the approach at elite level where one must set targets, the focus here is to constructively use this opportunity as part of their development. They will benefit from competing with their peers at the world level in that environment. One would expect that they rise to the occasion.”
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Sports Minister greets returning athletes (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-08-05/sports-minister-greets-returning-athletes)
Published: Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Nicholas Clarke (T&T Guardian)
Newly-appointed Minister of Sport Dr Rupert Griffith says he has several plans for his new post, though his first step will be to familiarise himself with the range of issues before moving ahead.
Griffith was speaking during a welcome reception for the returning Commonwealth Games athletes at the VIP Lounge of the Piarco International Airport yesterday.
In his first public appearance since replacing former minister Anil Roberts, Griffith said he would meet with his department heads today.
“I want to get a feel of the ministry, where they are now and where they are going and then as minister I will try to identify the most pressing needs, particularly for the athletes,” he said. “I have my plans but I don’t want to reveal them at this point.”
Griffith, who is serving simultaneously as the Minister of Science and Technology, will be meeting with the various heads of the national sporting organisations next week.
“Let us find out what the needs are and then what the wants are and see how we can juxtapose the needs with the wants and place it against the resources so that whatever we do will be in the best interest of the athletes, so that when we go out there we are fully equipped to compete and can continue to bring home more medals for T&T.”
He indicated that while the projects for the country’s various sporting facilities would be going ahead, though he wanted to examine the case of the unfinished Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, which began construction under the PNM administration nine years ago.
“It’s one of the projects I want to look at. It’s a long way from completion still and there’s a lot of money involved. I will be taking a very detailed look at it and how we should go forward.”
Among the returning athletes at yesterday’s reception were javelin silver medallist Keshorn Walcott and lightweight bronze medallist Michael Alexander. Walcott, who set a new national record of 85.28 metres in the opening round, said he was satisfied with his performance.
“It was a great achievement for me getting a personal best. I think that was the best aspect of the games for me,” he said. “I’ve had a lot of injuries so I’m just trying to get myself back to where I want to be.”
Meanwhile, Alexander was thrilled with his result.
“I went to the games with one mindset, which was to medal, and I came through,” he said. “I don’t know how to explain it. I feel great knowing that it was my first big international event. I gained a lot of experience and got to see some new styles of boxing from other countries.”
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Press officer needed at TTOC (http://www.guardian.co.tt/sport/2014-08-05/press-officer-needed-ttoc)
Published: Wednesday, August 6, 2014
By Andre Baptise (T&T Guardian)
The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, is over but the resulting eight medals, while much appreciated, should not be the only area of introspection for those interested in progressing our sport.
It is obvious, that the T&T contingent could have done better and achieved more medals, if George Bovell III had produced a medal as expected. He and his team will have to examine his future in light of the fact, that without any European swimmers or American swimmers, he was only able to achieve fifth place in his preferred final, and therefore serious doubts must be raised on his credible chances in 2016 in Brazil.
Perhaps though, this is where we need to start, with questions being raised to the T&T Olympic Committee (TTOC), on both the selection process going forward for international events, and also team guidelines before any major event.
There must exist rules of participation, rules of eligibility and generally guidance rules for events which must be adhered to, otherwise, there will be anarchy and problems.
Bovell qualified for the 100 metres backstroke final, after entering the event of his own free will, but while he had the seventh fastest time heading into the final and did not look like he would medal, he opted to not swim the final.
Clearly it was not injury, as he swam the following day in his pet event the 50m freestyle and it was reported that his decision was based on him, wanting to not exert himself and be at his best for the 50m freestyle. It was a report that he and his team never refuted.
My problem is that, how can someone qualify for a final at a major meeting and drop out and the governing body, the TTOC has no say or no opinion. So is it that they are afraid of Bovell? And if so, that is absolute rubbish and speaks volumes on their management style.
Please do not tell me also that this has been done before by him and therefore it is acceptable, if that be the case, then every team member can behave similarly, wake up one morning and decide not to race or swim or play a final because they do not want to, and we all must accept it gracefully with a big broad smile and move on. Who paid for their training? Who paid for their support? Who ensured that the Olympic body would sponsor their Games? In particular, Bovell is obtaining elite funding from this country and this is not money to be easily ignored, as it is estimated at around $250,000 a year at least.
But it is the principle of the matter and the way, it was done, with callous disregard for the people of T&T, who were all happy to watch one of our own in a first final, it meant a lot. It was not surprising to listen to some of the dismaying comments from the public on Bovell’s errant choice, as it was one of disgust, dissatisfaction and left a sour taste. In fact, sadly, the population turned against him, but he has himself to blame for this.
As for the TTOC, they need to put their house in order in ensuring that the information from the camp is relayed properly. There is an urgent need for the TTOC to hire a working professional press officer or Press attache, similar to how it works all over the world. In the past, Brian Lewis used to do this job himself tirelessly but now that he is president and the Olympic framework is growing, a working full-time journalist should be hired.
This would enhance the TTOC’s image and ensure that all the media houses in this country could direct their enquiries to one constant reliable source. While there may be some that would be upset with this, the TTOC needs to stand alone and be decisive. New leadership may not always mean a change in direction but as we as a sporting world evolve, the price for lack of timely information is failure and abuse.
Lewis needs to immediately hire a press officer, so that our Olympic and related teams in the future can have their views aired properly. This sort of media coverage would not only assist our athletes in getting their opinions out on one platform but would ensure consistency and trust.
Who knows if this existed, then Bovell would not have received the amount of abuse he has had to since his withdrawal from the swimming final. Maybe anyway?
However, it is clear, that policy needs to be established with set guidelines on entering and participating in events, this is not only about the athletes pride in finishing unplaced in a final, but it must be about the country and the need to ensure that our name is not tarnished as quitters or cowards who do not like to lose or be defeated.
As to the selection policy, questions continue to be asked about the idea to use a slow Zwede Hewitt (split of 45.9) to run the anchor leg in the 4x400m relay team which won a bronze medal when gold seemed theirs for the taking.
Of concern will also be the number of injuries we continue to suffer before events, even though the athletes are supposed to have been tested before and their fitness assured this however is not the case. And the sad part is that this is not the first time we have witnessed this.
There are several young journalists, who would be interested in this job, and with the Olympics in 2016 a mere two years away, the TTOC must act now in order to be ready to deliver. This would be a great sign of progressiveness and establish the TTOC as an organisation well ahead of the others.
So let us hope the lessons from the Commonwealth Games will not only be from the field of play but also from the offices and those involved in administration of the sports that the need for proper and trustworthy communication must be first and foremost in the minds of those that want sports to succeed in this country.
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Daniel concerned over TT preparations (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198707.html)
By JONATHAN RAMNANANSINGH Wednesday, August 6 2014 (T&T Newsday)
ALVIN DANIEL, former Trinidad and Tobago 200-metre and 400- metre ace runner, has heaped praises on the TT contingent for a fine showing at the Commonwealth Games’ 20th edition. But he observed that were several aspects of our preparatory phases and styles of execution on the track, that should be further developed and enhanced.
Daniel, who bagged silver for the red, white and black at the 1990 Central American Games (CAC) in Mexico City, was speaking in reference to TT’s good but still mediocre showing at the just concluded Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Altogether, this nation returned home with eight medals which comprised of three silver (Men’s 400m hurdles, Women’s shot put, Men’s javelin) and five bronze (Women’s triple jump, Men’s 400m, boxing, Men’s 4x100m, Men’s 4x400m).
“For me, the kind of form that Michelle Lee Ahye was in, she should have never run so many meets leading up to the Games,” he said. “After beating the reigning World and double Olympic champion Shelley Ann Fraser Pryce of Jamaica in the Diamond League, she should not have taken part in most of the meets that followed. She would have been tired and a bit weary at Commonwealth and Ahye was our best medal hope, so why did we run her down?”
With respect to TT’s absence in the prized Men’s 100m final, Daniel was a bit disheartened that we were unable to seal a finalist spot. According to him, some of our representatives, unlike Ahye, did not get in the proper amount of international competition prior to the Glasgow event.
“I think they may have ran too little ahead of the Commonwealth. Doing great on the local circuit and clocking fast times in Trinidad is all well and good, but it is not adequate for major meets like the Commonwealth.
Some of our individual male 100m runners should have participated in more global races. It’s somewhat the opposite of what Ahye endured,” he added.
Daniel, who also snatched silver at the World Indoor Championships in Canada in 1993, also pleaded with the respective authorities to get more training time in with the Men’s 4x100m Relay teams. He revealed that the national quartet of Richard “Torpedo” Thompson, Keston Bledman, Marc Burns and Rondell Sorrillo, are a good team, but do not get enough time on track training as a relay unit.
“While they all possess great individual talent, and a bronze is still a medal, I think we could have gotten gold or silver at least. Personally, I believe the guys are not clicking together as they should be. They seem to emanate a bit of uncertainty on the track. The communication needs to be bolstered in some way.”
Looking forward, Daniel is optimistic that these little tweaks can be ironed out before 2016. He is a strong supporter of all of TT’s track athletes but hopes that some of the developmental issues can be corrected in an open effort to dominate the coming Olympics.
He concluded, “the talent is here, we just have to harness it and sometimes give the younger ones a chance.
They’re all good athletes but let’s build them into all-round and consistent ones. I have all confidence in Team Trinidad and Tobago for the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and once we keep moving ahead positively, we will shock the world of athletics.”
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Potts calls for elite funding for Alexander (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198710.html)
By JOEL BAILEY Wednesday, August 6 2014 (T&T Newsday)
SPECIAL ADVISOR to the Trinidad and Tobago Boxing Board of Control (TTBBC) Boxu Potts is calling for Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Michael Alexander to receive Elite Athletes Funding that was promised to him by the Ministry of Sport.
In a telephone interview on Monday, after welcoming the 21-year-old Alexander back to Trinidad (after his Games’ display at Glasgow, Scotland), Potts said, “it’s a bitter-sweet moment. He has done so much for so little.”
According to Potts, Alexander “has turned his life around, got married, had a child.”
Potts revealed Alexander was promised Elite Athletes Funding by permanent secretary of the Ministry of Sport Ashwin Creed, but is yet to receive all, or any portion, of the annual sum of $250,000.
The boxing match-maker noted that Alexander only gets financial assistance from ex-TTBBC president Annabelle Davis (with the group Capital City) and Lennox Fingal of CFCL Construction.
“Monies are being squandered by the Ministry but (Alexander) is not getting Elite Athletes Funding,” stated Potts. “He needs income, better training, equipment. He’s grown past this country.
“I ask for nothing from him but to keep (his) head on (his) shoulders and pave the way for those behind him.”
Throwing a jab at the Sport Ministry’s permanent secretary, Potts stressed, “boxing was treated like a stepchild. We could’ve sent at least seven (boxing) medallists to the Commonwealth Games.”
Alexander added the Commonwealth bronze to his recently-earned Pan Am Games bronze.
“The country needs to show the same love to him that he’s showing the country,” ended Potts.
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Walcott pleased to silence critics (http://www.newsday.co.tt/sport/0,198708.html)
By JONATHAN RAMNANANSINGH Wednesday, August 6 2014 (T&T Newsday)
COMMONWEALTH GAMES Men’s javelin silver medallist Keshorn Walcott blasted his critics at the VIP Lounge of the Piarco International Airport yesterday, as he along with a Trinidad and Tobago athletic contingent of approximately 50, returned home from national duty after a lengthy flight from Glasgow, Scotland.
Walcott, who grabbed one of this nation’s three silver medals at the just concluded Games, silenced pundits when he took the international podium once more, after launching the spear to a personal best distance of 85.32 metres in the semi-finals and then grabbing runner-up spot with a 82.67m haul.
The Toco-born athlete was responding to questions from the media based on his most recent achievement as compared to several challenging performances following his historic golden Olympic showing in 2012.
“There was not really any pressure, as I said before, people will talk and they don’t know what I’m doing behind the doors. I had a lot of problems and injuries so I’m just trying to get myself back to where I want to be,” said a relieved Walcott.
The robust athlete admitted that eventual Commonwealth javelin winner, Kenyan Julius Yego, was always going to be a tricky opponent, even though the pair know each other very well from past global tourneys.
“There athlete competition was good. The guy from Kenya, I know him from previous tournaments such as Olympics and World Championships. I knew he was my major competition and going in there I didn’t underestimate him. I guess the better guy won on the day,” he added.
Also touching down from a hectic and historic campaign at the Games was Men’s lightweight bronze medallist, Michael Alexander. The reserved young man still beamed with delight having bagged his first international boxing medal at his inaugural global meet. In his short address to the welcoming reception, Alexander heaped praises on coaches Reynold Cox and Floyd Trumpet for giving him the required artillery to attain a coveted podium spot. He was also the only athlete to medal outside of the athletics discipline. Both Walcott and Alexander also received celebratory plaques from the Ministry of Sport.
Also present yesterday were several members of the Men and Women’s national hockey teams and athletics camps, who all brought home great experience from the acclaimed competition. Additionally, male hockey players Akim Toussaint and Solomon Eccles were also presented with miniature trophies for attaining their 100th country appearance in the sport.
Other delegates attending yesterday’s function were freshly appointed Minister of Sport Dr Rupert Griffith, Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee president Brian Lewis, National Association of Athletics Administrations (NAAA) president Ephraim Serrette, special adviser to the Trinidad and Tobago Boxing Board Boxu Potts and various members of TT’s Commonwealth managerial staff.
In Griffith’s first ever address to the public as Minister of Sport, he showered praises on the returning outfit and admitted that their performances auger well for the future of national sporting development.
When asked if the medalling athletes would be rewarded from the Government, Dr Griffith stated that he has been in talks with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar on this matter. He also indicated that the Prime Minster sent her regards to the contingent and that today would be his first full day in office as Sport Minister.
When asked as to what his agenda may look like today, he responded, “I have a lot of plans but won’t reveal them just yet. On my first full day (today), I will be talking with all the heads of the respective departments.
“I want to first get a feel of the Ministry as to where they are now. I want to look at the projects and where they’re going and see which direction we will go in, and put our priorities.”
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Montsho test positive for B sample. 2 year ban
http://www.bbc.com/sport/0/commonwealth-games/28776120