Antigua and Barbuda Athletics Association Celebrates Kadeem Campbell’s Progress

The Antigua and Barbuda Athletic Association (ABAA) has issued a public statement celebrating standout national sprinter Kadeem Campbell, wrapping up a 2025-2026 competitive season defined by relentless dedication, steady improvement, and admirable perseverance on the track. Campbell cemented his status as one of the Eastern Caribbean’s rising sprint talents when he claimed a bronze medal in the men’s 200-meter event at the 2026 Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Athletics Championships, hosted in St. Kitts. Crossing the finish line with a time of 21.11 seconds, Campbell secured the third-place spot on the podium, with fellow Antiguan sprinter Jalen Dyett taking silver just fractions of a second ahead at 20.94 seconds. The pair’s strong performances delivered a historic double podium finish for Antigua and Barbuda in the event, marking a major milestone for the nation’s athletic program. In its official message to the sprinter, the ABAA highlighted Campbell’s unwavering commitment to honing his craft, even as he carries the pressure of representing his twin-island nation on regional competition stages. The association emphasized that Campbell’s consistent work ethic and deep national pride embody the core character and focused discipline required to sustain long-term growth in competitive track and field. “As you gear up for upcoming competitive seasons, we encourage you to keep leaning into every challenge that comes your way, extract valuable lessons from every experience, and stay dedicated to reaching your full potential as an athlete,” the statement read. The ABAA added that every new season opens the door for Campbell to push his own limits further, setting higher personal standards and achieving new athletic milestones that elevate both his own career and Antigua and Barbuda’s standing in regional track and field. Looking ahead, the national governing body for athletics says it eagerly anticipates watching Campbell’s continued evolution as an athlete, expecting even stronger race performances and meaningful accomplishments, both during competitions and in his personal life off the track. The recognition underscores the ABAA’s focus on nurturing young local talent and celebrating incremental progress that builds toward long-term success for Antigua and Barbuda’s athletic community.