Henry Again Calls for Greater Recognition for Herb McKenley on His Birthday
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Friday, July 10, 2020
Henry Again Calls for Greater Recognition for Herb McKenley on His Birthday
Central Clarendon, Member of Parliament, Lester ‘Mike’ Henry, says Jamaica owes a debt of gratitude to the legendary Herb McKenley, Jamaica’s first World record holder in Track and Field. According to Minister Henry, Herb McKenley has not been fully recognized for his exploits and contribution to Jamaica’s dominance in the sports arena. He said as Clarendon biggest son of the soil on the 98th Anniversary of his birth, we should not miss the opportunity to revere his memory.
Minster Henry said Herb’s accomplishment as an athlete, coach and administrator is unmatched. He held 5 World Records and is the only man in the 20th century to win Olympic medals in the 100m and 400m and was the first man to run below 46 seconds for 440 yards. He was also the National Track and Field coach for 19 years and was the man behind the building of Calabar’s track and field dynasty.
He further said, Jamaica is blessed to have had this ‘son of the soil,’ the legendary Herbert Henry McKenley in their midst. He has shared enough food for thought over his 60 year career and his legacy will continue to live on in the sports industry.
McKenley also served as President of the Jamaica Amateur Athletics Association (JAAA) and always lived up to his mantra, “If you really, really want it, you can have it.”
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