Shelly-ann Fraser-Pryce to receive keys to city of Kingston on Thursday

Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will be officially presented with the Keys to the City of Kingston on Thursday (February 13).

The ceremony will be made held at Wolmer's High School, which Fraser-Pryce attended.

"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 Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.

He was addressing the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) General Sitting of Council on Tuesday (February 11) at 24 Church Street in downtown Kingston.

Fraser-Pryce, affectionately known as the "Pocket Rocket", has cemented her place as one of the greatest female sprinters in history. Born in Kingston, she rose to prominence by winning gold in the 100 metres at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, becoming the first Caribbean woman to claim the title.

She went on to defend her Olympic crown in 2012 and has amassed multiple World Championship titles, solidifying her dominance in women's sprinting.

Her 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.

Beyond her achievements on the track, Fraser-Pryce 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.

Mayor Swaby emphasised that the honour reflects Fraser-Pryce's impact not just in athletics but in inspiring Jamaicans worldwide.

"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," he said.

- JIS

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