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TRACK ATHLETE

PERSONAL

BIRTHDAY:

August 28

Male

GENDER:

Kingston & St Andrew

PARISH:

Wolmer’s Boy High, Auburn University

SCHOOL:

TRAINING CAMP / CLUB:

55m – 6.11, 60m – 6.56, 100m – 9.98
200m – 20.84, 4x100m Relay – 38.47

PERSONAL BEST:

100m, 200m, 4x100m Relay

EVENT: 

TRACK RECORD

GAMES AND AWARDS:

World Junior Championship
2012 [Bronze - 100m]
2012 [Silver - 4x100m Relay]
2010 [Silver - 4x100m Relay]

Youth Olympics Games
2010 [Gold - 100m]

World Youth Championship 2010…Gold…100m
2010 [Gold - Medley Relay]

Central American & Caribbean Junior Championship (CAC)
2010 [Gold - 100m]
2010 [Gold - 200m]
2010…Gold…4x100m Relay
CARIFTA Games-U20 2010…Gold…100m
2010…Gold…200m
2010…Gold…4x100m Relay
2009…Gold…4x100m Relay

Odean Skeen

Odean Skeen swiftly emerged as a sprinting sensation, heralding his excellence in the 100 meters and 200 meters on the Jamaican track and field stage. His journey to athletic shot to prominence at Wolmer's High School for Boys, where his exceptional speed and talent catapulted him into the spotlight, particularly at the illustrious Boys and Girls Championships, where he played an instrumental role in securing the championship title in 2010 for his school after 54 years.


Skeen's outstanding performances didn't just resonate locally; they propelled him to compete at the international junior level, representing Jamaica at prestigious events such as the World Youth Championships and World Junior Championships. His electrifying speed and tenacity on the track garnered attention and admiration, establishing him as a formidable force in the junior sprinting arena.

Furthermore, his enduring record-breaking performances at the CARIFTA Games solidified his place in history, as Skeen remains a record holder at this esteemed regional competition. His remarkable achievements and dominance in the sprints showcased his unwavering dedication, raw talent, and relentless pursuit of excellence.


As an athlete with a legacy of stellar performances, Odean Skeen's contributions to Jamaican track and field continue to inspire and shape the aspirations of aspiring sprinters. His extraordinary talents, showcased during his junior career, signify the immense potential and promise that Skeen embodies, leaving an indelible mark as a beacon of hope and inspiration for future generations of sprinters aiming to follow in his swift footsteps from his alma mater and Jamaica.

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