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Ronald Forbes and Olympic Committee to launch athlete commission

Athletes in the Cayman Islands could soon have an official body to defend their rights and act on their concerns following the announcement of an athlete commission.
Back left, Olympic athletes Ronald Forbes and Jordan Crooks, along with seven Cayman youth athletes and former Sports Minister Bernie Bush, back right, at special dinner. - Photo: Supplied

Olympians Crooks and Forbes give back to Cayman’s next generation

Seven aspiring Cayman athletes were recently treated to a private dinner with Olympics athletes Ronald Forbes and Jordan Crooks.

Olympians welcome sporting emphasis on eastern districts

With the government in talks to have new sporting facilities constructed in the eastern districts, Cayman Olympians Ronald Forbes and Raegan Rutty believe it’s a step in the right direction.

A Conversation With: Ronald Forbes

Last week, Cayman’s standout hurdler Ronald Forbes announced his retirement. He finishes his career as one of Cayman’s most decorated athletes, with three Olympics, four world championships appearances and two All-American honours. On 13 Jan., Forbes joined Compass editor-in-chief Kevin Morales to look back on his storied career and what’s next.

3-time Olympian Forbes retires

Three-time Olympian Ronald Forbes announced his retirement Friday after putting together one of the most decorated track and field careers in Cayman Islands history.

Poll result: Forbes voted top Caymanian athlete

You’ve had your say and voted North Side native and three-time Olympian Ronald Forbes as the best athlete in Cayman’s history. The Cayman Compass...

TEDx builds bridges at University College of the Cayman Islands

Attendees of the TEDx UCCI event on Saturday learned about building bridges, whether they be figurative or literal.

UCCI planning TEDx event

Those wanting to attend this year’s TEDx event at the University College of the Cayman Islands are being asked to register by Saturday, March 3. TEDxUCCI 2018 is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 10, in the campus’ Johnson Hall.

Cayman names team for Commonwealth Games

The next group to represent Cayman on a grand athletic stage has been named.

Students inspired by track star’s story

Students at John A. Cumber Primary got schooled in commitment and dedication on Wednesday morning, when Olympic hurdler Ronald Forbes talked to them about what it takes to succeed.

Play field to be renamed after Ronald Forbes

The Old Man Bay Play Field will have a new name as of Saturday evening. The sports facility will be known as the Ronald Forbes Play Field in tribute to the Olympic hurdler who grew up in North Side.

Pete Ribbins charity ride on Sunday

Cayman Water’s Pete Ribbins Memorial charity event is now in its fifth year.

EDITORIAL – Out of bounds: Competition in Cayman sports

It is a widely accepted observation that the Cayman Islands is home to no major sporting endeavors. That is a myth. In fact, Cayman is a world-class contender in “no holds barred” cage fighting – albeit behind closed doors. The real action in Cayman athletics tends to take place within the boardroom, not on the playing field.

EDITORIAL – Results from Rio: Our Olympians, our ambassadors

Cayman’s participation in the Olympics is an important form of recognition that we do have a rightful place, however small, on the grand world stage.

Cayman’s Forbes reflects on Olympic hurdles run

Although he did not advance to the semifinals of the men’s 110m hurdles, Cayman’s three-time Olympian Ronald Forbes says he still views Monday night’s heat as “a success.”

Forbes short of semifinals

Cayman’s Ron Forbes ran the men’s 110m hurdles in 14.67 seconds in the Olympics qualifying heat Monday night, but he did not qualify for the semifinals.

In 100m, Hyman doesn’t make semis

Cayman sprinter Kemar Hyman’s 100m time of 10.34 seconds on Saturday fell short of qualifying for the semifinals Sunday at the Olympic Games in Rio.

Forbes going for Olympic glory after miracle comeback

Olympic hopeful Ronald Forbes was unable to walk two months ago. After a “miracle” comeback, he will step into the Maracana Stadium in Rio on Monday believing he has a genuine shot at glory in the 110-meter hurdles.

Cayman athletes take on Rio

Cayman’s Olympic athletes, led by flag-bearer Ronald Forbes, joined thousands of athletes from around the world Friday in the parade of nations at the 2016 Summer Games opening ceremony in the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Celebrate Olympic Games: Rio 2016

The Rio Summer Olympics start Friday, when the best of the best will compete on the world stage.

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