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Athletes Need More Than National Pride
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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce delivered a powerful message at the Jamaica Diaspora Conference, revealing the harsh financial realities facing Jamaican athletes. While national pride fuels their dedication, soaring medical costs, lack of federation pay, and scarce sponsorships leave many struggling to survive. Fraser-Pryce stressed that without consistent competition income and long-term support—including post-career planning—the dream of representing Jamaica becomes unsustainable. She called on the government to step up, urging a system that protects athletes not just on the track, but through life, while thanking the diaspora for their vital, ongoing support.
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