Belize Athletics Association

26/07/2024

Our outstanding Olympian Shaun Gill is in Paris and ready to represent Belize in the opening ceremony. 🇧🇿

24/07/2024

🌟 **Celebrating Shaun Gill at the Paris 2024 Olympics** 🌟

As the Belize national track and field team gathers to cheer on our very own Shaun Gill, we are filled with pride and excitement. Shaun, your journey to the Olympics is a testament to your dedication and hard work. 🏃‍♂️💨

From Belize City to the global stage in Paris, you've shown us that with perseverance, anything is possible. Your performance in the Men's 100m event is not just a race, but a display of the Belizean spirit. 🇧🇿🔥

We wish you Godspeed and hope you achieve your personal best. You carry the hopes of our nation, and no matter the outcome, you are our champion. Go Shaun! 🏅👏

29/06/2024

We proudly congratulate Lydia Troupe on her remarkable achievement, securing 2nd place and earning a silver medal for our wonderful Belize. We commend all the athletes who competed today for making our country and the BAA proud. To all the medalists, congratulations on a job well done!

28/06/2024

Congratulations Central American Games 2024 Champion Brooklyn Lyttle on Securing Gold in the Long Jump!!!!!!!!!

28/06/2024

🎉 Announcement: Belize National Track and Field Team at the 2024 Central American Games in El Salvador! 🎉

We’re thrilled to share that our talented athletes are representing Belize at the Central American Games. Let’s cheer them on as they compete with passion and determination! 🇧🇿🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🔹 Brooklyn Lyttle Long Jump National Record Holder! 🏅 🔹 Kali Magana: Sensational Long Sprint Junior Champion! 🌟 🔹 Lydia Troupe: Champion 400h Hurdler! 💪 🔹 Gianni Jones: Seasoned Sprinting marvel! 🏃‍♂️

Wishing them all the luck and success they deserve! 🌟🙌 .

06/06/2024

🎉 Exciting news! 🇧🇿 Shaun Gill has been selected to represent Belize at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris! 🏃‍♂️🔥 Join us in congratulating Shaun for this incredible achievement. We're beyond proud and can't wait to cheer you on! 🌟🥇 khrxstopher

06/06/2024

20/05/2024

20/05/2024

Over an exhilarating two-day athletic showdown in San Jose, Costa Rica, a band of youthful and vibrant athletes dazzled the crowds, unfurling their talents like never before. Our compact but mighty team clinched an impressive haul of medals: two golds, one silver, and three bronzes.
In the U-20 arena, Kali Magana, the reigning 400m Central American champion, stormed back to seize the 800m (2:19.82) and 400m (56.06) crowns in a display of sheer dominance. Meanwhile, in the U-18 division, the prodigious Jouvann Morgan leaped to glory, snatching two medals in the long and triple jumps. On the first day, he soared to a bronze with a personal best of 5.85m in the long jump. Then, on Sunday, he returned to deliver a colossal PR of 13.36m in the triple jump, narrowly missing the top spot for a valiant silver.
But the spotlight didn’t dim there. Dario Crunckshanck vaulted to a bronze with a high jump PR of 1.85m, while Summer Francis powered through to a bronze in the U18 shot put, setting a new personal record of 10.24m. Other standout performances included Ruper Cardinez, who blazed through the 100m finals with a PR of 11.25, securing 5th in the prelims. Kamron Gentel sprinted to two PRs: 11.39 in the 100m and 23.13 in the 200m, earning him 6th place overall. Aquile Flores dashed to a 200m PR of 23.80, earning a spot in the finals.
Nathan Pettingale hurled a new javelin PR of 40.73m, finishing 4th, while Elvin Guzman launched a 41.33m throw in the U20 javelin, landing him in the finals at 8th place. Rounding out our junior team’s efforts were Emiain Sandoval, a finalist in the U18 100m with a PR of 13.23, and Tamiai Bennett, who cleared 1.40m in the high jump for 7th place.
The true testament to these athletes’ bravery and tenacity is the fact that nearly all of them competed at their personal best, setting new records despite the cool and rainy conditions. These young stars have a luminous future ahead and deserve the loftiest praise for their burgeoning talents. Their future is as bright as their determination is strong. 🌟

20/05/2024

Check out some the great moments for this weekend’s CADICA U18/U20 championship in San Jose Costa Rica

11/05/2024

🎉 Congratulations to Mr. Shaun Gill for his outstanding achievement! 🎉

Mr. Gill has shown exceptional dedication and skill, setting a great example for student athletes everywhere. His hard work and commitment have truly paid off, and we are so proud of his accomplishments. Keep shining, Mr. Gill! 🌟

11/05/2024

Belizean track sensation Shaun Gill has added another feather to his cap as he graduates from Texas A&M University Kingsville with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. The young athlete, known for his blistering speed on the track, has not only excelled in athletics but has also demonstrated his academic prowess by earning a degree in a demanding field.

Gill's achievements extend beyond the track, as he has been selected as a recipient of the Belize Olympic and Commonwealth Association's 2024 Olympic Solidarity Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship recognizes his dedication to both sport and academia, providing support for his continued athletic pursuits while furthering his education.

Throughout his career, Gill has proudly represented Belize on the international stage, competing in events like the Olympics in the 100m and 200m dashes. His commitment to excellence both on and off the track serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes and scholars alike, showcasing the importance of determination and hard work in achieving one's goals.

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