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TRACK ATHLETE

Olympic and World Champion!


Aleen Bailey, born on November 25, 1980, in St. Mary, Jamaica, is a legendary track and field athlete whose remarkable career has left an indelible mark on the world of sprinting. She is celebrated for her outstanding achievements on the Olympic and World Championship stages, where her speed, determination, and unyielding spirit propelled her to greatness.


Bailey's journey into athletics began at an early age when she discovered her natural talent for sprinting. She quickly rose through the ranks in track and field while attending Vere Technical High School. Thanks to her electrifying speed and dedication to the sport, she won multiple Girl Champs title including sprint double for her Alma Mater. Her exceptional performances earned her scholarship to the University of South Carolina, where she continued to refine her skills and prepare for the international stage, where she copped the sprint double at the NCAA Championship 2003.


Aleen Bailey first made her presence felt on the global scene during the late 1990s and early 2000s, a period when Jamaican sprinting was rapidly gaining recognition worldwide. She became a key figure in the Jamaican sprint relay teams and was known for her exceptional speed in the 100m and 200m sprints.


One of the defining moments of her career came during the 2004 Athens Olympics when she, along with her Jamaican teammates, Tayna Lawrence, Sherone Simpson, Beverley McDonald and Veronica Campbell-Brown secured a gold medal in the 4x100m relay. The team's incredible performance shattered records and showcased Jamaica's dominance in sprinting.


Bailey's excellence   extended to the World Championships, where she consistently competed at the highest level. She was an integral part of the Jamaican relay teams that clinched gold and silver medals at various World Championships, making her a vital contributor to her nation's success in the sport.


Queen of the curve, throughout her career, Aleen Bailey displayed resilience and determination, overcoming challenges and injuries to remain a prominent figure in the world of track and field. Her charisma and sportsmanship endeared her to fans both in Jamaica and around the world.

Beyond her achievements on the track, Bailey's dedication to the sport and her unwavering commitment to her community have made her a role model for aspiring athletes. Her inspiring journey from a small town in Jamaica to Olympic and World Championship glory serves as a testament to the power of hard work, perseverance, and talent.


Aleen Bailey's legacy in Jamaica and global track and field is secure, as her name will forever be associated with excellence, speed, and the indomitable Jamaican sprinting spirit. She continues to inspire the next generation of athletes to pursue their dreams with dedication and passion, leaving an indelible mark on the world of sports, track and field.

Aleen Bailey-Taylor

PERSONAL

-100m – 11.04
-200m – 22.33

PERSONAL BEST:

-100m
-200m
-4x100m Relay

EVENTS:

-Vere Technical High School
-Barton County Community College
-University of South Carolina

SCHOOL:

St Mary

PARISH:

Female

GENDER:

November 25

BIRTHDAY:

TRACK RECORD

GAMES & AWARDS:

Senior/Professional Career
-Olympic Games:
2004...Gold...4x100m Relay
2008*

-World Championships:
2009...Gold...4x100m Relay
2005...Silver...4x100m Relay
1999...Bronze...4x100m Relay
2007*
2003*
2001*

-North American, Central American & Caribbean Championships (NACAC)
2000...Gold...200m
2000...Silver...100m

-Central American and Caribbean (CAC): Under 20
2013...Gold...4x100m Relay
2013...Silver...200m
2013...Bronze...100m

-Pan American Games
2007...Gold...4x100m Relay

-World Athletics Final
2004...Silver...100m
2004...Bronze...200m


Junior Career
-World Junior Championship
1998...Bronze...4x100m Relay
1996...Silver...4x100m relay

-Pan American Games
1999...Gold...4x100m Relay

-Central American and Caribbean (CAC): Under 20
1996...Gold...4x100m Relay

-Central American and Caribbean (CAC): Under 17
1996...Gold...100m
1996...Gold...200m
1996...Gold...4x100m Relay

-CARIFTA Games: Under 20
1999...Gold...100m
1999...Gold...200m
1998...Gold...100m
1998...Gold...200m
1998...Gold...4x100m Relay
1997...Gold...200m
1997...Gold...4x100m Relay
1997...Silver...100m

-CARIFTA Games: Under 17
1996...Gold...100m
1996...Gold...200m
1996...Gold...4x100m Relay
1995...Bronze...100m

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