JAMAICA, Kingston (November 25, 2025)
With seven podium-finishing performances, the Whistler weekend marks one of the strongest overall showings in Jamaica Bobsleigh history and highlights Jamaica’s growing depth and competitiveness. Historic Gold, Team dedicates performances to Nation recovering from hurricane Melissa, Mica Moore podiums, Adanna Johnson continues to show promise and all eyes on Milan-Cortina 2026.
The Jamaica Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation (JBSF) proudly celebrates one of its most successful international race weekends to date, earning seven (7) podium finishes across men’s and women’s bobsleigh events at the North America Cup in Whistler. Jamaica walked away with 1 Gold, 2 Bronze, a 4th-place medal, a 5th-place medal, and two 6th-place medals, demonstrating its rapid rise in global sliding sports.
Historic Gold in the 4-Man Bobsleigh – Race 2
Pilot Shane Pitter drove Jamaica into history by securing a gold medal in Race 2—the first time a Jamaican pilot has ever steered a 4-man sled to gold in this international event. With an explosive 4.91-second start alongside brakemen Junior Harris, Andrae Dacres, and Tyquendo Tracey, the team delivered a dominant and historic performance. They also captured a bronze medal in Race 1.
Pitter, a 26-year-old Spanish Town native, continues to rise through the North America Cup rankings as he pursues qualification for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina.
Women’s 2-Woman Bobsleigh Success – Race 1
Mica Moore & Chloe Whylie earned the 5th-place medal, continuing Moore’s strong momentum. Adanna Johnson & Segree secured the 6th-place medal, reinforcing Johnson’s promising transition into senior-level competition.
Jamaica Claims Historic 2-Man Bobsleigh Podium as Team Dedicates Performances to Nation Recovering From Hurricane Melissa
The Jamaica Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation is proud to announce a historic 3rd-place finish in the 2-Man Bobsleigh by Shane Pitter (pilot) and Nimroy Turgott (brakeman). With Top-4 start times on both runs, the pair demonstrated world-class power and composure on one of the sport’s premier stages. This result marks a major milestone as Jamaica Bobsleigh works toward the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan–Cortina.
Double Podium Weekend for Mica Moore
In her debut season, Mica Moore secured 4th- and 6th-place podium finishes, showcasing strong potential and reinforcing Jamaica’s rising presence in international bobsleigh. Moore shared she is “thrilled to kick off my first season with Team Jamaica and contribute to our success.”
Adanna Johnson Continues Transition to Senior Ranks
Youth Olympics athlete Adanna Johnson earned a commendable 9th-place finish as she continues her senior progression. Johnson, who reached the World Championship finals last season in Lake Placid, continues to show consistency and promise.
Coaching Leadership Praises Team Progress
Head Coach Todd Hays applauded the team’s resilience: “I’m extremely pleased with the progress shown over the two days. After a challenging first day of sliding, the team responded well. We are on the right trajectory heading toward Milan–Cortina 2026.”
Athletes Dedicate Their Performances to Jamaica Following Hurricane Melissa
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Pitter and Turgott dedicated their historic podium finish to the people of Jamaica. Captain Nimroy Turgott shared: “Jamaica is rebuilding, and our people are looking for reasons to feel hope and pride. We dedicate this moment to them.”
Looking Toward Milan–Cortina 2026
With strong performances across multiple events and growing competitive momentum, Jamaica’s bobsleigh program is well-positioned for a powerful 2026 Olympic campaign.
For more information on Jamaica Bobsleigh & Skeleton, please visit www.jamaicabobsleigh.org
ABOUT JAMAICA BOBSLEIGH & SKELETON:
The Jamaica Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (JBSF) is the governing body for the sport of Bobsleigh and Skeleton in Jamaica and has been a member of the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation since 1987. The JBSF therefore has administrative responsibility for the iconic Jamaican Bobsled team, immortalized in the 1993 perennial favorite movie, Cool Runnings. Since its dramatic and auspicious debut at the Calgary Olympic Winter Games in 1988, the Jamaican Bobsled team has competed in seven subsequent Games, most recently in Beijing in 2022 where it had its largest contingent ever including a 2-man team, a 4-man team and a women’s Monobob competitor. The team remains the most globally recognizable brand in the sport of bobsled and one of the most beloved brands in the Olympic Movement.
For more information go to www.jamaicabobsleigh.org
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