Leleith Hodges is a distinguished Jamaican sprinter whose athletic prowess and contributions to track and field have left an indelible mark on the sport locally and abroad. Born in Jamaica and a proud alumna of St. Mary High School, Hodges' early promise on the track as a junior propelled her onto the international stage, where she became a formidable competitor in the sprinting world.

Hodges represented Jamaica at the highest level of international competition, participating in the Olympic Games in 1972 and 1976. Her remarkable speed and dedication were evident as she competed against the world's best athletes, showcasing the talent and determination that defined her career.

While attending Texas Woman's University (TWU) in the United States, Hodges not only pursued academic excellence, graduating in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education, but she also dominated collegiate track and field.

Hodges became a celebrated figure in the sport during her time at TWU, capturing the 100m championship at the Intercollegiate Athletics for Women (AIAW) championship. Her exceptional performance did not stop there; she also clinched the 100m champion title over American Evelyn Ashford and set a record at the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) national championship, further establishing herself as a national record holder.

Hodges' contributions and achievements were recognized when she was inducted into the Texas Woman's University Hall of Fame in 1999, a testament to her enduring legacy in the realm of collegiate athletics. Her prowess on the track was also celebrated in her home country, where she was honored as the Jamaican Sportswoman of the Year in 1978. That same year,  Hodges was ranked as the number two sprinter in the world, an acknowledgment of her status as one of the elite athletes of her time.

Leleith Hodges' career is a testament to her hard work, discipline, and extraordinary talent. Her journey from the tracks of St. Mary High School in Jamaica to becoming a celebrated athlete at Texas Woman's University and beyond exemplifies her dedication to both her sport and her academic pursuits.

Hodges remains an inspiration to aspiring athletes  everywhere, embodying the spirit of excellence and the enduring legacy of  Jamaican sprinting on the local and global stage.