Metele Cote https://www.jamaicantheory.com Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:10:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.9 Sha’Carri Richardson’s Eugene flop suggests a case of too much too soon https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/08/28/shacarri-richardsons-eugene-flop-suggests-a-case-of-too-much-too-soon/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/08/28/shacarri-richardsons-eugene-flop-suggests-a-case-of-too-much-too-soon/#respond Sat, 28 Aug 2021 14:10:13 +0000 http://www.jamaicantheory.com/?p=827 THE GAURDIAN: After a Richie Tenenbaum-like unravelling on and off the track, it’s fair to wonder whether the American sprint star will be remembered more for running her mouth than running at all. A hotly anticipated Diamond League showcase that would mark the return of Sha’Carri Richardson from a month long, THC-triggered drug suspension that cost her ...

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After a Richie Tenenbaum-like unravelling on and off the track, it’s fair to wonder whether the American sprint star will be remembered more for running her mouth than running at all.

A hotly anticipated Diamond League showcase that would mark the return of Sha’Carri Richardson from a month long, THC-triggered drug suspension that cost her a spot in the 2020 Olympics – and on the same Hayward Field where she stole hearts from Eugene to Yokohama after clocking a 10.86 to win the US trials. What’s more, Richardson would be going toe-to-toe with Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson – the fearsome Jamaican trio that locked out the 100m podium in Tokyo.

Sha’Carri Richardson humbled in 100m comeback as Thompson-Herah flirts with Flo-Jo

So this was a heavyweight exhibition, the rare women’s sprint race that completely overshadows the men’s. And Richardson would do more than her part to stoke the hype through snarky tweets, a Nicki Minaj-inspired TikTok video, and an acrylic nail-tapping Nike advert scored to Aretha Franklin’s ‘Young, Gifted and Black’ that ran moments before the starting gun. (“If you need me,” Richardson says in the spot, “I’ll be at the finish line, waiting.”) In a pre-race news conference with the three Jamaicans, Richardson came out swinging like a prizefighter at a weigh-in. “I’m not starstruck,” she said with a giggle.

In the end the world was left dumbstruck. Racing in Lane 5, center stage on the track, Richardson finished ninth out of nine sprinters with a time of 11.14. Behind her aforementioned compatriot Oliver and the Switzerland-born Kambundji – who took sixth and seventh, respectively. Behind former Texas Longhorn Teahna Daniels, who came in fourth. And well behind the three Jamaicans, who locked out the podium again in exactly the same order they did in Tokyo.

Any one of those podium-finishers would’ve been a deserving post-race interview – not least Thompson-Herah, whose winning, windless 10.54 time was five-hundredths off of Flo-Jo’s mountainous all-time mark. But instead NBC – in a heat to prove its bungled Olympics coverage was no fluke, apparently – zeroed in on Richardson, and she unraveled on live TV. “Talk all the shit you want,” she said, chopping the air with her hands when she wasn’t giggling more. “I’m the sixth-fastest woman in this game, ever. And can’t nobody ever take that from me.”

Not surprisingly, Richardson’s invitation to ridicule was swiftly taken up on social media by rafts of pot-clapping Jamaicans; they were too delighted to point out that Richardson’s 11.14 time wouldn’t have medaled atChamps and post memes of Fraser-Pryce breezing past Richardson in the background while shooting NBC’s camera a playful glance that seemed to say Is this your queen?Even Minaj had to pile on.

Not long thereafter Richardson deepened the embarrassment by pulling out of the 200m. While her peers continue to push one another this week at the next Diamond League stop in Lausanne, Richardson has retreated to social media, where she continued to urge on her haters after liking a post disparaging Jamaica as a nation of barefoot coconut eaters. Which is to say, this person doesn’t much resemble the one who appeared on the Today show in the wake of her drug suspension, owned up to her transgression and committed to “heal myself”.

Still: Not even those missteps much dented empathy for Richardson at home – particularly among Black observers who saw her as yet another Black woman who is getting torn down for being too authentic. (Never mind the eight Black women who finished ahead of her, or the audacity of this “uplift our queen” argument coming from guys like the rapper Tory Lanez – the same guy who shot ex-girlfriend Megan Thee Stallion in the foot barely a year ago.
Richardson even had Allyson Felix in her corner. “She’s obviously been through so much, and I hope that she’s supported,” she said during a Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance on Monday. “She has a great personality, and she’s brought a lot of attention to the sport.” But Richardson wasn’t having any of the 11-time Olympic medalist’s flattery. “Encouraging words on TV shows are just as real as well nothing at all,” was how she captioned an Instagram story two days later.

It’s one thing not to be cowed by a nation that takes track more seriously than Americans take anything. It’s another to attack Felix; in addition to being a fellow American and the most decorated track and field athlete ever, she is also one of the one kindest, most sincere people in all of sports. That Richardson could read Felix’s remarks as shady makes you wonder if maybe all this notoriety is a little too much too soon.

It bears reminding: Most of us met Richardson in Eugene not long after she lost her biological mother, a persistent modifier that suggests a complicated relationship. On top of that, she had to grapple with the public embarrassment of losing out on her Olympic dream because of the bad choice she made to cope with a personal nightmare. Her perseverance through it all is what won her so much support in the first place.

But after Richardson’s Richie Tenenbaum-like meltdown on and off the track, it’s fair to wonder whether Richardson still has more healing to do. It’s fair to wonder how much training she did for a comeback that mainly she gassed up. (“You told us to watch out,” said NBC track analyst Sanya Richards-Ross, “and there was nothing to watch for.”) And it’s fair to wonder if Richardson might be missing her moment.

Sure, she’s 21. But Thompson-Herah, who should be the story here, is doing Usain Bolt-type things on the track. For all we know, the Olympic golden girl might have set the fastest legitimate time in the 100m last week. Fraser-Pryce, arguably the greatest female sprinter of all time, just clocked a 10.60 in the 100m field at age 34 while dusting a Lausanne field that included Thompson-Herah. Shericka Jackson, who finished third again in Lausanne, is a 400m specialist posing as a 100m sprinter at this point. Briana Williams, who finished steps ahead of Richardson in Eugene, is 19. Tina Clayton, a 17-year-old high schooler, just ran a personal-best 11.09 at the Under-20 Championships in Nairobi. And those are the Jamaicans we know.

Yes, Richardson has done some historic things on the track, and sixth-fastest all-time is certainly nothing to sneeze at. But it takes discipline to do that on a big stage like the Olympics, in a medal-winning effort – and this summer Richardson hasn’t shown much discipline on or off the track. And if she doesn’t get a grip fast, forget one-hit wonder. It’s fair to wonder whether she’ll be remembered more for running her mouth than running at all.

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Police Officer Shot And Killed In Papine https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/07/03/police-officer-shot-and-killed-in-papine/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/07/03/police-officer-shot-and-killed-in-papine/#respond Sat, 03 Jul 2021 14:13:14 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=820 A Police Officer was reportedly and killed in Papine St. Andrew on Friday night, meters away from the University Hospital of the West Indies. It is being reported that the Officer was off duty at the time when unknown assailants approached and shot him. More information as it becomes available.

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A Police Officer was reportedly and killed in Papine St. Andrew on Friday night, meters away from the University Hospital of the West Indies.

It is being reported that the Officer was off duty at the time when unknown assailants approached and shot him.

More information as it becomes available.

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Video: JDF Soldier Jumping From Vehicle Before Crashing In The Sea https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/07/01/video-jdf-soldier-jumping-from-vehicle-before-crashing-in-the-sea/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/07/01/video-jdf-soldier-jumping-from-vehicle-before-crashing-in-the-sea/#respond Thu, 01 Jul 2021 21:30:27 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=815 A Jamaica Defence Force Soldier was today rushed to the hospital after jumping from the service vehicle he was driving before it plunged in the sea after swinging to avoid a collision. The status of the Officers injuries are not known at this time . But Closed Circuit Television footage shows the accident which happened ...

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A Jamaica Defence Force Soldier was today rushed to the hospital after jumping from the service vehicle he was driving before it plunged in the sea after swinging to avoid a collision. The status of the Officers injuries are not known at this time . But Closed Circuit Television footage shows the accident which happened on the Jimmy Cliff Boulevard in St. James.

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Breaking News! Bill Cosby freed. https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/30/breaking-news-bill-cosby-freed/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/30/breaking-news-bill-cosby-freed/#respond Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:29:42 +0000 http://www.jamaicantheory.com/?p=810 American actor Bill Cosby was minutes ago ordered freed of all charges by Pennsylvania highest court. It’s said that Mr Cosby was unfairly tried in his sexual assault case and was convicted with evidence the prosecution use that was obtained by possible duress. Bill Cosby served two years of a ten years prison sentence.

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American actor Bill Cosby was minutes ago ordered freed of all charges by Pennsylvania highest court.

It’s said that Mr Cosby was unfairly tried in his sexual assault case and was convicted with evidence the prosecution use that was obtained by possible duress.

Bill Cosby served two years of a ten years prison sentence.

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VIDEO: Fraser-Pryce Wins 200m Title, Shericka Jackson Second https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/27/video-fraser-pryce-wins-200m-title-shericka-jackson-second/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/27/video-fraser-pryce-wins-200m-title-shericka-jackson-second/#respond Sun, 27 Jun 2021 15:05:21 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=806 Contributed video

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Dog Paw Shot https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/27/dog-paw-shot/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/27/dog-paw-shot/#respond Sun, 27 Jun 2021 06:02:24 +0000 http://www.jamaicantheory.com/?p=802 KINGSTON- According to reports by the Observer online – Reputed gang leader Christopher ‘Dog Paw’ Linton was reportedly shot by armed men in the community of Tavern in St Andrew on Saturday evening. Police sources say he was reportedly shot in the neck and was hospitalised.  Linton, who was in 2013 sentenced to 15 years ...

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KINGSTON- According to reports by the Observer online – Reputed gang leader Christopher ‘Dog Paw’ Linton was reportedly shot by armed men in the community of Tavern in St Andrew on Saturday evening.

Police sources say he was reportedly shot in the neck and was hospitalised. 

Linton, who was in 2013 sentenced to 15 years in prison on charges of shooting with intent and illegal possession of firearm, was freed recently after his conviction was quashed in the Court of Appeal. His co-accused, Micah Allen, who was similarly charged and sentenced, was also freed in the high court.

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Hurricane Enrique Forms In The Pacific https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/26/hurricane-enrique-forms-in-the-pacific/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/26/hurricane-enrique-forms-in-the-pacific/#respond Sat, 26 Jun 2021 22:26:07 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=797 The first hurricane for the season formed on Saturday off the Mexican coast and according to forecasters it was growing stronger and will potentially bring heavy rainfall.The US National Hurricane Center said Hurricane Enrique’s maximum sustained winds had risen to near 85 miles per hour Saturday and were expected to keep rising to Category 2 ...

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The first hurricane for the season formed on Saturday off the Mexican coast and according to forecasters it was growing stronger and will potentially bring heavy rainfall.

The US National Hurricane Center said Hurricane Enrique’s maximum sustained winds had risen to near 85 miles per hour Saturday and were expected to keep rising to Category 2 force by Sunday.

Enrique was centred about 220 miles south of Cabo Corrientes — the bulge on the coast south of Puerto Vallarta — and it was headed to the west-northwest at seven miles per hour. The hurricane could bring 6 to 12 inches of rain, with isolated maximums of 18 inches to coastal parts of Colima, Michoacan and Jalisco states.

Stay tuned as we track the developments with Hurricane Enrique.

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Tyquendo Tracey Wins 100m Senior Finals Ahead Of Yohan Blake https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/26/tyquendo-tracey-wins-100m-senior-finals-ahead-of-yohan-blake/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/26/tyquendo-tracey-wins-100m-senior-finals-ahead-of-yohan-blake/#respond Sat, 26 Jun 2021 02:52:48 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=794 Tyquendo Tracey is the new 100m men’s champion after winning in a time of 10.00 sec, Yohan Blake came second in 10.01 and youngster Oblique Seville 10.04.

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Tyquendo Tracey is the new 100m men’s champion after winning in a time of 10.00 sec, Yohan Blake came second in 10.01 and youngster Oblique Seville 10.04.

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VIDEO: Fraser-Pryce Wins National 100m Title In Fine Style https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/26/video-fraser-pryce-wins-national-100m-title/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/26/video-fraser-pryce-wins-national-100m-title/#respond Sat, 26 Jun 2021 02:13:23 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=787 The Jamaica Senior Athletics championship is currently on the way at the national stadium. See the women’s 100m finals which saw Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce winning in a time of 10.71sec, Sherica Jackson second with a time of 10.82 sec and Elaine Thompson-Herah third in 10.84 sec. Contributed Video

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The Jamaica Senior Athletics championship is currently on the way at the national stadium. See the women’s 100m finals which saw Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce winning in a time of 10.71sec, Sherica Jackson second with a time of 10.82 sec and Elaine Thompson-Herah third in 10.84 sec.

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VIDEO: Man Arrested For Killing Pregnant Girlfriend Found Dead In Jail Cell https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/21/videoman-arrested-for-killing-pregnant-girlfriend-found-dead-in-jail-cell/ https://www.jamaicantheory.com/2021/06/21/videoman-arrested-for-killing-pregnant-girlfriend-found-dead-in-jail-cell/#respond Mon, 21 Jun 2021 21:43:54 +0000 http://jamaicantheory.com/?p=775 The man who was arrested after allegedly slashing the throat of his pregnant girlfriend, 21 year-old Tashika McKay, in Rhoden Hall, Clarendon on Sunday June 19, 2021, was found unresponsive in his jail cell on Monday, and has been confirmed dead by police sources. It is believed that the suspect, Markland ‘CJ’ Hayles who is ...

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The man who was arrested after allegedly slashing the throat of his pregnant girlfriend, 21 year-old Tashika McKay, in Rhoden Hall, Clarendon on Sunday June 19, 2021, was found unresponsive in his jail cell on Monday, and has been confirmed dead by police sources.

It is believed that the suspect, Markland ‘CJ’ Hayles who is 20-year-old took his own life while in custody at the Lionel Town Police Station in the parish. 

It was reported that Hayles slashed her throat during a dispute at her house, and fled the scene. Relatives later discovered her lifeless body lying on a bed.

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However; according to Gleaner Reports Hayles’ mother Claire Bailey is disputing claims that her son killed himself. Bailey said she arrived at the Lionel Town lockup about 10:00 a.m. today with clothing for her son and was denied entry to his cell.  She claimed that while at the station, she saw police personnel putting her son’s body into a service vehicle and driving away from the property.

Bailey, who is currently at the Lionel Town Hospital where her son was pronounced dead, told The Gleaner that she was awaiting the arrival of personnel from the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) who are expected to launch a probe into the circumstances surrounding her son’s death.

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