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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was received to a heroic welcome at her alma mater to receive another Jamaican honour and made a huge donation to the school.
Upon arrival at her alma mater to receive another prestigious Jamaican honour, Legendary sprint queen Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was given a heroic welcome and donated a jaw-dropping sum of US $50,000 to support education and student development.
The ceremony organised to officially present her with the Keys to the City of Kingston - the highest honor bestowed by the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC), Fraser-Pryce made it more memorable with the generous donation, which highlights her commitment to giving back and empowering the next generation of young women.
“This follows a resolution approved in September 2024. It is to honour her at the school where she first showcased her extraordinary talent and where she remains an inspiration to many Jamaicans,” said the Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby on the recognition for her significant contributions to Jamaica and her community.
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“This is more than an accolade, it is a recognition of her immense contributions to Jamaica’s global reputation in athletics and her unwavering commitment to uplifting young people.”
Fraser-Pryce had a legendary track career that saw her dominate the women's sprint division for over a decade and a half, and she's still competing today.
Famously nicknamed the 'Pocket Rocket', she is a three-time Olympic gold and four-time silver medallist, and a ten-time world champion, thus cementing her place as one of the greatest female sprinters in history.
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Born in Kingston, she rose to prominence after winning 100m gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, thereby becoming the first Caribbean woman to claim the title.
She went on to defend her Olympic crown in 2012, and her dominant reign since then helped usher in the golden age of Jamaican women's sprinting.
Fraser-Pryce's journey to global stardom began at an early age when she attended George Headley Primary School, followed by Wolmer’s High School for Girls, where she honed her sprinting skills under dedicated coaching, setting the foundation for her remarkable athletic career.
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Beyond her achievements on the track, the 38-year-old has been a role model for aspiring athletes and a dedicated advocate for youth development in Jamaica.
Through her Pocket Rocket Foundation, she has provided scholarships and support to young athletes, reinforcing her commitment to giving back to her community.
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