One of Dominica’s most decorated rising track and field stars, javelin standout Addison James, has earned a new national honor: he has been officially appointed as the Caribbean nation’s newest Sports Ambassador, with his term set to begin on September 1, 2026.
The landmark appointment was formally announced by Dominican Senator Oscar George, the country’s Minister for Sports, during the official presentation of the 2026 National Budget. In his remarks, George highlighted James’ extraordinary athletic career accomplishments and his longstanding contributions to elevating Dominica’s global reputation in the international sporting community.
Following the public announcement, the Dominica Athletics Association issued an official statement congratulating James on his new role, lauding his exceptional competitive record that has already made him a household name in regional track and field. James’ career highlights include three consecutive gold medal finishes at the CARIFTA Games, an annual regional youth athletics championship that showcases top talent from across the Caribbean. Beyond regional competition, he has turned in consistent, standout performances at the international level, cementing his status as one of Dominica’s most promising elite athletes.
Beyond his on-field results, James has also earned widespread acclaim for his relentless work ethic, unwavering dedication to the sport of athletics, and consistent pride in representing his small island nation on global competitive stages.
In his new capacity as Sports Ambassador, James will take on two key core responsibilities: serving as a role model and source of inspiration for young aspiring Dominican athletes, and supporting efforts to foster a culture of sporting excellence across the country’s youth athletic community.
This latest appointment adds another prestigious distinction to a remarkable career that has already seen James overcome significant personal and competitive challenges, reach unprecedented career milestones, and carry Dominica’s national flag with honor and distinction at some of the world’s largest athletic competitions.