Team Jamaica Wins Gold at the North American Cup in Whistler
Jamaica Live Sports Desk– | Nov 24, 2025
Team Jamaica delivered a stunning and historic performance in Whistler, Canada, capturing gold in the 4-man bobsleigh event at the prestigious North American Cup. In a sport traditionally dominated by winter nations, the Jamaican squad — Shane Pitter, Andrae Dacres, Junior Harris, and Tyquendo Tracey — proved once again that heart, discipline, and raw athletic talent can break barriers on any surface, even ice.
A Blazing Run to Victory
The Jamaican team clocked an impressive 1:45.88 in their opening run, the fastest overall time of the competition. Their explosive push start, seamless transitions, and expertly controlled descent down the Whistler Sliding Centre track left spectators in awe.
What made this victory even sweeter was the fact that Team Jamaica outperformed host nation Canada, a powerhouse in bobsleigh with deep experience on its home track. Beating Canada in Whistler — one of the most technically demanding tracks in the world — is a major achievement and a testament to how far Jamaica’s bobsleigh programme has come.
This win is the latest milestone in Jamaica’s growing resurgence on the international bobsleigh circuit. For decades, Jamaica’s participation in winter sports was seen as an underdog novelty, immortalized in pop culture. But today’s athletes are rewriting that narrative, showing the world that Jamaica is not just participating — it is competing, contending, and winning.
Jamaica’s success in Whistler reflects the investment in training, coaching, and athlete development, as well as the unwavering commitment of the team. Their discipline is matched only by their national pride, carrying the black, green, and gold with them into every icy turn.
Inspiring a New Generation
The victory sends a powerful message to young Jamaican athletes: opportunities extend far beyond the island’s shores and traditional sports. Jamaica’s presence on the winter stage continues to inspire new generations who dare to think big, push boundaries, and redefine what is possible.
A Moment of National Pride
As news of the gold medal spreads, Jamaicans at home and across the diaspora are celebrating another proud chapter in the nation’s athletic history. Team Jamaica’s triumph proves that determination knows no climate — and that Jamaican excellence can shine anywhere in the world, even atop a mountain of ice.
With momentum building and confidence soaring, Team Jamaica now looks ahead to future competitions with one goal in mind: to continue making history.